- 061-450249/450251
- rcii@gandakiuniversity.edu.np
- Pokhara-32, Gandaki Province, Nepal
Message From The Director
Located in Pokhara, within the unique ecological setting of the Annapurna and Machhapuchhre Himalayan region, Gandaki University (GU) was established in 2019 as Nepal’s first provincial university. The University is committed to advancing academic excellence through interdisciplinary, student-centered education aligned with global standards.
Recognizing research as a cornerstone and fundamental pillar of higher education, GU established its Research Center, Innovation and Invention Center in 2021 to promote scientific inquiry, innovation, and knowledge dissemination across diverse academic disciplines. The Center fosters a dynamic research ecosystem by supporting faculty and student research, facilitating national and international collaborations, and strengthening research funding and management mechanisms.
Our strategic focus emphasizes basic and applied research aimed at addressing regional and global challenges in areas such as health sciences, environmental sustainability, climate resilience, and technological innovation. We actively encourage interdisciplinary collaboration, prototype development, and the integration of indigenous knowledge with modern scientific approaches to generate context-relevant and impactful solutions. We remain committed to upholding the highest standards of scientific integrity, ethical research practices, and academic rigor.
Through a range of research funding schemes and capacity building initiatives, the Center seeks to strengthen research culture, critical thinking and innovation not only within Gandaki University but also at regional, national and international levels.
We warmly invite researchers, faculty members, students, and national and international collaborators to engage with RC-II in advancing knowledge, fostering innovation, and contributing to sustainable development for society.
Dr. Sushil Bhandari
Executive Director
Research Center Invention and Innovation Center (RC-II)
Gandaki University
