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Institute of
Development Studiesand Sustainability

Faculty & Staff

Meet our dedicated team of researchers and educators committed to advancing sustainable development.

Our Team

Leadership & Faculty

Our team brings together expertise in sustainable development, climate change, water governance, and more.

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Prof. Dr. Hamidul Huq
Professor
Director

Prof. Dr. Hamidul Huq is the founding Director of IDSS and a distinguished scholar in sustainable development, water governance, and climate change adaptation. With over two decades of experience in research and education, he has led numerous national and international research projects.

Research Areas

Water GovernanceClimate ChangeSustainable DevelopmentDelta Management
hamidul.huq@uiu.ac.bd
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Dr. Shahrina Akhtar
Assistant Professor
Research Coordinator

Dr. Shahrina Akhtar serves as Research Coordinator at IDSS and brings expertise in environmental economics, circular economy, and sustainable livelihoods. She coordinates research activities and manages collaborative projects.

Research Areas

Environmental EconomicsCircular EconomyGender & Development
shahrina.akhtar@uiu.ac.bd
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Dr. M. Rafiqul Islam
Assistant Professor
Research Coordinator

Dr. M. Rafiqul Islam is a Research Coordinator specializing in water resource management, hydrology, and environmental sustainability. He has extensive experience in conducting field research and developing policy recommendations.

Research Areas

Water ResourcesHydrologyEnvironmental Management
rafiqul.islam@uiu.ac.bd
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Salma Begum
Lecturer
Research Fellow

Salma Begum is a Research Fellow and Lecturer at IDSS, focusing on education for sustainable development, community resilience, and social inclusion. She actively contributes to research projects and academic programs.

Research Areas

Education for Sustainable DevelopmentCommunity ResilienceSocial Inclusion
salma.begum@uiu.ac.bd

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We are always looking for talented researchers and educators who share our passion for sustainable development. Explore opportunities to contribute to our mission.

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