Mrs. Sabina Marasini | Health Insurance | Women Researcher Award
Mrs. Sabina Marasini, HERD International, Nepal.
๐ Mrs. Sabina Marasini is a passionate public health researcher from Nepal, holding an MSc in Public Health (Global Health) from Kathmandu University. With extensive experience at HERD International and Dhulikhel Hospital, she has contributed to impactful health research, ๐ data analysis, and ๐ scientific publications. Skilled in STATA, SPSS, and NVIVO, she is committed to improving community health through evidence-based solutions. โจ Her work reflects dedication to womenโs health, policy advocacy, and inclusive development. ๐ช
Profile
๐ Early Academic Pursuits
Mrs. Sabina Marasini began her academic journey in Gulmi, Nepal, completing her primary to 10th grade at Arjun English Boarding High School. She pursued higher secondary science education at Kathmandu Model College, Bagbazar, followed by a Bachelor of Public Health at HOPE International College. Her commitment to global health took a decisive turn when she earned her Master of Science in Public Health (Global Health) from Kathmandu University (2019โ2022), solidifying her foundation in public health and research. ๐๐
๐ผ Professional Endeavors
Sabina has held significant positions across reputable organizations. As a Research Officer at HERD International, she contributes to data collection, analysis, training, and scientific publication. Previously, she was a Project Coordinator at Dhulikhel Hospital Kathmandu University Hospital, where she led projects, trained staff, and contributed to proposal development. She has also served as a Research Officer at Anweshan Pvt. Ltd. and a Research Intern at Kathmandu University School of Medical Sciences. Her consistent involvement in qualitative and quantitative studies underscores her comprehensive field and policy research experience. ๐๐งช
๐ฌ Contributions and Research Focus On Health Insurance
Sabinaโs research interests span global health, maternal and child health, antimicrobial resistance, cyberbullying, health insurance, and public health interventions. Her role in numerous national and international studies has led to high-impact scientific publications, including in BMJ Open, PLOS ONE, BMC Public Health, and BMC Pediatrics. She has demonstrated a consistent ability to explore complex public health challenges through methodologically sound and ethically grounded research. ๐งฌ๐
๐ Impact and Influence
Her work has directly contributed to shaping public health discourse in Nepal, especially regarding community health volunteers, antimicrobial resistance, and health insurance programs. She has actively participated in national policy forums and community-based research, helping bridge the gap between evidence and practice. Her participation in the PRIORITIES 2024 conference in Bangkok reflects her growing influence in global health policy. ๐๐ข
๐ง Research Skills
Sabina is proficient in both quantitative and qualitative methods, with strong command over tools like SPSS, STATA, NVIVO, and KOBO Toolbox. Her technical expertise spans proposal writing, data management, monitoring and evaluation, and scientific reporting. Sheโs adept at leading workshops and field studies, proving her versatile and applied research skills. ๐ง๐
๐ Awards and Honors
Sabina was a selected presenter at the PRIORITIES 2024 Conference in Bangkok, delivering an oral presentation on the health insurance program in Nepal. This recognition not only showcases her research capability but also her confidence in global academic settings. ๐๐ค
๐ฎ Legacy and Future Contributions
With a strong track record and an expanding portfolio of impactful research, Sabina is poised to become a leading voice in South Asian public health systems. Her future contributions are likely to center on policy reform, community resilience, and global collaborations. Her legacy will be one of data-driven health equity, nurturing inclusive systems through science and service. ๐ฑ
Publications Top Notes
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๐ Risk factors of gallbladder cancer in Nepal: A case control study
PLoS ONE, 2025 ๐งซ๐งฌ -
๐ Scope of work and contributions of female community health volunteers in Nepalโs healthcare sector: A qualitative study
BMJ Open, 2024 ๐ฉโโ๏ธ๐ฅ -
๐ Effect of a playful parenting programme on early childhood development and care outcomes of young children in vulnerable communities: Findings from a quasi-experimental study
BMC Pediatrics, 2024 ๐ถ๐ฒ -
๐ Assessing the knowledge, attitude and practice of electronic cigarettes and their associated factors among undergraduate students of Institute of Medicine, Nepal: A cross-sectional study
BMC Public Health, 2024 ๐ญ๐ -
๐ Cyberbullying and cyber-victimisation among higher secondary school adolescents in an urban city of Nepal: A cross-sectional study
BMJ Open, 2024 ๐ป๐ฑ -
๐ Exploring knowledge, perceptions, and practices of antimicrobials, and their resistance among medicine dispensers and community members in Kavrepalanchok District of Nepal
PLOS ONE, 2024 ๐๐ฆ -
๐ Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice & Risk Perceptions Regarding Heatwave Among Outdoor Workers in Nepal
IFRC PrepareCenter, 2024 ๐ก๏ธ๐ท -
๐ Prevalence of domestic violence among pregnant women in Gulmi District, Nepal
One Health Journal of Nepal, 2022 ๐คฐ๐จ