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Angkita Chakraborty
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Passionate about economics, markets, and financial trends. Sharing insights on wealth creation, investments, and global trade. #EconNerd
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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
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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
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dynamics in marginalized markets and provide vital insights for global researchers and policymakers.

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October 5, 2025 at 7:21 AM
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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
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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
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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
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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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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
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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
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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
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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
September 16, 2025 at 5:40 AM
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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...?
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
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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
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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:
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
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“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
September 9, 2025 at 6:57 AM
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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
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Key results: greater trust, higher vaccine uptake, culturally sensitive communication, and the power of dialogue over broad messaging.

𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡:

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Addressing vaccine hesitancy using local ambassadors: A randomized controlled trial in Indonesia
In settings where resistance and rampant misinformation against vaccines exist, the prospect of containing infectious diseases remains a challenge. Ca…
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September 4, 2025 at 5:47 AM
It's a beacon of hope for education equity worldwide, and sharing this vital work so generously motivates us all to think bigger about scalable solutions. Outstanding contribution, Asad!
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:
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 3, 2025 at 10:15 AM