Dr. Anupma

She is a Doctorate in Biochemistry from HIndustan Lever Research Centre in collaboration with BYL Nair Hospital, NCCS and Mumbai University., I am a Passionate and experienced educator, Foldscope mentor, and teacher trainer with a proven track record of inspiring and empowering individuals to reach their full potential in the field of education. Highly skilled in implementing innovative teaching techniques and technologies, including the Foldscope, to enhance learning experiences. Dedicated to providing high-quality professional development opportunities for educators to improve their teaching practices and student outcomes. I am presently engaged as a Foldscope Mentor at Ashoka University and as a Foldscope International Fellow I travel pan India knitting local communities towards sustainable development practices. I have to my credit 28 undergraduate research projects of which 11 have received funding from UGC, Ministry of Science & Technology and Private sponsors.

My expertise includes:
✨ Capacity building, Science communication and public engagement with stakeholders
✨ Managing Self: Develop self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and personal effectiveness for professional excellence.
✨ Managing Teams: Master leadership and collaboration skills for effective team management.
✨ Problem Solving: Enhance analytical and critical thinking skills
✨ Customizing training programs to meet the unique needs of each group or organization.

With 23 years of experience, as an Educator I’ve had the privilege of working with students and young professionals, teachers, school leaders helping them navigate the professional arena. As a Life skills and Capacity Building Trainer I have conducted more than 500 sessions on How to read Scientific Literature, Write Research papers, STEM workshops to name a few. I have written several coursework for MHRD for their BBA & MBA Programs in areas of WASH, Sanitation & Hygiene, Nutrition, and Waste Management. I have to my credit 18 gene sequence, publications, blog posts and research articles with my students and collaborators. I have had the fortune to work on several projects hosted by the Government of India Manav Human Atlas INitiative, Pune knowledge Cluster to name a few.