Ishan Ghimire is a highly skilled and accomplished professional with 15 years of experience in applied research and teaching. His research interests lie at the intersection of sociology and anthropology of work, labour, and religion. Ishan has published several reports and working papers addressing critical issues in the development sector. He excels in qualitative and quantitative research, project evaluations, and enumerator training in thematic areas such as labour, migration, children's rights, gender, public health, and governance.

With a Master's in Socio-Cultural Anthropology from Durham University, UK, Ishan is firmly committed to academic excellence. His deep passion for academia reflects in his work as an Assistant Professor of Anthropology and South Asian Civilizations at Kathmandu University. Beyond his professional achievements, Ishan actively contributes to society through volunteering and has held leadership positions in non-profit organizations focused on drug rehabilitation, environmental sustainability, and youth engagement.

Fluent in Nepali, Hindi, and English, Ishan's fieldwork experience has spanned Nepal, India, and the United Kingdom. Currently, he is exploring South Asia's ancient and medieval history and lesser-known Buddhist and Shaivaite cave shrines in Maharashtra, India. Ishan's multidimensional expertise, commitment to excellence, and passion for socio-cultural research make him a valuable asset in applied research and academia.