Profile

Sita Karki
Curriculum Vitae
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Education:
Western Michigan University (USA), Geosciences
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Qualifications:
Finishing PhD
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Work History:
Worked with Michigan Geological Survey as Geographic Information System Technician
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Current Job:
Geographic Information System (GIS) Computational Scientist
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Employer:
Irish Centre for High End Computing, National University of Ireland Galway
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Favourite thing to do in engineering: Troubleshooting programs
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About Me
I am a scientist who believes in passion and dedication.
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I was born in Nepal, finished my studies from USA and currently working in Galway. I love to make traditional Nepalese food and serve people. I am passionate about traveling and exploring cultures around the world. In my free time, I read books and watch documentaries.
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My work
I am a scientist working in remote sensing of environment.
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I work with satellite images to study the environment. I use big satellite images to study past and present condition of the environment. I used programming to write codes for computers which will process these big data sets.
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My Typical Day
I process satellite data and read scientific articles.
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In a typical day, I am processing the satellite data and doing research on latest techniques and practices in our field. Processing and writing the code involves testing, troubleshooting and asking other people who are working in our field through online scientific forums.
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What I'd do with the money
I like to spend on STEM engagement event.
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With the prize money I win, I would like to organize the student and parents event where we will raise awareness about STEM field not just to the students, but to the parents as well. The full day event will focus on presenting interesting science projects that students will develop individually or in a group. The students and parents will vote the best STEM project that will be awarded.
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My Interview
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How would you describe yourself in 3 words?
Simple, authentic, dreamer
What's the best thing you've done as an engineer?
Developed the early warning system for natural hazards.
What or who inspired you to become an engineer?
My boyfriend
What was your favourite subject at school?
environmental science
What did you want to be after you left school?
engineer
Were you ever in trouble at school?
sometimes :)
If you weren't an engineer, what would you be?
professor
Who is your favourite singer or band?
Bebe Rexha
What's your favourite food?
Nepalese food called "MoMo"
What is the most fun thing you've done?
Car wash events for fundraising
If you had 3 wishes for yourself what would they be? - be honest!
(1) Travel the world (2) Go to Moon (3) Be in the space
Tell us a joke.
Why scientist did not find any earthquakes in Mars? Because Mars would have Marsquakes?
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My profile link:
https://imanengineer.ie/profile/sitakarki/
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