Welcome to The Global Institute for Interdisciplinary Studies (GIIS)
The Global Institute for Interdisciplinary Studies (GIIS) is an independent, not-for-profit research institute based in Kathmandu, Nepal. GIIS promotes and conducts interdisciplinary research to generate credible, salient and legitimate knowledge that catalyzes a transformative change in the developmental policies and practices in Nepal and elsewhere.
Through deep engagement with decision-makers and multiple stakeholders, GIIS aims to shape a developmental agenda that is socially just, environmentally sustainable, and economically viable. Our interdisciplinary team has a strong track record of extensive research in Climate change and Land use change, Natural resources and the Environment, Geohazards and Disasters, Society and Migration, Global Health and Nutrition, Gender and Equality and AI and Emerging Technologies for a Sustainable Future.
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Infection prevention measures in hospitals of Nepal - Research of GIIS
Amidst COVID-19 crisis, two GIIS researchers Dr. Suraj Bhattarai and...
GIIS started a webinar series pertinent to covid-19
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Plant Invasions in Asia
Jun 08, 2022Asia, occupying nearly 30% of the earth’s terrestrial surface, is...
View PDF Download PDFA Checklist of the Orchidaceae of India
Jun 08, 2022An in-depth look at India’s 1,200 species of orchids.
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Severe conservation risks of roads on apex predators
Jun 08, 2022The global expansion of road networks threatens apex predator conservation...
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