Bangladesh Celebrates Centennial of Bose-Einstein Statistics at University of Dhaka

Nobel Laureate Dr. Muhammad Yunus spoke on the revolutionary journey of academic freedom at the centennial celebration of Bose-Einstein statistics, emphasizing the need to integrate scientific contributions into the pursuit of knowledge and independence of thought.

In a hotel in the capital on November 7, the centennial celebration, themed "Bose-Einstein Statistics: University of Dhaka's Legacy," was inaugurated by the Chief Advisor of the interim government Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus. The Physics Department of Dhaka University and the Bose Center for Advanced Study and Research in Natural Sciences jointly organized the two-day celebration.

Reflecting on the serene environment of Dhaka in the 1950s and the scientific heritage established by physicist Satyendra Nath Bose, Dr. Yunus encouraged efforts to revive Dhaka University's legacy in today's Bangladesh. He asserted that the foundation of Bose's pioneering work could still be recreated through dedication to research and education.

Highlighting Bose's contributions to the scientific community and his commitment to science education in Bengali, Dr. Yunus said, “Bose remained dedicated to Dhaka, fostering scientific research and development. Despite his global reputation, he focused on advancing the Physics Department at Dhaka University, creating a legacy of scientific inquiry and innovation.”

Welcoming distinguished scientists from around the world who study Bose-Einstein statistics, Dr. Yunus noted their appreciation for visiting the birthplace of Bose's pioneering work. The event also featured remarks from Dhaka University's Vice-Chancellor, Professor Niaz Ahmed Khan, and distinguished educator Professor Wahiduddin Mahmud, along with Professor Partha Ghosh, former Professor at Bose National Center for Basic Sciences, Kolkata.