Hi, I’m
Surya Prasad Dahal
PhD Research Fellow
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Summary
I am a veterinarian and microbiologist currently pursuing a PhD at Nord University, Norway, where my research focuses on the conjugative transfer of multidrug resistance plasmids from Aeromonas salmonicida to E. coli. My work involves whole genome sequencing, integron analysis, and characterization of mobile genetic elements contributing to antimicrobial resistance in aquatic environments.
With over seven years of experience in veterinary medicine, research, and diagnostics, I have developed strong expertise in AMR surveillance, microbial genetics, fish health, and One Health approaches. I hold a veterinary license from the Nepal Veterinary Council and have contributed to both national and international research initiatives on zoonotic pathogens, fish disease, and sustainable aquaculture.
I am passionate about improving animal welfare and applying integrative scientific solutions to global challenges in health, food security, and the environment.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
9
years of post-secondary education
3
Certifications
4
Languages
Work History
Heifer International Nepal
PROGRAM OFFICER- Livestock Technology and One Health
04.2022 - 07.2022
Job overview
- Effective delivery of animal health and production technologies, knowledge and skills to Heifer team, project partners, cooperatives, and beneficiaries.
- Ensure and understand and adopt improved technologies to maximize farm animal productivity for consistence and supply of quality animals.
- Work in close collaboration and coordination with the Heifer Nepal Program team, local government, project partners, cooperatives, and Community Agro-Vet Entrepreneurs (CAVE)
Anamol Feeds Pvt Ltd
TECHNICAL PROGRAM OFFICER
03.2018 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Postmortem Services, Disease diagnosis, and treatment of commercial animals
- Provide follow-up care for commercial animals and technical extension support for farmers
- Collect and process suspected samples and process in the lab (Culture, Biochemical tests, AST)
- Assist in Feed Formulation of various commercial species based on related stakeholders' preference for the achievement of increment livestock productivity along with one health approach
- Communicate with team regarding the production, marketing and efficiency of the product with the view of sustainable livestock promotion based on field experience
- Involve in planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluating of the activities effectively, in collaboration with partners.
- Represent company in various meetings, workshops and seminars with a view to the exchange of innovative ideas and provide technical support to partners as needed
- Work in close coordination with relevant officers, program staff and maintain relationship with existing stakeholders including educational institutions, researchers
- Build up linkage and coordination with new partners for leverage of livestock and agricultural productivity.
- Planning, Monitoring and reporting based on feed performance and efficiency
- Support in documentation from the results of output/outcome ensuring all the reporting compliances are met.
- Provide technical and financial support to marginal stakeholders and farmers as a response to the post earthquake and pandemic.
- Foster good management and staff relations through effective information sharing and open channels of communication with concerned field level line agencies
Shree Shailaputri Secondary School
FACULTY COORDINATOR (VETERINARY)
05.2017 - 03.2018
Job overview
- Formulate and facilitate the Departmental Academic and Practical activities
- Conduct Theoretical and Practical classes
- Provide training to the local beneficiaries about animal, poultry, and fisheries farming systems, management, and clinical interpretations
- Conduct regular meetings among the faculty staff and discuss present progress and further plans
- Organize workshops and seminars related to animal health and provide technical support to local beneficiaries.
- Provide TOT to local and marginal servicing JTA for effective implementation of all the organized activities.
- Assist in developing the appropriate strategy to monitor the progress, quality and impacts of activities implemented
- Respond well to long-term community needs by giving credence to long-term institutions with strengthening the relationship with community members as well as governmental and non-governmental organizations.
- Articles and success stories writing, report writing on activities conducted
- Conducting awareness programs among students and community members about the importance and implementation of one health approach for sustainable agriculture and livestock system development with minimum environmental impacts
Education
Nord University
PHD RESEARCHER from Surveillance, gene transfer and reversal of antimicrobial resistance genes in farmed fish
11.2022 - Current
Agriculture and Forestry University (AFU)Rampur, Chitwan
MASTERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE from BIOTECHNOLOGY, PATHOLOGY
12.2017 - 12.2020
University Overview
Master's Thesis Research Topic: Identification of Virulence and Antibiotic resistance genes of Salmonella spp from commercial poultry farms of Chitwan, Nepal.
Institute of Agriculture and Animal Science (IAAS), Tribhuvan UniversityRampur, Chitwan
BACHELOR OF VETERINARY SCIENCE & ANIMAL HUSBANDRY (B.V.SC & A.H.)
12.2011 - 04.2017
University Overview
Bachelor's Thesis Research Topic: Assessment of Welfare Status of Working Equids of Kathmandu and Chitwan District Using Health and Behavioral Parameters
Orchid Science College, HSEBBharatpur, Nepal
HIGHER SECONDARY EDUCATION BOARD
07.2007 - 08.2009
University Overview
Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, English
Grandee English Secondary School, GONChitwan, Nepal
SCHOOL LEAVING CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION
04.1995 - 06.2007
University Overview
General (Math, Science, English, Social Studies)
Skills
MS-Word
MS-Excel
MS-PowerPoint
SPSS
STATA
Data collection software
GIS
Disease Diagnosis
treatment
Monitoring
Anti-Mortem Techniques
Post-Mortem Techniques
Sample collection
Laboratory skills
Autoclave
Hygiene
Sample transport
Sample storage
Hematology
Biochemistry
Microbiological cultures
Nutrient Analysis
Serological tests
PCR
RTPCR
DNA isolation
DNA Analysis
Spectrophotometry
Gel documentation
MIC Test
Cell culture
MALDITOF
colony count
Scientific Paper Writing
critical thinking
analytical skills
communication skills
interpersonal skills
self-motivated
fast learner
comprehensive leading ability
prioritize
organize
busy workloads
seek out new responsibilities
strive for quality
hardworking
positive attitude
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 06/03/90
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Nepalese
Publications
- 2017, Colibacillosis in Poultry Production; Challenges, The Blue Cross Journal, 17, 135-137, 2091-0495
- 2021, Assessment of Welfare Status of Working Equids of Kathmandu Valley and Chitwan District Using Health and Behavioral Parameters, ACTA Scientific Veterinary Sciences, 2582-3183, 3, 7, 02-08
Participations
- Fish Disease I Course, 04/21/25 - 04/26/25, University of Copenhagen, Denmark
- EUTALENT Competition, 09/09/24 - 09/14/24, University of Selisha, Poland
- Bacterial Comparative Genomics Course, 04/08/24 - 04/12/24, University of Bergen, Norway
- 3rd International Conference on Aquatic Animal Epidemiology, 11/29/23 - 12/01/23, Lucknow, India
- Bioinformatics Course, 04/17/23 - 04/21/23, University of Oslo, Norway
- Ecological and Interspecies Ethics Course, 10/23/23 - 10/27/23, Nord University, Bodø, Norway
- Principles in Animal Experimentation Course, 01/09/23 - 01/17/23, Nord University, Bodø, Norway
- Antimicrobial Resilience Survey, 06/22/20 - 07/25/20, Kathmandu Valley, Nepal
- Breeder Management and Incubation Training, 03/01/20, Nepal
- Basic Small Animal Soft Tissue Surgery and Anesthesia Course, 08/08/15 - 11/01/15, Agriculture and Forestry University, Nepal
Certification
FELASA Certification
Timeline
Techniques in Electron Microscopy
06-2024
FELASA Certification
05-2023
Nord University
PHD RESEARCHER from Surveillance, gene transfer and reversal of antimicrobial resistance genes in farmed fish
11.2022 - Current
PROGRAM OFFICER- Livestock Technology and One Health
Heifer International Nepal
04.2022 - 07.2022
TECHNICAL PROGRAM OFFICER
Anamol Feeds Pvt Ltd
03.2018 - 03.2022
Licensed Veterinary Surgeon – Nepal
12-2017
Agriculture and Forestry University (AFU)
MASTERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE from BIOTECHNOLOGY, PATHOLOGY
12.2017 - 12.2020
FACULTY COORDINATOR (VETERINARY)
Shree Shailaputri Secondary School
05.2017 - 03.2018
Institute of Agriculture and Animal Science (IAAS), Tribhuvan University
BACHELOR OF VETERINARY SCIENCE & ANIMAL HUSBANDRY (B.V.SC & A.H.)
12.2011 - 04.2017
Orchid Science College, HSEB
HIGHER SECONDARY EDUCATION BOARD
07.2007 - 08.2009
Grandee English Secondary School, GON
SCHOOL LEAVING CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION
04.1995 - 06.2007