Dr. Mahathir Mohammad Bappy is a highly accomplished Assistant Professor of Industrial Engineering within the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at Louisiana State University (LSU). Holding a PhD in Industrial and Systems Engineering from Mississippi State University, Dr. Bappy brings significant expertise to the field. His research is currently focused on the cutting-edge areas of advanced sensing and data analytics, system informatics, and smart manufacturing.
Dr. Bappy’s diverse skillset extends to privacy-preserving modeling and the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for enhancing cyber-physical security. Furthermore, his work contributes to strengthening supply chain resilience, a critical aspect of modern industrial operations. His research interests are deeply rooted in leveraging data-rich environments to understand and optimize complex systems through advanced modeling, monitoring, and diagnostic techniques.
Before joining LSU, Dr. Mahathir Mohammad Bappy gained valuable experience in the manufacturing industry for approximately five years. His academic journey includes an MS from the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology and a BS from Shahjalal University of Science and Technology, both in Industrial and Production Engineering. This robust educational background, combined with his practical experience, provides a strong foundation for his current research endeavors.
Dr. Bappy’s research applications are broad, encompassing advanced manufacturing processes, enhancing cyber-physical systems security, and improving supply chain resilience. His innovative work also extends to areas like predictive maintenance and bioprinting for bone tissue engineering, showcasing the versatility of his expertise. His contributions to the field are recognized through publications in prestigious journals and accolades such as the Outstanding Graduate Student Researcher Award from MSU and multiple Best Poster Awards.
Actively involved in professional organizations, Dr. Mahathir Mohammad Bappy is a member of the Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers (IISE) and the Institute of Operations Research and the Management Sciences (INFORMS). His teaching interests at LSU include advanced engineering statistics, statistical quality control, machine learning applications in Industrial Engineering, manufacturing processes, and production control systems, shaping the next generation of industrial engineers.
For further inquiries, Dr. Bappy can be reached at [email protected] or (225) 578-2466. His office is located at 3290H PFT. Additional information on his research can be found on Google Scholar and ResearchGate.
