Geetha Thimmegowda

TIGS focuses on using advanced surveillance strategies, genetics and genomics to address challenges in human health and agriculture using one health approach

• Established and curated strategic partnership with diverse stake holders and government which resulted in 2 national policy documents with PSA office
• Led and developed methane emission reduction strategies using biological control methods
• Innovated new Nature-Inspired Precision Pest Control methods to reduce carbon footprint.
• Engaged in continuous process improvement efforts that led to more efficient workflows saving both time and resources
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategic initiatives aligned with organizational objectives
• Spearheaded development of strategic plans, ensuring alignment between short-term tactics and long-term goals
• Provided actionable insights based on data-driven analysis, enabling informed decision-making across all levels of organization
• Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and development while reinforcing positive work environment

The Air Pollution Exposure Laboratory focuses on addressing environmental pollution through research, data, and solutions

• Led collaborative effort with Vancouver General Hospital, resulting in establishment of Air Quality Index (AQI) for insects through controlled diesel exhaust experiments.

NCBS is a leading research institute that focuses on frontier areas of biology, including research in cell biology, genetics, and biophysics

• Led team of researchers and development tools and methods for field-based quantitative analysis of sub- lethal effects of air pollution on pollinators
• Collaborated with diverse expertise, oversaw project planning, training, and ensured timely, within-budget deliverables with evaluated outcomes
• Published 3 peer-reviewed papers and 89 popular articles, with micrographs featured on covers of PNAS (2020) and Royal Society (2017), and a documentary film 'Colonies in Conflict' released in May 2022.

NBAIR is dedicated to research and management of agricultural insect resources, contributing to sustainable farming practices in India

• Led intellectual property projects focused on commercializing over 15 agricultural technologies, promoting sustainable practices and reducing carbon footprints through stakeholder collaboration and innovative business strategies.

IIHR pioneers sustainable horticultural advancements in India, focusing on enhancing crop productivity while minimizing environmental impact

• Directed research into eco-friendly methods for managing mango insect pests, enhancing fruit quality and contributing to carbon footprint reduction in agriculture. This initiative resulted in 8 peer-reviewed papers.
• Managed interdisciplinary teams to maximize collaboration and ensure timely completion of research projects
• Secured grant funding by preparing compelling proposals, leading to increased financial support for research initiatives
• Developed innovative research strategies for improved data collection and analysis, resulting in higher quality findings
• Contributed expertise in statistical analysis software packages, enabling more efficient processing of large datasets for accurate results interpretation