17. April 2024 Gastblogger:in Zweikommazwei
My Experience as a Student Intern at the Institute of Energy and Climate Research – Nuclear Waste Management
In April and October of 2023, Overbach High School student Mandukhai Ritman embarked on a challenging internship at our Institute for Nuclear Waste Management. Her three-week mission? Unraveling the mysteries of safe radioactive waste storage and disposal. Dr. Jenna Poonoosamy’s team welcomed Mandukhai, and together they delved into a project exploring the long-term behavior of nuclear waste. Through a series of experiments, Mandukhai investigated methods for crystal co-precipitation. This internship wasn’t just about science; it was a confidence booster for Mandukhai. The research experience ignited a passion for scientific inquiry, and she now sets her sights on a future career in science herself.