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Ravikanth’s research, spanning 25 years, has been dedicated to population genetics and the application of molecular tools within the context of tropical forests, conservation, and species recovery. He has published over 150 research papers and his areas of straddle across a diverse array of subjects including agrobiodiversity, population genetics, invasive species, niche modelling, and bioprospecting. The bulk of his empirical investigations have concentrated on the examination of local patterns of spatial genetic structure and gene flow across various economically important species. A central theme in his research has revolved around advancing the conservation and sustainable utilization of Forest Genetic Resources. In recent years, Ravikanth has expanded the scope of his research to include the assessment of ecosystem services and the promotion of biodiversity in agriculture.
Natural History and Basic Ecology (3+0)
Along with Seshadri and Aravind N. A, I coordinate and teach this basic course in Natural History and Basic Ecology. This course is designed primarily for students with no prior training in natural history and ecology. It serves as an introductory, full-semester core course that covers basic natural history and ecological principles. This 3-credit course focuses on the observation, documentation, and study of organisms and their interactions with their environment in natural settings. Students will also learn fundamental ecological concepts at the population, community, and ecosystem levels, including the relationship between organisms and their environment, interactions among organisms, patterns in species and community distribution, and the processes underlying ecosystem functioning. The course incorporates case studies to illustrate the application of ecological concepts to conservation practices.
I also teach a few classes in other courses such as Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services and Human-Wildlife Interactions
