A university-industry partnership in Canada is developing a low-cost fix for self-driving wheelchairs

Since its invention, the wheelchair has seen barely any technological improvements. Here’s how artificial intelligence experts at the University of Toronto and Cyberworks Robotics are changing all that.

Making Education Matter: Q & A with Dr. Subir Gokarn

BrainGain Magazine spoke with Dr. Subir Gokarn about the philosophy and practice of education. Topics included homeschooling, assessing creativity and the creation of minimally invasive teaching environments.

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.

How to Write Great Resumes and Ace the Interview

Does your application need a resume or a CV? How to succeed in a university interview? How to ace the admission process? Watch the topic for valuable insights on these and related topics.

Chennai Students Take 3rd Place in UK-India Social Innovation Challenge 2017

6 students from the Chennai-based Loyola Institute of Business Administration have won the third prize in the UK-India Social Innovation Challenge 2017. Read more below.

Q&A with Jon Beard: 4 Great Tips from the University of Cambridge

Are you considering applying to the University of Cambridge? Or another university abroad? Jon Beard, Director - Cambridge Admissions Office, spoke to BrainGain Magazine earlier this year. He answers key questions that international students have and gives some great advice. To find out, watch the video.

Book Review: Originals

Wharton's star professor encourages teachers to nurture the oddballs and nonconformists in their classroom to keep the flame of originality alive.

Q&A with Dr. Ariel Armony: why international students should apply to University of Pittsburgh

Dr. Ariel Armony, Vice Provost of Global Affairs at University of Pittsburgh visited India in late April to engage with international students. He spoke to BrainGain Magazine about why student recruitment is a priority for the university, especially students who don’t have the resources or knowledge to apply. Watch this video to find out what Dr. Armony had to say about why the University of Pittsburgh is perfect for international students, with its excellent faculty and focus on technologically driven solutions to global issues.

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.

5 top technical skills that will make your CV stand out

With the increasing level of competition in jobs, just brandishing an undergraduate degree doesn’t ensure that your CV makes the cut. What better to bring to the table than technical skills? We give you 5 that are in great demand.