I am an ecologist working in human-dominated landscapes, specializing in landscape ecology, remote sensing, and community modeling. 

Currently I am a PhD candidate at the Nicholas School of the Environment at Duke University, where my research investigates how hydrological changes from irrigation canals influence waterbird communities in community-managed wetlands. I combine field observations, species distribution modeling, and remote sensing techniques to understand seasonal patterns in waterbird diversity and wetland habitat dynamics. My work sheds light on the ecological impacts of managed water availability in semi-arid agricultural landscapes, informing conservation strategies for wetland-dependent bird species. 

I hold a Masters in Applied Ecology, and M.Sc in Information Systems and Biological Sciences. Prior to my time at Duke, I worked at the Wildlife Trust of India.