I am a Field Researcher working at the intersection of ecology, Ecophysiology, biodiversity conservation, restoration science, and environmental monitoring. My work combines intensive field ecology with cutting-edge spatial analysis and data-driven approaches.
Recently, I contribute to ecological research involving plant-pollinator interactions, long-term ecological monitoring, vegetation dynamics, and climate resilience of tropical forest ecosystems.
- 🌳 Tropical Forest Ecology
- 🦋 Biodiversity Conservation
- 🌱 Ecological Restoration
- 🌼 Plant-Pollinator Networks
- 🌍 Climate Change Ecology
- 📊 Long-Term Ecological Monitoring (LTEM)
- 💨 Carbon Storage Assessment
- 🗺️ GIS & Remote Sensing Applications
- 🌾 Agroforestry Systems
- 📈 Environmental Data Analysis using R
- Young Professional II | Forestry College Ponnampet × ETH Zurich Collaboration
- Plant Pollinator Network Dynamics
- Tropical Forest Ecology
- Biodiversity Assessment
- Restoration Ecology
- Ecological Monitoring
- GIS
- Remote Sensing
- Spatial Ecology
- Advanced R Programming
- PhD in Ecology / Environmental Science / Ecophysiology
- Spatial Ecology Research
- Conservation Science
- Strong knowledge of South Indian flora across diverse ecosystems
- Experienced in identification of trees, shrubs, climbers, herbs, and grasses
- Familiar with species occurring in tropical dry deciduous forests, evergreen forests, scrublands, and agroforestry systems
- Skilled in field-based vegetation assessment, ecological monitoring, and biodiversity documentation
- Experienced in identification of common birds, insects, and other wildlife encountered during ecological surveys
When I am not in the field collecting ecological data or analyzing research findings, I enjoy spending time in activities that keep me connected to nature, people, and new experiences.
- 🌿 Exploring forests and natural landscapes
- ⛰️ Trekking through mountains and discovering new places
- 🍳 Cooking and experimenting with different recipes
- 🍲 Preparing meals for family and friends
- 📚 Learning about natural history, biodiversity, and ecological systems
- 🦜 Observing plants, birds, and wildlife during personal travels and field visits
I believe that curiosity, whether in research, cooking, or exploring a mountain trail, is one of the best ways to keep learning.
| Position | Organization | Focus Area |
|---|---|---|
| Young Professional II | Forestry College Ponnampet × ETH Zurich | Plant-Pollinator Networks |
| Researcher | Kuvempu University | Long-Term Ecological Monitoring |
| Field Officer | Treeties Network Pvt Ltd | Biodiversity Assessment & Restoration |
| Research Assistant | ATREE | Ecological Restoration Monitoring |
Arecanut Plantation Expansion & Carbon Storage Potential
Overview
Assessment of arecanut plantation expansion using Sentinel-2 imagery, land-use classification, and NDVI-based analysis to estimate landscape changes and carbon storage potential.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Tools | QGIS, Sentinel-2 |
| Analysis | LULC Classification |
| Spatial Metrics | NDVI |
| Study Area | Tarikiere Taluk |
| Outcome | Carbon Storage Assessment |
Repository: arecanut-carbon-storage-analysis
Plant-Pollinator Network Dynamics
Overview
Research investigating how local and landscape-level land-use factors influence plant-pollinator interactions within tropical coffee agroforestry systems.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Domain | Agroecology |
| Focus | Pollination Ecology |
| Collaboration | ETH Zurich |
| Scale | Landscape Ecology |
| Study System | Coffee Agroforestry |
Repository: plant-pollinator-network-dynamics
Long-Term Ecological Monitoring (LTEM)
Overview
Development and monitoring of permanent ecological plots including vegetation censuses, dendrometer measurements, species inventories, and ecosystem monitoring.
Repository: ltem-kuvempu-university
Photosynthetic Thermal Tolerance of Tropical Trees
Overview
Investigation of thermal tolerance mechanisms in tropical tree species to understand resilience under climate warming scenarios.
Repository: thermal-tolerance-tropical-trees
QGIS Ecology Workflows
Overview
Collection of practical GIS workflows for ecological applications including:
- Sentinel-2 Processing
- NDVI Mapping
- LULC Classification
- Change Detection
- Carbon Assessment
Repository: qgis-ecology-workflows
R for Ecology
Overview
Scripts and reproducible workflows for ecological data analysis.
Repository: r-for-ecology
Tiwari et al. (2026)
Decoupled phenology and PSII thermal plasticity in seasonally dry tropical forest trees.
- Journal: Plant, Cell & Environment
- Status: Under Review
Kuvempu University | CGPA: 7.49/10
University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru | CGPA: 6.92/10
- QGIS
- Remote Sensing
- Spatial Ecology
- Advanced R
- Arecanut Carbon Storage Analysis
- Ecological GIS Workflows
- Biodiversity Monitoring Datasets
- Climate Change Ecology
- Landscape Ecology
- Carbon Sequestration
- 🎓 PhD Opportunities
- 🤝 Research Collaborations
- 🌍 Conservation Projects
- 📊 Ecological Data Analysis
"Understanding ecosystems today to conserve landscapes for tomorrow."
🌿 Ecology • 🌍 Conservation • 🔬 Research • 🗺️ GIS • 📡 Remote Sensing