ResearchSenior LecturerSMSRC

Dr. Divya Karnad

Works on marine conservation and social science. Local Ecological Knowledge (LEK) and participatory action research

I am an interdisciplinary researcher who works on marine conservation and social science. My research involves studies of marine conservation, especially of sharks and rays, fisheries management in the Global South, the geography of seafood, seafood commons, Illegal, Unregulated and Unreported (IUU) fishing, Local Ecological Knowledge (LEK) and participatory action research. Beyond research, I also work on conservation outreach and education initiatives. I promote marine conservation through InSeason Fish, a sustainable seafood initiative that I co founded to connect local fishers, chefs, and consumers to promote seasonal, sustainable and shark-safe seafood supply chains.

Dr. Divya Karnad
“Healthy people and healthy livelihoods create healthy oceans”
Timeline

Career Milestones

2025

Senior Lecturer University of Exeter, Penryn, Ecology and Conservation, Penryn, United Kingdom.

2024

Associate Professor, Ashoka University, Environmental Studies, Sonipat, India.