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CUB debuts 'Red Alert' book on non-communicable diseases

TBP Desk
20 Feb 2024 19:00:19 | Update: 20 Feb 2024 19:00:19
CUB debuts 'Red Alert' book on non-communicable diseases
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The joint research effort between Canadian University of Bangladesh (CUB) and University of Manitoba has resulted in the creation of a groundbreaking book titled "Red Alert".

The book is focused on non-communicable diseases. It is the first book of its kind written for health-conscious individuals in Bangladesh, read a press release.

The book was released on Monday at the Westin Ballroom. The unveiling ceremony was graced by the State Minister for Information and Broadcast, Professor Mohammad Ali Arafat.

The minister highlighted the dual advantages outlined in the Red Alert book during his address. He emphasised its potential for delivering both health benefits and accurate insights into products, such as olive oil alternatives.

Expressing confidence, he envisioned the Red Alert book as a representation of Brand Bangladesh in the future. Furthermore, he extended gratitude to all involved in its publication and assured continued government support for future research endeavours of this nature.

The launching program was chaired by Dr Chowdhury Nafeez Sarafat, founder and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Canadian University of Bangladesh. According to him, the event highlighted CUB's commitment to pioneering research in the private university sector of Bangladesh. Dr Sarafat emphasized CUB's unique milestone with the publication of "Red Alert."

He also mentioned that Canadian University of Bangladesh is expanding its global presence by launching educational programs at its Ontario Campus in Canada later this year, furthering its mission of fostering international education and research collaboration.

As a distinguished guest speaker, Dr Rita Colwell, a renowned professor at the University of Maryland, USA, Debra Boyce, senior trade commissioner of the Canadian High Commission, and Mesbahuddin Ahmed, Chairman of the Bangladesh Accreditation Council, shared insights during the event.

The editing of "Red Alert" was a collaborative effort led by Professor Dr Gias U Ahsan, the vice-chancellor (Acting) of CUB, along with Dr C Emdad Haque of the University of Manitoba, Canada, and Professor M Anisul Islam of North South University.

D  Gias U Ahsan expressed confidence that "Red Alert" would be well-received by health-conscious individuals and become an essential resource.

The publication ceremony was jointly organised by the CUB, University of Manitoba, and CNRS. The book "Red Alert" will be available at CUB Stall Number 895 of Ekushey Boimela from Tuesday.

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