Vagdevi is a Research Associate at Prayoga, specializing in phytochemistry, microbiology, and plant-based medicine. With a strong passion for research, she began her academic journey by enrolling in a Bachelor's program in Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology at Sri JCBM College in Sringeri, affiliated with Kuvempu University, Shankaraghatta. In parallel, she completed an add-on diploma course in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, further enriching her knowledge. Vagdevi then pursued a Master of Science in Botany from the University of Mysore, Manasagangotri, Mysuru. She cleared the K-SET (Life Sciences) in 2019 and the GATE (Life Sciences, Ecology, and Evolution) in 2023. In addition to her research work, Vagdevi has also gained experience in academic writing at a private publication support company.