Dr. Tung Phung Duc | Environmental Science | Excellence Award (Any Scientific field)
Dr. Tung Phung Duc, Mekong Development Research Institute, Vietnam
Dr. Tung Phung Duc, a distinguished researcher at the Mekong Development Research Institute in Vietnam, has been awarded the Excellence Award for his outstanding contributions to environmental science. His innovative research focuses on sustainable development in the Mekong Delta, addressing critical issues such as climate change, water management, and biodiversity conservation. Dr. Ducโs work has not only advanced scientific knowledge but also provided practical solutions for local communities. His dedication and achievements make him a true leader in the field, inspiring future generations of environmental scientists. ๐๐ฟ๐ฌ
PROFILE ๐
EDUCATION ๐
Dr. Tung Phung Duc earned his Ph.D. in Economics from Leibniz Universitat Hannover, Germany, in 2011, with his doctoral thesis focusing on “Vulnerability to Poverty in Rural Vietnam: Data Collection Issues, Coping Strategies, and Crisis Events” ๐. He holds an MSc in Economic Policy from Suffolk University, USA, obtained in 2002 ๐, and a BSc in Economics and Statistics from the National University of Economics, Vietnam, completed in 1996 ๐. Dr. Duc’s extensive academic background reflects his deep expertise in economic policies and statistical analysis ๐.
AREA OF INTERESTย ๐ฑ๐ฌ
๐ Dr. Tung Phung Duc, an expert in Development and Growth, Poverty and Welfare, Behavioral Economics, and Impact Evaluation, has a profound understanding of human behavior. With a solid academic foundation, he earned his BSc. in Economics and Statistics from the National University of Economics, Vietnam, in 1996. Dr. Duc’s research focuses on analyzing economic policies and their impacts on poverty alleviation and welfare improvement. His work aims to create sustainable solutions for economic development and better living standards. ๐๐โจ
PROFESSONAL EXPERIENCEโ๐ซ๐ญ
Dr. Tung Phung Duc brings a wealth of experience to his role as Director and Senior Research Fellow at the Mekong Development Research Institute (MDRI) since January 2013. Previously, he served as a Research Associate at the Institute of Development and Agricultural Economics, Leibniz Universitat Hannover, Germany, from October 2007 to October 2011. His career includes senior roles at Vietnam’s Ministry of Agricultural and Rural Development and the General Statistical Office, where he played key roles in projects supported by UNDP and SIDA. Dr. Duc’s expertise spans statistical analysis, agricultural policy, and development economics, contributing significantly to Vietnam’s socio-economic research landscape. ๐ฑ
PUBLICATION TOP NOTES ๐
Do Survey Spot-Check and Threat Improve Data Quality? Evidence from a Field Experiment
The impact of rural roads and irrigation on household welfare: evidence from Vietnam
Agricultural diversification and vulnerability to poverty: A comparison between Vietnam and Thailand