Student Talk Series: Episode 01 - Exploring Behavioral Biology
One of our students, Prithwiraj Debnath (BS MS 2021), gave a talk on behavioral biology.
The talk started with a brief introduction to behavioral biology, followed by an explanation of sub-disciplines in the subject. Our speaker also talked about his experience as an intern at IISER Kolkata and IISC Bangalore.
Q and A session
The event concluded with an engaging Q and A, where our speaker enthusiastically answered all the audience's doubts, making the event successful.
conducted at IISER Berhampur on 23rd of August, 2024
Event Overview
The Student Talk Series is a newly launched initiative by Oasis that showcases the diverse talents and expertise of students at IISER Berhampur. Aimed at fostering a collaborative environment for learning and discussion, this series offers a dynamic platform for students to share their knowledge, insights, and experiences across various scientific and interdisciplinary domains. Each episode is designed to promote knowledge-sharing and encourage intellectual curiosity within the student community.
Behavioral Biology with Prithwiraj Debnath
The inaugural episode featured Prithwiraj Debnath, a BS-MS student from the 2021 cohort, who introduced the audience to the intriguing field of behavioral biology. His talk began with an overview of behavioral biology as a discipline, encompassing how animals, including humans, interact with their environments and respond to stimuli. Prithwiraj then delved into the major sub-disciplines within behavioral biology, covering ethology, neurobiology, and evolutionary aspects of behavior. By linking these concepts to everyday examples, he made the subject approachable and engaging, demonstrating the relevance of behavioral studies to both ecological and human-centered research.
Internship Insights and Practical Experience
In addition to discussing the theoretical aspects of behavioral biology, Prithwiraj shared his hands-on experiences from internships at IISER Kolkata and IISc Bangalore. At these prestigious institutions, he worked alongside experts in behavioral sciences, gaining valuable skills in data collection, analysis, and field observation techniques. He spoke about the importance of understanding animal behavior in natural settings and the scientific methods used to study it, inspiring fellow students to consider similar internships and research opportunities to broaden their own academic journeys.
The talk concluded with a lively Q&A session, during which Prithwiraj addressed a variety of questions from the audience. His thorough and enthusiastic responses highlighted his expertise and passion for the subject, leaving participants with a deeper appreciation for behavioral biology. The session received highly positive feedback, with attendees expressing keen interest in future episodes of the Student Talk Series. This successful inaugural event set a promising tone for upcoming talks, reinforcing the Oasis clubs commitment to fostering a vibrant academic community at IISER Berhampur.
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Coordinated by - ronil, ananya
Present members were - Gunika, anshuman, om prakash, shibashish, sourajit
Event Written by - Gunika