An evolutionary biologist by training, my interest lies in understanding how sexual selection shapes morphology, behaviour and diversity of species in nature. My research has utilized lizards as a model system to understand sex differences in repeatability of anti-predator behaviors and how  pre- and post-copulatory fitness components interact to shape male reproductive success. Learn more about my research

 

I believe that education can be transformative for individuals. However, such spaces need to be carefully cultivated and fostered through promoting teaching excellence, continuous reflection and the adoption of evidence-based teaching practices. Thus, after my PhD, I worked as the equitable assessment specialist at the Center for Teaching & Learning in the University of Colorado, Boulder. In this role, I supported faculty across all ranks to design and implement equitable and innovative learning assessments that can support student learning and growth. I conducted over 50 workshops, one-on-one consultations and long-term programming to support faculty in incorporating teaching practices following a variety of pedagogical frameworks focussed on universal design for learning (UDL), ADDIE, equity-minded teaching, trauma-informed pedagogy and inclusive assessment design. Learn more about the courses I have taught on my teaching page.

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I hope to do similar work in India, scaling good pedagogical practices from schools to colleges through supporting teacher training, curriculum development and research in science education. I am currently freelancing and open to any work opportunities that combine my dual interests in Biology and Teaching.  ​