Ep#31 Women in STEM with Rajani Panchang

In this episode of Being Gifted, we speak with Dr. Rajani Panchang — an oceanography & marine geologist, researcher and academician who chose an unconventional path and find out her challenges and how she persisted through them.

From a conservative childhood to spending over 200 days at sea, Dr. Rajani shares her remarkable journey through oceanography, micropalaeontology and climate research. She opens up about the role her parents played in nurturing her interests, the challenges of pursuing a niche field, and the stereotypes she had to overcome as a woman in science. We explore:

- How parents can support children with unique interests

- What it takes to build a meaningful career in STEM?

- The power of curiosity, persistence and purpose

- Life lessons for students who want to take the road less travelled

Dr. Rajani is currently an Assistant Professor at Savitribai Phule Pune University and a recipient of the prestigious Fulbright-Kalam Climate Fellowship. This episode is a powerful reminder that giftedness is not just about talent — but about having the courage to stay true to your calling.

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*Being Gifted podcast has been produced by Kalyani Vaidya and Himani Kanitkar from Partners in Upbringing LLP for KGERC.

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