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My name is Rajib Rahman and currently I am a PhD candidate in the Department of Resource Economics  at the University  of Massachusetts Amherst. I specialize  in the fields of industrial organization, applied econometrics, applied economics and health economics. 

My research interest mainly lies in the  intersection of industrial  organization, marketing  and health economics, with a particular  emphasis on the dynamics of retail markets. I use big data from retail market to explore the dynamics and complex interplay between sales, advertising strategies, front-of-package nutrition  labelling, and various national health, food and nutritional policies. By examining these critical aspects, I aim to shed light on the dynamics that shape consumer choices and industry practices among retailers and manufacturers. 

I hold a M.Sc. in Mathematics from Western Illinois University, where I developed a strong quantitative foundation and Bachelor degree in Economics from the esteemed University of Dhaka, which provided me with a comprehensive understanding of economic principles and theories.