Notably, he led a pioneering field experiment exploring self-awareness in penguins at the remote Svinner Islands in Antarctica. Working with multinational teams of scientists from leading institutions, his research also examines plastic pollution in polar ecosystems and the neural–behavioural dynamics of penguins, contributing valuable insights to both environmental science and animal cognition.
Core Expertise
With niche research areas gaining global importance, Dr Dastidar actively welcomes collaborations in research, innovation, and academic initiatives worldwide.
With over 30 years of leadership across government institutions and academia, Dr Dastidar has advanced Earth System Sciences, Antarctic research, and science policy at national and international levels. His work spans frontier research in Antarctica, science analytics, and evidence-based policy development, contributing to strategic decision-making in complex environmental and scientific domains.
