Daffodil International University
Mr. S M Monowar Kayser
Phone
01785356699
Office
AB4, 10th Floor, Room 1014 (B)

Overview

S. M. Monowar Kayser is an academician, researcher, and creative technologist from Thakurgaon, Bangladesh, where he spent his childhood and developed an early passion for art, drawing, and visual storytelling. His academic journey reflects a sustained commitment to excellence, earning him board scholarships at the primary, junior, secondary, and higher secondary levels, followed by Daffodil International University's prestigious four-year, fully funded Talent Hunt Scholarship with a stipend in 2018. He completed his B.Sc. in Multimedia and Creative Technology from Daffodil International University in 2022 with a CGPA of 3.94/4.00 and is pursuing an M.Sc. in Computer Science and Engineering at the same university. As a Lecturer in the Department of Multimedia and Creative Technology at Daffodil International University, Kayser teaches across animation, visual design, architectural visualization, lighting and rendering, and audiovisual production. His research contributions include eight IEEE- and Springer-published works in applied machine learning, computer vision, and related areas. As a filmmaker and 3D artist, he co-developed ADWAR, a 3D animated short film that received the DigiCon6 ASIA Bangladesh Next Generation Award in 2022 and was screened at the Art Beats Festival in the United Kingdom in 2024. Beyond research and filmmaking, he is committed to mentoring students, supervising creative projects, and helping emerging artists achieve recognition through festivals and competitions. His journey from Thakurgaon to academic and creative achievements reflects his belief that sustained effort, scholarship, and imagination can bring artistic vision and technological innovation together.

Skills

3D Modeling Expert 3D Animation Expert Architectural Visualization Expert Graphic Design Expert Machine Learning Expert Academic Research Expert Audio and Video Editing Expert Multimedia Content Development Expert Interactive Media Design Expert Digital Storytelling Expert Creative Technology Expert Research Visualization Expert Virtual Exhibition Development Expert Digital Illustration Expert 3D Texturing and Materials Expert 2D Animation Expert

Education

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2026

Master of Science in Computer Science and Engineering Daffodil International University

2022

Bachelor of Science in Multimedia & Creative Technology (MCT) Daffodil International University CGPA 3.94 / 4.0

Teaching

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Principles and Elements of Design 0212-127
Brand Design and Packaging 0212-225
2D Animation 0211-211
Physics Based Animation 0533-221
3D Animation 0211-322
Character Animation 0211-323
Architectural Visualization 0212-323
Landscape Simulation ESDM 409
Lighting and Rendering 0211-313
Audio and Video Streaming and Editing 0211-317
Computer Fundamentals 0611- 111

Research Interest

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Artificial Intelligence AI-driven solutions, intelligent applications, and emerging AI technologies.

Machine Learning Predictive modeling, pattern recognition, and data-driven learning algorithms.

Computer Vision Image understanding, visual recognition, and automated visual analysis.

Image Processing Digital image enhancement, analysis, transformation, and interpretation.

Data Science & Analytics Data analysis, predictive analytics, and knowledge discovery

Human–Computer Interaction (HCI) Human-centered interaction, usability, and interactive system design.

Computer Graphics & Visualization 3D graphics, visual simulation, rendering, and scientific visualization.

Architectural Visualization Photorealistic 3D architectural modeling, interior and exterior visualization, lighting, rendering, and environmental design.

Multimedia Technology Multimedia systems, digital content production, animation, and media processing.

Digital Media & Interactive Systems Interactive applications, digital storytelling, animation, and immersive media experiences.

Educational Technology AI-enhanced learning, digital education, and technology-supported teaching and learning.

Intelligent Systems & Automation Smart technologies, automated processes, and intelligent decision-support systems.

Applied Artificial Intelligence Practical AI applications in education, healthcare, agriculture, security, and other domains.

Area of Expertise

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3D Generalist Skilled in 3D modeling, texturing, shading, lighting, rendering, and asset creation for animation, games, and digital media.

3D Animation Expertise in 3D animation, character animation, physics-based animation, motion design, motion capture, and animation production workflows.

2D Animation and Multimedia Specializes in 2D animation, visual storytelling, multimedia content creation, and digital media production.

Architectural Visualization Experienced in architectural modeling, interior and exterior visualization, landscape simulation, lighting, and photorealistic rendering.

Level Design Focuses on designing interactive environments, spatial layouts, gameplay spaces, and immersive digital worlds for games and virtual experiences.

Brand Design and Packaging Expertise in visual identity development, logo design, brand communication, packaging design, and cohesive visual systems.

Video and Sound Design Skilled in video editing, sound design, audio production, synchronization, and audiovisual storytelling for digital media.

Visualization and Visual Analytics Skilled in creating high-quality, photorealistic architectural visualizations that transform design concepts into compelling visual experiences.

Publications

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2026

Evaluating Instructor Effectiveness in Creative-Technology Education: A Machine Learning Approach with Longitudinal Data 2026 International Conference on Emerging Smart Computing and Informatics, ESCI 2026 Conference Proceeding Field-Oriented Potato Disease Diagnosis: An Optimized EfficientNet-B0 Framework for Real-World Agricultural Deployment ICKECS 2026 - Proceedings of 4th IEEE International Conference on Knowledge Engineering and Communication Systems Conference Proceeding Multimodal CNN Fusion for Radar-Based Human Detection Using 1D Time-Series and 2D Image Representations 2026 International Conference on Emerging Smart Computing and Informatics, ESCI 2026 Conference Proceeding Predicting Student Performance in Architectural Visualization: A Random Forest Comparison of Core and Elective Student Groups ICKECS 2026 - Proceedings of 4th IEEE International Conference on Knowledge Engineering and Communication Systems Conference Proceeding Radar-Based Target Identification for Security Applications Using Hybrid Deep Learning 2026 3rd International Conference on Trends in Engineering Systems and Technologies (ICTEST), Kochi, India Conference Proceeding Explainable Hybrid CNN Ensemble for Multi-Class Lung Cancer Classification from CT Images 2026 3rd International Conference on Trends in Engineering Systems and Technologies (ICTEST), Kochi, India Conference Proceeding Regularized CNN with Grad-CAM for Interpretable Multi-Class Brain Tumor MRI Classification 2026 3rd International Conference on Trends in Engineering Systems and Technologies (ICTEST), Kochi, India Conference Proceeding Deep Transfer Learning for Rice Blast Disease Classification: A Multi-Model Comparative Study Communications in Computer and Information Science Conference Proceeding

Experience

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2021 Document Processing Engineer Apurba-DIU Research & Development Lab focused on Bangla character research, data correction, annotation, and multimedia editing.
2020–2021 3D Artist & Level Designer Spiral World- Digital Device & Innovation Expo (DDI Expo)-2021 project involved in developing 3D environments, designing levels, testing application bugs, and supporting seminars, panel discussions, and exhibitions.
2020 3D Artist & Level Designer Daffodil Education Network involved in creating 3D environments with lighting and texturing, designing levels, testing application bugs, and providing graphical elements.
2020 Illustration & Compose Artist Daffodil International University Department of Software Engineering involved in leading the graphic design team, providing guidelines for illustrating and composing a research book for the 2nd International Conference on Cyber Security & Computer Science, and fixing bugs in the research magazine.
2019 Graphic Designer Skill.Jobs involved in producing Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials, including infographics, flyers, leaflets, brochures, social media posts, posters, and magazines.

Training

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2026

Training of Trainers (ToT) Program on Intellectual Property, Patent, and Copyright Training · Bangladesh Training of Trainers (ToT) Program on Intellectual Property, Patent, and Copyright.
Workshop on Academic Advising and Counseling for Students Workshop · Bangladesh Workshop on Academic Advising and Counseling for Students.
Training on OBE Course Outline Design Training · Bangladesh Training on OBE Course Outline Design.
Workshop on Mentoring Program Workshop · Bangladesh Workshop on Mentoring Program.
Webinar on Performance Management System Webinar · Online · Bangladesh Successfully completed a webinar on Performance Management System.

2025

MCT OBE Course Design Workshop Workshop · Bangladesh Successfully completed the MCT OBE Course Design Workshop.
Seminar on 'Emerging Global Research Frontiers in Multimedia and Computer Technology' Seminar · Bangladesh Successfully completed the seminar on 'Emerging Global Research Frontiers in Multimedia and Computer Technology.'

2024

Faculty Development Program by Wadhwani Foundation Wadhwani Foundation Training · Bangladesh Successfully completed the Faculty Development Program by Wadhwani Foundation.
Faculty Development Program: Best Practices for Future Educators Training · Bangladesh Successfully completed the Faculty Development Program: Best Practices for Future Educators.
Session on 'Process of Film Production' (Speaker Session via Zoom) Session · Online · Bangladesh Successfully completed a session on 'Process of Film Production' (Speaker Session via Zoom).
Training Session: 'What a Good Teacher Does' Training · Bangladesh Successfully completed a training session: 'What a Good Teacher Does'.

2023

Mentorship and Leadership Development Training Program Human Resource Development Institute (HRDI), Daffodil International University Training · 4 days · Bangladesh Under the Teaching Apprentice Fellowship (TAF)
Teacher Training Workshop on Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) and PO Mapping Workshop · Bangladesh Successfully completed a teacher training workshop on Course Learning Outcomes (CLO) and PO Mapping.

2022

Community Engagement and Accountability (CEA) IFRC Learning Platform Course · Online · Bangladesh

2020

Man in front of the Camera International Affairs, Daffodil International University Other · Online · Bangladesh Resource Person: Dr. Marta Miaskowska, Research and Teaching employee, Department of Visual Communication, Lodz University of Technology, Poland
Career Opportunities in Animation Design Department of Multimedia Communication and Design (MCD), CIT, Kokrajhar Seminar · Bangladesh

2019

3D Animation & VFX Workshop · 2 days · Bangladesh Key Speaker: Professor Lee Kangsup, Hanseo University, Professor Dept. ofAnimation & Motion Graphics, (Present), South Korea
Google-site Registrar Office, Daffodil International University Training · Bangladesh
Python Language Training & Cultural Exchange Program Department of Multimedia & Creative Technology Training · Bangladesh by Korean ICT Volunteer
3D Animation & Texturing Seminar · Bangladesh Key Speaker: Ashikur Rahman, Texture Artist, Cycore Studios

Awards

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2026

Certificate of Recognition in the Innovative Lesson Plan Competition 2026 recognition Recognized for creative pedagogical strategies and curriculum design.
Runner-up in Football, MCT Premier League 2026 (Team Avengers) award

2024

2nd Place Winner at the Art Beast Festival for the 3D animated short film ADWAR Lancaster University and Sunway University award Art Beast Festival, UK. Sunway University (Malaysia)
Champion in both Cricket and Football, MCT Premier League 2024 (Team Avengers) award

2022

24th Digicon6 ASIA-Bangladesh Next Generation Award in the short film category for the film called ADWAR Dhaka University award
Champion of an E-commerce Logo Contest for Valo Gulo Valo Gulo award
Certificate of Commendation for Club of Dev Presidency Multimedia & Creative Technology (MCT) | DIU - Club of Dev recognition Successfully completing the presidency of Club of Dev, a game development club at the Department of Multimedia and Creative Technology (MCT), Daffodil International University, from April 1, 2021, to September 1, 2022.

2021

The International Academic Contemporary Art & Design Exhibition Award School of Design at Binus University award

2018

Best voluntary service Award in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Carnival Daffodil International University award
4 years fully-funded Talent Hunt Scholarship Daffodil International University scholarship Spring-2018

2017

Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) Board Scholarship Dhaka Education Board scholarship

2015

Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Board Scholarship Dinajpur Education Board scholarship

2012

Junior School Certificate (JSC) Board Scholarship Dinajpur Education Board scholarship

2009

Primary School Certificate (PSC) Board Scholarship Dinajpur Education Board scholarship

Memberships

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2026–now Department of Multimedia and Creative Technology (MCT), Daffodil International University Defense Committee Member · Committee Member · Local
2026–now Department of Multimedia and Creative Technology (MCT), Daffodil International University Member, Question Moderation committee · Committee Member · Local
2026–now Faculty of Science and Information Technology (FSIT), Daffodil International University Active Member of the Examination Committee · Committee Member · Local