The Biology Of Belonging

Dr. Bilquis is Professor and University Head of the Department of Human Development and Family Studies in Acharya N.G Ranga Agricultural University (ANGRAU) College of Community Science, Lam, Guntur. She has 30 years of experience in Teaching, Research, and Extension and complemented more than 15 research projects in the discipline of Human Development and Family Studies. She has published 40 NAAS rated peer reviewed research articles in National and International journals. She has been honoured with numerous prestigious awards, including Best Extension Scientist, Best Teacher, and Outstanding Performance Award, conferred by various international, national, state-level, and NGO organizations. She has made significant contributions to academic excellence of students and community development

H. Akhila She completed her postgraduate degree in Human Development and Family Studies and is currently pursuing her doctoral degree at Acharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University, Lam, Guntur. Her academic and research interests focus on child development, family studies, and community well-being. She has published research papers in peer-reviewed and NASS-rated journals and has also authored book chapters with ISBN recognition. In addition, she has written popular articles. Alongside her research contributions, she has actively organized and participated in webinars and academic programs to disseminate knowledge. She has attended several national and international conferences and has received awards and prizes for her academic presentations. She is also a recipient of the UGC-NET Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) reflecting her strong academic excellence and dedication to research.

S. Arshiya Fathima has completed her postgraduate degree in the field of Human Development and Family Studies. She is currently pursuing her doctoral degree at Acharya N. G. Ranga Agricultural University, Lam, Guntur, further advancing her education in the areas of relational development, caregiving environments, and neurodevelopmental processes. Her academic and research expertise includes publications in peer-reviewed and NASS-rated journals, she has authored book chapters with ISBN recognition and has contributed popular articles aimed at bridging academic research with community awareness. In addition to her research contributions, she has conducted webinars and academic programs.