What it takes to study nanotechnology

Professor Ted Sargent is Vice President – International, at the University of Toronto, Canada, and a professor in the university's Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering. In an exclusive interview with BrainGain Magazine on Monday, March 27, 2017, he spoke about how he became interested in nanotechnology, how nano devices are created, and why engineering students should think like both engineers and entrepreneurs. Prof. Sargent also spoke about the role that students play in cutting-edge research, the value of a PhD in today's job market, and the academic, geographic and financial benefits of studying at the University of Toronto.

Interview with Silicon Valley marketing pioneer Satjiv Chahil

Silicon Valley consultant Satjiv Chahil started out with a B.Com degree from Punjab University, Chandigarh, in 1971. He got an MBA from the Thunderbird School of Global Management, now part of Arizona State University. In his career of over 30 years, he has worked with companies such as Apple, HP, IBM, Palm, and Xerox, driving initiatives at the cutting edge of entertainment technology. On November 24, 2016, he chatted with BrainGain Magazine about his studies and work, and shared some advice for young people interested in studying abroad.

Q&A on 21st Century Skills – Ashok Trivedi

Founder and Chairman of iGate, Mr. Ashok Trivedi, spoke with BrainGain Magazine at One Globe Conference. As the founder of an organization spread across nations, Mr. Trivedi had valuable insight on what the global employers are looking for. He also spoke about the importance of human networks, and shared his thoughts on India's booming study abroad trend.

International students are "very welcome" in Ireland

Ireland is opening its doors to international students. Earlier this year, a trade mission visited India with the very purpose of increasing awareness about the opportunities in Irish higher education. BrainGain Magazine spoke to delegates including the Minister of State - Mary Mitchell O'Connor, T.D.

Smart, Simple & Effective Education: The Edutel Way

The importance of a questioning attitude. Using technology to improve a teacher’s content delivery. Personal inspiration. And advice for would-be entrepreneurs. The co-founder of Edutel, Harsha K. Mahabala, speaks to BrainGain about things that matter.

How the H-1B visa issue is revealing the scam that is the American Dream

The H-1B visa isn’t exactly the symbol of the radical meritocracy that American companies would have you believe.

21st Century Education: Preparing for the Future

What is the role of education, learning and skills in the 21st century? What is the future of jobs? Are skills inbuilt or learnt? Watch BrainGain magazine’s panel of experts – Sandy Hooda (Vega Schools), Dr. Bennett McClellan (Sunstone Business School), Dr. Pushkar (BITS, Pilani -Goa), and Jerry Hultin (New York University) answer these questions and share valuable insights.

A simple guide to the higher education system in Germany

What’s the difference between a ‘university’ and a ‘university of applied science’? Can international students get scholarships? Do you need to know German? Do you need to take the GRE?

Book Review: Grown Up Digital by Don Tapscott

In “Grown Up Digital: How the Net Generation is Changing Your World,” Don Tapscott shatters the negative stereotypes of the Net Generation, who currently range in age from 11 to 30.

Breakfast Roundtable: Failure as a step forward in the learning process

International education experts, including principals of some of the top schools in India, discussed the importance of failure in the learning process. The discussion was the subject of the Breakfast Roundtable, part of BrainGain Magazine’s Student Session held in February 2018. Watch the video to find out more.