As Project Director, I led the development of the ASEAN-CGIAR Innovate for Food Program. This major new program is based on the idea that innovation at scale is needed to transform food systems in ASEAN countries

Recent Projects

ASEAN-CGIAR Innovate for Food Program

IRRI South Asia Regional Centre

As Project Director, I led the establishment of the IRRI South Asia Regional Centre. This state-of-the-art research facility is the centerpiece of IRRI's activity in South Asia and was opened by Prime Minister Modi in 2018.

UK Research Councils-India Research Partnership

As Director of RCUK-India, I led the development of a new strategy for UK collaborative research engagement with India around the Grand Societal Challenges with a focus on impact