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Bhuwan is attending "Bioinformatics Analysis for Conservation Genomics" with Dr. Klaus Koepfli from October 8–19, 2024 at Smithsonian Mason School of Conservation (SMSC), George Mason University, Front Royal, Virginia, USA.
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About Me
I am a PhD student in Dr. Tereza Jezkova's lab at Miami University. My research focuses on conservation genomics, phylogenomics, and molecular evolution, utilizing bioinformatics and genomic tools to explore evolutionary processes. I am passionate about studying local adaptation, species delimitation, population genomics, and range expansion, with an emphasis on understanding the mechanisms driving biological diversity.
Education
- Ph.D. in Ecology, Evolution, and Environmental Biology (2022 - 2027)
Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, USA - M.Sc. in Wildlife Management and Biodiversity Conservation (2019 - 2022)
Institute of Forestry, Tribhuvan University, Nepal - B.Sc. in Forestry (2015 - 2019)
Institute of Forestry, Pokhara Campus, Nepal
Research
My goal is to understand how various interacting factors influence and drive genomic and ecological variation in organisms. To investigate these topics, I employ a range of bioinformatics techniques, including next-generation sequencing methods such as Sanger sequencing, ddRAD sequencing, and whole genome sequencing.
Research Interests
- Artificial Intelligence in Genomics
- Local Adaptation
- Hybridization
- Bioinformatics
- Population Genomics
- Species Delimitation
- Range Expansion
- Comparative Genomics
- Ecological Niche Modelling
Current Projects
- Local adaptation in invasive nine-banded armadillo in eastern United States.
- Phylogenomics of Asian tree squirrel complex in SouthEast Asia.
Collaboration
Open to Collaboration
I am open to collaborating on any genomic projects prioritizing mammals followed by birds, reptiles, and amphibians.
Collaborative Projects
Species delimitation of the armadillo in Ecuador, South America.
Publications
- 2021: Bist, B.S., et al. From extinction to recovery: the case of blackbuck Antilope cervicapra from Nepal. Mammal Research. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13364-021-00576-5
- 2021: Bist, B.S., et al. Patterns and trends in two decades of research on Nepal's mammalian fauna (2000-2019). Biodiversity and Conservation.
- 2021: Baral, B, et al. New Locality record of Crab-eating Mongoose from Parbat district of Nepal. Nepalese Journal of Zoology.
- 2021: Bist, B.S., et al. Latrine site and its use pattern by Large Indian Civet. Journal of Threatened Taxa.
- 2020: Basnet, A, et al. Otter research in Asia: Trends biases and future directions. Global Ecology and Conservation.
- 2020: Parajuli, A, et al. Forest Fire Risk Mapping Using GIS and Remote Sensing in Nepal. Geomatics, Natural Hazards and Risk.
Conferences & Workshop
American Society of Mammalogists 103rd Annual Meeting
Bhuwan presented a poster on the "Evolutionary History of an Asian Tree Squirrel Species Complex" in Boulder, Colorado, June 2024.
Upcoming Presentation at Miami University
Presentation: "Genome-wide variation and signals of selection highlight the range expansion of the invasive nine-banded armadillo" on November 1, 2024.
Outreach
I advocate for wildlife through scientific and newspaper articles:
- Attention Required: Rusty Spotted Cat
- Climate Change Impact on Nepal Wildlife
- Changing Climate in Hindu Kush Himalayas
I have trained over 500 students in biodiversity conservation and ecological monitoring techniques.
Books
Photography
Capturing images of wildlife and nature during my research expeditions.
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Contact
Email: bhuwansinghbist38@gmail.com
I am open to talking about wildlife ecology, biogeography, sports, or anything outside of academia!