Megnath Dhimal, chief researcher at the Nepal Health Research Council has been appointed as an international fellow by the International Science Council for his contribution to scientific research on public health issues.

Dhimal is among the 100 fellows appointed by the Council on Tuesday.

The fellowship is the highest honour conferred on an individual by the Council.

“It is a recognition of my contribution to science and research works that I have done in the last two decades,” said Dhimal. “Additionally, I am the first, and the only one so far, from Nepal. This honour motivates me to continue and devote myself to research work.”

The new fellows of the International Science Council include eminent social and natural scientists, thought leaders, policymakers, and engineers among others from various countries, regions, and disciplines, who have contributed to society through their works.

Dhimal, a PhD degree holder in Natural Sciences from Goethe University, Germany, carried out various research on climate change and health. He was appointed as Climate Change and Health Expert/Temporary Advisor to WHO SEARO. He is a Visiting Faculty of Environmental Health in Disaster, Central Department of Environmental Science, Kirtipur, Nepal.