One Health and Climate Smart Research Center

About the Center

The One Health Research Centre at the International Institute of Applied Science and Technology (IIAST) is dedicated to advancing integrated approaches to human, animal, and environmental health. Recognizing that the health of people, livestock, wildlife, and ecosystems are interconnected, the Centre fosters collaborative research, training, and policy translation to address pressing global challenges.

Vision

To be a leading hub for One Health research and innovation in South Asia, bridging science, policy, and practice to improve public health, food safety, and environmental sustainability.

    Mission

    Promote interdisciplinary research on zoonotic diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and emerging health threats.

    Strengthen capacity in molecular diagnostics, epidemiology, and sustainable farm management.

    Translate scientific evidence into actionable policies for national and regional stakeholders.

    Build international collaborations to tackle global health challenges through the One Health lens.

        Research Scopes

          1. Zoonotic Diseases: Surveillance and risk assessment of pathogens transmitted between animals and humans.

          2. Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR): Monitoring antimicrobial use in livestock and evaluating resistance patterns.

          3. Food Safety & Public Health: Ensuring safe food systems through evidence-based interventions.

          4. Climate-Smart Agriculture: Developing sustainable livestock production systems that reduce emissions and improve resilience.

          5. Gut Microbiota & Immunology: Exploring host–microbe interactions in native poultry breeds for disease resistance.

          6. Policy & Outreach: Bridging scientific findings with policymakers, farmers, and communities

          Activities

          Field-based epidemiological studies and laboratory diagnostics.

          Collaborative projects with universities, research institutes, and government agencies.

          Training workshops for students, veterinarians, and public health professionals.

          Publication of research findings in peer-reviewed journals.

          Hosting seminars, conferences, and stakeholder dialogues.

          Partnerships & Collaboration

          The Centre actively seeks partnerships with national and international organizations, universities, and research networks to strengthen One Health initiatives.

          Contact Us

          For collaboration, training opportunities, or more information:

          📧 iiast.info@gmail.com

          📞 +880-1750266706

          🏢 International Institute of Applied Science and Technology (IIAST), Rangpur, Bangladesh