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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 3d

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 3d

scientists achieved rapid and reproducible resolution of multiple cephalosporins, validating the method in both synthetic mixtures and patient serum. With recovery rates consistently above 98%, this approach offers new potential for pharmaceutical quality control and clinical diagnostics.

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 3d

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,

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 5d

These findings provide valuable insights for energy policymakers addressing urban energy challenges in developing countries.
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Price elasticities of residential electricity demand: Estimates from household panel data in Bangladesh

We collect a household level panel dataset to estimate the price elasticities of electricity demand for different types of urban households in Banglad…

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 5d

Policy simulations suggest that differential tariff reforms targeting high-use consumers can reduce consumption inequality and the demand-supply mismatch while maintaining utility revenue.

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 5d

sensitivity compared to middle consumers. This study uses panel data from Dhaka, Jessore, and Khulna and applies a fixed-effect instrumental variable strategy leveraging a VAT-induced price shock.

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 5d

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

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 5d

dynamics in marginalized markets and provide vital insights for global researchers and policymakers.

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 5d

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

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 11d

leaders in delivering safer, more reliable care for surgical patients.
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Elective surgery system strengthening: development, measurement, and validation of the surgical preparedness index across 1632 hospitals in 119 countries

The SPI contains 23 indicators that are globally applicable, relevant across different system stressors, vary at a subnational level, and are collectable by front-line teams. In the case study of COVI...

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 11d

Annual SPI assessment offers actionable guidance for targeted investment, policy, and system strengthening—thereby improving elective surgery capacity, equity, and health system resilience worldwide. This research-driven approach supports global health

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 11d

the SPI enables meaningful benchmarking and reveals profound disparities,with higher scores strongly predicting better elective surgery recovery post-pandemic. Notably, hospitals in low- and middle-income countries lag behind in critical domains like infrastructure and systems management.

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 11d

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,

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 12d

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 12d

When schools close—because of a pandemic or disaster—learning doesn’t have to stop. Creative solutions like telementoring can make a real difference for children in every community.

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 12d

Mothers became more confident teachers, spent more time helping with schoolwork, and used more positive parenting. Fathers got more involved too. The best news? The program is low-cost, uses basic phones, and can be scaled up anywhere!

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 12d

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.

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 16d

The results make one thing clear: immigration is not a threat to jobs, but can be a driver of national prosperity if managed wisely.

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 16d

The data also shows that high unemployment tends to reduce future immigration, but not the opposite.Canada’s skill-focused immigration policy is key: it helps align immigrant arrivals with labor market needs, ensuring positive impacts on the workforce and economy.

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 16d

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.

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 17d

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The long-term effects of civil conflicts on education, earnings, and fertility: Evidence from Cambodia

This paper examines the long-term effects of exposure to civil war and genocide on the educational attainment, earnings, and fertility of individuals …

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 17d

Results suggest that post-conflict recovery must focus on more than rebuilding buildings. Addressing lost years of education, supporting families, and investing in human development are key for ensuring Cambodia’s next generation can thrive.

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 17d

the study uncovers the specific mechanisms through which war shapes future opportunities. While physical infrastructure can eventually be rebuilt, the impact on human capital—knowledge, skills, and well-being—can last for decades.

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 17d

leading to lower earnings and increased family size over their lifetimes.

The research stands out for its thorough use of Cambodian population censuses, socio-economic surveys, and health data. By analyzing both regional and generational exposure to conflict,

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Alok Inspired by Asad Islam @asadislamres.bsky.social · 17d

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,

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