Learn and Live in a Welcoming Community: Shalini Divya's Journey to Success
Are you dreaming of studying in a place where you feel supported and welcomed every step of the way? Look no further than New Zealand. Here, you'll find not just top-notch educational opportunities, but also a community that embraces and supports you throughout your academic journey.
A Community That Cares
When Shalini Divya arrived in New Zealand five years ago as an international student from India, she was welcomed into a community that would support her through her studies and beyond. Enrolling at Victoria University for her PhD in Chemistry, Shalini found herself in an environment that nurtured her ambitions and provided the resources she needed to succeed.
Supportive Learning Environment
Shalini's journey is a testament to the supportive learning environment in New Zealand. With the guidance of her supervisor, Professor Thomas Nann, she embarked on groundbreaking research into aluminium-ion batteries. This welcoming academic community encouraged her to explore new ideas and provided the mentorship necessary to achieve her goals.
Research Success Leads to Tech Start-Up
Fast-forward from her student days, and Shalini is now the co-founder and CEO of start-up TasmanIon, which plans to commercialize her revolutionary battery technology. Her journey from a PhD student to an entrepreneur was made possible by the unwavering support of advisors and mentors at Victoria University’s commercialisation office Wellington UniVentures, MacDiarmid Institute, and KiwiNet.
A Home Away from Home
Shalini's story highlights how New Zealand can become a second home for international students. The connections she made and the support she received were instrumental in her success.
New Zealand, being the greatest country I know, has provided me with all the support that anyone like me could need.
Battery Technology Driving Social and Economic Impact
Shalini's aluminium-ion battery technology has the potential to transform renewable energy options and make a significant social impact, particularly in developing countries. Her commitment to keeping the research and development facility in New Zealand ensures that the country benefits economically from this groundbreaking innovation.
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Reflecting on her whirlwind international education experience in New Zealand, Shalini says it has presented opportunities she couldn’t have imagined when she left India.
New Zealand recognizes your talent and appreciates it and surrounds you with people who can help you build yourself. I am really, really happy here and I would want international students to come here and experience it for themselves.
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