University of Dhaka

How effective Cyclone Preparedness Programme (CPP) is in promoting inclusive disaster resilience in Bangladesh?

Purpose Inclusive resilience is both a cause and consequence of sustainable development. Cyclone Preparedness Program (CPP) has been an embodiment of gender-inclusive community-driven disaster management globally. But, the inclusion of other vulnerable groups has not yet been inv...

Modeling mobile payment adoption toward a cashless society using integrated TAM TRA and TPB with SEM and ANN

The study investigates mobile payment system (MPS) adoption in Bangladesh by identifying the factors that shape users’ attitudes and behavioral intentions. The Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), Theory of Reasoned Action (TRA), and Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) are integrated...

Design and Optimization of Cs2AgBiBr6/AgBiS2 Two-Terminal Tandem Solar Cells for High-Efficiency Lead-Free Photovoltaics

Abstract The ternary chalcogenide AgBiS2 has emerged as a promising lead-free photovoltaic absorber due to its high optical absorption, tunable bandgap (∼1.3 eV), and nontoxic composition. In this work, we present a comprehensive numerical study of AgBiS2-based thin-film solar ce...

Zwitterionic Copolymer-Modified Mesoporous Silica Material: A Promising Adsorbent for Both Anionic and Cationic Dye Removal and an Efficient Stationary Phase for Liquid Chromatography

Abstract The creation of innovative single materials with a variety of applications is a major need for materials in the future. The decolorization of both anionic and cationic dye-contaminated water with high adsorption capacities is one of the most challenging problems for the...

Trends, patterns, determinants and socio-economic inequality of high-risk fertility behavior (HRFB) among Bangladeshi women: Evidence from Bangladesh Demographic and Health Surveys

Background Globally and in Bangladesh, high-risk fertility behavior (HRFB) continues to be a significant public health issue, contributing to negative health outcomes for both mothers and children. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the trends, prevalence, determinants, and...

IFRS adoption and its impact on foreign direct investment in developing countries

Purpose This study examines the impact of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) adoption on foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows in developing countries to assess whether IFRS adoption enhances the attractiveness of these countries to foreign investors. Design/met...

Role of English and digital technology in inclusion in Asian higher education: Reflections from students and teachers

With the internationalization of higher education (HE) in recent decades, there has been a growing trend to use English as a medium of instruction even in non-anglophone countries. Additionally, HE globally has witnessed a growing trend to use technology for pedagogical purposes....

Factors Influencing The First and Second Peak of COVID-19 Global Cases: A Survival Analysis

Abstract Objectives The number of reported cases continues to increase everyday, since the first case of COVID-19 was detected in Wuhan, China in December 2019. Using the global COVID-19 data of 188 countries extracted from the Our World in Data between January 22, 2020–January 1...

Congestion Propagation Identification and Prediction Using Self Attention–Based Diffusion Convolutional Approach

Abstract Traffic congestion frequently propagates among the interconnected road networks over time, driven by spatial and temporal factors. Identifying and predicting these patterns is crucial for effective public transport management and urban planning. Existing systems often fa...

MoS 2 /Graphene Floating‐Gate Transistor Toward Non‐Volatile Memory and High‐Precision Synaptic Operations

ABSTRACT Molybdenum disulfide () and graphene, as two significant members of the two‐dimensional family, have garnered considerable attention for enhanced non‐volatile memory (NVM) applications. Nonetheless, the synaptic behavior of the /graphene floating‐gate structures is yet t...

Factors associated with cesarean section for first births in Bangladesh using demographic health survey data 2022

A cesarean section (CS) is a remarkable medical advancement that offers a safe and life-saving way to bring babies into the world when traditional delivery poses risks. Several studies found significant association of CS with different demographic, socioeconomic and medical relat...

HEALTH-RELATED QUALITY OF LIFE AND ASSOCIATED FACTORS AMONG CLIMATE-INDUCED COASTAL MIGRANTS IN BANGLADESH - A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY

Climate-induced displacement is driving millions of Bangladeshis to ecologically precarious char lands, yet health-related quality of life (HRQoL) among these migrants remains empirically underexamined. To quantify HRQoL across four WHOQOL-BREF domains and identify its key demogr...

Dissolving pulp from Melocanna baccifera (Muli bamboo) by formic acid process

Abstract Bamboo is an increasingly important non-wood fiber source for pulp production, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. This study produced dissolving pulp from Melocanna baccifera (Muli bamboo), a species native to Bangladesh, using a formic acid (FA)-based organosolv p...

Plantation-Driven Watershed Degradation and Intergenerational Erosion of Traditional Ecological Knowledge in the Chittagong Hill Tracts, Bangladesh: A Multi-Ethnic Comparative Study

The Chittagong Hill Tracts (CHT) of Bangladesh harbors at least 13 indigenous communities whoselivelihoods, cultural identities, and ecological knowledge systems are intimately embedded in a forestedhill landscape now undergoing rapid transformation. This study investigates a the...

Spatiotemporal epidemiology of dengue fever across all 64 districts of Bangladesh: a retrospective ecological analysis of reported hospital admissions

Bangladesh has experienced increasingly widespread dengue activity, with hospital admissions reported beyond the historical concentration in Dhaka. District-level evidence is needed to support preparedness, but nationwide-analyses combining temporal patterns, population-standardi...

Delineating Urban Growth Boundary Using Remote Sensing and Cellular Automata–Neural Network (CA-ANN) Model: A Case Study of Dhaka City, Bangladesh

Rapid and unplanned urbanization in Dhaka is reshaping land use, intensifying peripheral expansion, and increasing pressure on urban and ecological resources. Understanding these growth dynamics is essential for effective urban growth boundary delineation and sustainable planning...

Sustainable denim fabric development using jute-cotton blends: a viable strategy to reduce cotton consumption

Purpose This study aims to develop sustainable denim fabric by reducing cotton consumption through the use of cottonized jute–cotton blended yarn (Jutton) in the weft direction, while maintaining 100% cotton yarn in the warp, without compromising fabric performance. Design/method...

Optimization ofHexavalent Chromium Removal from WastewaterUsing Activated Carbon Derived from Liming Pelt Trimming and Tannin:A Response Surface Methodology Approach

Abstract In leather industries, chromium compound is used in tanning and around 60–70% of the applied chromium is consumed by the leather fiber and the rest of them are being discharged as a mixed toxic effluent. This effluent is a major source of chromium contamination and gener...

Quantifying vaccination thresholds and roll-out delays in an influenza transmission model with waning and immune boosting

This study develops and analyzes an SVIRLQS epidemiological model to investigate the combined effects of vaccination, waning immunity, immune boosting, and secondary infections on disease transmission dynamics. Understanding these mechanisms is important because immunity acquired...