{
    "id": 3213,
    "date": "2025-05-22T01:40:08",
    "date_gmt": "2025-05-22T01:40:08",
    "guid": {
        "rendered": "https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/?page_id=3213"
    },
    "modified": "2026-01-17T16:46:16",
    "modified_gmt": "2026-01-17T16:46:16",
    "slug": "research-team",
    "status": "publish",
    "type": "page",
    "link": "https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/en\/research-team\/",
    "title": {
        "rendered": "Dirgha Research Group"
    },
    "content": {
        "rendered": "<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"3213\" class=\"elementor elementor-3213\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-fc2ed6d elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"fc2ed6d\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-5065b76\" data-id=\"5065b76\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2839560 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"2839560\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"756\" src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dr-joshi-research-group-1024x756.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-4673\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dr-joshi-research-group-1024x756.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dr-joshi-research-group-300x221.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dr-joshi-research-group-768x567.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/dr-joshi-research-group.jpeg 1179w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-7e21f1b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"7e21f1b\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-87e883f\" data-id=\"87e883f\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-75d2ea2 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"75d2ea2\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-dde592a\" data-id=\"dde592a\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bc8e25e elementor-align-right elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"bc8e25e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-button-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"\/en\/dirgha-research-group-works\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t<i aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"fab fa-researchgate\"><\/i>\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">View Our Work<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-9a0d26e elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"9a0d26e\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-9820490\" data-id=\"9820490\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f64e7cd elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"f64e7cd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\n      :root {\n        --primary-color: #1d3557;\n        --secondary-color: #457b9d;\n        --accent-color: #e63946;\n        --text-color: #333;\n        --light-text-color: #6c757d;\n        --bg-color: #f8f9fa;\n        --card-bg: white;\n        --shadow-light: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.08);\n        --shadow-medium: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.12);\n        --modal-bg: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.6);\n      }\n\n      * {\n        margin: 0;\n        padding: 0;\n        box-sizing: border-box;\n        font-family: \"Inter\", sans-serif;\n      }\n\n      body {\n        background: var(--bg-color);\n        color: var(--text-color);\n        padding: 2rem;\n        line-height: 1.6;\n      }\n\n      h1 {\n        text-align: center;\n        font-size: 2.8rem;\n        margin-bottom: 1rem;\n        color: var(--primary-color);\n        animation: slideInFromTop 1s ease-out;\n      }\n\n      p.description {\n        text-align: center;\n        max-width: 700px;\n        margin: 0 auto 3rem;\n        color: var(--light-text-color);\n        font-size: 1.1rem;\n        animation: fadeIn 1.2s ease-out;\n      }\n\n      .grid {\n        display: grid;\n        grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(320px, 1fr));\n        gap: 2.5rem;\n        max-width: 1400px;\n        margin: auto;\n        padding: 1rem;\n      }\n\n      .card {\n        background: var(--card-bg);\n        border-radius: 20px;\n        overflow: hidden;\n        box-shadow: 0 6px 20px var(--shadow-light);\n        text-align: center;\n        transition: transform 0.4s cubic-bezier(0.25, 0.8, 0.25, 1),\n          box-shadow 0.4s cubic-bezier(0.25, 0.8, 0.25, 1);\n        display: flex;\n        flex-direction: column;\n        justify-content: space-between;\n        opacity: 0;\n        transform: translateY(30px);\n        animation: cardPopIn 0.6s ease-out forwards;\n        cursor: pointer; \/* Indicate clickable *\/\n      }\n\n      .card:hover {\n        transform: translateY(-8px);\n        box-shadow: 0 12px 28px var(--shadow-medium);\n      }\n\n      .card img {\n        width: 100%;\n        height: 280px;\n        object-fit: cover;\n        border-bottom: 3px solid var(--secondary-color);\n        transition: transform 0.3s ease;\n      }\n\n      .card:hover img {\n        transform: scale(1.03);\n      }\n\n      .card-body {\n        padding: 1.5rem;\n        flex-grow: 1;\n        display: flex;\n        flex-direction: column;\n        justify-content: space-between;\n      }\n\n      .name {\n        font-weight: 700;\n        font-size: 1.4rem;\n        margin: 0.5rem 0 0.2rem;\n        color: var(--primary-color);\n      }\n\n      .role {\n        font-size: 1rem;\n        color: var(--light-text-color);\n        margin-bottom: 1rem;\n      }\n\n      .bio-snippet {\n        font-size: 0.95rem;\n        color: var(--text-color);\n        margin-bottom: 1rem;\n        text-align: left;\n        overflow: hidden;\n        display: -webkit-box;\n        -webkit-line-clamp: 4; \/* Limit to 4 lines *\/\n        -webkit-box-orient: vertical;\n      }\n\n      .socials {\n        display: flex;\n        justify-content: center;\n        gap: 15px;\n        margin-top: 1rem;\n        padding-top: 1rem;\n        border-top: 1px dashed #eee;\n      }\n\n      .socials a {\n        text-decoration: none;\n        font-size: 1.3rem;\n        color: var(--primary-color);\n        transition: color 0.3s ease, transform 0.2s ease;\n      }\n\n      .socials a:hover {\n        color: var(--accent-color);\n        transform: scale(1.1);\n      }\n\n      \/* Animations *\/\n      @keyframes fadeIn {\n        0% {\n          opacity: 0;\n        }\n        100% {\n          opacity: 1;\n        }\n      }\n\n      @keyframes slideInFromTop {\n        0% {\n          opacity: 0;\n          transform: translateY(-50px);\n        }\n        100% {\n          opacity: 1;\n          transform: translateY(0);\n        }\n      }\n\n      @keyframes cardPopIn {\n        0% {\n          opacity: 0;\n          transform: translateY(30px) scale(0.95);\n        }\n        100% {\n          opacity: 1;\n          transform: translateY(0) scale(1);\n        }\n      }\n\n      \/* Modal Styles *\/\n      .modal-overlay {\n        position: fixed;\n        top: 0;\n        left: 0;\n        width: 100%;\n        height: 100%;\n        background: var(--modal-bg);\n        display: flex;\n        justify-content: center;\n        align-items: center;\n        z-index: 1000;\n        opacity: 0;\n        visibility: hidden;\n        transition: opacity 0.3s ease, visibility 0.3s ease;\n      }\n\n      .modal-overlay.active {\n        opacity: 1;\n        visibility: visible;\n      }\n\n      .modal-content {\n        background: var(--card-bg);\n        border-radius: 20px;\n        padding: 2.5rem;\n        max-width: 800px;\n        max-height: 90vh;\n        overflow-y: auto;\n        position: relative;\n        box-shadow: 0 10px 30px var(--shadow-medium);\n        transform: scale(0.9);\n        transition: transform 0.3s cubic-bezier(0.175, 0.885, 0.32, 1.275);\n      }\n\n      .modal-overlay.active .modal-content {\n        transform: scale(1);\n      }\n\n      .modal-close {\n        position: absolute;\n        top: 15px;\n        right: 20px;\n        background: none;\n        border: none;\n        font-size: 1.8rem;\n        color: var(--light-text-color);\n        cursor: pointer;\n        transition: color 0.2s ease;\n      }\n\n      .modal-close:hover {\n        color: var(--accent-color);\n      }\n\n      .modal-header {\n        display: flex;\n        align-items: center;\n        gap: 20px;\n        margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\n        padding-bottom: 1.5rem;\n        border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\n      }\n\n      .modal-header img {\n        width: 120px;\n        height: 120px;\n        border-radius: 50%;\n        object-fit: cover;\n        border: 4px solid var(--secondary-color);\n        flex-shrink: 0;\n      }\n\n      .modal-header-info {\n        text-align: left;\n      }\n\n      .modal-header-info .name {\n        font-size: 2rem;\n        margin: 0;\n      }\n\n      .modal-header-info .role {\n        font-size: 1.1rem;\n        margin-top: 0.5rem;\n      }\n\n      .modal-body {\n        text-align: left;\n        font-size: 1rem;\n      }\n\n      .modal-body h3 {\n        color: var(--primary-color);\n        margin-top: 1.5rem;\n        margin-bottom: 0.8rem;\n        font-size: 1.3rem;\n      }\n\n      .modal-body ul {\n        list-style-type: none;\n        padding-left: 0;\n      }\n\n      .modal-body ul li {\n        margin-bottom: 0.5rem;\n      }\n\n      .modal-body ul.bullet-list {\n        list-style-type: disc;\n        padding-left: 20px;\n      }\n\n      .modal-socials {\n        display: flex;\n        justify-content: flex-start; \/* Align to the left *\/\n        gap: 14px;\n        margin-top: 1.5rem;\n        padding-top: 1.5rem;\n        border-top: 1px dashed #eee;\n      }\n\n      .modal-socials a {\n        font-size: 1.5rem;\n        color: var(--primary-color);\n        transition: color 0.3s ease, transform 0.2s ease;\n      }\n\n      .modal-socials a:hover {\n        color: var(--accent-color);\n        transform: scale(1.1);\n      }\n\n      \/* Responsive adjustments *\/\n      @media (max-width: 768px) {\n        h1 {\n          font-size: 2rem;\n        }\n        p.description {\n          font-size: 1rem;\n        }\n        .grid {\n          grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fill, minmax(260px, 1fr));\n          gap: 1.5rem;\n          padding: 0 1rem;\n        }\n        .card-body {\n          padding: 1rem;\n        }\n        .name {\n          font-size: 1.3rem;\n        }\n        .role {\n          font-size: 0.9rem;\n        }\n\n        .modal-content {\n          padding: 1.5rem;\n          margin: 0 1rem;\n        }\n\n        .modal-header {\n          flex-direction: column;\n          text-align: center;\n          gap: 10px;\n        }\n\n        .modal-header img {\n          width: 90px;\n          height: 90px;\n        }\n\n        .modal-header-info {\n          text-align: center;\n        }\n\n        .modal-header-info .name {\n          font-size: 1.8rem;\n        }\n\n        .modal-header-info .role {\n          font-size: 1rem;\n        }\n\n        .modal-socials {\n          justify-content: center;\n        }\n      }\n\n      @media (max-width: 480px) {\n        body {\n          padding: 1rem;\n        }\n        h1 {\n          font-size: 1.8rem;\n        }\n        .modal-content {\n          padding: 1rem;\n        }\n      }\n    <\/style>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-fd12341 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"fd12341\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-8c1fd70\" data-id=\"8c1fd70\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ec32338 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"ec32338\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n  <head>\n    <meta charset=\"UTF-8\" \/>\n    <meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\" \/>\n    <title>Dirgha Research Group<\/title>\n    <link\n      href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Inter:wght@300;400;600;700&display=swap\"\n      rel=\"stylesheet\"\n    \/>\n    <link\n      rel=\"stylesheet\"\n      href=\"https:\/\/cdnjs.cloudflare.com\/ajax\/libs\/font-awesome\/6.0.0-beta3\/css\/all.min.css\"\n    \/>\n    \n  <\/head>\n  <body>\n    <h1>Dirgha Research Group<\/h1>\n    <p class=\"description\">\n      Meet our dedicated team of researchers and project members contributing to\n      healthcare and science innovation at\n      Nepal.\n    <\/p>\n    <div class=\"grid\">\n      <div class=\"card\" data-member-id=\"dirgha-raj-joshi\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/dirgharajjoshi.png\" alt=\"Dirgha Raj Joshi\" \/>\n        <div class=\"card-body\">\n            <span>Principal Investigator<\/span>\n          <div class=\"name\">Dirgha Raj Joshi, PhD<\/div>\n          <div class=\"role\">Assistant Professor of Medicinal Chemistry<\/div>\n          <p class=\"bio-snippet\">\n            Dr. Dirgha Raj Joshi holds a Ph.D. in Organic\/Medicinal Chemistry\n            from Yonsei University, South Korea, and completed postdoctoral\n            research at NIH, USA. He has developed four novel synthetic\n            methodologies and secured three patents. His research focuses on\n            antiviral drug discovery and heterocyclic chemistry, with over 30\n            publications.\n          <\/p>\n          <div class=\"socials\">\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/dirgha-raj-joshi\/\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"LinkedIn\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/scholar.google.com\/citations?user=YSC4GOUAAAAJ&hl=en\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"Google Scholar\"\n              ><i class=\"fas fa-graduation-cap\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/en\/\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"Website\"\n              ><i class=\"fas fa-globe\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a href=\"mailto:djmeropaila121@gmail.com\" title=\"Email\"\n              ><i class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"card\" data-member-id=\"nisha-adhikari\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/nisha.jpg\" alt=\"Nisha Adhikari\" \/>\n        <div class=\"card-body\">\n            <span>Co-Principal Investigator<\/span>\n          <div class=\"name\">Nisha Adhikari<\/div>\n          <div class=\"role\">Lecturer | Pharmacology Researcher<\/div>\n          <p class=\"bio-snippet\">\n            Nisha Adhikari is a skilled Pharmacology researcher with a Master\u2019s\n            degree from Gachon University, South Korea. She has expertise in\n            cell biology, microbiology, gene cloning, and drug discovery, with\n            over three years of research experience. She teaches pharmacology\n            and molecular biology at KAHS.\n          <\/p>\n          <div class=\"socials\">\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/nisha-ad\/\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"LinkedIn\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0000-0003-4745-2293\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"ORCID\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-orcid\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a href=\"mailto:nepalaama.na@gmail.com\" title=\"Email\"\n              ><i class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"card\" data-member-id=\"roshan-gyawali\">\n  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/roshan-gyawali.jpg\" alt=\"Roshan Gyawali\" \/>\n  <div class=\"card-body\">\n    <div class=\"name\">Roshan Gyawali, M. Pharm<\/div>\n    <div class=\"role\">Research & Development Pharmacist<\/div>\n    <p class=\"bio-snippet\">\n      Mr. Roshan Gyawali holds a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from Pokhara University, Nepal, and a Master's in Pharmaceutical Sciences from RGUHS, India. He has worked in QC, Production, and FR&D departments of leading Nepali pharmaceutical companies, and is passionate about advanced drug delivery systems and public health awareness.\n    <\/p>\n    <div class=\"socials\">\n       <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0008-9190-7375\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"ORCID\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-orcid\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n<a href=\"mailto:roshangyawali36@gmail.com\" title=\"Email\">\n  <i class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i>\n<\/a>\n\n<!-- LinkedIn Icon -->\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/roshan-gyawali-142224192\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"LinkedIn\">\n  <i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i>\n<\/a>\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/scholar.google.com\/citations?user=7T1UDnIAAAAJ&hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Google Scholar\">\n  <i class=\"fas fa-graduation-cap\"><\/i>\n<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n <div class=\"card\" data-member-id=\"arjun-adhikari\">\n  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pp-photo.jpg\" alt=\"Arjun Adhikari\" \/>\n  <div class=\"card-body\">\n    <div class=\"name\">Er. Arjun Adhikari<\/div>\n    <div class=\"role\">Software Engineer<\/div>\n    <p class=\"bio-snippet\">\n      Arjun is a Software Engineering graduate and full-stack developer with expertise in building scalable web systems. He is passionate about AI, cryptography, and agentic systems.He will be serving as an IT support team member for Dirgha Research Group. He is currently working to develop learning platfrom about promoting ration use of medicine. \n    <\/p>\n    <div class=\"socials\">\n      <a\n        href=\"http:\/\/linkedin.com\/in\/arjunadhikary\"\n        target=\"_blank\"\n        title=\"LinkedIn\"\n      >\n        <i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i>\n      <\/a>\n      <a\n        href=\"mailto:arjunadhikari0509@gmail.com\"\n        title=\"Email\"\n      >\n        <i class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i>\n      <\/a>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/scholar.google.com\/citations?user=SbRYcVMAAAAJ&hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Google Scholar\">\n  <i class=\"fas fa-graduation-cap\"><\/i>\n<\/a>\n<a\n              href=\"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0001-6878-4935\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"ORCID\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-orcid\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n      \n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\" data-member-id=\"sangam-k-c\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sangam.jpg\" alt=\"Sangam K.C.\" \/>\n        <div class=\"card-body\">\n          <div class=\"name\">Sangam K.C.<\/div>\n          <div class=\"role\">B. Pharm Student<\/div>\n          <p class=\"bio-snippet\">\n            Sangam K.C. is an enthusiastic B.Pharm student at KAHS, fascinated\n            by the intersection of science, innovation, and human well-being. He\n            dreams of developing nano-chips for targeted drug delivery.\n          <\/p>\n          <div class=\"socials\">\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/sangam-k-c-647486281\/\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"LinkedIn\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0008-2714-7068\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"ORCID\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-orcid\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a href=\"mailto:sangamkc23@gmail.com\" title=\"Email\"\n              ><i class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"card\" data-member-id=\"nandini-gupta\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/nandini.jpg\" alt=\"Nandini Gupta\" \/>\n        <div class=\"card-body\">\n          <div class=\"name\">Nandini Gupta<\/div>\n          <div class=\"role\">B. Pharm Student<\/div>\n          <p class=\"bio-snippet\">\n            Nandini Gupta is a B.Pharm student at KAHS with a strong interest in\n            pharmacology, particularly pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics.\n            She aims to bridge scientific knowledge and practical needs.\n          <\/p>\n          <div class=\"socials\">\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/nandani-gupta-9457782a2\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"LinkedIn\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0004-3904-2635\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"ORCID\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-orcid\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a href=\"mailto:nandinigupta335@gmail.com\" title=\"Email\"\n              ><i class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n     \n\n      <div class=\"card\" data-member-id=\"bishesh-bista\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/bishesh.jpg\" alt=\"Bishesh Bista\" \/>\n        <div class=\"card-body\">\n          <div class=\"name\">Bishesh Bista<\/div>\n          <div class=\"role\">B. Pharm Student<\/div>\n          <p class=\"bio-snippet\">\n            Bishesh Bista is a 4th-semester B.Pharm student at KAHS, passionate\n            about medicinal plants and innovative pharmaceutical formulations.\n            His research interests include phytochemistry, ethnopharmacology,\n            and the modernization of traditional medicine.\n          <\/p>\n          <div class=\"socials\">\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0005-6271-3190\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"ORCID\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-orcid\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/bishesh-bista-4204b22a9\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"LinkedIn\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a href=\"mailto:lucifersdon3@gmail.com\" title=\"Email\"\n              ><i class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      \n\n      <div class=\"card\" data-member-id=\"saroj-parajuli\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/saroj.png\" alt=\"Saroj (Sarad) Parajuli\" \/>\n        <div class=\"card-body\">\n          <div class=\"name\">Saroj (Sarad) Parajuli<\/div>\n          <div class=\"role\">B. Pharm Student<\/div>\n          <p class=\"bio-snippet\">\n            Saroj Parajuli is a B.Pharm student at KAHS with a deep interest in\n            research, particularly in drug discovery and novel delivery systems.\n            He aims to contribute to advancements in healthcare.\n          <\/p>\n          <div class=\"socials\">\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0003-3464-1412\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"ORCID\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-orcid\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/sarad-parajuli-4596812a8\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"LinkedIn\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a href=\"mailto:sarad4parajuli@gmail.com\" title=\"Email\"\n              ><i class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"card\" data-member-id=\"shova-shah\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/shova.jpg\" alt=\"Shova Shah\" \/>\n        <div class=\"card-body\">\n          <div class=\"name\">Shova Shah<\/div>\n          <div class=\"role\">B. Pharm Student<\/div>\n          <p class=\"bio-snippet\">\n            Shova Shah is a B.Pharm student at KAHS, driven by curiosity about\n            medicine development and active chemical constituent discovery from\n            medicinal plants. Her goal is to contribute to new medicines.\n          <\/p>\n          <div class=\"socials\">\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/shova-shah-533734359\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"LinkedIn\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0009-6373-497X\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"ORCID\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-orcid\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a href=\"mailto:shahshova981@gmail.com\" title=\"Email\"\n              ><i class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"card\" data-member-id=\"sangita-sodari\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sangita.png\" alt=\"Sangita Sodari\" \/>\n        <div class=\"card-body\">\n          <div class=\"name\">Sangita Sodari<\/div>\n          <div class=\"role\">B. Pharm Student<\/div>\n          <p class=\"bio-snippet\">\n            Sangita Sodari is a pharmacy student at KAHS with a strong interest\n            in pharmacognosy and innovative pharmaceutical formulation. She aims\n            to advance research and develop plant-based healthcare solutions.\n          <\/p>\n          <div class=\"socials\">\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/sangita-sodari-709732359\/\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"LinkedIn\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0007-4001-2216\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"ORCID\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-orcid\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a href=\"mailto:sangitasodari259@gmail.com\" title=\"Email\"\n              ><i class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"card\" data-member-id=\"apekshya-sigdel\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/apekshya.png\" alt=\"Apekshya Sigdel\" \/>\n        <div class=\"card-body\">\n          <div class=\"name\">Apekshya Sigdel<\/div>\n          <div class=\"role\">B. Pharm Student<\/div>\n          <p class=\"bio-snippet\">\n            Apekshya Sigdel is a B.Pharm student at KAHS with academic and\n            research interests centered on pharmacology, especially drug\u2013drug\n            interactions (DDIs). Her research aims to enhance medication safety.\n          <\/p>\n          <div class=\"socials\">\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/apekshya-sigdel-62864635a\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"LinkedIn\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a\n              href=\"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0005-4799-1635\"\n              target=\"_blank\"\n              title=\"ORCID\"\n              ><i class=\"fab fa-orcid\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n            <a href=\"mailto:sigdelapekshya9@gmail.com\" title=\"Email\"\n              ><i class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i\n><\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        \n        \n      <\/div>\n      \n<!--<div class=\"card\" data-member-id=\"ram-kishor-yadav\">-->\n<!--  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ram-kishor-yadav.png\" alt=\"Ram Kishor Yadav\" \/>-->\n<!--  <div class=\"card-body\">-->\n<!--    <div class=\"name\">Ram Kishor Yadav<\/div>-->\n<!--    <div class=\"role\">B. Pharm Student<\/div>-->\n<!--    <p class=\"bio-snippet\">-->\n<!--      Ram Kishor Yadav is a passionate B.Pharm student at KAHS, Jumla, Nepal, actively involved in academics, leadership, and community health. He explores Nepal\u2019s medicinal plant heritage and focuses on developing herbal formulations for disease prevention and treatment.-->\n<!--    <\/p>-->\n<!--    <div class=\"socials\">-->\n<!--      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/ramkishor-yadav-a135b133b\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"LinkedIn\">-->\n<!--        <i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i>-->\n<!--      <\/a>-->\n<!--      <a href=\"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0009-1608-7642\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"ORCID\">-->\n<!--        <i class=\"fab fa-orcid\"><\/i>-->\n<!--      <\/a>-->\n<!--      <a href=\"https:\/\/scholar.google.com\/citations?user=TVddMfsAAAAJ&hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Google Scholar\">-->\n<!--        <i class=\"fas fa-graduation-cap\"><\/i>-->\n<!--      <\/a>-->\n<!--      <a href=\"https:\/\/independent.academia.edu\/RamYadav369\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Academia.edu\">-->\n<!--        <i class=\"fas fa-university\"><\/i>-->\n<!--      <\/a>-->\n<!--      <a href=\"mailto:ramkishoryadav071@kahs.edu.np\" title=\"Email (KAHS)\">-->\n<!--        <i class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i>-->\n<!--      <\/a>-->\n<!--    <\/div>-->\n<!--  <\/div>-->\n<!--<\/div>-->\n<div class=\"card\" data-member-id=\"deependra-muraw\">\n  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/deepndra.png\" alt=\"Deependra Muraw\" \/>\n  <div class=\"card-body\">\n    <div class=\"name\">Deependra Muraw<\/div>\n    <div class=\"role\">BPharm Student, KAHS Jumla<\/div>\n    <p class=\"bio-snippet\">\n      A driven BPharm student at KAHS, Deependra is passionate about pharmacology, drug action, and research in medicinal chemistry. He combines critical thinking from chess with scientific curiosity to pursue drug discovery and development.\n    <\/p>\n    <div class=\"socials\">\n      <!-- Email -->\n      <a href=\"mailto:deependramuraw@gmail.com\" title=\"Email\">\n        <i class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i>\n      <\/a>\n      <!-- Institutional Email (optional additional) -->\n      <a href=\"mailto:deependra@kahs.edu.np\" title=\"Institutional Email\">\n        <i class=\"fas fa-university\"><\/i>\n      <\/a>\n      <!-- LinkedIn -->\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/deependra-muraw-84a574349\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"LinkedIn\">\n        <i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i>\n      <\/a>\n      <!-- Google Scholar -->\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/scholar.google.com\/citations?hl=en&user=YhAyUsoAAAAJ\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Google Scholar\">\n        <i class=\"fas fa-graduation-cap\"><\/i>\n      <\/a>\n      <!-- ORCID -->\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0001-2700-1324\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"ORCID\">\n        <i class=\"fab fa-orcid\"><\/i>\n      <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"card\" data-member-id=\"aashish-shah\">\n  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/aashish.jpg\" alt=\"Aashish Shah\" \/>\n  <div class=\"card-body\">\n    <div class=\"name\">Aashish Shah<\/div>\n    <div class=\"role\">BPharm Student, KAHS Jumla<\/div>\n    <p class=\"bio-snippet\">\n      Aashish is a curious BPharm student at KAHS with a passion for traditional remedies and plant-based drug research. He aims to modernize indigenous medicinal knowledge and explore phytochemicals across Nepal\u2019s diverse climates.\n    <\/p>\n    <div class=\"socials\">\n      <!-- Email -->\n      <a href=\"mailto:shahashish9880@gmail.com\" title=\"Email\">\n        <i class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i>\n      <\/a>\n      <!-- LinkedIn -->\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/aashish-shah-0a4413366\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"LinkedIn\">\n        <i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i>\n      <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"card\" data-member-id=\"pradeep-narayan-joshi\">\n  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pradeep.jpg\" alt=\"Pradeep Narayan Joshi\" \/>\n  <div class=\"card-body\">\n    <div class=\"name\">Pradeep Narayan Joshi<\/div>\n    <div class=\"role\">BPharm Student, KAHS Jumla<\/div>\n    <p class=\"bio-snippet\">\n      Pradeep is a proactive pharmacy student passionate about Himalayan medicinal plants and AMR advocacy. He bridges traditional and modern medicine through herbal research and community awareness.\n    <\/p>\n    <div class=\"socials\">\n      <a href=\"mailto:pradeepnarayanjoshi2055@gmail.com\" title=\"Email\"><i class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i><\/a>\n      <a href=\"mailto:pradeep@kahs.edu.np\" title=\"Institutional Email\"><i class=\"fas fa-university\"><\/i><\/a>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/pradeep-narayan-joshi-70b3ba333\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"LinkedIn\"><i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i><\/a>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/scholar.google.com\/citations?hl=en&user=y63wZBEAAAAJ\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Google Scholar\"><i class=\"fas fa-graduation-cap\"><\/i><\/a>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0002-5487-5710\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"ORCID\"><i class=\"fab fa-orcid\"><\/i><\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"card\" data-member-id=\"pawan-pandya\">\n  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pawan.png\" alt=\"Pawan Pandya\" \/>\n  <div class=\"card-body\">\n    <div class=\"name\">Pawan Pandya<\/div>\n    <div class=\"role\">BPharm Student, KAHS Jumla<\/div>\n    <p class=\"bio-snippet\">\n      A science enthusiast, Pawan explores the intersection of pharmacy, physics, and time. He focuses on futuristic diagnostics and chronomedicine.\n    <\/p>\n    <div class=\"socials\">\n      <a href=\"mailto:pandeypaone@gmail.com\" title=\"Email\"><i class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i><\/a>\n      <a href=\"mailto:Pandey@kahs.edu.np\" title=\"Institutional Email\"><i class=\"fas fa-university\"><\/i><\/a>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/pawan-pandey-a2b39a2a5\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"LinkedIn\"><i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i><\/a>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0003-3735-3782\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"ORCID\"><i class=\"fab fa-orcid\"><\/i><\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"card\" data-member-id=\"bivek-kumar-yadav\">\n  <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"object-position:top;\"  src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/bibek.jpg\" alt=\"Bivek Kumar Yadav\" \/>\n  <div class=\"card-body\">\n    <div class=\"name\">Bivek Kumar Yadav<\/div>\n    <div class=\"role\">BPharm Student, KAHS Jumla<\/div>\n    <p class=\"bio-snippet\">\n      Bivek is a motivated pharmacy student focusing on bioactive compound discovery, computational drug design, and AI in pharmaceutical research.\n    <\/p>\n    <div class=\"socials\">\n      <a href=\"mailto:ybibek447@gmail.com\" title=\"Email\"><i class=\"fas fa-envelope\"><\/i><\/a>\n      <a href=\"mailto:bivekyadhav@kahs.edu.np\" title=\"Institutional Email\"><i class=\"fas fa-university\"><\/i><\/a>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0001-5535-9032\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"ORCID\"><i class=\"fab fa-orcid\"><\/i><\/a>\n      <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/bivek-kumar-yadav-3197791b4\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"LinkedIn\"><i class=\"fab fa-linkedin\"><\/i><\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n    <div class=\"modal-overlay\" id=\"memberModal\">\n      <div class=\"modal-content\">\n        <button class=\"modal-close\" id=\"closeModal\">&times;<\/button>\n        <div class=\"modal-header\">\n          <img decoding=\"async\" id=\"modal-img\" src=\"\" alt=\"Member Photo\" \/>\n          <div class=\"modal-header-info\">\n            <div class=\"name\" id=\"modal-name\"><\/div>\n            <div class=\"role\" id=\"modal-role\"><\/div>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"modal-body\">\n          <p id=\"modal-full-bio\"><\/p>\n          <div id=\"modal-research-interests\"><\/div>\n          <div id=\"modal-publications\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"modal-socials\" id=\"modal-socials\"><\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <script type=\"application\/json\" id=\"dirgha-raj-joshi-data\">\n      {\n        \"name\": \"Dirgha Raj Joshi\",\n        \"role\": \"Assistant Professor of Medicinal Chemistry\",\n        \"image\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/dirgharajjoshi.png\",\n        \"fullBio\": \"Dr. Dirgha Raj Joshi holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from Pokhara University, Nepal, followed by a Master's in Pharmacy (Medicinal Chemistry) from Wonkwang University, South Korea. Motivated by a deep curiosity for scientific inquiry, he pursued a Ph.D. in Organic\/Medicinal Chemistry at Yonsei University, South Korea. He later completed his postdoctoral research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in the USA. During his Ph.D., Dr. Joshi made significant contributions to heterocyclic chemistry, developing four novel synthetic methodologies and securing three patents. His postdoctoral research focused on antiviral drug discovery for SARS-CoV-2, specifically targeting the PLPro protein. He has authored over 30 peer-reviewed scientific publications and has served as a reviewer for various journals. Currently, Dr. Joshi is an Assistant Professor at the School of Pharmacy, Karnali Academy of Health Sciences (KAHS), where he focuses on both teaching and research for undergraduate and graduate students. Beyond his academic work, Dr. Joshi is passionate about raising public awareness on health and medicine. He is the author of the book \u201cAusadhi ko Gyan, Swostha Jyan\u201d and has organized several public awareness programs. He has also held leadership roles in various organizations, including CAPS, SONSIK, PVP Nepal, and Gita4Life.\",\n        \"researchInterests\": [\n          \"Heterocyclic chemistry\",\n          \"Antiviral drug discovery (SARS-CoV-2, PLPro protein)\",\n          \"Medicinal chemistry education\",\n          \"Public health awareness\"\n        ],\n        \"publications\": [\n          \"Joshi DR, Kim I. Regioselective Synthesis of 1\u2010Cyano\u20103\u2010arylindolizines: Construction of Pyrroles via DDQ\u2010Mediated Ring Closure of Cyclopropyl Pyridines. Adv. Synth. & Catal. 2022.\",\n          \"Joshi DR, Kim I; Synthesis of Poly-Functionalized Indolizines via [5+1] Annulative Access to Pyridines. Adv. Synth. & Catal. 2021.\",\n          \"Joshi DR, Seo Y, Heo Y, Park S, Lee Y, Namkunh W, Kim I; Domino [4 + 2] Annulation Access to Quinone\u2013Indolizine Hybrids: Anticancer N-Fused Polycycles. J. Org. Chem. 2020.\",\n          \"Joshi DR, Kim I; Michael-Aldol-Double Elimination Cascade to Make Pyridines: Use of Chromone for the Synthesis of Indolizines. J. Org. Chem. 2021.\"\n        ],\n        \"socials\": [\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fab fa-linkedin\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/dirgha-raj-joshi\/\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fas fa-graduation-cap\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/scholar.google.com\/citations?user=YSC4GOUAAAAJ&hl=en\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fas fa-globe\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fas fa-envelope\",\n            \"url\": \"mailto:djmeropaila121@gmail.com\"\n          }\n        ]\n      }\n    <\/script>\n    <script type=\"application\/json\" id=\"nisha-adhikari-data\">\n      {\n        \"name\": \"Nisha Adhikari\",\n        \"role\": \"Lecturer | Pharmacology Researcher\",\n        \"image\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/nisha.jpg\",\n        \"fullBio\": \"Nisha Adhikari is a skilled Pharmacology researcher and academician with a Master\u2019s degree in Pharmacology from Gachon University, South Korea. With expertise in cell biology, microbiology, gene cloning, sequencing, in vivo testing, and drug discovery, she brings over three years of research experience from laboratories in South Korea and the United States. She is serving at Karnali Academy of Health Sciences (KAHS) as a Lecturer in the Bachelor and Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences program, Nisha teaches pharmacology, molecular biology, biopharmaceutics, and other subjects related to drug studies. She is also dedicated to mentoring students, guiding them through their academic and research pursuits, and contributing to the development of the program's curriculum.\",\n        \"researchInterests\": [\n          \"Cell biology\",\n          \"Microbiology\",\n          \"Gene cloning and sequencing\",\n          \"In vivo testing\",\n          \"Drug discovery\",\n          \"Pharmacology\",\n          \"Molecular biology\",\n          \"Biopharmaceutics\"\n        ],\n        \"publications\": [\n          \"Adhikari Nisha, Wook-Joo Lee, Soojun Park, Sanghee Kim, and Won-Sik Shim. A phytosphingosine derivative mYG-II-6 inhibits histamine-mediated TRPV1 activation and MRGPRX2-dependent mast cell degranulation. International Immunopharmacology 133 (2024): 112113.\",\n          \"Adhikari Nisha, and Won-Sik Shim. Caffeic acid phenethyl ester inhibits pseudo-allergic reactions via inhibition of MRGPRX2\/MrgprB2-dependent mast cell degranulation. Archives of Pharmacal Research 45, no. 9 (2022): 644-657.\"\n        ],\n        \"socials\": [\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fab fa-linkedin\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/nisha-ad\/\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fab fa-orcid\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0000-0003-4745-2293\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fas fa-envelope\",\n            \"url\": \"mailto:nepalaama.na@gmail.com\"\n          }\n        ]\n      }\n    <\/script>\n    \n     <script type=\"application\/json\" id=\"roshan-gyawali-data\">\n  {\n    \"name\": \"Roshan Gyawali\",\n    \"role\": \"Research & Development Pharmacist\",\n    \"image\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/roshan-gyawali.jpg\",\n    \"fullBio\": \"Roshan Gyawali is a Research & Development Pharmacist with a strong academic and industrial background in pharmaceutical sciences. He holds a Bachelor\u2019s degree in Pharmacy from Pokhara University, Nepal, and a Master\u2019s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), India. He has professional experience working across Quality Control (QC), Production, and Formulation Research & Development (FR&D) departments in leading pharmaceutical companies in Nepal. His interests lie in advanced drug delivery systems, formulation development, and promoting public health awareness through pharmaceutical innovation.\",\n    \"researchInterests\": [\n      \"Advanced drug delivery systems\",\n      \"Pharmaceutical formulation development\",\n      \"Quality control and assurance\",\n      \"Production and manufacturing processes\",\n      \"Public health awareness\",\n      \"Pharmaceutical research and development\"\n    ],\n    \"publications\": [],\n    \"socials\": [\n      {\n        \"icon\": \"fab fa-orcid\",\n        \"url\": \"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0008-9190-7375\"\n      },\n      {\n        \"icon\": \"fas fa-envelope\",\n        \"url\": \"mailto:roshangyawali36@gmail.com\"\n      },\n      {\n        \"icon\": \"fab fa-linkedin\",\n        \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/roshan-gyawali-142224192\/\"\n      },\n      {\n        \"icon\": \"fas fa-graduation-cap\",\n        \"url\": \"https:\/\/scholar.google.com\/citations?user=7T1UDnIAAAAJ&hl=en\"\n      }\n    ]\n  }\n<\/script>\n\n    <script type=\"application\/json\" id=\"bishesh-bista-data\">\n      {\n        \"name\": \"Bishesh Bista\",\n        \"role\": \"B. Pharm Student\",\n        \"image\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/bishesh.jpg\",\n        \"fullBio\": \"I am a fourth-semester Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) student at Karnali Academy of Health Sciences (KAHS), with a strong passion for medicinal plants and innovative pharmaceutical formulations. Driven by curiosity and a solid academic foundation, I am committed to evidence-based research that explores the therapeutic potential of natural remedies alongside modern drug development techniques. My goal is to bridge the gap between medical knowledge and practical healthcare solutions, especially in underserved rural regions like Jumla. Beyond academics, I actively participate in health awareness campaigns, student leadership, and scientific discussions to contribute meaningfully to Nepal\u2019s evolving healthcare landscape. I aspire to become a skilled pharmacist and researcher, dedicated to ensuring accessible, effective, and high-quality medicines for all.\",\n        \"researchInterests\": [\n          \"Phytochemistry and Ethnopharmacology\",\n          \"Pharmaceutical Formulation Science\",\n          \"Modernization of Traditional Medicine\"\n        ],\n        \"publications\": [],\n        \"socials\": [\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fab fa-orcid\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0005-6271-3190\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fab fa-linkedin\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/bishesh-bista-4204b22a9\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fas fa-envelope\",\n            \"url\": \"mailto:lucifersdon3@gmail.com\"\n          }\n        ]\n      }\n    <\/script>\n    <script type=\"application\/json\" id=\"saroj-parajuli-data\">\n      {\n        \"name\": \"Saroj (Sarad) Parajuli\",\n        \"role\": \"B. Pharm Student\",\n        \"image\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/saroj.png\",\n        \"fullBio\": \"I am currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) at KAHS. From a young age, I have been curious about how things work, and this curiosity naturally led me to develop a deep interest in research. My passion for pharmacy research stems from the vast potential it holds\u2014there are still many unanswered questions and unmet needs, such as cures for cancer, HIV, and other untreatable hereditary diseases. Additionally, there is great scope for improving drug delivery systems, minimizing side effects, and developing innovative formulations. I believe that even a small contribution in these areas could serve as a stepping stone toward significant advancements in healthcare. My long-term goal is to improve the healthcare system and, ultimately, make a meaningful impact on patients' lives and the well-being of my country. At present, I bring with me academic dedication, an insatiable curiosity, and a strong desire to achieve something novel and impactful. I have also participated in health and awareness programs, leadership initiatives, and social work. However, I must honestly admit that I have not yet had the opportunity to be involved in a scientific discussion\u2014but I am eager and ready for that next step.\",\n        \"researchInterests\": [\n          \"Phytochemicals studies and traditional practices\",\n          \"Drug discovery and Novel Delivery system\",\n          \"Formulations and Clinical trails\",\n          \"Pharmacogenomics\",\n          \"Integration of traditional practice with modern medicine\"\n        ],\n        \"publications\": [],\n        \"socials\": [\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fab fa-orcid\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0003-3464-1412\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fab fa-linkedin\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/sarad-parajuli-4596812a8\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fas fa-envelope\",\n            \"url\": \"mailto:sarad4parajuli@gmail.com\"\n          }\n        ]\n      }\n    <\/script>\n    <script type=\"application\/json\" id=\"shova-shah-data\">\n      {\n        \"name\": \"Shova Shah\",\n        \"role\": \"B. Pharm Student\",\n        \"image\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/shova.jpg\",\n        \"fullBio\": \"I am currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy at Karnali Academy of Health Sciences (KAHS). From a young age, I have been deeply curious about how medicines are developed and how active chemical constituents are discovered from medicinal plants. This curiosity naturally led me to develop a strong interest in research. My goal is to contribute to the development of new medicines for currently incurable diseases such as AIDS, cancer, and genetic disorders. I am particularly interested in exploring Nepal\u2019s rich biodiversity to identify and study medicinal plants with the potential to yield novel bioactive compounds. I aspire to become a skilled pharmacist and researcher, dedicated to ensuring that every individual has access to a safe and healthy life.\",\n        \"researchInterests\": [\n          \"Integration of traditional knowledge with modern medicine\",\n          \"Phytochemical studies\",\n          \"New drug discovery and formulation\"\n        ],\n        \"publications\": [],\n        \"socials\": [\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fab fa-linkedin\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/shova-shah-533734359\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fab fa-orcid\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0009-6373-497X\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fas fa-envelope\",\n            \"url\": \"mailto:shahshova981@gmail.com\"\n          }\n        ]\n      }\n    <\/script>\n    <script type=\"application\/json\" id=\"sangita-sodari-data\">\n      {\n        \"name\": \"Sangita Sodari\",\n        \"role\": \"B. Pharm Student\",\n        \"image\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sangita.png\",\n        \"fullBio\": \"I am Sangita Sodari, a pharmacy student at KAHS with a strong interest in pharmacognosy and innovative pharmaceutical formulation. Growing up in Gorkha amidst the rich biodiversity of Karnali Province sparked my fascination with medicinal plants. Now in my fourth semester of the B.Pharm program, my studies in Pharmacognosy, Pharmacology, and Herbal Medicine have provided a solid foundation in plant-based drug discovery and formulation. I am committed to developing accessible, plant-based healthcare solutions for rural communities in Nepal. My goal is to advance pharmacognostic research and develop innovative pharmaceutical formulations that enhance the therapeutic and economic value of Nepal\u2019s medicinal plants. Specifically, I aim to: Investigate and standardize the pharmacognostic profiles of Himalayan medicinal plants; Develop novel formulations to improve delivery and accessibility; Promote sustainable cultivation to support rural livelihoods and biodiversity conservation. By combining scientific research with modern formulation strategies, I aspire to transform Nepal\u2019s natural resources into effective, affordable healthcare innovations that benefit underserved populations.\",\n        \"researchInterests\": [\n          \"Pharmacognosy and innovative pharmaceutical formulation\",\n          \"Investigating and standardizing pharmacognostic profiles of Himalayan medicinal plants\",\n          \"Developing novel formulations for improved delivery and accessibility\",\n          \"Promoting sustainable cultivation\"\n        ],\n        \"publications\": [],\n        \"socials\": [\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fab fa-linkedin\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/sangita-sodari-709732359\/\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fab fa-orcid\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0007-4001-2216\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fas fa-envelope\",\n            \"url\": \"mailto:sangitasodari259@gmail.com\"\n          }\n        ]\n      }\n    <\/script>\n    <script type=\"application\/json\" id=\"apekshya-sigdel-data\">\n      {\n        \"name\": \"Apekshya Sigdel\",\n        \"role\": \"B. Pharm Student\",\n        \"image\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/apekshya.png\",\n        \"fullBio\": \"I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Pharmacy at KAHS. My academic and research interests are centered on pharmacology, with a particular focus on drug\u2013drug interactions (DDIs). My proposed research aims to investigate the mechanisms, risks, and clinical implications of DDIs, with the overarching goal of enhancing medication safety and promoting rational prescribing practices. I am especially interested in the role of metabolic pathways and enzyme interactions in influencing drug efficacy and toxicity. Through this project, I hope to contribute to a deeper understanding of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamics interactions, ultimately supporting the development of safer and more effective therapeutic strategies.\",\n        \"researchInterests\": [\n          \"Mechanisms and clinical impact of drug\u2013drug interactions\",\n          \"Enzyme-mediated metabolism and its role in drug efficacy and toxicity\",\n          \"Pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic modeling for safer prescribing practices\"\n        ],\n        \"publications\": [],\n        \"socials\": [\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fab fa-linkedin\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/apekshya-sigdel-62864635a\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fab fa-orcid\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0005-4799-1635\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fas fa-envelope\",\n            \"url\": \"mailto:sigdelapekshya9@gmail.com\"\n          }\n        ]\n      }\n    <\/script>\n    <script type=\"application\/json\" id=\"nandini-gupta-data\">\n      {\n        \"name\": \"Nandini Gupta\",\n        \"role\": \"B. Pharm Student\",\n        \"image\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/nandini.jpg\",\n        \"fullBio\": \"I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Pharmacy at Karnali Academy of Health Sciences. As a pharmacy student, I have developed a strong interest in pharmacology\u2014particularly in understanding how drugs act on the body (pharmacodynamics) and how the body processes them (pharmacokinetics). The theoretical study of drug mechanisms has deeply fascinated me, and I am eager to complement this knowledge with practical, hands-on experience. Studying in a rural setting like Jumla has made me acutely aware of the gap between available healthcare services and access to cutting-edge drug research. This has inspired me to bridge the divide between scientific knowledge and the practical needs of underserved communities. I aspire to contribute to the development and optimization of safe, effective therapies by exploring drug behavior at both molecular and systemic levels. While I am highly motivated to engage in experimental research, I also recognize the infrastructural limitations in my current setting. Therefore, I am equally interested in hybrid research approaches\u2014combining practical experimentation with simulations, literature reviews, and visual learning tools such as YouTube-based educational content. This flexible approach will allow me to actively participate in research despite local constraints.\",\n        \"researchInterests\": [\n          \"Mechanisms of drug action\",\n          \"Drug toxicity and safety\",\n          \"Herbal drug discovery\"\n        ],\n        \"publications\": [],\n        \"socials\": [\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fab fa-linkedin\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/nandani-gupta-9457782a2\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fab fa-orcid\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0004-3904-2635\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fas fa-envelope\",\n            \"url\": \"mailto:nandinigupta335@gmail.com\"\n          }\n        ]\n      }\n    <\/script>\n    <script type=\"application\/json\" id=\"sangam-k-c-data\">\n      {\n        \"name\": \"Sangam K.C\",\n        \"role\": \"B. Pharm Student\",\n        \"image\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sangam.jpg\",\n        \"fullBio\": \"What is life? This question has always lingered in my mind. The Buddha once said, \u201cLife is suffering.\u201d Somehow I believe it is true\u2014growth often demands challenge, and challenge often involves suffering. Maybe, some of you are saying that life is simply what we see and what we feel, but even that raises a deeper question: is what we perceive truly real, or just a construct of our minds? By reading the above paragraph you might think I\u2019m a philosopher, but I\u2019m just an enthusiastic undergraduate student at Karnali Academy of Health Sciences, exploring the world in my own way. Playing with syringes, pipes of saline and thinking of building robotic arms, legs etc. by integrating neurons with electronic chips for my childhood. This fusion of imagination and medicine convinces me that my place in medical school is no coincidence. Pharmacy, to me, is a powerful gateway\u2014a bridge between science, innovation, and human well-being. I dream of developing nano-chips that deliver phytochemicals or therapeutic compounds to treat cancer, chronic inflammation, neurodegenerative diseases, and even revive patients from cardiac arrest. I believe the future of pharmacy lies in precision medicine, where treatments are personalized to each individual's biology and delivered precisely to affected tissues. For now, I am committed to building a strong foundation in phytochemistry, pharmacology, pharmaceutics, medicinal chemistry, and biotechnology. I am especially interested in research and interdisciplinary collaboration that pushes the boundaries of traditional pharmacy. I aim to contribute to research focused on plant-derived compounds for chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and neurodegenerative disorders. I am driven not only by scientific curiosity but also by a deep desire to help reshape the future of medicine.\",\n        \"researchInterests\": [\n          \"Exploring the therapeutic and cosmetic potential of herbal medicinal plants\",\n          \"Integrating phytochemicals with nanotechnology\",\n          \"Drug design and molecular modification\"\n        ],\n        \"publications\": [],\n        \"socials\": [\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fab fa-linkedin\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/sangam-k-c-647486281\/\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fab fa-orcid\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0008-2714-7068\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fab fa-github\",\n            \"url\": \"https:\/\/github.com\/sangam-0\"\n          },\n          {\n            \"icon\": \"fas fa-envelope\",\n            \"url\": \"mailto:sangamkc23@gmail.com\"\n          }\n        ]\n      }\n    <\/script>\n    <script type=\"application\/json\" id=\"arjun-adhikari-data\">\n  {\n    \"name\": \"Er. Arjun Adhikari\",\n    \"role\": \"Software Engineer\",\n    \"image\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/pp-photo.jpg\",\n    \"fullBio\": \"Arjun is a graduate of Software Engineering with strong interests in web development, artificial intelligence, cryptography, and agentic systems. His experience includes working on production-grade applications using modern technologies. He led and contributed to platforms, focusing on real-world scalability and security. His research curiosity spans self-supervised learning, decentralized identity (DID), and verifiable credentials (VC). He believe in bridging technical depth with social impact, and have actively participated in community education initiatives, including hackathons and workshops. With a passion for building intelligent, secure systems.He is always eager to collaborate on research-driven and socially impactful technology initiatives. As part of the Dirgha Research Group, he is currently involved in developing a learning platform that promotes the rational use of medicines. His work also explores how AI and modern technology can be integrated with socio-cultural and ethnomedicinal knowledge to create a meaningful bridge between traditional practices and contemporary science.\",\n    \"researchInterests\": [\n      \"AI and Neural Network\",\n      \"Cryptographic systems\",\n      \"Linking AI to socity.\"\n    ],\n    \"publications\": [],\n    \"socials\": [\n      {\n        \"icon\": \"fab fa-linkedin\",\n        \"url\": \"http:\/\/linkedin.com\/in\/arjunadhikary\"\n      },\n      {\n        \"icon\": \"fab fa-orcid\",\n        \"url\": \"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0001-6878-4935\"\n      },\n      {\n        \"icon\": \"fas fa-envelope\",\n        \"url\": \"mailto:arjunadhikari0509@gmail.com\"\n      }\n    ]\n  }\n<\/script>\n\n<script type=\"application\/json\" id=\"ram-kishor-yadav-data\">\n  {\n    \"name\": \"Ram Kishor Yadav\",\n    \"role\": \"B. Pharm Student\",\n    \"image\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ram-kishor-yadav.png\",\n    \"fullBio\": \"Ram Kishor Yadav is a dedicated and motivated Bachelor of Pharmacy student at Karnali Academy of Health Sciences (KAHS), Jumla, Nepal. With a strong academic foundation and an interest in patient-centered care, he actively engages in academic, leadership, and community health activities. He has demonstrated leadership by organizing district-level quiz competitions and earned recognition by securing second position in a competitive quiz event. Ram\u2019s passion lies in exploring the therapeutic potential of medicinal plants, focusing on the development and evaluation of herbal formulations for the prevention and treatment of diseases. His interests align with Nepal\u2019s rich ethnobotanical heritage and its potential contributions to modern healthcare.\",\n    \"researchInterests\": [\n      \"Therapeutic exploration of medicinal plants\",\n      \"Development and evaluation of herbal formulations\",\n      \"Community-based healthcare and awareness\"\n    ],\n    \"socials\": [\n      {\n        \"icon\": \"fab fa-linkedin\",\n        \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/ramkishor-yadav-a135b133b\"\n      },\n      {\n        \"icon\": \"fab fa-orcid\",\n        \"url\": \"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0009-1608-7642\"\n      },\n      {\n        \"icon\": \"fas fa-graduation-cap\",\n        \"url\": \"https:\/\/scholar.google.com\/citations?user=TVddMfsAAAAJ&hl=en\"\n      },\n      {\n        \"icon\": \"fas fa-university\",\n        \"url\": \"https:\/\/independent.academia.edu\/RamYadav369\"\n      },\n      {\n        \"icon\": \"fas fa-envelope\",\n        \"url\": \"mailto:ramkishoryadav071@kahs.edu.np\"\n      }\n    ]\n  }\n<\/script>\n<script type=\"application\/json\" id=\"roshan-gyawali-data\">\n  {\n    \"name\": \"Roshan Gyawali\",\n    \"role\": \"Research & Development Pharmacist\",\n    \"image\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/roshan-gyawali.jpg\",\n    \"fullBio\": \"Mr. Roshan Gyawali holds a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from Pokhara University, Nepal, and a Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmaceutics) from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bengaluru, India. He began his professional journey as an Industrial Pharmacist in the Quality Control department at Grace Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., Rupandehi, Nepal. He later expanded his expertise by working in the Production department at Asian Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., Rupandehi, and subsequently joined the Formulation Research and Development (FR&D) department at Deurali-Janta Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., Kathmandu. Mr. Gyawali has developed a robust understanding of pharmaceutical guidelines and regulatory frameworks, including those related to Regulatory Affairs, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), ISO standards, and the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines. He has hands-on experience with a wide range of pharmaceutical instruments and equipment and is proficient in both basic and advanced manufacturing techniques such as ball milling, top-spray granulation, and Wurster coating. Throughout his career, Mr. Gyawali has nurtured a strong passion for drug delivery systems, with a particular focus on advanced formulation techniques and manufacturing process design aimed at addressing formulation challenges. In addition to his scientific pursuits, he is also dedicated to raising public health awareness through writing. He has authored several informative articles published in national-level online portals and newspapers in Nepal.\",\n    \"researchInterests\": [\n      \"Targeted Drug Delivery\",\n      \"Biotechnology\",\n      \"Bioavailability Enhancement\",\n      \"Cosmeceuticals\"\n    ],\n    \"publications\": [\n      \"Gyawali, R., Rajarajan, S., Regmi, Y., & Aryal, S. (2024). Preparation of Co-Amorphous System Formulation of Poorly Aqueous Soluble APIs for Suitable Acidic & Basic Drugs for Oral Drug Delivery. Dinkum Journal of Medical Innovations, 3(06), 442\u2013459.\",\n      \"Gyawali, R., Rajarajan, S., Regmi, Y., & Aryal, S. (2024). Optimization and Characterization of Co-Amorphous System for Ideal Drug Candidate. Dinkum Journal of Medical Innovations, 4(01), 29\u201347.\",\n      \"Gyawali, R., Aryal, S., Regmi, Y., & Rajarajan, S. (2021). Cocrystallization: An Approach to Improve Bioavailability by Altering Physicochemical Properties of Poorly Soluble APIs. International Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Research, 20(4).\"\n    ],\n    \"socials\":\"socials\": [\n      {\n        \"icon\": \"fab fa-linkedin\",\n        \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/roshan-gyawali-142224192\/\"\n      },\n     \n      {\n        \"icon\": \"fas fa-graduation-cap\",\n        \"url\": \"https:\/\/scholar.google.com\/citations?user=TVddMfsAAAAJ&hl=en\"\n      },\n     \n      {\n        \"icon\": \"fas fa-envelope\",\n        \"url\": \"mailto:roshangyawali36@gmail.com\"\n      }\n    ]\n  }\n<\/script>\n<script type=\"application\/json\" id=\"deependra-muraw-data\">\n{\n  \"name\": \"Deependra Muraw\",\n  \"role\": \"BPharm Student, KAHS Jumla\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/deepndra.png\",\n  \"fullBio\": \"Deependra Muraw is a motivated Bachelor of Pharmacy student at Karnali Academy of Health Sciences (KAHS), Jumla, Nepal. His academic focus lies in pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, and drug mechanisms. Deependra aims to contribute to drug discovery by applying his theoretical knowledge and gaining hands-on research experience. With a strategic mindset shaped by his passion for chess, he brings critical thinking and foresight to scientific challenges. He aspires to advance effective and accessible healthcare solutions through dedicated research and innovation.\",\n  \"researchInterests\": [\n    \"Drug Discovery, Development & Delivery Systems\",\n    \"Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics (PK\/PD)\",\n    \"Pharmacogenomics and Personalized Medicine\",\n    \"Computational Medicinal Chemistry\",\n    \"Natural Products and Phytochemistry\"\n  ],\n  \"socials\": [\n    {\n      \"icon\": \"fab fa-linkedin\",\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/deependra-muraw-84a574349\"\n    },\n    {\n      \"icon\": \"fas fa-graduation-cap\",\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/scholar.google.com\/citations?hl=en&user=YhAyUsoAAAAJ\"\n    },\n    {\n      \"icon\": \"fab fa-orcid\",\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0001-2700-1324\"\n    },\n    {\n      \"icon\": \"fas fa-envelope\",\n      \"url\": \"mailto:deependramuraw@gmail.com\"\n    },\n    {\n      \"icon\": \"fas fa-university\",\n      \"url\": \"mailto:deependra@kahs.edu.np\"\n    }\n  ]\n}\n<\/script>\n    \n <script type=\"application\/json\" id=\"aashish-shah-data\">\n{\n  \"name\": \"Aashish Shah\",\n  \"role\": \"BPharm Student, KAHS Jumla\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/aashish.jpg\",\n  \"fullBio\": \"Aashish Shah is an undergraduate Pharmacy student at Karnali Academy of Health Sciences (KAHS), Jumla. Deeply interested in traditional remedies, phytochemistry, and the modernization of plant-based medicine, he is eager to explore how Nepal\u2019s unique climate influences bioactive compounds. Aashish aspires to bridge traditional healing practices with modern pharmaceutical science to help improve healthcare outcomes. His passion lies in learning, researching, and contributing meaningfully to society through science.\",\n  \"researchInterests\": [\n    \"Drug Discovery\",\n    \"Modernization of Traditional Medicine\",\n    \"Comparative Study of Phytochemicals in Different Climatic Conditions\",\n    \"Pharmaceutical Formulations\"\n  ],\n  \"socials\": [\n    {\n      \"icon\": \"fab fa-linkedin\",\n      \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/aashish-shah-0a4413366\"\n    },\n    {\n      \"icon\": \"fas fa-envelope\",\n      \"url\": \"mailto:shahashish9880@gmail.com\"\n    }\n  ]\n}\n<\/script>\n\n<script type=\"application\/json\" id=\"bivek-kumar-yadav-data\">\n{\n  \"name\": \"Bivek Kumar Yadav\",\n  \"role\": \"BPharm Student, KAHS Jumla\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/bibek.jpg\",\n  \"fullBio\": \"Bivek is a pharmacy student driven by interests in bioinformatics, SAR studies, and AI-based drug discovery. His research combines natural product screening with modern computational and analytical techniques.\",\n  \"researchInterests\": [\n    \"Bioactive compound identification from plants\",\n    \"Computational drug design (molecular docking, QSAR)\",\n    \"Structure-activity relationship (SAR)\",\n    \"AI\/ML in drug data analysis\"\n  ],\n  \"socials\": [\n    { \"icon\": \"fab fa-linkedin\", \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/bivek-kumar-yadav-3197791b4\" },\n    { \"icon\": \"fab fa-orcid\", \"url\": \"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0001-5535-9032\" },\n    { \"icon\": \"fas fa-envelope\", \"url\": \"mailto:ybibek447@gmail.com\" },\n    { \"icon\": \"fas fa-university\", \"url\": \"mailto:bivekyadhav@kahs.edu.np\" }\n  ]\n}\n<\/script>\n\n<script type=\"application\/json\" id=\"pawan-pandya-data\">\n{\n  \"name\": \"Pawan Pandya\",\n  \"role\": \"BPharm Student, KAHS Jumla\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pawan.png\",\n  \"fullBio\": \"Pawan is a pharmacy student intrigued by physics, space-time, and disease modeling. With a natural curiosity for technology, he aims to develop futuristic diagnostic tools and apply chronomedicine principles to healthcare.\",\n  \"researchInterests\": [\n    \"Chronomedicine\",\n    \"Discovery of Diagnostic and Imaging Machinery\",\n    \"Biophysics and Futuristic Treatment Design\"\n  ],\n  \"socials\": [\n    { \"icon\": \"fab fa-linkedin\", \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/pawan-pandey-a2b39a2a5\" },\n    { \"icon\": \"fab fa-orcid\", \"url\": \"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0003-3735-3782\" },\n    { \"icon\": \"fas fa-envelope\", \"url\": \"mailto:pandeypaone@gmail.com\" },\n    { \"icon\": \"fas fa-university\", \"url\": \"mailto:Pandey@kahs.edu.np\" }\n  ]\n}\n<\/script>\n\n<script type=\"application\/json\" id=\"pradeep-narayan-joshi-data\">\n{\n  \"name\": \"Pradeep Narayan Joshi\",\n  \"role\": \"BPharm Student, KAHS Jumla\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/pradeep.jpg\",\n  \"fullBio\": \"Pradeep is a pharmacy student and certified Assistant Pharmacist with field experience. He advocates for antimicrobial resistance (AMR) awareness and specializes in Himalayan herbal medicine. His passion lies in blending Ayurveda with modern pharmacological approaches.\",\n  \"researchInterests\": [\n    \"Herbal medicine\",\n    \"Phytochemical screening\",\n    \"Integration with Ayurveda and modern medicine\",\n    \"Formulation of herbal products\",\n    \"Pharmacological activity of Himalayan plants\"\n  ],\n  \"socials\": [\n    { \"icon\": \"fab fa-linkedin\", \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/pradeep-narayan-joshi-70b3ba333\" },\n    { \"icon\": \"fas fa-graduation-cap\", \"url\": \"https:\/\/scholar.google.com\/citations?hl=en&user=y63wZBEAAAAJ\" },\n    { \"icon\": \"fab fa-orcid\", \"url\": \"https:\/\/orcid.org\/0009-0002-5487-5710\" },\n    { \"icon\": \"fas fa-envelope\", \"url\": \"mailto:pradeepnarayanjoshi2055@gmail.com\" },\n    { \"icon\": \"fas fa-university\", \"url\": \"mailto:pradeep@kahs.edu.np\" }\n  ]\n}\n<\/script>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-6277d9d elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"6277d9d\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-c7c568e\" data-id=\"c7c568e\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-95c89a2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"95c89a2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<script>\n      document.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function () {\n        const cards = document.querySelectorAll(\".card\");\n        const modalOverlay = document.getElementById(\"memberModal\");\n        const closeModalBtn = document.getElementById(\"closeModal\");\n        const modalImg = document.getElementById(\"modal-img\");\n        const modalName = document.getElementById(\"modal-name\");\n        const modalRole = document.getElementById(\"modal-role\");\n        const modalFullBio = document.getElementById(\"modal-full-bio\");\n        const modalResearchInterests = document.getElementById(\n          \"modal-research-interests\"\n        );\n        const modalPublications = document.getElementById(\"modal-publications\");\n        const modalSocials = document.getElementById(\"modal-socials\");\n\n        \/\/ Staggered card animation\n        cards.forEach((card, index) => {\n          card.style.animationDelay = `${index * 0.1}s`;\n        });\n\n        \/\/ Prepare data from script tags\n        const membersData = {};\n        document\n          .querySelectorAll('script[type=\"application\/json\"]')\n          .forEach((script) => {\n            try {\n              const id = script.id.replace(\"-data\", \"\");\n              membersData[id] = JSON.parse(script.textContent);\n            } catch (e) {\n              console.error(\"Error parsing JSON for member:\", script.id, e);\n            }\n          });\n\n        function openModal(memberId) {\n          const member = membersData[memberId];\n\n          if (!member) {\n            console.error(\"Member data not found for ID:\", memberId);\n            return;\n          }\n\n          modalImg.src = member.image;\n          modalImg.alt = member.name;\n          modalName.textContent = member.name;\n          modalRole.textContent = member.role;\n          modalFullBio.textContent = member.fullBio;\n\n          \/\/ Populate Research Interests\n          modalResearchInterests.innerHTML = \"\"; \/\/ Clear previous content\n          if (member.researchInterests && member.researchInterests.length > 0) {\n            const h3 = document.createElement(\"h3\");\n            h3.textContent = \"Research Interests\";\n            modalResearchInterests.appendChild(h3);\n            const ul = document.createElement(\"ul\");\n            ul.classList.add(\"bullet-list\");\n            member.researchInterests.forEach((interest) => {\n              const li = document.createElement(\"li\");\n              li.textContent = interest;\n              ul.appendChild(li);\n            });\n            modalResearchInterests.appendChild(ul);\n          }\n\n          \/\/ Populate Publications\n          modalPublications.innerHTML = \"\"; \/\/ Clear previous content\n          if (member.publications && member.publications.length > 0) {\n            const h3 = document.createElement(\"h3\");\n            h3.textContent = \"Selected Publications\";\n            modalPublications.appendChild(h3);\n            const ul = document.createElement(\"ul\");\n            member.publications.forEach((pub) => {\n              const li = document.createElement(\"li\");\n              li.textContent = pub;\n              ul.appendChild(li);\n            });\n            modalPublications.appendChild(ul);\n          }\n\n          \/\/ Populate Socials\n          modalSocials.innerHTML = \"\"; \/\/ Clear previous content\n          if (member.socials && member.socials.length > 0) {\n            member.socials.forEach((social) => {\n              const a = document.createElement(\"a\");\n              a.href = social.url;\n              a.target = \"_blank\";\n              a.title = social.icon.includes(\"linkedin\")\n                ? \"LinkedIn\"\n                : social.icon.includes(\"graduation-cap\")\n                ? \"Google Scholar\"\n                : social.icon.includes(\"orcid\")\n                ? \"ORCID\"\n                : social.icon.includes(\"globe\")\n                ? \"Website\"\n                : social.icon.includes(\"github\")\n                ? \"GitHub\"\n                : \"Email\";\n              const i = document.createElement(\"i\");\n              i.className = social.icon;\n              a.appendChild(i);\n              modalSocials.appendChild(a);\n            });\n          }\n\n          modalOverlay.classList.add(\"active\");\n          document.body.style.overflow = \"hidden\"; \/\/ Prevent background scrolling\n        }\n\n        function closeModal() {\n          modalOverlay.classList.remove(\"active\");\n          document.body.style.overflow = \"\"; \/\/ Restore background scrolling\n        }\n\n        cards.forEach((card) => {\n          card.addEventListener(\"click\", () => {\n            const memberId = card.dataset.memberId;\n            openModal(memberId);\n          });\n        });\n\n        closeModalBtn.addEventListener(\"click\", closeModal);\n\n        \/\/ Close modal if clicked outside content\n        modalOverlay.addEventListener(\"click\", (e) => {\n          if (e.target === modalOverlay) {\n            closeModal();\n          }\n        });\n      });\n    <\/script>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>",
        "protected": false
    },
    "excerpt": {
        "rendered": "<p>View Our Work Dirgha Research Group Dirgha Research Group Meet our dedicated team of researchers and project members contributing to [&hellip;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"pvc_clear\"><\/div>\n<p id=\"pvc_stats_3213\" class=\"pvc_stats all\" data-element-id=\"3213\" style=\"\"><i class=\"pvc-stats-icon medium\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"far\" data-icon=\"chart-bar\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-chart-bar fa-w-16 fa-2x\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M396.8 352h22.4c6.4 0 12.8-6.4 12.8-12.8V108.8c0-6.4-6.4-12.8-12.8-12.8h-22.4c-6.4 0-12.8 6.4-12.8 12.8v230.4c0 6.4 6.4 12.8 12.8 12.8zm-192 0h22.4c6.4 0 12.8-6.4 12.8-12.8V140.8c0-6.4-6.4-12.8-12.8-12.8h-22.4c-6.4 0-12.8 6.4-12.8 12.8v198.4c0 6.4 6.4 12.8 12.8 12.8zm96 0h22.4c6.4 0 12.8-6.4 12.8-12.8V204.8c0-6.4-6.4-12.8-12.8-12.8h-22.4c-6.4 0-12.8 6.4-12.8 12.8v134.4c0 6.4 6.4 12.8 12.8 12.8zM496 400H48V80c0-8.84-7.16-16-16-16H16C7.16 64 0 71.16 0 80v336c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h464c8.84 0 16-7.16 16-16v-16c0-8.84-7.16-16-16-16zm-387.2-48h22.4c6.4 0 12.8-6.4 12.8-12.8v-70.4c0-6.4-6.4-12.8-12.8-12.8h-22.4c-6.4 0-12.8 6.4-12.8 12.8v70.4c0 6.4 6.4 12.8 12.8 12.8z\" class=\"\"><\/path><\/svg><\/i> <img decoding=\"async\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" alt=\"Loading\" src=\"https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/wp-content\/plugins\/page-views-count\/ajax-loader-2x.gif\" border=0 \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"pvc_clear\"><\/div>",
        "protected": false
    },
    "author": 1,
    "featured_media": 0,
    "parent": 0,
    "menu_order": 0,
    "comment_status": "closed",
    "ping_status": "closed",
    "template": "elementor_header_footer",
    "meta": {
        "_uag_custom_page_level_css": "",
        "_monsterinsights_skip_tracking": false,
        "_monsterinsights_sitenote_active": false,
        "_monsterinsights_sitenote_note": "",
        "_monsterinsights_sitenote_category": 0,
        "_uf_show_specific_survey": 0,
        "_uf_disable_surveys": false,
        "site-sidebar-layout": "default",
        "site-content-layout": "",
        "ast-site-content-layout": "default",
        "site-content-style": "default",
        "site-sidebar-style": "default",
        "ast-global-header-display": "",
        "ast-banner-title-visibility": "",
        "ast-main-header-display": "",
        "ast-hfb-above-header-display": "",
        "ast-hfb-below-header-display": "",
        "ast-hfb-mobile-header-display": "",
        "site-post-title": "",
        "ast-breadcrumbs-content": "",
        "ast-featured-img": "",
        "footer-sml-layout": "",
        "ast-disable-related-posts": "",
        "theme-transparent-header-meta": "",
        "adv-header-id-meta": "",
        "stick-header-meta": "",
        "header-above-stick-meta": "",
        "header-main-stick-meta": "",
        "header-below-stick-meta": "",
        "astra-migrate-meta-layouts": "set",
        "ast-page-background-enabled": "default",
        "ast-page-background-meta": {
            "desktop": {
                "background-color": "",
                "background-image": "",
                "background-repeat": "repeat",
                "background-position": "center center",
                "background-size": "auto",
                "background-attachment": "scroll",
                "background-type": "",
                "background-media": "",
                "overlay-type": "",
                "overlay-color": "",
                "overlay-opacity": "",
                "overlay-gradient": ""
            },
            "tablet": {
                "background-color": "",
                "background-image": "",
                "background-repeat": "repeat",
                "background-position": "center center",
                "background-size": "auto",
                "background-attachment": "scroll",
                "background-type": "",
                "background-media": "",
                "overlay-type": "",
                "overlay-color": "",
                "overlay-opacity": "",
                "overlay-gradient": ""
            },
            "mobile": {
                "background-color": "",
                "background-image": "",
                "background-repeat": "repeat",
                "background-position": "center center",
                "background-size": "auto",
                "background-attachment": "scroll",
                "background-type": "",
                "background-media": "",
                "overlay-type": "",
                "overlay-color": "",
                "overlay-opacity": "",
                "overlay-gradient": ""
            }
        },
        "ast-content-background-meta": {
            "desktop": {
                "background-color": "var(--ast-global-color-5)",
                "background-image": "",
                "background-repeat": "repeat",
                "background-position": "center center",
                "background-size": "auto",
                "background-attachment": "scroll",
                "background-type": "",
                "background-media": "",
                "overlay-type": "",
                "overlay-color": "",
                "overlay-opacity": "",
                "overlay-gradient": ""
            },
            "tablet": {
                "background-color": "var(--ast-global-color-5)",
                "background-image": "",
                "background-repeat": "repeat",
                "background-position": "center center",
                "background-size": "auto",
                "background-attachment": "scroll",
                "background-type": "",
                "background-media": "",
                "overlay-type": "",
                "overlay-color": "",
                "overlay-opacity": "",
                "overlay-gradient": ""
            },
            "mobile": {
                "background-color": "var(--ast-global-color-5)",
                "background-image": "",
                "background-repeat": "repeat",
                "background-position": "center center",
                "background-size": "auto",
                "background-attachment": "scroll",
                "background-type": "",
                "background-media": "",
                "overlay-type": "",
                "overlay-color": "",
                "overlay-opacity": "",
                "overlay-gradient": ""
            }
        },
        "footnotes": ""
    },
    "class_list": [
        "post-3213",
        "page",
        "type-page",
        "status-publish",
        "hentry"
    ],
    "aioseo_notices": [],
    "uagb_featured_image_src": {
        "full": false,
        "thumbnail": false,
        "medium": false,
        "medium_large": false,
        "large": false,
        "1536x1536": false,
        "2048x2048": false,
        "trp-custom-language-flag": false
    },
    "uagb_author_info": {
        "display_name": "admin",
        "author_link": "https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/en\/author\/admin_drdirghajoshi\/"
    },
    "uagb_comment_info": 0,
    "uagb_excerpt": "View Our Work Dirgha Research Group Dirgha Research Group Meet our dedicated team of researchers and project members contributing to [&hellip;]",
    "rttpg_featured_image_url": null,
    "rttpg_author": {
        "display_name": "admin",
        "author_link": "https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/en\/author\/admin_drdirghajoshi\/"
    },
    "rttpg_comment": 0,
    "rttpg_category": null,
    "rttpg_excerpt": "View Our Work Dirgha Research Group Dirgha Research Group Meet our dedicated team of researchers and project members contributing to [&hellip;]",
    "_links": {
        "self": [
            {
                "href": "https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/3213",
                "targetHints": {
                    "allow": [
                        "GET"
                    ]
                }
            }
        ],
        "collection": [
            {
                "href": "https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"
            }
        ],
        "about": [
            {
                "href": "https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"
            }
        ],
        "author": [
            {
                "embeddable": true,
                "href": "https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"
            }
        ],
        "replies": [
            {
                "embeddable": true,
                "href": "https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3213"
            }
        ],
        "version-history": [
            {
                "count": 0,
                "href": "https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/3213\/revisions"
            }
        ],
        "wp:attachment": [
            {
                "href": "https:\/\/dirghajoshi.com.np\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3213"
            }
        ],
        "curies": [
            {
                "name": "wp",
                "href": "https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}",
                "templated": true
            }
        ]
    }
}