Vulnerability, Exposure, Impact, and Risk Assessment

Appliesg both traditional and innovative scientific methods to assess hhow populations, systems, and assets are exposed to hazards and affected by them. Combines established risk analysis frameworks with advanced tools such as geospatial modeling and impact forecasting to identify vulnerabilities, quantify impacts, and isupport risk-informed decisionmaking.

Impact-based Forecasting and Advisory Services for Anticipatory Action

Develops and delivers actionable early warning and advisory products that translate hazard forecasts into potential impacts, enabling timely anticipatory action and preparedness interventions. 

Geospatial and Earth Observation Technology

Applies remote sensing, satellite imagery, and geospatial analytics to monitor hazards, assess risk dynamics, and inform disaster and climate resilience planning. 

Complex Humanitarian Crises: Disaster - Fragility, Conflict and Violence (FCV) Nexus

Explores the intersections between disasters and fragile or conflict-affected settings to improve risk governance and resilience strategies in highly vulnerable contexts. 

Community Resilience and Environmental Justice

Promotes inclusive approaches that strengthen the resilience of marginalized communities while addressing systemic inequalities in environmental risk and resource access.

Environmental and Climate Health

Assesses the health impacts of climate and environmental change, with a focus on heat stress, air quality, vector-borne diseases, and climate-sensitive public health systems.