Shambhavi Naik

Shambhavi Naik is a Researcher and Chairperson of the Advanced Biology Programme at The Takshashila Institution, with expertise in biotechnology policy, biosecurity, and synthetic biology governance. She actively contributes to global policy frameworks as an External Affiliate of the Centre for Open Science and Epistemic Justice, and serves on the International Science Council's expert panel for the Bioweapons Convention.

• PhD in Cancer Biology (University of Leicester, UK)
• 3 years postdoctoral research (NCBS & InStem, Bangalore)
• Post Graduate Program in Public Policy (Takshashila Institution)

Her research focuses on balancing bioeconomy and biosecurity in synthetic biology, emphasizing:

• Agile policymaking for CRISPR-based heritable modifications
• Indo-Pacific biotechnology cooperation
• Tiered data-sharing frameworks
• Public engagement in genomic research
• Conservation science and ethical deployment of SynBio

Shambhavi's recent publications highlight synthetic biology's transformative potential across healthcare, agriculture, and environmental conservation, while addressing governance challenges in biodiversity protection, genetic ownership, and climate adaptation. She has contributed to policy analysis for Indian government agencies and parliamentary committees, with a focus on sustainable development goals during India's G20 presidency.