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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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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.
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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.
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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!
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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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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
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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