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Smarika Pokhrel

Biotechnology Graduate | Research Assistant

Smarika Pokhrel

About Me

I am Smarika Pokhrel, a Biotechnology researcher interested in natural products and their applications in human health. My current research focuses on plant-derived metabolites and their inhibitory activity against different enzymes, contributing to research in Alzheimer’s disease and neurodegeneration. I also have a growing interest in skin health, natural bioactive compounds, and evidence-based skincare development.

My research experience includes HPLC-based analysis, natural product extraction and fractionation, phytochemical screening, antioxidant and enzyme-based assays, bioactive compound evaluation, and foundational molecular docking.

Explore My Work

Research Interests

Areas that inspire my scientific curiosity

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Biotechnology

Exploring biological systems and their applications in health, research and innovation.

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Drug Discovery

Interested in natural products, molecular interactions and computer-aided drug discovery.

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Bioinformatics

Using computational approaches to understand biological sequences, structures and interactions.

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Natural Products

Investigating bioactive compounds and their potential applications in health and biotechnology.

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In-Silico Research

Molecular docking, protein-ligand interactions, pharmacokinetics and computational analysis.

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Innovation

Connecting scientific research with real-world applications and future biotechnology ventures.

My Journey

2021 – 2026

B.Tech. Biotechnology

Kathmandu University

Academic training in biotechnology, molecular biology, bioinformatics and bioprocessing.

Research

Research Assistant

Kathmandu University

Working on laboratory and computational research projects involving biotechnology and bioinformatics.

Future

Global Biotechnology & Innovation

MSc • Industry • Entrepreneurship

Aspiring to connect advanced biotechnology research with industry and innovative health and skincare solutions.

Selected Work

Research projects, academic work and scientific interests

PROJECT 01

Computer-Aided Drug Discovery

Molecular docking analysis of bioactive compounds against selected protein targets.

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PROJECT 02

Natural Product Research

Investigation of plant-derived metabolites and their potential biological activities.

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PROJECT 03

Bioinformatics & Molecular Analysis

Sequence analysis, molecular modelling and computational approaches to biological research.

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Let's Connect

Interested in biotechnology, research, collaboration or innovation? I would love to connect.

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