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Explore a 45-minute lecture by Dr. Uma Ramakrishnan, a molecular ecologist and conservation geneticist, who investigates genetic variation in tigers as a critical aspect of conservation beyond population numbers. Learn how India houses 75% of global tiger populations and discover how genomic data from wild tigers reveals insights about their ecology, connectivity, isolated populations, and inbreeding challenges. Consider whether protection alone is sufficient for tiger conservation or if evidence-based scientific approaches are necessary for their future survival. Dr. Ramakrishnan, a professor at NCBS since 2005 and fellow of multiple prestigious science academies, has pioneered methods for working with non-invasive wildlife samples and using genomic data for endangered species conservation. This Linnean Society presentation examines the intersection of human impact, biodiversity loss, and conservation success in India, where wildlife has been legally protected since 1972.
