My research is motivated by innate curiosity about the natural world and also a keen interest in answering questions that can inform conservation and management efforts. I have strong interests in coral reef ecology, reef fish communities, and community dynamics of the marine ecosystem. For the past few years have worked (alongside colleagues) on a range of basic and applied studies in marine systems. The majority of my research is focused in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, but I have also worked in other regions in India which include Lakshadweep, Maharashtra, Gujrat, Gulf of Manar, and Gulf of Kutch. Currently, I am focusing on (1) documenting patterns and processes of the reef ecosystem and (2) describing on-going shifts in reef ecosystems caused due to the impact of humans and climate change.
Theme of research
Coral reefs and fish Community ecology and conservation
Species research and conservation
Socio-ecological resilience of marine systems
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