Donors

 

“I would like to show my appreciation to the Asian Institute of Technology and the Japanese Government for enabling me to accomplish this master’s in Marine Plastic Abatement. This program prepared and equipped me to be one of the new generations of environmental leaders to use my expertise and training in combating plastic litter, especially in aquatic environments using advanced technologies and management practices that I have learned.

Many people are not aware of the effects of microplastics, therefore being equipped with such knowledge will help me sensitize communities about environmental sustainability and conservation and proper handling of plastic litter.”

Walugembe Francis (December 2021)

Uganda

Marine Plastics Abatement (MPA)

 “The main reason I chose AIT was because of the reputation of its faculty members and research scholars in Asia, which was significant to me as this is my intended career path. Studying in the Master MPA program in SERD gave me a fantastic basis on which to construct my profession. Being a merchant seaman and acquiring practical relevance with a strong theoretical foundation from AIT Professors, has realized my passion of integrating my professionalism and marine biodiversity in equal quantities.”

Juvenary J. Ntinabo (December 2021)
Tanzania
Marine Plastics Abatement (MPA)

“Being my first time to travel and study outside my country, my experience on the AIT campus is filled with wonderful memories. The opportunity to study the MPA program through the generous sponsorship of the Japan Government has exposed me to new realities which will enable me to probe and provide lasting solutions to the menace of plastic pollution. The MPA program is perfectly tailored through the use of field visits, special lectures, updated course works and research study to suit the learning expectations of students from different academic backgrounds. After completing the MPA program with my research interest majoring in microplastics, I can confidently acclaim myself to be a plastic professional with the sole aim of going into the world and making it GREEN.”

Hassan Olamilekan Umar (December 2021)
Nigeria
Marine Plastics Abatement (MPA)

“For me, life is mostly about learning and sharing. AITs-Energy program provided me with the knowledge that I can share with others. It also gave me ENERGY during my 2-years’ here, which is now stored as knowledge in my own storage for the future use after my graduation.”

Mr. Makara Greadmeta (December 2021)
Thailand
Sustainable Energy Transition (STE)

“One-year master’s in Marine Plastics Abatement (MPA) at AIT was much beyond the academic experience. The MPA program is specially designed with hybrid courses, field visits, special lectures, research studies, and much more. Thus, we made the most of the one year.
2021 has been unforgettable. The tough lockdown times and online learning made us all stronger than ever before. AIT provided me the opportunity to work under the kind supervision of Prof. Visu, which was an overwhelming experience for me, as I am amazed by the amount of time, effort, and commitment AIT professors put into student's research work.”

Ms. Lala Rukh Memon (December 2021)
Pakistan
Marine Plastics Abatement (MPA)

“Coming to study at this institute is one of the best things that happened to me. This place has changed into my second home where I gained knowledge. In addition, I received various learning experiences, opportunities for self-improvement and was also allows meet friends and people from different cultures and countries. I am grateful to have come across supportive professors with whom I have accumulated both classroom and research experiences. I was lucky and feel proud to be a member of the AIT family.”

Ms. Chitrlada Booncharoen (December 2021)
Thailand
Agri-Business Management (ABM)

“I was a part of something unprecedented, something new. I overcame challenges, learned, unlearned, relearned, and in the process made memories of my lifetime. As I gracefully culminate the two years spent here, it feels humbling to be a part of the history. AIT will always be my second home. I am sure, the upcoming batches will continue the rich legacy and strive to make our AIT Community proud.”

Mr. Ram Prasad Bebartta(Intersem 2021)
India
Food Engineering and Bioprocess Technology(FEBT)

“Studying at AIT is one of the best and meaningful experiences I have ever had. In the MPA program, I have learned and developed skills from great professors and professionals, theoretically but also practically.”

Mr. Indradhi Faisal Ibrahim(Intersem 2021)
Indonesia
Marine Plastics Abatement (MPA)

“I am very grateful to be one of the students in the new study area, Marine Plastics Abatement at AIT. I enjoyed all the field trips offered as well as other events during the year-long period. I was educated and trained by many professionals in AIT and plastic-related and well-known companies. I have decided to form a small partnership with my friends that I met during my studies to continue our similar goal of reducing plastic pollution in one way or another.”

Ms. Sinenart Jaruvarakul(Intersem 2021)
Thailand
Marine Plastics Abatement (MPA)

“This program has helped me access and learn a lot of new things and skills in the field of environmental engineering and management. Working with world-ranking professors and professional staff of AIT gave me a chance and an opportunity to improve myself to become a skillful researcher. Life in an international educational environment like AIT with many new multinational friends has given me the most wonderful and memorable experiences that I will definitely share with all my friends and family back home”.

Mr. Nguyen Anh Vu (May 2021)
Vietnam
Environmental Engineering and Management (EEM)