Dr. Gaurav Vashistha - Expert talk
The Early Career Croc Network hosted Dr. Gaurav Vashistha for an engaging Expert Talk session focused on his academic and professional journey as an early-career crocodilian researcher.
Gaurav shared his experiences navigating his academic career, including the various challenges, ups and downs, and lessons from his PhD journey. His story provided an honest and inspiring perspective on the realities of building a career in crocodilian research and conservation.
The session was particularly valuable for early-career researchers, offering insights into the different stages of an academic journey and the perseverance required to pursue a career in wildlife research and conservation.
Gaurav also shared his plans for his upcoming work on gharial conservation in Katarniaghat, offering an exciting glimpse into his future research and conservation efforts with the species.
Key themes:
- Early-career journeys in crocodilian research
- Academic and professional development
- Experiences and challenges during a PhD
- Research and conservation careers
- Gharial conservation
- Future research in Katarniaghat
- Lessons and inspiration for early-career researchers
September 23, 2022