Academic Institutions

University & Research Partners

Academic & Research Collaborations

Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology

Deemed University — OMR, Chennai. Biodiversity research at Pulicat Lake — 120+ species identified in the wetland ecosystem through collaborative field surveys and academic programs.

SRM University

Deemed University — Kattankulathur, Chennai. World Mangrove Day 2025 event organised jointly with MFI, NCCR and Tamil Nadu Forest Department. CBEMR field research at Kovalam, ECR.

C. Abdul Hakeem College

Melvisharam, Vellore, Tamil Nadu. Biodiversity field studies and mangrove planting programs at Pulicat Lake — students actively participate in restoration activities.

Dr. MGR Fisheries College and Research Institute

Ponneri, Chennai. Marine and coastal fisheries research collaboration at Pulicat Lake — studying fishery ecology, sustainable harvesting, and coastal community livelihoods.

Anna University — Ocean Research Department

Chennai. Environmental science and coastal engineering research partnerships — field data collection, collaborative academic publications, and biodiversity monitoring at Pulicat.

Thaseem Beevi Abdul Kadhar College for Women

Keelakurai, Ramannad District, Tamil Nadu. Women's education and environmental awareness collaboration — MFI presents biodiversity and mangrove conservation programs.

SITE Women College

Chennai. Environmental science programs and student field visits — MFI presents mangrove conservation awareness, biodiversity education, and coastal ecology sessions.

Crescent University

Vandalur, Chennai. Large-scale student field visits to MFI's mangrove restoration sites at Pulicat Lake — biodiversity walks, mangrove planting, and conservation education.

International Researchers — USA & Global

Supporting and guiding wetland conservation initiatives that integrate livelihoods and climate change mitigation and adaptation for national and international researchers, educators, journalists, writers, and volunteers.