Christchurch is my favorite place in the world. It’s where I’ve spent most of my life. There’s so much to do, the people are great, the surroundings are beautiful, and the weather is fresh! When I moved to Auckland to pursue my career at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, I felt homesick and wanted to create something as a tribute to my home city. I decided to learn how to use a laser cutter and build a wooden map of Christchurch....
SouthSci is a New Zealand government program that connects schools in low socio-economic areas of South Auckland with science, providing both funding and expertise for community research projects. The goal is to demonstrate the value of science, showcase career paths in the science sector, and foster relationships between science organizations, researchers, and students. Where do I come in? I was one of the volunteer experts who collaborated with students and teachers to bring science alive in their classrooms....