Dr. Bernard Njindan Iyke is a Lecturer in Finance at La Trobe University, specializing in climate and energy finance, corporate risk management, and international economics/finance. He holds an ORCID identifier (0000-0002-9217-1856) and has extensive experience as a consultant for central banks and international organizations. His recent research includes leading the Australian Government-funded 'Quantum Enhanced Optimisation for Energy Efficient Data Centres' project. He actively supervises postgraduate research students focusing on Sustainable Development Goals 13 (Climate Action) and 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy). Dr. Iyke's research interests span climate finance, energy security, geopolitical risk analysis, and macroeconomic policy interactions. His work frequently explores emerging markets, particularly in Asia and Africa, with notable contributions on financial stability, currency dynamics, and pandemic economic impacts. He has presented at institutions like the University of Oxford and the Asian Development Bank Institute. His recent publications analyze topics such as financial cycle synchronization in emerging economies, energy investment under climate risks, and the interplay between monetary policy and asset prices in ASEAN countries. While no explicit awards are listed, his high citation counts (e.g., over 90 citations for his 2024 energy security paper) reflect significant academic impact. He teaches courses on commercial lending and bank strategy, integrating real-world financial technology and regulatory challenges. Dr. Iyke has secured government grants totaling millions AUD, notably the 2024 Quantum Optimisation project. He advises on policy matters related to energy transition and financial resilience, maintaining active collaboration with central banks and multilateral institutions. His research agenda emphasizes bridging theoretical economics with practical policy solutions for sustainable development.






