Postdoctoral Researcher | TU Delft
I am a computational ecologist specializing in agent-based modeling and complex adaptive systems for wildlife conservation. My research focuses on developing spatially and temporally explicit models of tiger ecosystems to investigate policy and intervention impacts on conservation efforts. I apply complex systems theory and self-organizing principles to model emergent properties of ecological systems, combining participatory methods, field studies, and computational modeling to address real-world conservation challenges. I recently completed a research visit at the Leibniz Institute for Zoo and Wildlife Research in Berlin, collaborating with Dr. Stephanie Kramer-Schadt's group.
Developing spatially and temporally explicit agent-based models of tiger ecosystems (BaghSim) to investigate policy and intervention impacts on tiger conservation. Conducting semi-structured interviews with multiple stakeholders and field studies in Nepal, applying complex systems theory to model emergent properties of tiger habitats and investigating hydrological dynamics' impact on habitat suitability.
Developed novel self-adaptive topology control protocol based on value-sensitive design for disaster communication networks. Implemented and evaluated protocol in agent-based models, demonstrating how participatory fairness in emergency communication can support self-organization for survival. The SOS system won the Best Tech Idea of Netherlands 2021 (Second Prize) and received extensive media coverage.
Incorporated shared online 3D virtual worlds as educational aids for disaster preparedness. Developed game-based immersive learning environments to simulate various disaster scenarios, introducing innovative training methods for emergency response education. Published multiple scientific papers on virtual worlds for educational requirements.
Sustainable and Resilient Infrastructure, 7(6), 955-970, 2022
Scientific Reports, 11, 7209, 2021
Complex Adaptive System Modeling, 8, 7, 2020
COMPLEXIS, 103-107, 2020
Smart Computing Review, 5(4), 308-317, 2015
Spatially and temporally explicit agent-based model simulating Royal Bengal Tiger habitat ecology. The model investigates policy and intervention impacts on tiger conservation by modeling emergent properties of tiger ecosystems, including prey dynamics, water availability, and human-wildlife interactions. Incorporates complex adaptive systems principles and self-organization.
Self-organizing, energy-efficient ad-hoc communication network protocol for disaster scenarios. Features value-sensitive design incorporating participatory fairness to maximize survival chances during emergencies. The system adaptively switches between altruistic and individualistic communication topologies based on resource availability and network conditions.
TU Delft, Department of Multi-Actor Systems, 2022
Developed novel self-adaptive topology control protocol based on value-sensitive design for disaster communication networks. The research demonstrated how participatory fairness in emergency communication can support self-organization for survival, combining agent-based modeling, complex systems theory, and participatory design methods to create resilient communication systems for disaster scenarios.
Lodimeda Kini
2023 - Ongoing | TU Delft, Water Management
Nina Stockhof
2025 | MSc Environmental Engineering, TU Delft
Charlotte Kerr
2024 | MSc Environmental Engineering, TU Delft
Second Prize | Kijk Magazine | For SOS disaster communication system
Member | TU Delft
Design for Values and Critical Raw Materials: a Decolonial Justice Perspective | TU Delft
School of Computer Science | University of St Andrews
Lectured on modeling and quantification of human values in system design for sustainable technologies. Introduced students to value-sensitive design principles and their application in technological systems.
Lectured on modeling hydrology in agent-based models for human-wildlife interaction and conflict resolution, connecting computational methods with real-world conservation challenges.
Lectured on the design process of socio-technical systems and value-sensitive design principles, guiding students in creating systems that account for diverse stakeholder values.
Presented use-cases of human-wildlife coexistence and survival in disasters. Conducted interactive multi-stakeholder games including the SOS-game for disaster scenarios.
Supervised and graded five groups of master's students alongside Prof. Frances Brazier on various projects from inception to completion, focusing on complex adaptive systems approaches.
Provided one-to-one and group support for bachelor students alongside Prof. Martijn Warnier, including supervision and grading of student projects.
I'm always interested in new collaborations, research opportunities, and discussions about complex systems, wildlife conservation, and value-sensitive design.
Email: i.banerjee@tudelft.nl
Phone: +31 682285092
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Institution: TU Delft, Department of Water Management
Recent Research Visit: Leibniz Institute for Zoo and Wildlife Research, Berlin, Germany
Group of Dr. Stephanie Kramer-Schadt