Centre of Excellence on Disaster Studies & Resilience

Building a Safer, Resilient and Sustainable Future

Advancing interdisciplinary research, education, training, and community engagement in disaster risk reduction, resilience, and sustainable development.

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ABOUT THE CENTRE

Who We Are

A pioneering centre dedicated to disaster risk reduction and resilience building

The Centre of Excellence on Disaster Studies and Resilience is established with the objective of advancing interdisciplinary research, education, training, and community engagement in the field of disaster risk reduction, resilience, and sustainable development. The Centre focuses on understanding natural and human-induced disasters and developing innovative, science-based solutions to enhance preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery at local, regional, and national levels.

Vision & Mission Our Team

WHAT WE DO

Our Focus Areas

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Research

Conduct advanced research on natural hazards, climate change impacts, and disaster resilience of infrastructure and communities.

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Education

Offer training programs, workshops, certification courses, and awareness programs on disaster management and resilience.

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Collaboration

Foster collaboration among academia, industry, government agencies, and civil society for effective disaster management.

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Community Engagement

Promote community engagement and outreach activities to enhance disaster awareness and preparedness.

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Policy Research

Encourage policy-oriented research and contribute to national and regional disaster management plans.

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Sustainability

Develop risk assessment models, mitigation strategies, and resilient design frameworks for sustainable development.

LEADERSHIP

Meet Our Director

Prof. (Dr.) Snehamanju Basu

Director, Centre of Excellence on Disaster Studies and Resilience

Dr. Snehamanju Basu has made significant contributions to academia and administration throughout her career. She serves as Director IQAC and Director of the Centre of Excellence on Disaster Studies and Resilience at Adamas University, bringing decades of academic leadership and research expertise in geography and urban studies.

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