OUCRU Nepal

12/05/2026

Thinking about a PhD in infectious disease research?

This fully funded opportunity is based right here in Asia.
Join our virtual information session to explore OUCRU’s 4-year PhD programme, with placements in Vietnam, Indonesia, or Nepal, and enrolment through the University of Oxford or The Open University.

📅 14 May 2026 | 2–4 PM (ICT)

What you’ll learn:
• About OUCRU and the PhD programme
• Research areas and training pathways
• Experiences from current PhD students
• Live Q&A

06/05/2026

We’re hiring at OUCRU Nepal!

Open positions:
🔹 Research Nurse
🔹 Medical Officer
🔹 Ethics & Pharmacy Officer

Apply here:
👉 https://www.jobsnepal.com/research-nurse-142250
👉 https://www.jobsnepal.com/medical-officer-142252
👉 https://www.jobsnepal.com/ethics-and-pharmacy-officer-142253

Please see more information on OUCRU website: www.oucru.org

Be part of impactful health research.

Job titleEthics and Pharmacy OfficerReporting toHead of Clinical Trials UnitDuty StationJhamsikhel, LalitpurHours of Work8 am to 4 pmTenureInitially for one ye..

30/04/2026

Expanding our reach, strengthening our impact 🌍

As part of our Public Engagement (PE) on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), we expanded our activities across multiple wards of Kathmandu, engaging a diverse audience including teachers’ groups, yoga clubs, and community members. The sessions were designed to be highly interactive, encouraging open discussion and active participation.

The sessions were conducted and facilitated by Dr. Bimal Kumar Bista , Dr. Bidhya Sharma , Dr. Aastha Ghimire , and nurses Durga Bishra and Seema Poudyal , all of whom played an active role in leading the engagement. The program included pre- and post-tests to assess knowledge gain, along with interactive activities such as a “Myths and Facts” game to address common misconceptions about AMR.

Through these inclusive and participatory approaches, we aimed to raise awareness, strengthen understanding, and empower communities to take informed actions against AMR

23/04/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Abhilasha Karkey! 🎉

We are proud to share that Dr. Abhilasha Karkey, Director of OUCRU Nepal, has received the Health Research Award from the Nepal Health Research Council (NHRC- https://nhrc.gov.np/ ) at the 12th National Summit of Health and Population Scientists held in Kathmandu (10–12 April 2026).

This prestigious national recognition honors Dr Karkey’s outstanding contributions to health research in Nepal, including her impactful work on typhoid epidemiology, antimicrobial resistance, and evidence-based policymaking. Her research has directly informed vaccine introduction and strengthened national health surveillance systems.

This award reflects not only Dr Karkey’s leadership and scientific excellence but also the dedication of research teams and partners working to improve health outcomes in Nepal and the region.

Congratulations once again on this well-deserved honor!

01/04/2026

From young minds to older generations, OUCRU Nepal's community engagement in Kathmandu Wards 12 and 14 brought people together to learn about Influenza and Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), a meaningful step toward building informed and healthier communities.

The sessions were conducted with women’s groups and sahakari groups (cooperative groups), using an interactive and participatory approach. Each session included pre- and post-test assessments to measure knowledge gained and reinforce learning.

Medical doctors from OUCRU Nepal facilitated the sessions, leading discussions on Influenza and AMR through engaging methods such as Q&A, group discussions, and interactive activities, ensuring active participation across different age groups.

30/03/2026

Study Close-Out Meeting Successfully Conducted!

OUCRU Nepal successfully organized the Study Close-Out Meeting for the project on “Feasibility of Using Real-Time AI Monitoring in Hospitalized Patients with Community-Acquired Pneumonia and Suspected Sepsis”
Conducted at Institute of Medicine, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, this study explored the use of low-cost, non-invasive wearable devices for continuous patient monitoring. The preliminary findings highlight the potential of using wearable devices to remotely monitor critically ill patients, to ease the burden on healthcare systems, especially in low- and middle-income countries like Nepal.
🙏 We extend our sincere gratitude to all collaborators, healthcare professionals, and participants who made this project possible.

27/02/2026

OUCRU Nepal successfully organized the dissemination event for the study “Understanding the Current Childhood Pneumonia Management Practices in Nepal on February 2026.We shared key findings on childhood pneumonia management and engaged with healthcare professionals and stakeholders committed to improving child health in Nepal.

A big thank you to everyone who joined and supported this important discussion.

26/02/2026

OUCRU Nepal convened a results dissemination event on the landscape of Group B Streptococcal (GBS) infection in obstetric health in Nepal, bringing together clinicians, laboratory professionals, policymakers, and researchers. The discussion highlighted gaps in clinical management, diagnostics, and antimicrobial stewardship, while emphasizing the need for strengthened detection, targeted prevention, and improved surveillance to prevent neonatal GBS disease and inform future vaccine strategies.

25/02/2026

We are delighted to share that Ajit Poudel, Clinical Researcher at OUCRU Nepal, has received an offer to pursue his DPhil in Clinical Medicine at the University of Oxford, with Linacre College as his college!

This is an exceptional achievement and a moment of great pride for the entire OUCRU Nepal team. Ajit’s dedication and commitment to advancing health research have brought him to this well‑deserved opportunity.

Please join us in congratulating Ajit and wishing him all the very best as he embarks on this exciting new academic journey! 🎓✨

23/02/2026

We were honored to welcome Professor Kevin Baird, Interim Director of the OUCRU programme, to the OUCRU Nepal unit last week. His visit brought valuable insights into strengthening regional research collaboration and expanding our shared vision for impactful global health research.

Thank you, Prof. Baird, for your guidance and for inspiring our team as we continue working to improve health outcomes in Nepal and beyond.

20/02/2026

OUCRU Nepal hosted a stakeholder meeting focused on the diagnostic challenges of febrile illnesses in Nepal.

Clinicians, researchers, and laboratory professionals came together to discuss gaps in current diagnostic tests, laboratory constraints, and the critical role of clinical reasoning and effective patient communication in improving care.

The discussion highlighted the need for stronger collaboration and innovative solutions to enhance diagnostic accuracy. Together, the group reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Nepal’s health system and improving outcomes for patients with febrile illnesses.