Eshrat Sharmin is a research professional, serving as a Deputy Director at the South Asian Network on Economic Modeling (SANEM) with extensive experience in research across various domains, including gender issues, economic policy, youth development, and socio-economic interventions. With a Master’s in Economics from Jahangirnagar University, her research interests span topics such as technological change, climate transition, digital infrastructure, gender budgeting, and youth vulnerability. She is also the Associate Editor of “Thinking Aloud” and has several published works including journal articles, policy briefs, and newspaper articles focusing on development challenges in Bangladesh

Md. Tuhin Ahmed is a Lecturer at the Department of Economics, Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, Santosh, Tangail-1902, Bangladesh. Currently, he also holds the position of Honorary Deputy Director at the South Asian Network on Economic Modeling (SANEM). He completed his MSS (Master of Social Science) and BSS (Bachelor of Social Science) in Economics from the University of Dhaka, Bangladesh. He has been awarded the Shah A.M.S Kibria Gold Medal, Dr. Jalal Alamgir Memorial Gold Medal and Advocate Md. Edris Memorial Gold Medal by the President of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh for achieving the highest CGPA in MSS in Economics from the University of Dhaka for the year 2018. His areas of research interest include labour economics, poverty & inequality, renewable energy, power and energy sector, and business economics. Before becoming a faculty member at Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University, he held the position of Lecturer of Economics at Netrokona University, Netrokona. He also gained experience as a Research Associate and later as a Senior Research Associate (SRA) at the South Asian Network on Economic Modeling (SANEM). As a researcher at SANEM, he was engaged in 22 more research projects. As a team member, he worked with several development partners such as the World Bank Group, UNICEF, Microfinance Opportunities (USA), Nathan Associates Inc. (USA), The Asia Foundation, British Council, Advocata Institute (Sri Lanka), ESCAP, TARA Climate Ltd., etc. As a Principal Investigator, he conducted three research projects, two with Bangladesh Public Administration Training Centre and one with Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University. Moreover, he has led three research projects as Principal Investigator—two with the Bangladesh Public Administration Training Centre (BPATC) and one with Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University.

Afia Mubasshira Tiasha is working as a Senior Research Associate at the South Asian Network on Economic Modeling (SANEM). Before being promoted to Senior Research Associate, she worked as a Research Associate and Research Assistant at the same organization. She has completed both her Master of Social Sciences (MSS) in Economics and Bachelor of Social Sciences (BSS) in Economics from the Department of Economics, Jagannath University, Dhaka with an outstanding result in MSS. She has secured the first position in the MSS examination in her respective batch. Her areas of interest are International Trade, Health Economics, and Environmental Economics. She has joined the SANEM team on June 2, 2021. As a part of the SANEM team, she was engaged in several research projects. Currently, she is working on the projects titled “Has the COVID-19 pandemic worsened multi-dimensional poverty and vulnerability? Evidence from a Unique National Longitudinal Household Survey Dataset in Bangladesh” and “Baseline Survey and Create Evidence on Perceptions, knowledge, and Attitude towards MHPSS issues among adolescents and youth in Rohingya camps and host community”. In the project titled “Bangladesh Regional Connectivity Project 1: To explore bilateral and regional trade potentials’’, she conducted KIIs and FGDs as well as assisted in writing drafts of the policy papers. She was also engaged in collecting secondary data and analysis for specific policy papers. Moreover, she was also involved in the project of ‘’Bangladesh Mohila Parishad’’ and assisted in preparing draft write-ups. Also, she was engaged in the “Bangladesh Trade Facilitation: Time Release Study (TRS)’’ project and assisted in preparing the survey questionnaires. Apart from these, she is assisting in writing proposals for several projects. From her student life, she has research interests and co-authored a paper on Remittance and Economic Growth in Bangladesh. Throughout her student career, she was engaged with various voluntary and social organizations and depicted her leadership skills. She hopes to become a good academician.

Fariha Khan is a Research Associate at SANEM. She obtained an MSc in Economics for Development from University of Oxford, UK, with the support of the Commonwealth Scholarship. Before that, she worked for over two years at BRAC Advocacy for Social Change as a researcher. She was involved in various research projects including the learnings of the poor from the pandemic, post-Covid economic recovery of women informal sector workers and entrepreneurs, and Rohingya adolescents. She holds a BSS and MSS in Development Studies from University of Dhaka. Graduating at the top of her class in both, she is a recipient of the Dean’s Award for her BSS result. Her research interest lies in gender and development, and labour market dynamics.

Dipa Das is a motivated and determined individual with a passion for education and research to make a positive impact on society. Dipa holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Visva-Bharati, Santiniketan, India, and recently completed her Master’s degree in Economics from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Roorkee, under the Study in India scholarship program. In her MSc dissertation, she analysed efficiency and productivity in the Bangladesh Insurance Industry. She is proficient in using STATA, EViews and DEAP.
She has also completed a summer internship from Institute for Social and Economic Change (ISEC), Bangalore on “Trend and Relationship of Unemployment and Inflation in India and Bangladesh: The Short Run Philips Curve Approach”.
Dipa also served as Hostel Coordinator for ISAC, fostering a supportive environment for international students, and representing Bangladeshi students at IIT Roorkee. With a strong background in economics and research, she aims to contribute to her country’s development. Therefore, with a thirst for continuous learning and a desire to contribute to the field of research, she has joined SANEM, as a research associate.
As she embarks on the next phase of her professional journey, she remains committed to making a meaningful difference through her research and endeavours. She is enthusiastic for learning, combined with her compassionate nature, and ready to take on the challenges of the future.
She possesses research interest in Development Economics, Gender, Public Economics , Public Policy and Health Economics.

Shafa Tasneem has joined SANEM as a Research Associate. She holds a BSS in Economics from the University of Dhaka and is currently pursuing an MSS in the same department. Shafa has previously worked as an intern at SANEM, Economic Intelligence Lead at The Financial Express Bangladesh and later as an intern at Aspire to Innovate (a2i). Her research interests revolve around the realms of development economics and political economy.

Sheikh Tausif Ahmed joined SANEM in August of 2024. He completed his Honor’s and master’s from the Department of Economics, University of Dhaka. He has worked with BRAC Institute of Governance & Development (BIGD) & Center for Policy Dialogue (CPD) in the past. At SANEM, Tausif has participated in various research activities. Currently he is serving as the Co-Ordinator for the SANEM International Trade Center. His research interests lie in development, international-trade & migration-related topics.

Sudeepto Roy is an Economics graduate from the University of Dhaka, where he also completed his Master’s degree. ​Currently, he ​works as a Research Associate at the South Asian Network on Economic Modeling (SANEM),​ following his previous roles as a Research Assistant and Intern within the same organization. His professional journey includes an internship at Bangladesh Bank, the Central Bank of Bangladesh, and two years at Medisquare Smart Health Ltd., where he worked as a Business Research and Development Executive and Business Executive.​ Sudeepto’s strong research background is demonstrated by his award-winning paper, “Bridging Growth and Sustainability: Biomass Energy in South Asia’s Circular Economy,” which earned the Best Research Paper ​accolade at the 19th South Asian Economics Students’ Meet (SAESM) 2024, organized in collaboration with the World Bank. He has actively participated in and won several business competitions. Beyond academics and research, Sudeepto served as the Vice President of the Economics Study Center (ESC) at the University of Dhaka, the pioneering student chapter of the Department of Economics. His research interest lies in development economics, health economics, environmental economics​, and​ international trade.

Md. Razib has joined SANEM as a Research Associate. He has completed BSS degree at Economics in Dhaka University. He has also completed MSS degree recently at the same department and same university. From the moment he joined at Dhaka University, he felt depth fascination for research. He has developed strong research capabilities through rigorous coursework and independent projects during his academic studies. His research interest lies in international trade, environmental economics, macroeconomics and development economics.

Arpita Chakraborty is currently working as a Research Associate at the South Asian Network on Economic Modeling (SANEM), having previously served as a Research Assistant within the same organization. She holds both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Economics from the University of Dhaka, where she honed her research skills through intensive coursework, hands-on training, and independent projects. Her areas of interest include development, environmental, health, energy, and behavioral economics, along with international trade. Beyond her academic and research engagements, Arpita also contributed as the Joint Secretary of the Economics Study Center (ESC) at the University of Dhaka—the Department of Economics’ flagship student chapter.

Neeladri Naviya Noveli is currently working as a Research Associate at the South Asian Network on Economic Modeling (SANEM). She holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Economics from the University of Dhaka, where she developed strong analytical and research skills through rigorous coursework and independent projects. Her areas of interest include development economics, international trade, environmental economics, and public policy. Prior to joining SANEM, she worked as a writer at The Daily Star and contributed to various research and media projects at Omnispace’, where she collaborated with organizations such as BRAC, IFC, The British Council, and UN Women. With a strong focus on the intersection of economic policies and real-world challenges, she is passionate about contributing to sustainable and impactful solutions.

Mohammad Iftekharul Islam is an economics graduate from the University of Dhaka and is currently working as a Research Associate for the South Asian Network on Economic Modelling (SANEM). Prior to joining SANEM, Iftekhar worked as a Programme Associate for the research division at the Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD), interned at the Bangladesh Bank, and Research and Policy Integration for Development (RAPID). He also served as a feature writer for The Financial Express Bangladesh for an extensive period. He has gained practical skills in econometric analysis, academic writing and project coordination, using advanced statistical tools to support research on pressing socio-economic issues. Alongside his professional work, he takes a keen interest in both creative and analytical writing, and remains committed to continuous learning and contributing to inclusive growth and evidence-based policymaking.

Sultana Yeasmin currently serves as a Programme Associate at the South Asian Network on Economic Modeling (SANEM). She previously served as a Research Intern at SANEM. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Dhaka and is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in the same field, furthering her academic journey. Her research interests encompass a diverse range of critical areas, including trade, macroeconomic policies, climate change, green growth, and health sector. She aims to deepen her expertise in economics and policy analysis, with the goal of contributing to sustainable economic development and addressing pressing global challenges through advanced research.

Nafis Mubarrat is an aspiring researcher with experience in economic analysis. He specializes in data-driven research and policy evaluation. His work focuses on energy transition, labor markets, and gender participation in STEM. He is currently a Programme Associate at SANEM, where he contributes to various research projects. His research explores themes such as food insecurity, economic growth, and employment trends.

Beyond academics, Nafis has been actively involved in various co-curricular organizations, contributing to research discussions, content creation, and event management. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the University of Dhaka and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Economics in the same department.

Afsana Ahmed is an Economics graduate with a minor in Mathematics from North South University and the President of the Young Economists’ Forum. Her academic journey is rooted in a strong foundation in research, having worked as a Research Assistant at North South University on projects exploring income inequality, carbon emissions, and energy economics. She has also served as a Teaching Assistant, supporting core economics courses. Afsana previously interned at the South Asian Network on Economic Modelling (SANEM), where she contributed to policy-oriented research. Her primary interests lie in development economics, behavioral economics, and the care economy. Beyond academia, she is a writer, a volunteer translator for Translators without Borders, and a self-taught visual artist.

Fahima recently joined the South Asian Network on Economic Modelling (SANEM) as an intern, aiming to enhance her research skills and gain practical experience. She has completed her BSS and MSS in Economics from Mawlana Bhashani Science and Technology University. She is very passionate and interested in the research field of economics. Her areas of interest are environmental economics, renewable energy, and gender equity.

I am Tasin Ahmad. I have completed my bachelor’s degree and am currently pursuing a master’s in Economics at the University of Dhaka. With strong interests in public policy, economic research, and data analysis, I am skilled in econometrics, statistical tools, and academic writing. I aim to contribute to evidence-based policymaking and innovative economic research initiatives.