Sharmila Vaidyanathan

For @mongabayindia, I examine gender-responsive agricultural policies and practices that help reduce climate impacts. Do these “win-win” solutions work in the field? Experts weigh in. @IFPRI @homgartaula1 @irri @prapti_barooah @MuznaAlvi @CIMMYT @pixley_k india.mongabay.com/2026/01/centri…

I visited plant biologist, Dr P.V.Shivaprasad, winner of the Tata Transformation Prize 2025, at his lab in the @NCBS_Bangalore. His research uses small RNA modification and epigenetic regulation to develop 'climate-smart' rice. Learn more. @MongabayIndia india.mongabay.com/2026/01/p-v-sh…

My latest article for @MongabayIndia examines the findings of a research study published earlier this year that dives into the complexities of farmer cropping decisions. Please read the full story to know more. @AshwiniChhatre @shrinibadiger india.mongabay.com/2025/12/divers…

My articles examine #mahua's role in the ecosystem, how indigenous communities interact with the tree, and how climate change is reshaping these relationships. Please subscribe to #MahuaMatters on #Substack to learn more. @mahuamatters" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">substack.com/@mahuamatters

For the past few months, I have been working with Shivani Unakar, @EdibleIssues & Team #WildHarvestIndia to bring #mahua-centric narratives to the fore. #MahuaMatters project has been an incredible learning experience for me, giving me the opportunity to unearth its many facets.

You can be part of the conversation too—submit your proposal and join us at SJAI Conference 2025. Link is in our Bio! sjai.in/call-for-propo…

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For @MongabayIndia, I wrote about a new global dataset by @WorldResources, @GoogleDeepMind & @TSC_news mapping reasons for forest loss at 1km resolution. In India, experts say satellite data must be paired with field studies for deeper insights. 🌳 #Deforestation #Conservation

For India, satellite-based mapping tools must be used along with additional field observations and biophysical data for a comprehensive understanding of deforestation drivers. Story by @YellowTurmeric. india.mongabay.com/2025/08/satell…

India's daily solid waste output exceeds 170,000 metric tons. A significant amount of urban waste ends up in landfills. But startups like @recircle_in @WeVOISLabs @TrashConLabs and #Skrap are making a difference. My latest article for @nikkeiasia. asia.nikkei.com/Business/Techn…

The Indian tech startups tackling the country's mountains of waste s.nikkei.com/4f6MaXV

Dr. Sulochana Gadgil, who has just passed away, was one of India's finest climate scientists. Her research over almost five decades greatly enhanced our understanding of the Indian monsoon. After her doctoral work at Harvard and post-doctoral work at MIT, she returned to the Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru, in 1973 where she was to play a key role in establishing its Centre for Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences. Her life was devoted to advancing academic scholarship. At the same time, she was also a field scientist who investigated the practical relevance of her work, especially on farming systems in rain-fed areas. Her ability to communicate scientific research to the larger public was remarkable. She was an outstanding personality in her own right. Even so it would not be out of place to mention that she and her husband - India's famed ecologist Madhav Gadgil - made a formidable duo who both individually and jointly mentored, guided, and inspired many. She wrote prolifically. A short piece of hers captures her life beautifully.

@CE_Leonard @CHART_TSB @IntDiabetesFed @OffCMCVellore Existing research shows that climate change can further complicate the pathophysiology of diabetes and its management in patients. However, significant gaps exist in our understanding of these interconnections, reports @YellowTurmeric. 2/2

The challenges of a diabetic living under the shadow of climate change: Unable to walk outside because of rain (or heat), can't afford increasingly pricey fruits and veggies. + comorbidities. @CE_Leonard @CHART_TSB @IntDiabetesFed @OffCMCVellore 1/2 india.mongabay.com/2025/07/overlo…

India’s food surplus is a huge opportunity waiting to be tapped! Join #FoodForward2025 Session 2 to explore how donation networks, composting, and upcycling create social & business value from food waste. 🗓️17 July | 🕓4–5 PM IST 🔗 Register: shorturl.at/oEQ1V

Globally, several studies have examined the links between climate change and diabetes. In India, however, the data is lacking. My latest for @MongabayIndia looks at why this is concerning. india.mongabay.com/2025/07/overlo…

My latest for @TheHinduScience is about the key findings of the recent #Lancet Commission on adolescent health and wellbeing. The report calls for urgent focus in this area and warns that the wellbeing of adolescents worldwide has reached a tipping point. thehindu.com/sci-tech/energ…

Adolescent health needs renewed focus in the time of climate change: report ✍️@yellowturmeric thehindu.com/sci-tech/energ…

Adolescent health needs renewed focus in the time of climate change: report - @YellowTurmeric ✍️ thehindu.com/sci-tech/energ…

Several studies across India have established the presence of microplastics in sea salt. Depending on the study, the number of microplastics found in a kilogram of sea salt varied between 35 and 575 particles. ✒️ @YellowTurmeric [Published in 2023] india.mongabay.com/2023/04/varyin…