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Laboratory technician opportunity at Nepal Academy of Science and Technology

The Nepal Academy of Science and Technology (NAST) is a national institution supporting scientific research, technology development, and technical education in…

Using gas chromatography to analyse volatile organic compounds in air

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are carbon-based chemicals that readily evaporate into the atmosphere. They include benzene, toluene, ethylbenzene, xylenes,…

The chemistry of tannins in Nepali tea and their health benefits

Nepali tea is best known for its aromatic orthodox black teas, especially those grown in the eastern hills around Ilam, Dhankuta and Panchthar. The cool…

A Nepali Chemist’s View of Green Chemistry

Dr. Pramod K. Shrestha brings a practical perspective to the growing conversation about sustainable chemistry. His work connects chemical design with waste…

Making Aspirin Safely in a Teaching Laboratory

Aspirin, or acetylsalicylic acid, is a useful teaching-lab product because its preparation demonstrates esterification, purification, yield calculations and…

Arsenic in groundwater: health effects and practical remediation

Arsenic in groundwater is a major toxicology concern because contamination can remain invisible, tasteless and odourless. A clear glass of bore water may look…

Free online chemistry courses for Nepali students

A strong chemistry education does not always require an expensive enrolment. Nepali students can use open university materials, lecture videos, virtual…

Chemical Analysis of Honey for Adulterants and Purity

Honey is a complex natural product made from floral nectar, plant secretions and bee enzymes. Its colour, aroma, viscosity and flavour vary with botanical…

Catalysts and the future of industrial ammonia production

Ammonia is one of the most important molecules in modern industry. It supplies nitrogen for fertilisers, supports the manufacture of explosives and plastics,…

Dr Sushma Shakya and the promise of electrochemical sensors

Dr Sushma Shakya represents the growing contribution of Nepali chemists to modern analytical science. Her work with electrochemical sensors sits at the meeting…