JAKARTA, KalderaNews.com – Eden Vina Grate, a trailblazing scholar from Southern Leyte State University specializing in Food Technology, Food Science and Technology, has embarked on a transformative academic journey at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore.
Winner of the Green Food Contest with her pioneering mushroom-based proposal, Eden is leading the charge in sustainable food solutions despite initial cultural challenges.
The Green Food Contest, organized by Nuffic Southeast Asia and sponsored by IMCD through its “IMCD Cares” Programme, aims to cultivate young talents across Southeast Asia who are committed to revolutionizing the food industry towards sustainability.
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Participants were tasked with developing innovative proposals centered on plant-based alternatives, addressing global concerns on food security and environmental impact.
The Green Food Contest awarded Eden a prestigious scholarship for a Master’s program in Plant Biology at NTU.
Her research focuses on harnessing mushrooms as a sustainable alternative in food production, aligning with global efforts towards environmental sustainability.
Transitioning from the Philippines to Singapore has presented Eden with significant cultural adjustments.
Culture Shock
“Studying abroad for the first time has been a culture shock,” she admitted to KalderaNews.com after the Panel Discussion “Fostering EU-ASEAN Collaboration: Empowering Future Leaders through Education and Industry Partnerships in Southeast Asia” in Jakarta on Wednesday, July 17 2024.
However, the English-speaking environment in Singapore has eased her adaptation, facilitating her academic pursuits and interactions with peers.
One of the main challenges Eden faced was navigating the Chinese-speaking environment prevalent among her Chinese-speaking friends at NTU.
Despite these challenges, Eden has thrived during her seven months at NTU, immersing herself in research and academic pursuits with determination and resilience.
For Eden, the IMCD Asia Scholarship not only opens doors for her education but also empowers her to contribute valuable insights and innovations in sustainable food technologies.
She looks forward to continuing her journey at NTU, where she aims to further develop her mushroom-based research and contribute meaningfully to sustainable agriculture.
Eden story underscores the transformative power of education and cross-cultural exchange in shaping a sustainable future.
Her journey serves as an inspiration to students and researchers alike, advocating for innovative solutions to global challenges in food security and sustainability.
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