Babu Panthi, PhD
I grew up in a small village town 'Punarbas' in western Nepal. In 2011, I obtained my first degree, Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from Tribhuvan University, Nepal. Then, I started my graduate studies in entomology at the University of Florida (UF) starting from 2013 and got my MS degree in 2015 and PhD degree in 2020. Since then, I have worked as a postdoc at Oregon State University, the University of Georgia, and now at University of California Davis.
EDUCATION
- Ph.D. Entomology. 2020. University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
- M.S. Entomology. 2015. University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
- B.S. Agriculture. 2011. Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, NP
EXPERIENCES
- Postdoctoral Scholar (2022-present). Vegetable and Field Crops Entomology, University of California, Davis, CA
- Postdoctoral Research Associate (2021-2022). Small Fruits Entomology, University of Georgia, Athens, GA
- Postdoctoral Scholar (2020-2021). Field Crops Entomology, Oregon State University, Corvallis, OR
- Graduate Research Assistant (2016-2020). Gulf Coast Research and Education Center, University of Florida, Wimauma, FL
- Research Assistant (2015-2016). Department of Entomology and Nematology, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
- Research Assistant (2015). Department of Agronomy, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
- Graduate Research Assistant (2013-2015). Tropical Research and Education Center, University of Florida, Homestead, FL
- Research Assistant (2012-2013). Entomology Division, Nepal Agricultural Research Council, Kathmandu, NP
SKILLS
- Experimental Designs (Laboratory, Growth Chamber, Growth Room, Greenhouse, Field)
- Bioassays (Leaf-dip, Potter Tower, Field)
- Geospatial Analysis, Sampling Plan
- Multivariate Regression and Generalized Mixed Models
- Phenology Models
- Image Analysis using ImageJ Software
- Data Carpentry and Analysis using SAS, JMP, and R
- Expert in Microsoft Office Suite
- Inventory and Project Management
- Independent or Team Work
- Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication
Awards and Scholarships
- 2020. Megha Parajulee SONE Student Award for Academic Excellence
- 2015. Graduate student of the year award. Tropical Research and Education Center, University of Florida, Homestead, FL
- 2014. Dade County AgriCouncil Seymour Goldweber Scholarship award, Homestead, FL
- 2007-2011. Merit Scholarship for entire duration of B.S. Agriculture, Tribhuvan University, NP
Workshops and Seminars
- 2019. UF/IFAS Grantsmanship Workshop. University of Florida, Gainesville, FL
- 2019. Workshop on “Scientific Poster and Abstract Writing: Translating Science Across Different Audiences”. Gulf Coast Research and Education Center, University of Florida, Wimauma, FL
- 2019. Seminar on “Ways to build your professional brand with science communication”. Gulf Coast Research and Education Center, University of Florida, Wimauma, FL
- 2019. Seminar on “Outreach opportunities – what does a scientist look like?”. Gulf Coast Research and Education Center, University of Florida, Wimauma, FL
- 2018. Workshop on “Understanding your Evolving Role: Leadership and Teamwork in the Workplace”. Gulf Coast Research and Education Center, University of Florida, Wimauma, FL
- 2018. Workshop on “The Science of Science Communication”. Gulf Coast Research and Education Center, University of Florida, Wimauma, FL
Leadership and service
Professional Memberships
Professional Services
Community Service and Outreach
Certifications, Workshops, and Training
Designing
- 2020 – present. Association of Nepalese Agricultural Professionals of Americas
- 2014 – present. Society of Overseas Nepalese Entomologists
- 2014 – present. Florida Entomological Society
- 2012 – present. Entomological Society of America
Professional Services
- 2020 – 2021. President, Society of Overseas Nepalese Entomologists
- 2019 – 2020. President-Elect, Society of Overseas Nepalese Entomologists
- 2019. Organizer and Moderator, ESA Organized Meeting, Society of Overseas Nepalese Entomologists Annual Meeting, St. Louis, MO
- 2019. Organizer, Graduate Student Research Day, Student Poster Competition, Gulf Coast Postdoc and Student Association, University of Florida
- 2019. Organizer, Workshop on “Scientific Poster and Abstract Writing: Translating Science Across Different Audiences”. Gulf Coast Postdoc and Student Association, University of Florida
- 2018 – 2019. Treasurer, Society of Overseas Nepalese Entomologists
- 2018 – 2019. Secretary, Nepalese Student Association, University of Florida
- 2018. Organizer and Moderator, Seminar on “Three Years in Industry: Observations of a Reformed Graduate Student”, Nepalese Student Association and Society of Overseas Nepalese Entomologists, University of Florida
- 2018. Organizer, ESA Organized Meeting, Society of Overseas Nepalese Entomologists Annual Meeting, Vancouver, Canada
- 2018. Organizer, Workshop on “Understanding your Evolving Role: Leadership and Teamwork in the Workplace”. Gulf Coast Postdoc and Student Association, University of Florida
- 2018. Organizer, Workshop on “The Science of Science Communication”. Gulf Coast Postdoc and Student Association, University of Florida
- 2017 – 2018. Organizer, GCPSA Bi-monthly Research Seminar Series, Gulf Coast Postdoc and Student Association, University of Florida
- 2017 – 2018. Marketing and Communication Officer, Gulf Coast Postdoc and Student Association, University of Florida
- 2017 – 2018. Webmaster and Communication Officer, Society of Overseas Nepalese Entomologists
- 2017 – 2018. Executive Committee Member, Nepalese Student Association, University of Florida
- 2016 – 2017. Executive Committee Member, Society of Overseas Nepalese Entomologists
- 2012. Editor, Graduate's Profile 2011 published by Institute of Agriculture and Animal Science, Tribhuvan University, Nepal
- 2011. Coordinator, a research on “Performance of different rice varieties under direct seeded rice technique at inner terai region of Nepal” conducted at Institute of Agriculture and Animal Science, Tribhuvan University, Nepal
Community Service and Outreach
- 2016 – 2020. Diagnosis of insect pests and damage on plant samples sent to Plant Diagnostics Clinic, Gulf Coast Research and Education Center, University of Florida
- 2018. Middle School STEM Tour, Gulf Coast Research and Education Center, University of Florida
- 2017. Field Day, Florida Strawberry Growers Association, Dover, FL
- 2017. GCREC AgExpo 2017, Gulf Coast Research and Education Center, University of Florida
- 2016. Entomology Booth, Florida State Fair, Tampa, FL
- 2015. Grower’s Field Day, Tropical Research and Education Center, University of Florida
Certifications, Workshops, and Training
- 2019 – present. Pesticide Applicator License (Certified). Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. University of Florida
- 2019. UF/IFAS Grantsmanship Workshop. University of Florida
- 2019. Workshop on Scientific Poster and Abstract Writing: Translating Science Across Different Audiences, Gulf Coast Research and Education Center, University of Florida
- 2019. Training on Lab Safety Actions & Reactions, University of Florida
- 2019. Training on Hazardous Waste Management Off Campus Facilities, University of Florida
- 2018. Workshop on Understanding your Evolving Role: Leadership and Teamwork in the Workplace, Gulf Coast Research and Education Center, University of Florida
- 2018. Workshop on The Science of Science Communication, Gulf Coast Research and Education Center, University of Florida
- 2018. Training on Heat Stress Management, University of Florida
- 2018. Training on Compliance: A Collaboration for Success, University of Florida
- 2018. Active Shooter Training, University of Florida
- 2016. Training on Preventing Harassment, University of Florida
- 2016. Training on Title IX Responsible Persons, University of Florida
- 2015. Workshop on Strategy and Practical Approaches to Managing Vegetable Pests, UF/IFAS Miami-Dade County Extension, University of Florida
Designing
- 2017. Logo design of Gulf Coast Postdoc and Student Association, University of Florida
- 2017. Graphic design of T-shirt for promoting Nepalese Student Association, University of Florida
- 2014. Logo design of Nepalese Student Association, University of Florida
GRANTS
Research Support
- 2019. Panthi, Renkema, Lahiri, and Liburd. Determining when to spray insecticide after scouting for Scirtothrips dorsalis Hood in Florida strawberry. Florida Entomological Society Student Minigrant ($250), University of Florida
- 2017. Panthi and Renkema. Developing chilli thrips sampling plan for Florida strawberries. Southern Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education, (SARE) Graduate Student Grant Award: $16,170 (proposal submitted, not funded), University of Florida
- 2019. Gulf Coast Research and Education Center Student Travel Grant ($250)
- 2019. Florida Entomological Society Student Travel Grant ($150)
- 2017. Florida Entomological Society. Student Travel Grant ($150)
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