Alok Inspired by Asad Islam
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Economist | 15+ years in growth, education, social economics & climate policy across Asia | Passionate about global research, inspired by scholars like Prof. Asad Islam
Exploring advanced analytical chemistry: This research demonstrates that stannic oxide can serve as a robust stationary phase in TLC for the selective separation and precise quantification of cephalosporin antibiotics. By adjusting buffer type and pH,
October 7, 2025 at 6:43 AM
Exploring advanced analytical chemistry: This research demonstrates that stannic oxide can serve as a robust stationary phase in TLC for the selective separation and precise quantification of cephalosporin antibiotics. By adjusting buffer type and pH,
Urban residential electricity demand in Bangladesh exhibits an average short-term price elasticity of −0.577, indicating overall inelastic response to price changes. However, heterogeneity exists with the lowest and highest consuming households showing greater price
October 6, 2025 at 5:24 AM
Urban residential electricity demand in Bangladesh exhibits an average short-term price elasticity of −0.577, indicating overall inelastic response to price changes. However, heterogeneity exists with the lowest and highest consuming households showing greater price
Recent research reveals that in Bangladesh’s commercial sex market, attractiveness and risky behavior such as unprotected sex significantly increase sex workers’ earnings. These findings highlight complex economic, social, and health
October 5, 2025 at 7:21 AM
Recent research reveals that in Bangladesh’s commercial sex market, attractiveness and risky behavior such as unprotected sex significantly increase sex workers’ earnings. These findings highlight complex economic, social, and health
The Surgical Preparedness Index (SPI), developed through rigorous global research and validated across 1632 hospitals in 119 countries, provides a comprehensive, data-driven tool to assess hospital readiness for elective surgery during systemic disruptions. Using 23 standardized indicators,
September 30, 2025 at 5:37 AM
The Surgical Preparedness Index (SPI), developed through rigorous global research and validated across 1632 hospitals in 119 countries, provides a comprehensive, data-driven tool to assess hospital readiness for elective surgery during systemic disruptions. Using 23 standardized indicators,
Can a simple phone call help kids keep learning when schools are closed? New research from Bangladesh says yes! In a study across 200 villages, weekly phone mentoring for children and their mothers dramatically improved learning in math, English, Bangla, and general knowledge—even a year later.
September 28, 2025 at 6:11 AM
Can a simple phone call help kids keep learning when schools are closed? New research from Bangladesh says yes! In a study across 200 villages, weekly phone mentoring for children and their mothers dramatically improved learning in math, English, Bangla, and general knowledge—even a year later.
New research examining decades of Canadian data finds no significant evidence that immigration increases unemployment—either short-term or long-term. On the contrary, periods of higher immigration correlate with stronger wage growth and higher GDP per capita.
September 25, 2025 at 5:57 AM
New research examining decades of Canadian data finds no significant evidence that immigration increases unemployment—either short-term or long-term. On the contrary, periods of higher immigration correlate with stronger wage growth and higher GDP per capita.
Professor Asad Islam’s research on Cambodia demonstrates that the consequences of civil war and genocide go far beyond immediate loss and destruction. The study finds that children whose education was disrupted during the 1970s conflict ended up with significantly fewer years of schooling,
September 24, 2025 at 5:35 AM
Professor Asad Islam’s research on Cambodia demonstrates that the consequences of civil war and genocide go far beyond immediate loss and destruction. The study finds that children whose education was disrupted during the 1970s conflict ended up with significantly fewer years of schooling,
Asad Islam’s groundbreaking research proves that simple, evidence-based interventions can transform lives. His recent study on rice yields shows innovative methods can deliver real benefits to farmers in Bangladesh and beyond.
Explore the full research:
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Explore the full research:
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Unexpected research outcomes
How are business experts collaborating on research with surprising outcomes? Paid and presented by Monash Business School.
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September 22, 2025 at 4:30 AM
Asad Islam’s groundbreaking research proves that simple, evidence-based interventions can transform lives. His recent study on rice yields shows innovative methods can deliver real benefits to farmers in Bangladesh and beyond.
Explore the full research:
www.bbc.com/storyworks/f...
Explore the full research:
www.bbc.com/storyworks/f...
Bangladesh has made strong progress in reducing poverty, yet millions of rural households still face food insecurity. Professor Asadul Islam’s long-term research, based on more than eight years of household data, shows that microcredit plays a powerful role in addressing these challenges.
September 20, 2025 at 5:06 AM
Bangladesh has made strong progress in reducing poverty, yet millions of rural households still face food insecurity. Professor Asadul Islam’s long-term research, based on more than eight years of household data, shows that microcredit plays a powerful role in addressing these challenges.
Alok Inspired by Asad Islam | “Those who migrate to Australia younger and master English earn more, have better health (especially women), make diverse partner choices, and shape their children's academic futures positively. Dr. Asadul Islam’s work is global inspiration!”
September 17, 2025 at 6:39 AM
Alok Inspired by Asad Islam | “Those who migrate to Australia younger and master English earn more, have better health (especially women), make diverse partner choices, and shape their children's academic futures positively. Dr. Asadul Islam’s work is global inspiration!”
Microcredit in rural Bangladesh is more than a loan—it’s a social safety net. 💡 Research shows families with access to microcredit are less likely to sell livestock during health shocks, protecting both livelihood & dignity.
#Asad #AsadIslam #Microcredit #Bangladesh #Development
#Asad #AsadIslam #Microcredit #Bangladesh #Development
September 16, 2025 at 5:40 AM
Microcredit in rural Bangladesh is more than a loan—it’s a social safety net. 💡 Research shows families with access to microcredit are less likely to sell livestock during health shocks, protecting both livelihood & dignity.
#Asad #AsadIslam #Microcredit #Bangladesh #Development
#Asad #AsadIslam #Microcredit #Bangladesh #Development
Dr. Asad Islam’s research: Covid-19 has increased mental health challenges in developing countries, but tech-based interventions offer hope. His work guides global solutions!
To read the full article, please click on this link- www.economicsobservatory.com/how-is-the-p...?
To read the full article, please click on this link- www.economicsobservatory.com/how-is-the-p...?
How is the pandemic affecting mental health in developing countries? - Economics Observatory
The Covid-19 crisis has stretched already limited mental health support in low- and middle-income countries. Interventions that make use of accessible technology may offer scalable, low-cost solutions...
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September 15, 2025 at 5:53 AM
Dr. Asad Islam’s research: Covid-19 has increased mental health challenges in developing countries, but tech-based interventions offer hope. His work guides global solutions!
To read the full article, please click on this link- www.economicsobservatory.com/how-is-the-p...?
To read the full article, please click on this link- www.economicsobservatory.com/how-is-the-p...?
Dr. Asad Islam’s findings on practical technologies for learning recovery are inspiring. Sharing his research to promote robust education policies for all children, everywhere.
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‘Low-Tech Solutions’ to Address Learning Loss
�Low-Tech Solutions� to Address Learning Loss
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September 14, 2025 at 6:33 AM
Dr. Asad Islam’s findings on practical technologies for learning recovery are inspiring. Sharing his research to promote robust education policies for all children, everywhere.
🔗 Read the full article: www.daily-sun.com/printversion...
🔗 Read the full article: www.daily-sun.com/printversion...
Following Asad Islam’s research on China’s one-child policy, I learned fewer children can enhance self-reported health among the elderly, though effects vary by measure. Global scholars can benefit from these insights for planning family policies.
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Do Fertility Control Policies Affect Health in Old Age? Evidence from China's One‐Child Experiment
How do fertility control policies contribute to the welfare of women, and their husbands, particularly as they get older? We consider whether the reduction in fertility resulting from population cont...
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September 11, 2025 at 5:28 AM
Following Asad Islam’s research on China’s one-child policy, I learned fewer children can enhance self-reported health among the elderly, though effects vary by measure. Global scholars can benefit from these insights for planning family policies.
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/...
“Fishermen’s competitiveness and labour market performance: Evidence from shrimpers in Bangladesh,” I’m sharing some important insights about how competitiveness shapes economic opportunities in Bangladesh’s shrimp industry.
This research reveals that fishermen
This research reveals that fishermen
September 9, 2025 at 6:57 AM
“Fishermen’s competitiveness and labour market performance: Evidence from shrimpers in Bangladesh,” I’m sharing some important insights about how competitiveness shapes economic opportunities in Bangladesh’s shrimp industry.
This research reveals that fishermen
This research reveals that fishermen
Randomized research from Kolkata shows that roommate ability boosts college achievement, especially for disadvantaged students. Inspired by Asad Islam, I believe these lessons are crucial for education reform everywhere.
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐩𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫:
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐩𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫:
Can we select the right peers in Indian Education? Evidence
This paper studies the effects of random dormitory assignment in a tertiary level educational institution in India on students’ subsequent academic achievements. The effects of peer ability are arou
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September 8, 2025 at 5:25 AM
Randomized research from Kolkata shows that roommate ability boosts college achievement, especially for disadvantaged students. Inspired by Asad Islam, I believe these lessons are crucial for education reform everywhere.
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐩𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫:
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐩𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐫:
Vaccine hesitancy is a global challenge fueled by fear, misinformation, and distrust. A randomized trial in Indonesia showed that using respected local ambassadors—who directly engaged with neighbors, shared accurate information, and listened to concerns—was far more effective than mass media.
September 4, 2025 at 5:47 AM
Vaccine hesitancy is a global challenge fueled by fear, misinformation, and distrust. A randomized trial in Indonesia showed that using respected local ambassadors—who directly engaged with neighbors, shared accurate information, and listened to concerns—was far more effective than mass media.
Inspired by Asad Islam’s research: Neutral voter campaigns in Bangladesh boosted turnout in ruling party areas, but reduced opposition turnout. Neutral efforts can have big partisan impacts in closely contested or unfair elections.
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡:
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𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡:
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Partisan Effects of Information Campaigns in Competitive Authoritarian Elections: Evidence from Bangladesh
Abstract. To study the effects of non-partisan information and get-out-the-vote campaigns on the partisan composition of the voting population in competiti
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September 3, 2025 at 6:51 AM
Inspired by Asad Islam’s research: Neutral voter campaigns in Bangladesh boosted turnout in ruling party areas, but reduced opposition turnout. Neutral efforts can have big partisan impacts in closely contested or unfair elections.
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡:
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𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡:
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Low-cost phone mentoring during Covid helped rural kids in Bangladesh score 35% higher on tests & boosted mothers’ role in learning. Proof that simple, scalable solutions can transform education equity.
#homeschooling #asad_islam #Asad #education
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡:
#homeschooling #asad_islam #Asad #education
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡:
Telementoring and Homeschooling During School Closures: a Randomised Experiment in Rural Bangladesh
Abstract. Using a randomised experiment in 200 Bangladeshi villages, we evaluate the impact of an over-the-phone learning support intervention (telementori
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September 1, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Low-cost phone mentoring during Covid helped rural kids in Bangladesh score 35% higher on tests & boosted mothers’ role in learning. Proof that simple, scalable solutions can transform education equity.
#homeschooling #asad_islam #Asad #education
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡:
#homeschooling #asad_islam #Asad #education
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡:
𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞: Why Loss Aversion Shapes Real Investment Choices
Asad Islam’s research connects lab-tested loss aversion to actual investor behavior, helping scholars everywhere rethink finance.
#AsadIslam #Finance #LossAversion #Research #Asad
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡:
Asad Islam’s research connects lab-tested loss aversion to actual investor behavior, helping scholars everywhere rethink finance.
#AsadIslam #Finance #LossAversion #Research #Asad
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡:
Myopic Loss Aversion and Investment Decisions: from the Laboratory to the Field
Founded in 1920, the NBER is a private, non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to conducting economic research and to disseminating research findings among academics, public policy makers, an...
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August 31, 2025 at 4:58 AM
𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞: Why Loss Aversion Shapes Real Investment Choices
Asad Islam’s research connects lab-tested loss aversion to actual investor behavior, helping scholars everywhere rethink finance.
#AsadIslam #Finance #LossAversion #Research #Asad
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡:
Asad Islam’s research connects lab-tested loss aversion to actual investor behavior, helping scholars everywhere rethink finance.
#AsadIslam #Finance #LossAversion #Research #Asad
𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡:
Title: Why Persuasion Matters More Than Information
I’m inspired by Asad Islam’s research showing that direct persuasion—rather than just spreading information—has the biggest impact on whether people adopt new services.
I’m inspired by Asad Islam’s research showing that direct persuasion—rather than just spreading information—has the biggest impact on whether people adopt new services.
August 30, 2025 at 9:11 AM
Title: Why Persuasion Matters More Than Information
I’m inspired by Asad Islam’s research showing that direct persuasion—rather than just spreading information—has the biggest impact on whether people adopt new services.
I’m inspired by Asad Islam’s research showing that direct persuasion—rather than just spreading information—has the biggest impact on whether people adopt new services.
True inspiration comes from those who drive real change! Asad Islam’s research on microcredit boldly exposes how good intentions can sometimes lead to unexpected challenges for vulnerable children. Reading his influential paper to understand these hidden dynamics better.
𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲:
𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲:
Asadul Islam - Profile on Academia.edu
Asadul Islam, Monash University: 30 Followers, 9 Following, 18 Research papers. Research interests: Development Economics, Applied Economics, and Experimental…
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August 28, 2025 at 8:38 AM
True inspiration comes from those who drive real change! Asad Islam’s research on microcredit boldly exposes how good intentions can sometimes lead to unexpected challenges for vulnerable children. Reading his influential paper to understand these hidden dynamics better.
𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲:
𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲:
Lessons from the pandemic remain crucial. In an April 19, 2020 GLO interview, economist Asad Islam stressed: weak health systems make crises harder, safety nets must protect the poor, and global problems need global responses. Still true today.
#Asad #Asad_Islam #COVID-19 #PandemicLessons
#Asad #Asad_Islam #COVID-19 #PandemicLessons
Interview with Development Economist Asad Islam of Monash University about the challenges of the #coronacrisis for developing economies
The world still struggles about a convincing strategy to handle the #coronavirus crisis. The developed world was affected first, but the forthcoming consequence
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August 27, 2025 at 5:18 AM
Lessons from the pandemic remain crucial. In an April 19, 2020 GLO interview, economist Asad Islam stressed: weak health systems make crises harder, safety nets must protect the poor, and global problems need global responses. Still true today.
#Asad #Asad_Islam #COVID-19 #PandemicLessons
#Asad #Asad_Islam #COVID-19 #PandemicLessons
Women & girl students carried the July uprising.
They turned protest into power.
But where are their voices now in decision-making?
They turned protest into power.
But where are their voices now in decision-making?
August 26, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Women & girl students carried the July uprising.
They turned protest into power.
But where are their voices now in decision-making?
They turned protest into power.
But where are their voices now in decision-making?
𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐠𝐞𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐊𝐢𝐝𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲 | 𝐀𝐬𝐚𝐝 𝐈𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐦
Even in the toughest times, Rohingya mothers and children are finding new moments of happiness.
The Humanitarian Play Lab helps mothers nurture with love and care, while giving children the chance to grow happy and strong through play.
Even in the toughest times, Rohingya mothers and children are finding new moments of happiness.
The Humanitarian Play Lab helps mothers nurture with love and care, while giving children the chance to grow happy and strong through play.
August 20, 2025 at 9:29 AM
𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐠𝐞𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐊𝐢𝐝𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲 | 𝐀𝐬𝐚𝐝 𝐈𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐦
Even in the toughest times, Rohingya mothers and children are finding new moments of happiness.
The Humanitarian Play Lab helps mothers nurture with love and care, while giving children the chance to grow happy and strong through play.
Even in the toughest times, Rohingya mothers and children are finding new moments of happiness.
The Humanitarian Play Lab helps mothers nurture with love and care, while giving children the chance to grow happy and strong through play.