Dr. Nikhil Modak is an accomplished herpetologist, bioacoustician, and conservation scientist with extensive expertise in amphibian ecology, molecular phylogenetics, and acoustic communication.

Dr. Modak currently serves as Assistant Professor (Research) at the Henryk Hoyer Department of Comparative Anatomy, Jagiellonian University. His career includes significant contributions as Project Scientist at the Wildlife Institute of India, where he led herpetofaunal surveys, acoustic monitoring, and citizen science initiatives. His pioneering research on the molecular phylogeny and ecology of the endemic leaping frogs (Ranixalidae) of the Western Ghats has greatly advanced the understanding of amphibian diversity and conservation priorities in India. He has 13 peer-reviewed publications and multiple international research grants under his name. . The Participants will benefit from his rich experience in both field-based and laboratory-based amphibian research, gaining insights about practical skills essential for scientific study, conservation, and ecological monitoring

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His Key Achievements:

• Chief Editor Ph.D. on ecology and molecular phylogeny of Ranixalidae frogs from the Northern Western Ghats.

• Recipient of prestigious grants including DST-INSPIRE Fellowship, NSC OPUS Grant, and Wildlife Acoustics Product Grant.

• Author of 13 peer-reviewed scientific publications in reputed journals.

• International research experience in Poland, India, and Europe.

• Invited expert for IUCN Red List Assessment of Indian amphibians.