Apekshya Kandel
I am Apekshya Kandel; an enthusiast of applied agricultural science and integrated informatics, currently residing and working in Nepal. I completed my bachelor's degree in Agriculture Science from Tribhuvan University, Nepal in 2020. While working in the field of agriculture for more than 2 years, I got opportunities to explore research at field level. Personally, I regard opportunities of learning and applying the acquired knowledge vital. Moreover, resourcefulness and meticulous background knowledge are what I take as the most important prerequisite for sustainable research. I find worth in taking risks, working hard and learning from mistakes. These inclinations have helped me to embrace diversity of responsibilities, work with knowledge sharing in a team as well as lead the responsibilities independently, when required.
I believe great things come from hard work and perseverance.
Bhairahawa, Nepal
2016 - 2020
Undergraduate Degree
83.6 %
Kathmandu, Nepal
2013 - 2015
Higher Secondary Education Board (HSEB)
80 %
Banke, Nepal
2004 - 2013
School Leaving Certificate
83.6 %
Pokhara, Nepal
March 2022 - Present
Product Optimisation Lead
- Played a key role in the development of quality assured nutraceuticals by standardizing traditional processing technology, as part of a project funded by Gandaki Province Academy of Science and Technology (GPAST).
- Took responsibility for optimizing the shelf life of agricultural products, implementing strategies to enhance their longevity and reduce post-harvest losses using Response Surface Methodology approach of Designs of Experiment.
- Utilized scientific methods and innovative approaches to ensure the quality and safety of nutraceutical products, contributing to the overall success of the project.
Lalitpur, Nepal
January 2022 - January 2023
Agriculture Graduate Technician (7th Level Officer)
I was designated to work at Agriculture Knowledge Centre, Gandaki Province where I was responsible to supervise the projects handed over by Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development to the local levels.
- Oversaw the successful transfer of programs from the Central Government of Nepal to the Local Government, ensuring efficient supervision and implementation.
- Conducted impactful trainings and workshops in Kaski district of Nepal, empowering farmers with valuable knowledge and skills.
- Produced detailed monthly and annual reports and developed localized programs, facilitating informed decision-making at the local level for sustainable development.
Remote
April 2022 - August 2022
Data Science Intern
At iNeuron, I worked on a project: Forest Cover Classification where I created classification model using clustering and ensemble machine learning techniques.
- Developed a classification model for Forest Cover Classification using clustering and ensemble machine learning methods.
- Cleaned and preprocessed the data to ensure accurate and reliable results.
- Collaborated with different teams to explain complex ideas and achieve successful project outcomes.
Kathmandu, Nepal
Jan 2021 - Dec 2021
Agriculture Research and Data Analysis Assistant
- Reviewed relevant literature to gain insights into climate-induced threats to food production and food security in the Karnali region of Nepal.
- Collected and organized data related to agriculture, including GIS files, to support the project's objectives.
- Maintained databases to ensure efficient storage and retrieval of agricultural and GIS data, facilitating data analysis for informed decision-making.
