Sripadma Ganapathi

Sripadma Ganapathi explores the intersection of movement, science, and artistry. As a dance science researcher, she investigates how the body moves, adapts, and expresses — bridging rigorous inquiry with creative practice.

On stage and in the studio, she brings the same curiosity to performance and choreography, crafting work that is grounded in technique and informed by research. She teaches with clarity and care, helping dancers build strength, awareness, and artistic voice.

What I Do

Dance Science Research

Investigating biomechanics, injury prevention, and performance optimization through evidence-based movement analysis and applied dance science.

Performance

Bringing expressive, technically refined dance to the stage — rooted in training, presence, and a deep connection to musicality and narrative.

Choreography

Creating original works that blend research-informed movement with artistic vision — for stage, studio, and collaborative projects.

Dance Teaching

Guiding students of all levels through technique, artistry, and body awareness — fostering safe, confident, and expressive dancers.

Testimonials

Clients

Resume

Dance Science · Research · UX · Performance

Experience

2022 – Present
University of Roehampton, UK

PhD Researcher (Dance Science)

Leading a first-of-its-kind interdisciplinary study, developing an injury-prevention intervention for Indian classical dance by integrating ethnographic insights from human perception and validating them through 3D motion capture technology.

Dancer-centric study focused on their perception of injury and the importance of socio-cultural and psychological parameters in injury research in dance.

Independently designed methodology end-to-end, without precedent, tailoring methods to suit cultural context and participant demographics.

Conducted semi-structured interviews and created a self-reported online survey questionnaire from scratch due to insufficient existing research.

2023
Akademi, UK

Independent Qualitative Evaluator – Dance Well Project

Independently designed and conducted session observations and semi-structured interviews to capture participant feedback for the Dance Well programme.

Built rapport with multicultural older adults to enable open interviews.

Delivered strategic insights to optimise accessibility and engagement.

2021 – 2023
UNLOC, UK

User Experience Research Lead – Voice for Locals

Led research for an HM Government–funded programme addressing digital exclusion for 1.3M+ UK businesses.

Designed and conducted mixed-method research (interviews, surveys, observations) to assess business needs and consumer engagement.

Co-created City & Guilds–endorsed curriculum, based on primary research data, training 6,000+ students to support SMEs on Meta & Google.

Presented 35+ research insights to 20+ government bodies, shaping data-driven policies and interventions for high-street revitalisation.

Used research insights to personalise rewards, increasing consumer adoption and loyalty.

2016 – 2021
UNLOC, UK & India

User Experience Researcher – CXONCLOUD

Drove end-to-end research and user engagement activities to integrate the CXONCLOUD app with 35M Indian micro-enterprises via Unified Payment Interface (UPI).

Designed and implemented nationwide user studies to identify skill gaps, synthesising insights into reports for the National Skill Development Corporation.

Analysed feedback to adapt technology, enabling sustainable digital marketplace access for women entrepreneurs across diverse regions.

2014 – 2016
Thomson Reuters, London, UK

Editor – Conferences, Cortellis

Researched global life sciences conferences to identify trends and user needs.

Produced end-to-end content (briefings, live coverage, reports), translating complex scientific insights into actionable strategies for cross-functional teams.

Monitored industry shifts and optimised content to boost engagement.

2012 – 2014
BioMed Central, London, UK

Database Editor – ISRCTN Registry

Managed clinical trial registry processing while liaising with policy makers, funders, and global health organisations (e.g., WHO, Wellcome Trust).

Authored plain-language trial summaries to enhance accessibility and comprehension for diverse audiences.

2007 – 2008
Thomson Reuters, India

Process Lead – BINDplus

Led editorial review, indexing, and validation of scientific data, ensuring compliance with content standards and quality targets.

Supported product development through testing, analysis, and responding to technical and customer queries.

2007
Anna University, India

Research Assistant

Led field research on bioremediation of water bodies, collaborating with local communities and government.

Applied and analysed microbial treatments to assess effectiveness and guide policy.

Additional Experience

Present
Wake Up Creations, UK

Co-Director

Dance choreography and stage-tech integration.

Present
Sri Noopurlaya Performing Arts

Director

Research-led, pedagogy-based dance classes.

Present
Independent Practice

Hypnobirthing Practitioner

Mother-centric, science-backed natural-birth preparation.

Core Expertise

Dance Science Research

95%

Motion Capture

90%

Qualitative Research

95%

Choreography

90%

Research & Practice

UX Research

90%

Ethnography

85%

Pedagogy

90%

Bharatanatyam

95%

Mixed-Methods Research

90%

Workshop Facilitation

85%

Portfolio

@sripadmaganapathi on Instagram
Motion Capture Lab

Motion Capture Lab

Research
Pattachitra Art

Pattachitra Art

Culture
Konark Sun Temple

Konark Sun Temple

Culture
Orchestral Ensemble

Orchestral Ensemble

Performance
Konark Travelogue

Konark Travelogue

Culture
Stage Performance

Stage Performance

Performance
Colosseum, Rome

Colosseum, Rome

Culture
Working from Rome

Working from Rome

Culture
Tamil Folk Dance

Tamil Folk Dance

Choreography
Don't Just Live, Bloom

Don't Just Live, Bloom

Performance
Veera Tamizh

Veera Tamizh

Choreography

Contact

Get in Touch

07710 022394

London

ganapats@roehampton.ac.uk

Freelance Available

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