a journey from myagdi, nepal to ontario, canada
The Book!
This book, A Journey from Myagdi, Nepal to Ontario, Canada, is a third-person biographical account of Dr. Conrad Rizal’s life, tracing his remarkable transition from a humble childhood in the rural village of Toripani, Nepal, to becoming an internationally recognized scientist and innovator in Canada. It chronicles his early educational struggles, his formative years as a young teacher in Nepal, and his international academic progression, which began with undergraduate engineering studies at the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET). Driven by an enduring curiosity about light and the natural world, his journey later took him to Japan for graduate studies in nanoelectronics under the prestigious MEXT scholarship, and eventually to British Columbia, Canada, to advance his research in photonics. Beyond serving as a chronological memoir, the text acts as an inspirational guide for young readers and students, emphasizing how resilience, discipline, and a deep commitment to using science for the betterment of humanity can transform dreams into global impact. Every book sold helps support research and helps provide third world communities aquire the technology for cheaper.
Dr. Conrad Rizal
Meet the Author
Dr. Conrad Rizal is a nanotechnology scientist, entrepreneur, and author. He is the CEO of NexPico Inc. and Managing Director of Seed NanoTech, where he develops advanced sensors for healthcare and environmental monitoring. A prolific researcher with over 75 peer-reviewed papers and international patents, Dr. Rizal was awarded a Gold Medal by the President of Nepal for his contributions to science. In his inspiring memoir, A Journey from Myagdi, Nepal to Ontario, Canada, he shares his remarkable path to encourage young readers, with proceeds supporting technology access in developing communities.
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Honorary Guests
We were honoured to welcome the Hon. Charmaine A. Williams, Associate Minister of Women’s Social and Economic Opportunity and MPP for Brampton Centre, to the launch of A Journey from Myagdi, Nepal to Ontario, Canada. Thank you, Minister Williams, for your continued support of Brampton’s local community and businesses.
