What first inspired you to study this subject?
RAK: Rick and Morty is one of the most popular adult animated science-fiction shows, and it has been one of my favourites for a while. I have always been interested in learning new skills.
Being an education maker, I have slowly developed some of the skills I will use for my project. This made me want to challenge myself by including them all in one big project.
What advice would you give STEM students who want to get involved in this line of research?
RAK: Even if you don’t have the skills yet, come up with different projects and set your mind to it. Start by learning each skill individually and then experiment by adding others slowly. You will encounter walls throughout your research, but there’s always a solution.
Be part of a community. You will find it less scary when you are working with others who are also facing challenges and you are trying to overcome them together.
What do you like best about being at Concordia?
RAK: Concordia has always been my top choice. I remember coming to the maker space during my last semester at Marianopolis CEGEP. The education makers were very friendly and helpful. I felt welcomed immediately.
In addition to an amazing community, Concordia offers many resources outside of the classes we are taking to help students experiment and explore, with no limit!
Are there any partners, agencies or other funding/support attached to your research?
RAK: I’m supported by Milieux’s Undergraduate Fellows program and MilieuxMake.
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