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Development Studiesand Sustainability

Research Projects

Our research addresses critical challenges in sustainable development, contributing to evidence-based policies and practices.

Research Focus

Our Research Priority

IDSS research addresses the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Agenda 2030, focusing on the need for science-based studies to inform policy and practice in Bangladesh and the region.

SDG Implementation

Research on achieving SDG targets

Policy Research

Evidence for informed decisions

Climate Action

Adaptation & mitigation studies

Funded Projects

International partnerships

Research Projects

7 total projects

A comprehensive monitoring and evaluation study tracking the implementation progress of the Bangladesh Delta Plan 2100, assessing outcomes and informing adaptive management.

Period: 2023 - PresentFunding: Government of BangladeshPartner: General Economics Division, Planning Commission

Developing an innovative curriculum framework for integrating sustainable development concepts into higher education across multiple disciplines.

Period: 2024 - PresentFunding: UIU Research GrantPartner: Ministry of Education

Knowledge Sharing

Publications

Access our policy briefs, research reports, and blog posts.

Policy Brief
Policy Brief: Integrating SDGs into National Planning

Recommendations for mainstreaming Sustainable Development Goals into national development planning processes.

By: Prof. Dr. Hamidul Huq

Sep 2023

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Policy Brief
Policy Brief: Advancing Climate Adaptation in Coastal Bangladesh

This policy brief provides recommendations for strengthening climate adaptation policies for coastal communities based on extensive field research.

By: Prof. Dr. Hamidul Huq, Dr. Shahrina Akhtar

Jun 2023

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Blog Post
Understanding the Circular Economy: Insights from Bangladesh

An accessible overview of circular economy principles and their application in Bangladesh's manufacturing sector.

By: Dr. Shahrina Akhtar

Jan 2024

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Research Report
Research Report: Water Governance Assessment Framework

A comprehensive framework for assessing water governance at local and national levels, with application to SDG 6 monitoring.

By: Dr. M. Rafiqul Islam

Nov 2022

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Research Report
Research Report: Gender-Responsive Climate Adaptation Strategies

Analysis of gender dimensions in climate vulnerability and recommendations for inclusive adaptation planning.

By: Salma Begum, Dr. Shahrina Akhtar

Mar 2023

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