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Divya Panta

@divyapanta

Biotechnology graduate with Kathmandu University research in bottled-water quality and soil microbial diversity using qPCR.

Nepal

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking food technology and production-related roles where I can apply my biotechnology, laboratory research, and food safety experience while developing my technical and industry expertise.

At Kathmandu University, I analyzed bottled-water samples for physico-chemical and microbial parameters, using standard laboratory techniques and comparing results with WHO and Nepal Drinking Water Quality Standards.

For my undergraduate thesis, I studied microbial diversity in agrochemical and virgin soils. I collected and processed samples, performed DNA extraction, PCR and qPCR, and analyzed data using Microsoft Excel and statistical methods.

As a Research Intern at National Biotechnology Research Centre, NARC, I gained experience in field data collection, maize phenotypic characterization and molecular biology techniques. I also co-authored a book chapter and a qPCR-based research paper, and have worked as a STEM Specialist - AI Data Trainer at Invisible Technologies by Meridial.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

STEM Specialist - AI Data Trainer

Invisible Technologies by Meridial

Aug 2025 - May 2026 (9 months)

Trained AI chatbots in the STEM field by curating and labeling data, verifying technical accuracy, and ensuring high-quality responses across science, technology, engineering, and mathematics topics.

Data Curation Data Labeling Technical Accuracy STEM AI Training

Research Intern

National Biotechnology Research Centre, NARC

Aug 2025 - Present (1 year 2 months)

Gained practical experience in field data collection, maize phenotypic characterization, and molecular biology techniques such as PCR, gel electrophoresis, and marker-assisted selection (MAS).

PCR Gel Electrophoresis Marker Assisted Breeding Field Data Collection Phenotypic Characterization