Dr Asha Juwarkar: A scientist who measures success by solutions, not numbers
Published on: Dec. 18, 2025, 5:30 a.m. | Source: The Hitavada
when stanford university listed dr asha juwarkar, chief scientist and head, eco-system division, csir-neeri, among the world’s top two per cent scientists, the recognition reflected depth rather than volume. working out of nagpur, dr juwarkar has spent decades shaping india’s approach to environmental biotechnology, focusing on restoring damaged ecosystems instead of merely documenting their decline. her inclination towards science took root early. curiosity defined her childhood, reinforced by a family ste
