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ELATHAND Academy

The education and capacity-building wing, building the next generation of conservation practitioners.

ELATHAND Academy

ELATHAND Academy equips students, researchers, conservation practitioners and early-career ecologists with the knowledge and practical experience needed to address contemporary environmental challenges.

Our courses are led and monitored by experienced academicians, researchers, conservation professionals and instructional designers who ensure that every programme is scientifically rigorous, learner-centred and aligned with current developments in ecology and conservation science. The curriculum combines theoretical foundations with field-based learning, hands-on training, case studies and project-based activities.

ELATHAND Academy promotes interdisciplinary learning by integrating ecological science with technology, community engagement, policy and sustainable development. Collaborations with universities, research institutions, government agencies and conservation organisations create opportunities for mentorship, networking and collaborative learning.

We believe that lasting conservation begins with education. By empowering learners with knowledge, practical skills and a strong conservation ethic, ELATHAND Academy nurtures the next generation of scientists, educators, environmental leaders and changemakers committed to protecting nature and building a sustainable future.

Certificate courses and internships

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Technical certificate courses

  • Maxent niche modelling
  • GIS and remote sensing
  • R statistics for ecologists
  • Molecular docking training
  • Land use and land cover analysis training
  • Statistical analysis using SPSS for biological studies

Certificate courses for biology students (UG & PG)

  • Introduction to Invasion Biology
  • An introduction to birding and documentation
  • An introduction to Conservation Biology
  • An introduction to Environmental Sociology

Internships (UG & PG)

  • Image annotation and Roboflow (online)
  • Plant Species Documentation & Digital Database Development (online)
  • Wetland conservation and restoration efforts

Programme areas

  • Biodiversity conservation
  • Restoration ecology
  • Invasion biology
  • Ecological research methods
  • Geospatial technologies
  • Citizen science
  • Environmental monitoring
  • Scientific communication
  • Emerging conservation technologies

Register your interest

Tell us which certificate course or internship interests you. Contact the Academy for programme schedules, eligibility and participation details.