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Associate Professor Abhilasha Karkey<\/a>, Director of the Oxford University Clinical Research Unit Nepal (OUCRU Nepal<\/a>), has been\u202fhonored\u202fwith the Health Research Award at the 12th National Summit of Health and Population Scientists in Nepal, organized by the Nepal Health Research Council (https:\/\/nhrc.gov.np\/<\/a>).\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The summit, held from 10\u201312 April 2026 at The\u202fSoaltee\u202fKathmandu, brought together researchers, policymakers, academicians, health professionals, and development partners from across the country to share research findings and engage in dialogue on key health and population priorities.\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\u202fHealth Research Award is a prestigious national recognition presented to an individual who has demonstrated sustained scientific excellence and made significant contributions to clinical care, public health, and strengthening of Nepal’s health system. This year’s selection process received 40 applications, reflecting strong national competition. Dr Karkey was selected for her outstanding research leadership, impactful publications, and long-term contributions to health research and practice in Nepal and the South Asian region. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr Karkey’s work has been instrumental in advancing evidence-based public health and clinical practice. Her research in typhoid molecular epidemiology has helped identify transmission patterns and geographic hotspots, generating critical evidence that informed typhoid conjugate vaccine introduction and policy decisions. In parallel, her work on antimicrobial resistance (AMR), including contributions aligned with national efforts supported by the Fleming Fund, has focused on strengthening the quality and reliability of surveillance data, an essential foundation for effective public health action. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Collectively, this body of work has provided, and continues to provide, a robust, locally generated evidence to inform health policy and decision making in Nepal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Under her leadership, OUCRU Nepal has made significant contributions to high-quality clinical research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the generation of policy-relevant evidence. Her work continues to support national and regional efforts to improve infectious disease control, strengthen health systems, and build sustainable research capacity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The NHRC-hosted summit featured plenary sessions, parallel scientific presentations, panel discussions, and poster exhibitions, covering a wide range of topics including public health, digital health, epidemiology, and health systems strengthening. The event served as an important platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and the promotion of evidence-based policymaking in Nepal.\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This recognition marks a proud moment for OUCRU Nepal, reaffirming the institution’s commitment to research excellence and its contribution to improving health outcomes. The award reflects not only Dr\u202fKarkey’s\u202findividual achievements but also the collaborative efforts of research teams and partners working across clinical and public health domains.\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n

OUCRU Nepal warmly congratulates Dr Abhilasha Karkey on this well-deserved\u202fhonor\u202fand remains committed to supporting impactful research that improves health outcomes in Nepal and beyond.\u202f <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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