Global FEWture Summer Interns in Nepal 2025

Archana Dahal

Archana Dahal is currently in her final year of undergraduate studies at Kathmandu University, where she is earning a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture. Interested in practical, sustainable approaches to farming, she is taking part in the CONSERVE Summer Intern Program to contribute to ongoing biochar research initiative. Her internship will involve lab work and field trials where she gets to explore how biochar can be used to enhance soil quality and support climate-smart agriculture. Archana sees this opportunity as a way to build valuable research experience, collaborate with others in the field, and deepen her understanding of sustainable agricultural practices that can make a lasting difference.

Sabina Pandit

Sabina Pandit, a final-year undergraduate student pursuing a B.Sc. in Agriculture at Kathmandu University. My research interests lie in soil science, sustainable agriculture and climate-resilient farming systems. I’m currently involved in soil health analysis and spatial mapping of a tea garden and a municipality region of Nepal. As part of the CONSERVE Summer Internship Program, I am working under Mr. Shree Krishna Dhital on a project titled Sustainable Biochar Solutions for Agricultural Resilience. This internship provides an opportunity to deepen my understanding of sustainable resource use and to gain practical experience in applied agricultural research. I look forward to learning from experts across disciplines, building collaborative skills, and contributing to innovative solutions for global food and environmental challenges.

Alisha Poudel

Alisha Poudel, a final-year Environmental Engineering student at Kathmandu University with a strong interest in water and wastewater management. Currently, I am working on the project “Assessing the Quality of Drinking Water in Dhulikhel Municipality” under the supervision of Shree Krishna Dhital and Yunika Acharya. This research focuses on evaluating the safety and public health implications of local drinking water sources. As a GFA Summer Intern, I hope to deepen my understanding of sustainable water reuse, gain hands-on research experience, and strengthen my skills in data analysis and environmental communication. I am excited to collaborate with professionals and peers who are passionate about addressing global water and food security challenges. This program will help me grow as a researcher and equip me to contribute to equitable, evidence-based solutions in water resource management.

Neeta Pant

Neeta Pant, a fourth-year undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture at Kathmandu University, Nepal. I am passionate about advancing sustainable agricultural practices through innovative, field-ready technologies. During the CONSERVE Summer Intern Program, I am working under the supervision of Mr. Shree Krishna Dhital and Ms. Yunika Acharya. My research focuses on developing field-applicable biochar solutions and evaluating their effects on soil properties and crop performance. This internship offers a valuable opportunity to deepen my understanding of the food-water-energy nexus, enhance my research skills and contribute to climate-resilient farming systems that can benefit both smallholder farmers and broader agroecosystems.

Sebika Bohara

Sebika Bohara is an undergraduate student at Kathmandu University, Nepal, currently in her final year (Batch 2020), pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture. Her personal research interest lies in precision agriculture, especially in fertigation practices to enhance sustainable crop productivity. This summer, she is participating in the CONSERVE Summer Internship Program and will be working on the project “Sustainable Biochar Solutions for Agricultural Resilience.” Her internship involves collaboration with the Renewable Energy Lab at Kathmandu University, TU Dublin City University, Ireland, and Engineers Without Borders (EWB) Ireland, under the mentorship of Mr. Shree Krishna Dhital and Ms. Yunika Acharya. Through this experience, she aims to strengthen her research and technical skills, gain international exposure, and contribute to sustainable agricultural innovations that address the challenges of climate resilience and resource efficiency in farming.

Bitisha Subedi

Bitisha Subedi is a fourth-year undergraduate student majoring in Agriculture at Kathmandu University, Nepal. Her academic and research interests center around sustainable agriculture, with a particular focus on regenerative and innovative farming practices that enhance environmental resilience, improve productivity, and support long-term agricultural sustainability. During the summer internship, she is working under the guidance of Mr. Shree krishna Dhital at Sanskriti Farms and Research center, where her research project focus on the use of biochar as a sustainable soil amendment.Through this internship, she hopes to deepen her understanding of field-based and lab-based research methodologies, gain hands-on experience with sustainable technologies, and broaden her global perspective on food systems. Her long-term goal is to contribute to science-based innovations that support environmentally responsible and socially equitable agriculture in Nepal and beyond.

Shrija Shrestha

Shrija Shrestha is a final-year Civil Engineering student at Kathmandu University with a strong interest in sustainable technologies for environmental resilience. She is currently engaged in a research internship through the CONSERVE/DAWN/GFA Summer Program, under the guidance of Asst Prof Malesh Shah, Er. Sirapa Shrestha and Mr. Shree Krishna Dhital. Her project centers on biochar—a carbon-rich material with immense potential to address environmental challenges such as waste management, carbon emissions, and land degradation. Shrija sees this internship as an opportunity to explore biochar’s transformative applications beyond theory, while gaining hands-on experience in research and innovation. She is also eager to connect with a global network of peers and professionals who share her vision for a more sustainable and climate-conscious future.

Ekata Shrestha

Ekata Shrestha is a final year undergraduate student of Mechanical Engineering specializing in Energy Technology at Kathmandu University, Nepal. While her research interest revolves around sustainable energy and building efficiency, she is working as an intern under Project 22-05 Laboratory and Sanskriti Farm in this CONSERVE/DAWN/GFA Summer Intern Program. She is working under the supervision of Asst. Prof. Malesh Shah focusing upon simulation of greenhouse environments optimized for biochar-amended agriculture. Her works involves literature reviews and simulation of different types of greenhouse models under different conditions. Ekata expects to enhance her skill in simulation software and work with interdisciplinary groups to grow personally and professionally.