Focus Areas

Research focused on the issues that matter

ISDR conducts interdisciplinary research and generates evidence across social, economic, environmental, political, humanitarian and development contexts.

Our Expertise

Our Focus Areas

Our work responds to complex challenges through evidence-based research, analysis and practical knowledge.

Social Dynamics & Behavioral Research
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Social Dynamics & Behavioral Research

Exploring social behavior, cultural norms, community dynamics and the factors shaping conflict, cooperation and resilience.

Development & Humanitarian Studies
02

Development & Humanitarian Studies

Evaluating development programmes and humanitarian interventions to strengthen effectiveness, sustainability and social equity.

Health & Public Policy
03

Health & Public Policy

Generating evidence to inform public health interventions, health-system reforms and policies that improve population well-being.

Climate Change & Environmental Safeguarding
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Climate Change & Environmental Safeguarding

Researching climate change, environmental degradation and community-led approaches to adaptation, mitigation and resilience.

Governance & Political Studies
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Governance & Political Studies

Examining governance systems, political structures, power dynamics, institutional reform and approaches to conflict resolution.

Biodiversity Conservation
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Biodiversity Conservation

Supporting evidence-based conservation of ecosystems and natural resources through research, policy analysis and community action.