Assist. Prof. Dr. Rubina Shakya, Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences, Nepal
Dr. Rubina Shakya is an accomplished anatomist and lecturer at Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences, Nepal. With a Ph.D. in Anatomy & Structural Biology from Mahidol University, Thailand, her research focuses on neurogenic repair, adult neurogenesis, and cognitive recovery. She has expertise in teaching anatomy, cell culture, immunocytochemistry, and neurobehavioral assays. Her publications include studies on cognitive enhancement, neuroinflammation, and the WNT signaling pathway. A recipient of the IBRO-APRC fellowship and multiple research grants, Dr. Shakya has earned recognition for her innovative work, including Best Poster Awards at international conferences. πβοΈπ
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Academic Journey
Dr. Rubina Shakya has an impressive academic background in the life sciences. She earned her B.Sc. in Microbiology from the Central Campus of Technology, Nepal (2000β2003) and her M.Sc. in Human Anatomy from B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (2005β2008). She pursued her Ph.D. in Anatomy & Structural Biology at Mahidol University, Thailand (2011β2017), where she specialized in neurogenesis and cognitive recovery. Enhancing her expertise, she completed a postdoctoral fellowship under the IBRO-APRC program (2022) at Mahidol University’s Neuroscience Unit. Her academic journey reflects her dedication to advancing knowledge in neuroanatomy and functional brain studies. πππ‘
Professional Career
Dr. Rubina Shakya began her career as an Assistant Analytical Chemist at Shiv Pharmaceutical Laboratories, Nepal (2003β2005), conducting chemical analysis and microbiological testing. She transitioned into academia as a Lecturer at Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences (2008β2011, 2017β2021), where she taught anatomy theory and practicals, including cadaveric dissection, histology slide demonstrations, and radiograph interpretation. Since 2021, she has been serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anatomy, mentoring undergraduate research, supervising exams, and advancing anatomy education. Her career showcases a blend of scientific precision and academic dedication. π§ͺππ©»
Awards and Recognitions
Dr. Rubina Shakya has earned multiple accolades for her research excellence. She received the Best Poster Award at the 7th IASCBC/AAT46 Conference (2024, Thailand) for her work on Melatonin’s effects on methamphetamine-induced cognitive deficits. She was awarded the prestigious IBRO-APRC Fellowship (2020, implemented in 2022) at Mahidol University, focusing on melatonin’s role in cognitive decline. In 2019, she secured the Small Research Development and Innovation Grant from the University Grants Commission, Nepal, studying binaural beats and cognitive function. She also earned the Best Poster Award at APMC11/MST39/AAT39 Conference (2016, Thailand) for research on activated microglia and neuroblastoma proliferation. π§ β¨ποΈ
Research Focus
Dr. Rubina Shakya’s research focuses on neurobiology, anatomy, and pharmacology, with significant contributions to understanding cognitive function, neuroprotection, and structural variations in human anatomy. Her work includes studying the effects of 40βHz binaural beats on mood and cognition π, the role of 17Ξ²-estradiol in neuroprotection through the WNT signaling pathway πΏ, and cognitive decline due to chronic activated microglia. She has also explored anthropometric studies, structural skull anomalies π¦΄, and teratogenic effects of drugs in experimental models π§ͺ. Her research integrates cellular neuroscience, neuropharmacology, and anatomical variations, offering insights into neuroprotection, cognitive enhancement, and developmental biology. π§¬β¨
Publication Top Notes
- π 40βHz Binaural Beats entrainment enhances the mood and cognition of medical students – International Journal of Neuroscience, 2024, DOI: 10.1080/00207454.2024.2429495 (Cited by: Pending).
- πΏ 17Ξ²-estradiol mitigates the inhibition of SH-SY5Y cell differentiation through WNT1 expression – Cells & Development, 2023, DOI: 10.1016/j.cdev.2023.203881 (Cited by: Pending).
- 𦴠The Incidence of Atlanto-Occipitalization and Additional Foramina Present in The Dry Skulls of Nepalese Population – Birat Journal of Health Sciences, 2021, DOI: 10.3126/bjhs.v6i2.40335 (Cited by: Pending).
- β¨ 17Ξ²-Estradiol attenuates the influence of chronic activated microglia on SH-SY5Y cell proliferation via canonical WNT signaling pathway – Neuroscience Letters, 2019, DOI: 10.1016/j.neulet.2018.10.063 (Cited by: Pending).
- π Sexual Dimorphism among the Kathmandu University Students Assessed by Anthropometric Studies – International Journal of Contemporary Research and Review, 2018, DOI: 10.15520/ijcrr/2018/9/05/508 (Cited by: Pending).
- π§ͺ THERAPEUTIC APPROACH OF ANTIOXIDANTS ON PHENYTOIN INDUCED TERATOGENIC EFFECT IN ALBINO RATS – International Journal of Current Research, 2018, (Cited by: Pending).
- π©Ί Differential Hepatotoxic Effects of Sodium Valproate at Different Doses in Albino Rats – Kathmandu University Medical Journal (KUMJ), 2018, PMID: 30631023 (Cited by: Pending).