Hom Dhakal

Hom Dhakal is a seasoned academic in the field of Mechanical Engineering, currently serving as a Professor at the University of Portsmouth, where responsibilities encompass teaching various courses in Materials and Manufacturing, Advanced Materials, Sustainable Development, and Project Management. Additionally, Hom Dhakal holds the position of Docent Associated Professor at the Faculty of Textiles, Engineering and Business at the University of Borås. Previous academic roles include visiting professor at the University of Toronto and lecturer at Plymouth University and Tribhuvan University. Hom Dhakal has an extensive background in teaching, project supervision, and curriculum development at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The professional journey also includes founding Habitat for Humanity Nepal, serving as Managing Director of Nepal Mechanical Workshop, and working as an Industrial Consultant for Swiss Contact. Educational qualifications feature a PhD in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on Composite Materials, an MSc in Technology Management, and a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering.