Research & Dialogue
Advancing Islamic economic thought through rigorous research, scholarly collaboration, and intellectual dialogue on contemporary challenges.
Research Themes
Our research focuses on four key areas that address contemporary challenges in Islamic economics and finance
Islamic Economics
Fundamental principles and theoretical frameworks of Islamic economic systems
Islamic Finance & Banking
Practical applications and innovations in Islamic financial institutions
Public Policy & Islamic Thought
Integration of Islamic principles in governance and policy-making
Political Economy
Intersection of politics, economics, and Islamic governance
Current Projects
Ongoing research initiatives addressing contemporary challenges
Digital Islamic Finance: Blockchain and Cryptocurrency in Shariah Framework
OngoingExploring the compatibility of blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies with Islamic financial principles.
Sustainable Development Goals through Islamic Economic Lens
OngoingAnalyzing how Islamic economic principles can contribute to achieving UN SDGs.
Islamic Social Finance and Poverty Alleviation
PlanningComprehensive study on Zakat, Waqf, and other Islamic social finance mechanisms.
Working Papers
Latest research publications and working papers
Maqasid al-Shariah in Contemporary Economic Policy
By: Dr. Ahmad Al-Rashid, Prof. Omar Qureshi
This paper examines how the objectives of Islamic law can guide modern economic policy formulation...
Fintech Innovation in Islamic Banking: Opportunities and Challenges
By: Dr. Sarah Abdullah
An analysis of how financial technology is transforming Islamic banking and the regulatory challenges...
Circular Economy Model in Islamic Economic Framework
By: Dr. Hassan Mahmood, Dr. Zainab Ali
Exploring the alignment between circular economy principles and Islamic economic values...
Research Fellows
Distinguished scholars and researchers advancing Islamic economic thought
Dr. Ahmad Al-Rashid
Senior Research Fellow
Islamic Finance & Technology
Dr. Sarah Abdullah
Research Fellow
Sustainable Islamic Economics
Dr. Hassan Mahmood
Research Fellow
Islamic Social Finance
Dr. Zainab Ali
Junior Research Fellow
Islamic Economic History