Doctoral Researcher | Analytical Chemist | KTP Associate
Afzal holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from the National University, Bangladesh, and a Master’s in Analytical and Forensic Chemistry from the University of Hull, UK (2023). His master’s research focused on developing a spectroscopic method to detect polymorphic differences between branded and generic pharmaceuticals, strengthening his expertise in analytical and computational chemistry.
He previously worked at Reckitt Benckiser, Hull, gaining hands-on experience with a range of analytical and spectroscopic techniques. He later joined the University of Plymouth as an R&D Analytical Chemist (KTP Associate) on an Innovate UK-funded project, where he developed a novel strategy for quantifying cannabinoids (CBD) in cosmetics and food supplements.
He is currently a PhD researcher at the University of Bath, applying wastewater-based epidemiology and advanced mass spectrometry to study pharmaceutical contamination in the environment and its implications for One Health.
Applying wastewater-based epidemiology to monitor public health by analysing pharmaceuticals as proxies for disease prevalence and burden. The work evaluates spatio-temporal trends and socio-demographic influences to support healthcare decision-making.
October 2024 – March 2025
February – September 2024
Email: mafzalhussain002@gmail.com