There was so much anticipation and anxiety leading up to commencing my PhD research projects being conducted in Nepal this November. Having arrived now and completed 2 days of data collection has significantly eased my stress so now I’m feeling quite calm about the upcoming 4 weeks. Partnering with groups overseas can create an element of stress inContinueContinue reading “Week 1 of my PhD data collection in Nepal”
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Riding the PhD rollercoaster
I know it’s been said before, that doing a PhD is like being on a rollercoaster – so many highs and lows, ups and downs. These moments of extreme can very easily happen in the same week, day or even hour. This past week I was feeling very satisfied with myself, being able to checkContinueContinue reading “Riding the PhD rollercoaster”
Pelvic Organ Prolapse Month
June is Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) month and is a great way to increase awareness and conversation around this common condition. POP effects women all around the world but there is a very high prevalence for young women in Nepal. POP is a condition where the uterus, bowel and/or bladder fall into the vagina. AContinueContinue reading “Pelvic Organ Prolapse Month”
Conducting research in a developing country
I must say that I’m on a rather steep learning curve and am holding on for dear life. Even in the infantile stage of my research, I have hit a few speed bumps and curve balls and am starting to feel a little jostled. Conducting research in Nepal fulfils the dreamer in me but myContinueContinue reading “Conducting research in a developing country”
Delena-Mae PhD 