2020
Journal of Food Science
Comparative Study of Bioactive Compounds in Different Varieties of Pears in Nepal
DOI: 10.1234/jfs.2020.pear
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I'm a
Passionate about fermentation, nutraceuticals, and microbial manufacturing. Experienced in molecular biology, food biotechnology, and data-driven research. Dedicated to advancing science for better health and sustainable food systems.
About
I am a microbiologist and food biotechnology researcher with a strong background in fermentation, nutraceuticals, and molecular biology. My work bridges laboratory research, teaching, and scientific writing, with a focus on innovative solutions for food and health.
With over 8 years of experience spanning academia, laboratory research, and science communication, I bring a multidisciplinary approach to every project. I am dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and mentoring the next generation of researchers.
Highlights
- MSc (Research) in Microbiology
- 4+ peer-reviewed journal papers
- Lab researcher & teaching experience
- Reviewer for international journals
- ISO 22000:2018 / HACCP training
Research Interests
My research spans multiple disciplines at the intersection of microbiology, biotechnology, and data science.
Education
MSc (Research) Microbiology
GPA: 3.64
Thesis: Comparative study of wine produced from pear varieties
BSc (Research) Microbiology
63.15%
Thesis: Gram-negative bacteria from meat samples in Kathmandu Valley
Experience
Current
Teacher
Gyanav Pathshala
Jan 2023 – Current
- Teaching microbiology and biotechnology
- Mentoring students in research projects
Lab Researcher & Microbiologist
CAAS
Oct 2020 – Nov 2022
- Conducted fermentation and microbial analysis
- Managed laboratory operations and safety
Research Writer
Contentiolab
Dec 2020 – July 2022
- Authored scientific articles and reviews
- Collaborated with research teams
Intern
Ministry of Forests and Environment
Feb 2019 – Jun 2019
- Environmental microbiology research
Intern
Dairy Development Corporation
Jan–Feb 2015 & Dec 2018–Feb 2019
- Quality control and microbial testing
Skills
Lab & Microbiology
- Microbial culture & isolation
- Chromatography
- UV-Vis, IR analysis
- Quality control
Molecular Biology
- PCR, Electrophoresis
- Bioinformatics tools
- DNA/RNA extraction
Bioprocessing & Fermentation
- Fermentation design
- Microbial manufacturing
- Nutraceuticals
Data & Statistics
- SPSS, STATA, Minitab
- Excel, Origin
- Statistics & data analysis
Software & Tools
- Python, R
- Bioinformatics software
- Scientific writing
Publications
2021
Food Chemistry
Evaluation of Antioxidants and Antimicrobial Properties of Indigenous Plants…
DOI: 10.1234/fc.2021.plants
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2021
Meat Science
Bacterial Assessment of Buffalo Meat in Kathmandu Valley
DOI: 10.1234/ms.2021.buffalo
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2023
International Journal of Microbiology
Isolation and Identification of Gram-Negative Bacteria from Chicken Meat…
DOI: 10.1234/ijm.2023.chicken
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General Microbiology (MB:101)
2022Methods in Microbiology (MB:405)
2022Biochemistry & Microbial Biotechnology (MB:201)
2023Agriculture and Food Microbiology (MB:401)
2024Conferences, Training & Activities
Flow Cytometry workshop
2021
ISO 22000:2018 / HACCP training
2021
Reviewer at International Journal of Environment
March 2022 – Present
Government Teacher's License holder
Contact
Get in Touch
I'm always open to discussing research collaborations, academic opportunities, or just exchanging ideas in microbiology and food biotechnology.