Dr Bhaskar Deb Bhattacharya is an ecologist with over 16 years of research experience in biodiversity, ecotoxicology, and climate change impacts. He currently serves as Senior Research Officer at the Progyan Foundation for Research and Innovation (PFRI), India. With more than 30 international publications and experience in major national and international projects, he is recognized for his expertise in climate change impact assessment and adaptation, comprehensive pollution and waste management, biodiversity assessment, natural resource management, integrated coastal zone management, and ecosystem restoration.