The joint research effort between Canadian University of Bangladesh and University of Manitoba has resulted in the creation of a groundbreaking book titled "Red Alert", that was released on Monday at a city hotel.

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

State Minister for Information and Broadcast Professor Mohammad Ali Arafat was present as the chief guest in the unveiling ceremony while Dr. Chowdhury Nafeez Sarafat, founder and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Canadian University of Bangladesh presided over.

The Minister of Information and Broadcasting highlighted the dual advantages outlined in the Red Alert book during his address.

He emphasized 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 endeavors of this nature.

The event highlighted CUB's commitment to pioneering research in the private university sector of Bangladesh. Dr. Chowdhury Nafeez 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.

Dr. Rita Colwell, a renowned professor at the University of Maryland, USA, Debra Boyce, Senior Trade Commissioner of the Canadian High Commission, and Dr. 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.

Dr. 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 organized by the Canadian University of Bangladesh, University of Manitoba, and CNRS.

The book "Red Alert" will be available at Stall Number 895 of Ekushey Boimela from Tuesday (20th Feb. 2024).It's the Canadian University of Bangladesh stall at the book fair.