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Dr. Abbas Abdul is a Research Fellow in Transformative Innovation Policy at the Science Policy Research Unit (SPRU), University of Sussex Business School. His research focuses on low-carbon transitions, climate change policy, and energy systems, with a regional emphasis on Africa. He holds a PhD in Science and Technology Policy Studies from the University of Sussex, alongside advanced degrees in Environmental Resource Management and Energy Policy. Prior academic roles include Assistant Lecturer at Kwara State College of Education and non-academic experience as Assistant Chief Scientific Officer at NESREA.
Dr. Abdul’s research interests include industrial decarbonisation, transport electrification, and climate adaptation strategies. He co-founded the Africa Green Mini-Grid Community of Practice (AfGMG) and the African Partnership in Low Emission Development Strategies (AfLEDS). His work examines policy frameworks for sustainable development, particularly in transitioning to renewable energy systems.
His publications analyze global research funding trends, decarbonisation governance, and mobility innovations in African cities. He collaborates on the EU’s INNOPATHS project and the UK’s IDRIC initiative, focusing on low-carbon pathways and industrial cluster decarbonisation.
Teaching activities include modules on innovation systems and public management. His research contributes to bridging academic insights with policy implementation for climate resilience and equitable low-carbon transitions.