Rate My Professor Delwar Akbar

Akbar is recognized as a regional economist specializing in rural and regional economics, value chain analysis, property and health economics, economic impact assessment, and regional development. Since joining CQUniversity, he has led or contributed to 73 research and consultancy projects, securing over $11 million in funding, including four Category-1 grants. He has authored more than 140 refereed papers, book chapters, and project reports. Key publications include 'Urbanization-globalization-CO2 emissions nexus revisited: empirical evidence from South Africa' (Heliyon, 2019), 'Performance analysis of an integrated fixed bed gasifier model for different biomass feedstocks' (Energies, 2013), 'A proposal for engaging a stakeholder panel in planning post-mining land uses in Australia’s coal-rich tropical savannahs' (Land Use Policy, 2018), and 'A comprehensive review of the recent development and challenges of a solar-assisted biodigester system' (Science of The Total Environment, 2021). His work integrates economic models with supply chain, services, and planning frameworks, and develops collaborative business models to enhance rural economic dynamics and international trade. Awards include Highly Commended Paper at ANZRSAI Conferences (2019, 2015), Best Paper Award (2014), CQU Service Award (2018), and Dean's Commendation for outstanding PhD thesis (2005). He has held leadership roles in the Australia and New Zealand Regional Science Association International, serving as President (2021-2023), Vice-President (2019-2020), and Secretary (2015-2018).