About Me.
I am a postdoctoral researcher at the National University of Malaysia, focusing on human–elephant conflict management and wildlife–plastic interactions. I am deeply passionate about conservation social science, with a particular emphasis on the interactions, challenges, and conservation efforts associated with terrestrial mammals. My work explores the complex relationships between human societies and wildlife, striving to foster coexistence that benefits both wildlife and communities.
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Alongside my passion for conservation social science, I am deeply committed to addressing the pressing issue of plastic pollution. Recognizing its threat to all life on Earth, I am dedicated to tackling plastic waste in protected areas and beyond.
My work lies at the intersection of wildlife conservation and plastic waste management, striving to create a safe place for all. Through this approach, I aim to contribute to the principles of One Health, fostering the well-being of humans, wildlife, and the environment.
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Experience
Aug 2025-Present
Postdoctoral Researcher
Center for Research in Development, Social and Environment (SEEDS)
Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
Selangor, Malaysia
2024-Aug 2025
Independent Researcher
2015-2017
Project Associate
National Center for Nanoscience and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Beijing, China
Education
2020-2024
National Dong Hwa University
Hualien, Taiwan
Ph.D. in Natural Resources and Environmental Studies
Thesis title: Operationalizing workable human-wildlife coexistence in Chitwan National Park, Nepal.
2017-2019
Nalanda University
Rajgir, India
M.Sc. in Ecology and Environment Studies
Thesis title: Unlocking the potential of ecotourism in Rajgir.
2015
Sathyabama University
Chennai, India
M.Tech in Nanotechnology
2012
Jeppiaar Engineering College
Chennai, India
B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering
Presentations
2024
SSWG Conservation Social Science Conference
Importance-performance analysis of human-wildlife conflict management strategies in Chitwan National Park, Nepal.
2022
Taiwan EPA and Global environmental education partnership Asia-Pacific Regional Centre, Taipei, Taiwan
Managing Human-wildlife Conflict: Global Challenges for Coexistence.
2020
Festival of Ecology, British Ecological Society, London. London, United Kingdom
Understanding local’s perspective of community capitals for effective human-wildlife conflict management in Mudumalai Tiger Reserve, India.
2020
Agricultural Economics Conference. Taipei, Taiwan
Integrating the perspectives of impact reduction program into a whale and dolphin sustainable tourism management.
Travel Grants
Awarded travel grant by the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC), Taiwan, to present at the 19th International Elephant Conservation and Research Symposium in Chiang Mai, Thailand, 2023.
Awarded British Ecological Society Training and Travel Grant by the British Ecological Society, 2020.
Community Service and Volunteer Activities
2024 - Present
Peer Reviewer
Biodiversity and Conservation, Social Sciences & Humanities Open, Humanities and Social Sciences Communications, Global Ecology and Conservation, Discover Sustainability, Discover Animals, Circular Economy and Sustainability, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS), Journal for Nature Conservation, Journal of Rural Studies, Scientific Reports, Perspectives in Ecology and Conservation, Frontiers in Environmental Science, People and Nature.
2021 – 2024
Leader and volunteer
DOMI Earth, Taiwan
I served as a team leader for Power to Change, a student-led movement in Taiwan aimed at helping corporations meet their corporate social responsibility commitments.
2021 – 2024
Volunteer
Greenpeace Taiwan
Advocated for sustainable consumption and lifestyle by actively participating in numerous river and beach clean-ups.
2020 – 2022
Co-leader, founder and volunteer
A World Project, Taiwan
I facilitated exchange programs between Taiwanese indigenous communities and local elementary and high schools, inviting international students to volunteer.
2020 – 2021
Volunteer
Office of International Affairs, National Dong Hwa University
I volunteered in the International Buddy Program organized by the Office of International Affairs at my university to welcome, support, and assist incoming international students.
2020 – 2021
Leader and volunteer
Graduate Student Society, National Dong Hwa University
I planned and organized various activities, including promoting a zero-waste lifestyle among students and hosted two Eco-film festivals to raise awareness among university students.
Memberships
Society for Conservation Biology, 2020-2026