
Research Writer
Kalpna Anand is a research writer for the BodyFreedom Collaborative.
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Dr. Kalpna Anand, Ph.D., is an accomplished adjunct faculty member with over 20 years of experience in teaching and research. Starting her career as a counselor in 2002, she later joined the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) as a scientist. She has taught various subjects, including Military Psychology and Aerospace Medicine, to professionals like doctors, engineers, and defense personnel, and has contributed extensively to academic conferences and publications.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Dr. Anand’s impressive educational background, including a post-graduate degree and a doctorate in Psychology, has been validated by experts. This strong foundation has propelled her successful career in research and teaching, allowing her to provide valuable insights in her specialized fields.
PERSONAL
Dr. Anand, originally from India and now living in Seattle since September 2022, has been married for 22 years to a software engineer. They have a daughter studying engineering at the University of Washington. In her free time, Dr. Anand enjoys dancing, reading, and exploring her creativity, which aligns with her name’s meaning of “Imagination” in Hindi.