Isaac Besarra

Isaac Besarra

 https://orcid.org/0009-0006-6724-786X

Personal profile

Personal profile

I am a PhD Candidate of Disaster Resilience and Humanitarian Assistance. I hold Bachelor of Civil Engineering (2021) and a Master of Philosophy in Humanitarian Engineering (2024), from the University of Sydney. My research explores how socio-technical decision-making can improve housing and settlement outcomes in post-disaster contexts, with a focus on supporting self-recovery and long-term resilience in vulnerable communities.

Education/Academic qualification

Master, Philosophy (Humanitarian Engineering), The University of Sydney

2022 → 2024

Bachelor, Civil Engineering, majoring in Humanitarian Engineering, The University of Sydney

2018 → 2021

Climate Expert Keywords

  • Engineering
  • Stakeholder Engagement, Citizen Science and Science Communication
  • Disasters

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  1. SDG 1 - No Poverty
    SDG 1 No Poverty
  2. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
  3. SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
    SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
  4. SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
    SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
  5. SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
    SDG 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
  6. SDG 17 - Partnerships for the Goals
    SDG 17 Partnerships for the Goals