My research lies at the intersection of political economy, development, and economic geography. By combining theory and applied microeconometrics in quasi-experimental research designs, I study what determines where economic activity is located, how inequality and early state formation develop, and where the state is more likely to use strategic violence against civilians during civil war.

I study the drivers of gender inequality in labor markets and unpaid worMy research examines how institutions, social norms, and market forces jointly shape income and welfare gaps between men and women, particularly after marriage. I also explore the dynamics of decision-making between men and women in high-stakes policy environment.

I investigated how sustainable circular economy strategies can be adopted in offshore wind sector, and adjacent industries with similar waste challenges.  To do this, I mapped and structured 30+ organisations in the entire offshore wind value chain, and conducted 20 strategic discussions with senior stakeholders in global organisations, to identify key drivers and barriers and develop actionable strategies for accelerating sustainable and circular-economy adoption in the sector. I also developed a range of cross-industry, market and policy recommendations to accelerate circular economy strategy uptake in offshore wind and other major industries, including fisheries, aquaculture, solar PV, and the electric vehicle industry.

My research focuses on analysing transport systems using optimisation and data-driven methods. I develop models that support better decisions under uncertainty and improve operational performance.

I am a PhD candidate at NTNU Business School, specializing in management accounting in healthcare, and expect to complete my degree in autumn 2026. My research explores how communication and data are used to identify and address challenges in hospitals. I am motivated by opportunities where I can apply analytical skills to support better decision-making in practice-oriented organizations.

My doctoral thesis, titled “Four Essays on the Role of Biodiversity Risk in Finance,” examines how environmental risks, specifically biodiversity-related risks, influence firms, investors, and financial markets. Throughout my PhD journey, I have been actively involved in research activities and collaborations. I also spent the entire Autumn semester of 2024 at UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School as a PhD exchange candidate. Moreover, I have published research articles in several peer-reviewed journals, including Real Estate Economics, Business Strategy and the Environment, Journal of Environmental Management, Finance Research Letters, and International Journal of Finance & Economics, among others.

Mohammad Hassan Shakil is a PhD Research Fellow in Business Administration at NTNU and a Visiting Researcher at the University of Oxford. Specialising in business analytics, his research combines artificial intelligence and machine learning with traditional econometric methods to study ESG issues, with a particular focus on carbon emissions, biodiversity, and water reporting. He is also an affiliated member of the Oxford Water Network. His work has been published in leading international journals, and he was recognized among the Stanford–Elsevier Top 2% Scientists in 2024 and 2025.