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Ronita Bardhan is a Professor of Sustainable Built Environment and Health at the University of Cambridge, where she leads the Cambridge Sustainable Design Group. With a background in Urban Engineering, she has held various significant roles, including Deputy Head of the Department of Architecture. Her research lies at the intersection of built environment, climate change, and public health, emphasizing precision prevention through data-driven strategies. Ronita's pioneering work focuses on gender-inclusive climate adaptation and the development of policies for the Global South. She is recognized globally, having been ranked in the top 2% of scientists in her field and named a Top 50 Women Engineering Finalist in the United Kingdom for 2024. Her research on social housing and slum rehabilitation across various countries aims to improve thermal comfort and air quality for residents. In addition, she has developed algorithms that identify the decarbonization potential of buildings in the UK using satellite data. Ronita's extensive advisory work has influenced policymakers regarding low carbon transitions and health, showcasing the critical role of built environment decisions in achieving sustainable outcomes. As an Honorary Professor at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, she also contributes to various international agencies, including the World Bank and ADB, focusing on affordable housing and climate-related health issues.
University of Cambridge • Cambridge, England
Leading the Cambridge Sustainable Design Group and conducting interdisciplinary research at the intersection of built environment, climate change, and public health.
Standard postgraduate requirements for Department of Politics and International Studies (POLIS) and related humanities departments.