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CHATTOGRAM, Aug 8, 2025 (BSS) - The Faculty of Marine Sciences and Fisheries (FMSF) at the University of Chittagong (CU) has launched a two-week international training workshop titled "Modern Statistical Techniques in Environment, Ecology and Geology."

The workshop, which began on Wednesday, is being held at FMSF auditorium and will continue until August 18, a press release said. 

Around 70 participants, including researchers, academics and students from both home and abroad, are taking part in it.

CU Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. Muhammad Yeahia Akhter formally inaugurated the workshop. 

The opening session was presided over by Professor Dr. Mohammad Ohidul Alam, Chairman of the Department of Marine Sciences. 

On the first day, Professor Dr. Zhihua Zhang of Shandong University, China, presented the keynote paper.

Speaking at the event, CU Vice-Chancellor highlighted the importance of the workshop in the context of global environmental challenges. 

"Environment, ecology and geology are critical fields of research in today's world. The use of accurate data and advanced statistical techniques is essential for addressing pressing issues such as climate change, biodiversity loss, marine resource protection and natural disasters," he said.