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Sapana Tiwari

Sapana Tiwari

Frankfort,KY

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Graduate Research Assistant

Kentucky State University
Frankfort, Kentucky
01.2023 - Current
  • Perform laboratory tests, sample collections, and other technical tasks related to ongoing research studies.
  • Interpret results from experiments or surveys and identify potential implications for further study or applications in practice.
  • Attend professional conferences to present research findings and network with peers in the field.
  • Create visual presentations of data using software such as Microsoft PowerPoint.
  • Guide undergraduate students working on independent projects related to the main research focus.
  • Participate in weekly lab meetings to discuss ongoing work within the lab group setting.
  • Gather, review, and summarize literature from scientific journals.
  • Prepare reports, presentations, and articles using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
  • Design research and experimental studies, executing research techniques, tests, and assays.
  • Prepare and present reports on research progress to faculty members.
  • Assist with the design of experiments, study protocols, and data collection methods.
  • Maintain laboratory operations and assist with testing activities.
  • Developed survey instruments and administered surveys to collect primary data.

Agriculture Officer

The Government of Nepal
Taplejung, Nepal
07.2020 - 08.2021
  • Organized training programs for farmers on the latest techniques in crop production and livestock management.
  • Provided technical advice to farmers on soil fertility, irrigation systems, pest control, and other agricultural issues.
  • Coordinated with government agencies such as the Department of Agriculture to provide resources for farmers.
  • Investigated complaints from the public concerning agricultural activities in the area.
  • Created educational materials about sustainable farming practices for distribution among local communities.
  • Organized field days for farmers in order to demonstrate new products or services related to agriculture.
  • Analyzed data collected from surveys of farm operations to identify trends in agriculture practices.

Technical Advisor Plant Science

Saraswati Technical School
Jhapa, Nepal
10.2019 - 07.2020
  • Instructed students in academic subjects such as plant protection and plant breeding.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Assessed student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills and problem-solving strategies among students.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
  • Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.

Agri-Intern

Prime Minister Agriculture Modernization Project
Jajarkot, Nepal
11.2018 - 04.2019
  • Monitored citrus crop health, soil conditions, and pest levels.
  • Maintained records of crop yields, soil fertility, and other data points.
  • Prepared reports on findings related to agriculture projects.
  • Analyzed results from field experiments to determine best practices for production processes.
  • Organized field days for farmers to learn about new technologies or techniques being used in the industry.
  • Harvested and inspected crops by hand for quality purposes.
  • Carried out survey research entitled “Economic Analysis of Mandarin Production in Jajarkot District".

Volunteer

Center for Agriculture Research and Development Nepal
12.2016 - 11.2017
  • Collaborated on a soil science training program for local farmers, focusing on essential skills in soil nutrient measurement.
  • Guided farmers in practical techniques for assessing soil fertility, including hands-on training in sampling, nutrient analysis, and result interpretation.
  • Developed and delivered educational materials and workshops to enhance understanding of sustainable agricultural practices, emphasizing soil health in crop production.
  • Facilitated group discussions and one-on-one sessions to address farmers' challenges in soil management and nutrient optimization.
  • Organized community outreach events with volunteers, fostering a collaborative learning environment and promoting knowledge sharing.
  • Demonstrated practical applications of soil science through field demonstrations, ensuring farmers could apply knowledge on their own farms.

Education

4 years B.Sc. (Agriculture) -

Agriculture And Forestry University Chitwan, Nepal
01.2019

2 years Intermediate level (science) -

Kathmandu Model H.S. School
01.2013

10 years School Leaving Certificate -

Creative Academy Kirtipur, Kathmandu
01.2011

Masters in Environmental Studies (MES) -

Kentucky State University
Frankfort, KY

Skills

  • Basic computer skills
  • Microsoft Office Packages (MS-excel, MS-Word, MS-Power point)
  • SPSS
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Activities

  • Led and supervised a team of eight technical assistants and junior technical assistants, optimizing their performance and ensuring the smooth execution of agricultural initiatives.
  • Coordinated multiple agricultural programs, including kiwi production (2 pockets), goat production (2 pockets), yak production (2 pockets), and a multipurpose nursery development program (1 pocket), demonstrating effective multitasking and project management skills.
  • Executed a comprehensive project on mushroom production, showcasing hands-on expertise in agricultural project development and implementation.
  • Conducted training sessions for local farmers, covering topics such as commercial off-season vegetable farming, kiwi production, and disease and pest management for both vegetables and mandarins. These initiatives were conducted with the financial support of Sirijangha Rural Municipality, contributing to the community's economic development.

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 01/30/96
  • Nationality: Nepalese

Participations

  • Participated in “Climate Smart Agriculture and Soils 2nd International Conference on Food & Agriculture 2018” organized in the collaborative effort of The Ohio State University and University of Nebraska Lincoln on in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India - 29th - 31st March 2018
  • Participated in the “National Youth Conference 2017” as the district alumni on occasion of International Youth Day 2017, Kathmandu. 12th -14th Aug,2017

Accomplishments

  • Graduate Research Assistantship for MS in Environmental Science and Sustainable Agriculture at Kentucky State University [2023-2024]
  • Full Merit-Based Scholarship for Undergraduate Studies at Agriculture and Forestry University [2014-2019]
  • Actively participated and Received Oral Presentation Award in the “International Conference on Food & Agriculture” organized in the collaborative effort of The Ohio State University and University of Nebraska Lincoln, in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India - March 29th-31st, 2018

Languages

English
Professional
Nepali
Full Professional
Hindi
Professional

Professional Development

Soil Water Assessment Tool (SWAT) Training
Organizer: Texas A&M University in conjunction with Kentucky State University
Location: Frankfort, Kentucky, USA
Date: June 12-15, 2023

Training of Trainers (TOT)

Organizer: Training Institute for Technical Instruction

Location: Biratnagar, Nepal

Date: 01/10/2020- 01/15/2020

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Training
Organizer: Congregations Around Richmond Involved To Assure Shelter (CARITAS) Nepal
Location: Chitwan
Duration: 01/18/2018 to 08/13/2018

Flower Arrangement Training
Organizer: Agriculture and Forestry University, Rampur
Date: 24th - 25th April, 2018
Workshop on Research Methodology: Methods and Techniques

Organizer: The Eco Minions
Date: 17th - 20th Feb, 2017
Basic First Aid Training
Organizer: Nepal Youth Red Cross Circle, Rampur, Chitwan
Date: 9th - 11th April, 2016
International Assessment for Schools
Organizer: The University of New South Wales, Australia
Year: 2009

Timeline

Graduate Research Assistant

Kentucky State University
01.2023 - Current

Agriculture Officer

The Government of Nepal
07.2020 - 08.2021

Technical Advisor Plant Science

Saraswati Technical School
10.2019 - 07.2020

Agri-Intern

Prime Minister Agriculture Modernization Project
11.2018 - 04.2019

Volunteer

Center for Agriculture Research and Development Nepal
12.2016 - 11.2017

4 years B.Sc. (Agriculture) -

Agriculture And Forestry University Chitwan, Nepal

2 years Intermediate level (science) -

Kathmandu Model H.S. School

10 years School Leaving Certificate -

Creative Academy Kirtipur, Kathmandu

Masters in Environmental Studies (MES) -

Kentucky State University

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