Mitacs
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Mitacs: Summer Research at UBC, Canada
by Kevin Shi This summer, I had the privilege of interning at the University of British Columbia, Okanagan (UBCO) under the mentorship of Dr. Sumi Siddiqua through the fully funded MITACS program while following PhD candidate Shayan Narani. My research focused on understanding the influence of water content and superplasticizer on geopolymers made from blast furnace slag and wood fly ash—sustainable alternatives to traditional cement that help reduce the carbon footprint of the construction industry. The project’s goal was to optimize the mechanical properties and workability of these geopolymers by adjusting water content and superplasticizer dosage. Water is a critical factor in the strength and durability of geopolymers, as too…
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MITACS Chapter 4: Saying goodbye + some reflections
By: Eva Kristinova (University of Regina, Canada, Mitacs Research Internship Scheme 21-22) So there it goes. Just like that it’s time to say goodbye to another wonderful experience, in a wonderful place, having met some wonderful people. Although three months might not seem like such a long time, the sheer immersion of both the every-day and the extraordinary events is enough to produce a tear or two. This is especially the case when, one after the other, all your Mitacs acquaintances, turned good friends, who’s project started before yours, start saying their goodbyes. As I waved to the parting cars and taxis, it all started feeling a bit surreal. In…
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MITACS Chapter 3: Remembering to have fun
By: Eva Kristinova (University of Regina, Canada, Mitacs Research Internship Scheme 21-22) This is the post I have been looking forward to the most! Because whether it seems like it or not, there is a lot to do in the largest city of Saskatchewan (and beyond), even if it is comparatively small by European standards. The best thing about spending the summer in Regina is that there are plenty of festivals and events to attend, and even Canadian national holidays to celebrate. Here are a few of my favourites!
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MITACS Chapter 2: Research as work
By: Eva Kristinova (University of Regina, Canada, Mitacs Research Internship Scheme 21-22) Imagine. You’ve arrived at your destination in Canada, you’ve run all the tedious errands in the first days, got yourself familiar with the area, and met a few nice people. What do you do now? That’s right – work. Not that that is a shocker; after all, it is the whole purpose of the three-month trip. But it can be a bit challenging finding your pace again, especially if you’ve had a few weeks between the start of your internship and the end of the academic year. It’s summer, beautiful weather (although slightly colder in Canada, of course)…
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