With an Integrated B.Sc – M.Sc in Biological Sciences from Bangalore University, Sahana M brings a strong interdisciplinary foundation to environmental research, particularly in water and soil quality assessment. Her core interests include aquatic pollution dynamics, environmental microbiology, and the ecological impacts of microplastics in freshwater systems. She has hands-on experience in microplastic isolation from environmental samples, along with proficiency in key microbiological techniques used for ecological monitoring. Her technical expertise also extends to comprehensive water quality analysis, covering both physicochemical and microbiological parameters, strengthening her ability to evaluate environmental health.