Abdul Shaban

Background

About Abdul Shaban

As an accomplished academic and leader with over two decades of experience at the Tata Institute of Social Sciences, my career is marked by a fusion of robust teaching, innovative research, and dynamic administrative roles. My expertise lies in spatial econometrics, urban and regional development, and educational leadership, particularly in development studies. I am skilled in applying advanced technical tools like STATA, SPSS, MATLAB, ArcGIS, QGIS, and Python for nuanced geographic analysis and research. My journey includes extensive involvement in guiding students at various academic levels, from Bachelors to PhDs, and my commitment to enhancing student experiences and outcomes is evident in my efforts to secure internships and placements. My research acumen is showcased through contributions to high-impact projects funded by prestigious bodies such as the European Research Council and the British Academy. I have also enriched the academic landscape with insights from my visiting fellowships across the globe, including the UK, France, Germany, and the Netherlands. As an administrator, my role as Chairperson at the Centre for Public Policy and the School of Development Studies at TISS highlights my capability to steer departments towards excellence. My tenure has been marked by establishing key international collaborations, enhancing program curriculums, and nurturing a global perspective among students and faculty. I am passionate about exploring the intersections of digitalisation, urbanisation, and economic growth and how they shape our urban peripheries. My extensive publication record in esteemed journals and books underscores my commitment to advancing knowledge in these domains. I thrive in environments that challenge me to blend academic rigour with practical insights, aiming to contribute meaningfully to the academic and social landscape.