In this section, you will see some testimonials from people from Brazil who participated in an exchange program in Germany.
Thais Dibbern
My sandwich PhD period in Germany was a transformative experience that enriched both my academic and personal journey. During the months I spent in Hamburg, I had the opportunity to experience numerous opportunities and work alongside renowned researchers in my field of study. In addition to the academic environment, immersion in the German culture was an enriching experience. The cultural richness, academic environment, and collaboration opportunities provided an unparalleled period of growth and learning
My sandwich PhD period in Germany was a transformative experience that enriched both my academic and personal journey. During the months I spent in Hamburg, I had the opportunity to experience numerous opportunities and work alongside renowned researchers in my field of study. In addition to the academic environment, immersion in the German culture was an enriching experience. The cultural richness, academic environment, and collaboration opportunities provided an unparalleled period of growth and learning
João Eustachio
Reflecting on my time as a PhD student at the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg), I am filled with a sense of gratitude and accomplishment. Choosing to work with Prof. Leal and the dedicated team at the FTZ-NK research centre was one of the best decisions I made during my academic journey. My period of study at HAW Hamburg stands out as one of the most rewarding and enriching experiences of my entire academic career.
The research environment at FTZ-NK opened doors to an international dimension of conducting research that I had never imagined possible. It provided me with a unique platform to engage with global perspectives, fostering a sense of interconnectedness that transcended geographical boundaries. This exposure to a diverse academic community not only broadened my horizons but also presented challenges that significantly enriched my personal and professional growth
Reflecting on my time as a PhD student at the Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg), I am filled with a sense of gratitude and accomplishment. Choosing to work with Prof. Leal and the dedicated team at the FTZ-NK research centre was one of the best decisions I made during my academic journey. My period of study at HAW Hamburg stands out as one of the most rewarding and enriching experiences of my entire academic career.
The research environment at FTZ-NK opened doors to an international dimension of conducting research that I had never imagined possible. It provided me with a unique platform to engage with global perspectives, fostering a sense of interconnectedness that transcended geographical boundaries. This exposure to a diverse academic community not only broadened my horizons but also presented challenges that significantly enriched my personal and professional growth
Lucas Veiga Avila
The experience provided at HAW, under the guidance of Prof. Walter Leal, was transformative in terms of learning for my education and professional career. I highlight the training opportunities in HAW's graduate programs for the development of high-impact articles and theses, experiences gained through participation in symposiums and training sessions in other countries with experts. It allowed me to explore new research areas, methods, and integrate with new teams and networks of researchers from different regions of the world, which facilitated experiences, scientific enhancement, and high-impact publications.
The experience provided at HAW, under the guidance of Prof. Walter Leal, was transformative in terms of learning for my education and professional career. I highlight the training opportunities in HAW's graduate programs for the development of high-impact articles and theses, experiences gained through participation in symposiums and training sessions in other countries with experts. It allowed me to explore new research areas, methods, and integrate with new teams and networks of researchers from different regions of the world, which facilitated experiences, scientific enhancement, and high-impact publications.
Kamila Frizzo
Collaborating with the renowned sustainability researcher, Prof. Dr. Walter Leal, along with interacting with scholars from around the world, provided a very fruitful experience, enriching both my professional and personal perspectives. In addition to collecting data for my thesis, I had the opportunity to engage in articles, books, event organization, and participation. This unique experience transformed my view as a global researcher.
Collaborating with the renowned sustainability researcher, Prof. Dr. Walter Leal, along with interacting with scholars from around the world, provided a very fruitful experience, enriching both my professional and personal perspectives. In addition to collecting data for my thesis, I had the opportunity to engage in articles, books, event organization, and participation. This unique experience transformed my view as a global researcher.
Luciana Brandli
Going to Germany was a blind choice, with many expectations but without any certainty. What happened after this experience was an evolution in my professional career and for all the students who followed and also had the opportunity to go.
Going to Germany was a blind choice, with many expectations but without any certainty. What happened after this experience was an evolution in my professional career and for all the students who followed and also had the opportunity to go.
Amanda Lange Salvia
The experience at HAW was outstanding in several ways. The team at the FTZ-NK facilitated the participation in university events and in projects developed by the centre. The scientific production was also a highlight of the period at HAW – and after my return to Brazil as well. The opportunity of studying at HAW, connecting with a centre dedicated to sustainable development and climate change issues led to personal, academic and professional development, boosting my career and opening doors to exciting new challenges.
The experience at HAW was outstanding in several ways. The team at the FTZ-NK facilitated the participation in university events and in projects developed by the centre. The scientific production was also a highlight of the period at HAW – and after my return to Brazil as well. The opportunity of studying at HAW, connecting with a centre dedicated to sustainable development and climate change issues led to personal, academic and professional development, boosting my career and opening doors to exciting new challenges.