No matter how far we go, our roots keep us firm | Dr Sunita Ghimire Gautam

Company Overview & Motivation - The speaker's journey from a rural village in Nepal to high-tech science laboratories in Japan and back to Nepal highlights a commitment to bringing scientific advancements to her birthplace [2] - The speaker returned to Nepal in late 2018 with the aim of transferring genome editing technology, supported by the International Brain Research Organization [9] - The speaker's motivation for returning to Nepal was driven by the great need for scientific solutions in the country, despite limited opportunities compared to Japan [8] Startup & Research Focus - The company focuses on developing rapid diagnostic test kits for various diseases, aiming to provide quick and accessible diagnostics in resource-limited settings [13][14] - The company is also working on developing effective antivenom for snake bites, a neglected tropical disease prevalent in Nepal, where existing antivenoms are often ineffective [15] Impact & Future Vision - The company's diagnostic kits are starting to be used in hospitals and pharmacies, demonstrating an initial impact on healthcare in Nepal [16] - The company aims to inspire the younger generation to pursue science and innovation, showing that biology graduates can become science entrepreneurs and innovators [16] - The company is collaborating with the Ministry of Health to implement policies supporting domestically produced diagnostics and medical devices [17]