Scientific Writing Ethics Training at Pokhara University

Scientific Writing Ethics Training Concludes at Pokhara University

A two-day faculty development training titled Scientific Writing and Publication Ethics, organized by the Faculty of Health Sciences at Pokhara University, concluded today at Mattikhan Mount View Resort, Pokhara, Kaski.

The training was inaugurated by the Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, Prof. Dr. Bishnu Raj Tiwari. In the opening session, he emphasized the importance of research-based knowledge for effective teaching. He expressed his belief that this training would support both teaching and learning, while also helping improve academic mindset and classroom engagement.

Remarks by Founding Dean Dr. Khemraj Joshi

Speaking at the event, Pokhara University assembly member and founding dean of the faculty, Associate Prof. Dr. Khemraj Joshi, shared that faculty development training helps enhance essential skills among educators. He noted that such programs contribute to making teaching and learning more accessible and meaningful. He added that teachers should not limit their influence to the classroom but also become sources of inspiration for society.

Thoughts from Former Dean Dr. Amar Nagila

Former Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, Associate Prof. Dr. Amar Nagila, stated that the teaching profession comes with both dignity and challenges. He stressed that faculty members should focus not only on teaching but also on research, and that research should be integrated into classroom instruction. He expressed appreciation to the current dean for continuing the initiative he had started.

Participation from Affiliated Institutions

Faculty members actively participated in the training from the following constituent and affiliated institutions:

• School of Health and Allied Sciences, Pokhara

• Pokhara University Teaching Hospital

• Nobel College, Kathmandu

• Crimson College of Technology, Butwal

• B.P. Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital Nursing College, Bharatpur

• Himalaya Eye Institute, Pokhara

Program Coordination and Presentations

The training program was coordinated by Assistant Professor Nimbahadur Dangi, while the opening session was moderated by Assistant Professor Bijay Subedi.

Presentations were delivered by:

• Associate Prof. Dr. Damru Prasad Paneru

• Associate Prof. Dr. Namaraj Dhami

• Associate Prof. Dr. Dipendra Kumar Yadav

• Associate Prof. Dr. Khemraj Joshi

• Dr. Parbati Thapa

• Dr. Rajkumar Thapa

• Chiranjivi Adhikari

Each presenter addressed key topics related to academic writing, ethical standards, and publishing practices.