Dr. Sangeeta M. Sonak
| Grant Category: | Fulbright-Nehru Environmental Leadership Program Fellow |
| Field of Specialization: | Environmental Policy, Regulations and Law |
| Name: | Dr. Sangeeta M. Sonak |
| Official Address and Designation: | Director Centre for Natural Resource Management (CNRM) Srujan A-G/26, Kamat Arcade Caranzalem, Goa, 403002 |
| Telephone (O): | 91-832-2431446 |
| E-mail: | sangeeta.sonak@gmail.com |
| Duration of Grant: | Three Months |
| Project Title: | Control of Invasive Species transported by Fouling on Ship Hulls |
| Abstract of Project : | |
| Invasive alien species (IAS) are argued to be the second-most important cause of biodiversity loss worldwide. I propose to develop a plan to control the introduction of IAS through ship fouling in the marine environment. During my Fulbright grant, I will develop a plan for the quantification of the degree of bio-fouling on a ship, which will act as a self regulation – policing strategy for the ship owners. I also plan to review international policies and create awareness regards IAS issues in the U.S. and thereafter, in India, upon my return. I plan to develop long term collaboration between Srujan and College of Natural Resources, Virginia Tech. through joint venture programs and research projects. | |
| Academic Background : | |||
| Ph.D | Microbiology | National Institute of Oceanography (NIO), Goa | 1999 |
| M.Sc. | Microbiology | Bombay University, Mumbai | 1987 |
| B.Sc. | Zoology | Bombay University, Mumbai | 1985 |
| Professional Background : | |||
| Director | CNRM, Srujan, Goa | 2008–till date | |
| Fellow | The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), Goa | 2002–2008 | |
| Research Associate | The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), Goa | 1999–2002 | |
| Fellow and Area Convener (In-Charge) Western Regional Centre | The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), Goa | 2004-2007 | |
