Welcome to the Centre for Disaster Risk Reduction (CDRR) at the IUST, with a vision to undertake quality research on disasters, strive relentlessly through proactive measures, and innovative solutions towards minimizing the risk of disasters on lives, livelihoods, and ecosystems. Currently, we are running an interdisciplinary Ph.D. program, offering unparalleled opportunities for aspiring scholars to delve into cutting-edge disaster related research involving multi-hazard approach. In this center, our mission is to cultivate a cutting-edge research environment using interdisciplinary approaches, promote awareness, enhance training and capacity building services within the communities to proactively reduce the risk of disasters. As we embark on this journey, we invite you to join us in our pursuit of excellence. Let us unite together in building a safer and more resilient present for us, and future for generations to come.