Madan Nepali
Madan Nepali, is a Clinical Microbiologist and NHPC-registered Medical Laboratory Professional with several years of experience across clinical and public health laboratories, molecular diagnostics, tuberculosis and leprosy laboratory services, research, field data collection, disease surveillance and community health activities.
He currently works at the National Influenza Center, National Public Health Laboratory, Nepal, where his work includes molecular testing, outbreak sample processing, quality management and genomic surveillance of respiratory and emerging infectious diseases, including laboratory activities associated with genomic sequencing.
His professional interests include clinical microbiology, molecular diagnostics, virology, tuberculosis, antimicrobial resistance, infectious disease surveillance, genomic surveillance, laboratory quality management, public health research and medical laboratory education.
Academic Qualifications
Madan holds an M.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology (Clinical Microbiology), a B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology, and a Proficiency Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology. His postgraduate academic background includes advanced study in clinical microbiology, diagnostic microbiology, immunology, clinical biochemistry, human genetics and genomics, and medical microbiology techniques.
His academic and research interests include clinical microbiology, molecular diagnostics, antimicrobial resistance, tuberculosis, virology, infectious disease surveillance, environmental health, laboratory quality management and public health microbiology.
Research and Public Health Interests
Madan has a particular interest in research that connects laboratory science with public health and infectious disease control. His interests include antimicrobial resistance, emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases, molecular surveillance, tuberculosis, respiratory viruses, laboratory-based surveillance, environmental health and the role of diagnostic laboratories in disease prevention.
He is also interested in research methodology, field data collection, health surveys, laboratory research, scientific writing and evidence-based medical laboratory education.
Manoj Nepali
Public Health Professional | Health & Nutrition Specialist | Researcher | Trainer & Capacity-Building Professional
Manoj Nepali is a public health professional from Nepal with more than a decade of experience in public health programs, community health, health and nutrition, research, surveys, training and capacity building, emergency response, and health-system strengthening.
He holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Reproductive Health and an MPhil in Population Studies from Tribhuvan University. He was also awarded an MPhil Fellowship by the University Grants Commission, Nepal, in recognition of his academic and professional development in population studies.
Throughout his career, Manoj has worked with government institutions, national and international organizations, humanitarian agencies, development partners and community-based organizations. His professional experience covers a broad range of public health programs, including nutrition, immunization, WASH, maternal and child health, reproductive health, non-communicable diseases, tuberculosis, PMTCT, HMIS, health promotion, IEC/BCC, emergency preparedness and response, and community-based health interventions.
Public Health and Program Experience
Manoj has extensive experience in the planning, implementation, facilitation, monitoring and coordination of public health programs. His areas of experience include:
- Maternal, infant and young child health and nutrition
- Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF)
- Maternal, Infant and Young Child Nutrition (MIYCN)
- Community-based nutrition programs
- IMAM and CMAM programs
- Micronutrient supplementation and Vitamin A programs
- Basic Comprehensive Nutrition-Specific Interventions
- Immunization and WASH integration
- Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)
- WASH FIT and hygiene promotion
- Maternal and reproductive health
- Child health and CB-IMNCI/IMCI
- Tuberculosis programs
- PMTCT
- Non-communicable disease programs
- Health Management Information Systems (HMIS)
- Health promotion and community mobilization
- Information, Education and Communication (IEC)
- Behaviour Change Communication (BCC)
- Emergency preparedness and response
- Disaster risk management
- First aid and emergency health services
- Pandemic preparedness and response
- Community and school health programs
Research, Surveys and Field Experience
Manoj has substantial experience in public health research, field studies, surveys, data collection, community assessments, monitoring and evaluation, and health-related program assessments.
His field experience includes conducting and supporting health and nutrition surveys, Lot Quality Assurance Sampling (LQAS) surveys, community vulnerability and capacity assessments, field data collection, stakeholder consultations, focus group discussions, community-level assessments and program monitoring activities.
He has worked in both urban and rural settings and has extensive field experience across different geographical regions of Nepal, including remote and hard-to-reach communities. His work has involved coordination with health facilities, local governments, schools, community groups, health workers, Female Community Health Volunteers (FCHVs), local leaders and other stakeholders.
His research and analytical interests include population studies, public health, reproductive health, maternal and child health, nutrition, community health, health systems, disease prevention, health behaviour, health surveys and evidence-based public health programming.
Training and Capacity Building
A major part of Manoj’s professional career has been dedicated to training, facilitation, mentoring and capacity development.
He has served as a trainer, master trainer, facilitator, lead facilitator and resource person for government agencies, humanitarian organizations, NGOs, INGOs and community-based organizations.
His training and facilitation experience includes:
- Nutrition and nutrition-specific interventions
- IYCF and MIYCN
- IMAM and CMAM
- CB-IMNCI and IMCI
- Immunization
- WASH and WASH FIT
- PHAST
- Food quality and hygiene
- Behaviour Change Communication
- Maternal and reproductive health
- Non-communicable diseases
- Tuberculosis
- PMTCT
- First aid and emergency health
- Emergency preparedness and response
- Disaster risk reduction
- Cash Transfer Programming
- Community and school health
- Health promotion
- Monitoring and evaluation
- LQAS survey methodology
- Community mobilization and communication
He has also contributed to training material preparation, curriculum development, training planning, facilitation, coordination, monitoring, reporting and logistical management.
Leadership, Coordination and Field Implementation
Manoj has held responsibilities involving district-level coordination, program facilitation, stakeholder engagement and field-level implementation.
His work has included coordination with District Public Health Offices/Health Offices, provincial health authorities, local governments, schools, health facilities, community organizations, NGOs, INGOs, UN agencies and other development partners.
He has experience in planning and conducting community and stakeholder meetings, focus group discussions, orientations, training sessions and health promotion activities. He has also supported program documentation, financial and training reports, monitoring activities and coordination among multidisciplinary teams.
Emergency Response and Humanitarian Experience
Manoj has significant experience in emergency health, disaster preparedness and humanitarian response. His professional development includes training and field responsibilities related to emergency preparedness, disaster risk reduction, first aid, emergency health services, pandemic influenza preparedness, psychosocial first aid, cash transfer programming and emergency response systems.
He has also served as a resource person and facilitator for emergency health and disaster-response training programs.
Community Health and Volunteer Service
Manoj has a long-standing commitment to community health and humanitarian service. He has been involved with the Nepal Red Cross Society as a volunteer since 2006, contributing to community health, emergency preparedness, first aid, disaster response, health education and related activities.
His community-based experience includes health and nutrition promotion, school health activities, hygiene and handwashing promotion, community awareness programs and capacity-building activities.
Professional Interests
His professional interests include:
- Public Health
- Population Studies
- Reproductive Health
- Maternal and Child Health
- Nutrition
- WASH and Environmental Health
- Immunization
- Tuberculosis Prevention and Control
- Non-Communicable Diseases
- Health Promotion
- Community Health
- Epidemiology and Disease Prevention
- Public Health Research
- Health Surveys and Field Data Collection
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Health Systems and Program Management
- Emergency Preparedness and Response
- Disaster Risk Reduction
- Behaviour Change Communication
- Training and Capacity Building
Data Analysis and Research Skills
Manoj has experience using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, SPSS, Mendeley and related tools for research, documentation, data management and analysis.
His research-related experience includes data collection, survey implementation, field assessment, data management, monitoring and evaluation, literature and academic work, and public health research activities.
About MeroLab
Through MeroLab, Manoj contributes to the dissemination of accessible, practical and evidence-informed public health and health-education content.
His contribution to MeroLab draws upon his extensive experience in public health programs, community-based interventions, health and nutrition, research, field surveys, training and humanitarian activities.
His goal is to help students, health professionals, researchers, community workers and the general public better understand important topics related to public health, health promotion, nutrition, disease prevention, reproductive health, community health, WASH, research methodology and health systems.
Professional Statement
With extensive experience spanning public health programs, research and surveys, field data collection, community health, nutrition, WASH, emergency response, training and capacity building, Manoj Nepali brings a practical field-based perspective to public health education.
He is committed to promoting evidence-informed public health practice, community health awareness, research-based learning, health promotion and continuous professional development.
Academic Qualifications: MPH (Reproductive Health) | MPhil (Population Studies)
Professional Field: Public Health, Research, Health & Nutrition, Training and Community Health
Professional Registration: Nepal Health Professional Council
