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Dr. Prince Prakash Jeba Kumar J. is an accomplished marine scientist and coastal ecological engineering specialist with nearly three decades of experience in marine biodiversity conservation, coastal erosion management, estuarine restoration and nature-based solutions.

Formerly a Scientist at India’s National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), he has contributed to major research initiatives involving coastal inlet restoration, sediment dynamics, artificial reefs, mangrove-based shoreline protection and marine environmental impact assessments.

His research includes innovative approaches to stabilising eroding shorelines, restoring river–sea connectivity and integrating ecological engineering with conventional coastal protection infrastructure. He has contributed to more than 75 coastal environmental consultancy assignments and has received several recognitions for his contributions to marine ecological research.

At the webinar, Dr. Prince will share scientific perspectives on nature-based coastal defences, shoreline stabilisation, estuarine restoration and innovative ecological approaches to mitigating storm surge and coastal erosion.

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P. Ranjan Mishra is an environmental and sustainability leader with over 24 years of international experience in environmental engineering, climate resilience, ecosystem management and sustainable infrastructure across the Middle East and other international markets.

As Chief Executive Officer of Sustainable Technology Solutions (STS), he leads initiatives integrating nature-based solutions, environmental impact assessment, resource management and climate adaptation into practical, commercially viable projects.

His professional background includes senior environmental and sustainability leadership roles with NEOM and Saipem, supporting major infrastructure, coastal and offshore developments. His work encompasses mangrove conservation, environmental risk assessment, ecosystem restoration and sustainable development strategies.

An active researcher and speaker, he has published on the role of mangroves in the UAE’s sustainability transition and presented research on nature-based solutions for climate neutrality.

At the webinar, Ranjan will focus on translating coastal and streamside restoration science into implementable climate-resilience solutions, exploring integrated green–grey infrastructure, stormwater management, ecosystem protection and the practical challenges of scaling nature-based interventions.