Nusaiba Binte Mamun, a student from Rajshahi University of Engineering and Technology (RUET), is transforming science education in Bangladesh with her innovative startup. Born out of a university project, her startup, Anondopath, has now gained global recognition. 

Nusaiba was recently named a Kofi Annan Changemaker 2025 and became the first fellow from Bangladesh in the Generation Connect Young Leadership Program (GCYLP), organised by ITU and Huawei.

Turning curiosity into creation

Anondopath uses Augmented Reality (AR) to make science education interactive and accessible, allowing students to conduct virtual experiments rather than just memorising theories. Nusaiba recalls, “When I was in school, I always wondered how science actually works in real life. We’d read about experiments or imagine them, but never actually conduct them ourselves. Later, I saw students struggling in higher studies and jobs because they hadn’t truly experienced science practically. That’s where Anondopath began.”

Making learning interactive with AR

The use of AR by Anondopath allows students to interact with educational content in ways traditional classrooms cannot. “With AR, students can actually do experiments, not just read about them,” Nusaiba explains. “You can mix virtual chemicals or solve math problems using real-world examples, like calculating how much paint you need for your room. It’s about understanding not just the ‘what’ but the ‘why’ behind what you’re learning.”

Global exposure and local impact

Originally a small university initiative, Anondopath grew quickly because its mission resonated widely due to its universal need. Nusaiba’s experiences on the global stage have further shaped her vision. “Representing Bangladesh in Geneva at the ITU was a turning point. I realized that anyone, even from a small city, can have a global voice. The training there taught me how to design solutions specifically for rural communities, the people who need these tools the most. It made my mission feel grounded and real.”

Breaking barriers as a young female founder

Entering the Bangladeshi startup scene as a young female founder has not been easy. “Sometimes people ignore me just because I’m young or because I’m a girl,” Nusaiba admits. “In meetings, they’d talk to the guy next to me instead. It was frustrating and disheartening, but I learned to speak up. My parents always told me to believe in myself, so I kept showing up and proving my work. Don’t wait for permission, take your space if you know you have the ability and knowledge to do the work.”

Bangladesh’s First Kofi Annan Changemaker

Her innovative work earned her the title of Kofi Annan Changemaker 2025, making her the first Bangladeshi to receive this honour. When asked about it, Nusaiba says, “It’s a one-year program that’s not just about the project; it provides training, global mentors, and personal guidance to help us grow as individuals while making a positive impact in our communities. I feel incredibly grateful for this opportunity.”

Looking ahead: Expansion and access

Nusaiba has ambitious plans for Anondopath, as she tells TBS Graduates, “In Shaa Allah, we’re working on partnerships to bring Anondopath to more schools, especially underserved ones. We also want to expand beyond borders because joyful learning shouldn’t have boundaries.”

She wraps up the interview with an inspiring message to the young dreamers: “Sometimes it feels like we’re too small to change anything. But if each of us just plays our part, in our own corner, things begin to shift. We can change our surroundings and slowly make the world the beautiful, liveable place it’s meant to be. So don’t stop, just start right where you are.”