In a remarkable achievement, Hemangi Shrivastava, a talented Indian student, has been honored with the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship for Women in Nuclear by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The fellowship is aimed at empowering women around the world who are pursuing higher education in the nuclear sciences.
Hemangi is currently studying at National Research Nuclear University MEPhI (Moscow Engineering Physics Institute) — a leading Russian university and a key academic partner of Rosatom, Russia’s state atomic energy corporation.
About the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship
This fellowship is named after Marie Skłodowska-Curie, the legendary physicist and chemist who was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize and remains a symbol of excellence in science. The IAEA launched this initiative to support and inspire more women to enter and excel in nuclear science and technology.
Key features of the fellowship:
- Up to €20,000 in financial support for tuition and living expenses
- For two years of master’s studies in nuclear-related fields
- Access to IAEA resources, networking, and possible internships
Hemangi Shrivastava: A Rising Star in Nuclear Science
Receiving the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship is a significant milestone in Hemangi Shrivastava’s academic and professional journey. Her selection among a global pool of candidates reflects her outstanding academic record, dedication to nuclear research, and commitment to science for peaceful purposes.
At MEPhI, Hemangi is gaining in-depth expertise in nuclear engineering and technologies that play a crucial role in medicine, energy, and environmental sustainability. This global exposure will further her ambition to contribute meaningfully to India’s growing nuclear energy sector and to advocate for women in science.
Promoting Indo-Russian Educational Collaboration
Hemangi’s achievement also highlights the success of Indo-Russian educational cooperation. Rosatom, through partnerships with Indian universities and scholarship programs, has been instrumental in building a strong pipeline of Indian talent in the field of nuclear technology.
As India looks to expand its clean and efficient energy capacity through nuclear power, stories like Hemangi’s serve as an inspiration for the next generation of women scientists and engineers.