Imran HossainImran Hossain is a dedicated academician and researcher with a profound commitment to sustainable development and environmental governance. Currently, Imran serves as a lecturer in Political Science at Varendra University, Bangladesh. Beyond his acadmic role, Imran has delved into extensive research on the SDGs, collaborating with both national and renowned international organizations. Imran's research portfolio is diverse and impactful, encompassing projects on various aspects of sustainable development, including environmental governance, waste management, climate change, water management, and sustainable cities. Notably, he is at the forefront of exploring the intersection between sustainable development and Industry 4.0 tools, aiming to utilize technology to achieve sustainable solutions. His research interests span sustainable governance, smart technology, sustainable waste management, and IoT-based solutions for environmental sustainability. Imran actively engages in scholarly discourse by participating in national and international conferences. As a testament to his expertise, he serves as a reviewer for various scientific journals indexed in Scopus. Imran has published a number of research articles and book chapters indexed in Scopus and other renowned databases. Imran's dedication to advancing knowledge extends to editorial roles, where he served as the editor of several scientific books published by Springer Nature, IGI Global International, CRC Press, Taylor and Francis Group. Beyond academia, Imran is a prolific writer and columnist for national dailies, where he shares insights and perspectives on sustainable development, environmental governance, and smart technology. Read More Read Less