Ben Irvine

Ben states that a highlight of his experience at RSBS was the “well chosen and thought out project” which his supervisor had set out for him. Throughout the process he had the ability to learn and try various techniques such as gene expression, plant physiology and CO2 gas exchange.

Rose Manhire-Heath

Before coming to Canberra, Rose completed her Biochemistry and Honours degrees at Otago University in New Zealand. Rose says that she “wouldn’t have made the decision to move to Australia without coming here first”.

Rizalyn
Albarracin

The answer to the question of whether she enjoyed her time at RSBS was met with “yes, every aspect”! Rizalyn wishes to help in the diagnoses and treatment of diseases many people still suffer from with no adequate healthcare at their reach.

Natalia Sampaio

Project: Identifying new functions for flavonoids in higher plants

“The summer scholarships are definitely better than staying at home and working a summer job”, says Natalia who happily flew to the other side of Australia to gain this experience. The social aspect of the scholarship program has also been an enjoyable part of her stay and she has particularly enjoyed mixing with a “group of peers who are equally committed and dedicated to the scholarship program”.

Timothy Cheong

“I wanted to get a taste of what research is really like to inform my decision on whether to pursue postgraduate studies in the future”, Timothy says. “Apply for it…it’s an experience you’ll take with you for the rest of your life!”

Kastoori Hingorani

Kastoori has enjoyed being in an informal, friendly and very welcoming work culture.
“I find that my supervisor encourages me to put forward my ideas and by allowing me the freedom to organize the timeline of the project, I feel more responsible and more attached to the project”, she says.

Therese Jo

Project:
Effectiveness of new-generation Glaucoma-
diagnosing technologies

Lisa Vlahos

Gabrielle Lockett

“Summer scholarships in general seem a good opportunity to keep one's mind on science over the holidays, but the ANU one stood out as offering so much - work at a prestigious university, not to mention free board, food and flights!”, Gabrielle says.