Research focus
While governments need innovative policies based on solid research, the capability to provide these policies varies from country to country. That’s why IDRC fosters not just growth, but also equity.
To improve people’s lives in local communities, we support innovative researchers who are seeking solutions for Asia’s agricultural, environmental, technological, social, and economic issues.
Through our strategic investments, we’re helping local actors play a more effective role in solving regional challenges. The result? Strong local leaders not only for today, but for tomorrow.
Regional office
Our regional office for Asia is located in New Delhi, India. It serves development researchers and institutions in 18 countries.
Where we work
By country
Research in action
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Research in Action
KIX regional hubs
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Research in Action
Meeting the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic in Myanmar
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Research in Action
Myanmar researchers train with international group of think tanks
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Research in Action
Guidelines to improve healthcare worker response to COVID-19 pandemic
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Research in Action
Urban resilience: Helping vulnerable city dwellers adapt to climate change
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Research in Action
Building the evidence for healthier food systems
Perspectives
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Achieving the health related SDGs — why we need major shifts in thinking
Real momentum is building around the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as national governments integrate the 2030 Agenda with their own policy processes.
Author(s): Peter Taylor
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Finding solutions for cities on the frontline of climate change
The world’s cities must become part of the solution for climate change.
Author(s): Dominique Charron, Santiago Alba-Corral
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A targeted response to the learning crisis: the GPE Knowledge and Innovation Exchange
Significant progress is needed to improve education quality in developing countries.
Author(s): Alice Albright, Jean Lebel
Publications and resources
Through books, articles, research publications, and studies, we aim to widen the impact of our investment and advance development research.
Assisting post-earthquake rehabilitation in Nepal
Safer public spaces for women and girls
Regional office
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