Harvard University has chosen Professor Sathyabhama Das Biju, a renowned biologist and esteemed faculty member at Delhi University, as a recipient of the prestigious Radcliffe Fellowship. This fellowship is granted annually to 50 individuals who have demonstrated outstanding achievements in their respective fields. Affectionately known as the "Frogman of India," Biju has dedicated three decades to discovering and documenting over a hundred new species of amphibians across South Asia.

As a Radcliffe Fellow, Biju will concentrate on combating anonymous extinctions in India's amphibian hotspots by identifying and documenting species and pinpointing crucial biodiversity areas for conservation efforts. During his time at Harvard, Biju will collaborate with esteemed faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and students, gaining access to the remarkable specimen collections at the Museum of Comparative Zoology.

The Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at Harvard University stands as a global leader in interdisciplinary research and exploration. Biju's selection as a Radcliffe Fellow signifies his immense contributions to amphibian research and conservation, making him only the second Indian fellow in the Biological Sciences discipline to receive this distinguished recognition.

 Expressing his gratitude, Biju shared, "Being part of Harvard's Radcliffe community is a tremendous honor. I eagerly anticipate joining an exceptional cohort of Radcliffe Fellows and advancing my mission in such an intellectually vibrant and diverse setting."

Biju's groundbreaking work holds profound significance in identifying critical conservation areas for India's amphibians, acting as vital indicators of ecosystem health. His discoveries will play a pivotal role in preserving them for generations to come.