Adrian Bucher

Adrian joined UKCDR in July 2017 and is presently the Senior Data Analyst leading the secretariat’s work on data mapping, analysis, and foresight. This is primarily done by analysing research investments to maximise the coherence of funding activity (such as in COVID-19). Adrian also leads UKCDR’s work on climate change and disaster risk resilience.

Previously, Adrian worked on research projects to develop models to finance the higher education of women and adolescent girls in Thailand and Cambodia, and to promote the rights of women and girls in Guatemala. Adrian has also managed a variety of sustainable development projects across Bangladesh, Indonesia, and Nepal, while also managing the Dhaka field office from afar. Adrian holds a BSc in Economics from the University of Essex, and an MSc in Development Management from the London School of Economics.