First wave reporters
In April 2025, the EELISA Student Reporters Pilot experience was launched. Students from BME and POLITEHNICA of Bucarest were selected and trained to cover the 3rd EELISA Scientific Student Competition. Their mission? To capture key moments, conduct interviews, and reveal behind-the-scenes insights, offering a fresh, student-led perspective on the competition. The result was a vibrant and engaging collection of content in line with the spirit, diversity, and energy of the event!
Eduardo Meza
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Born in Mexico City, Mexico, I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). I participated in projects for the Mexican Electrical System in collaboration with Tecnológico de Monterrey and later taught undergraduate courses at UNAM. I am currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics at Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME).
I believe that our duty as STEM professionals is to share our knowledge and experience, helping to smooth the path for those who show interest in these fields. Mathematics and the sciences are beautiful, and we must encourage young people to embrace them as a way of life — a way to help build a better society through science. Being an EELISA reporter has been a deeply gratifying and enjoyable experience; it has allowed me to meet and connect with people from all over the world and to convey this sense of purpose.
Sonia Maer
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Sonia is a representative and communications lead in the EELISA Student Council. With years of experience in student representation, beginning in high school, she is passionate about youth participation and education advocacy. Through her NGO in Romania, she works to empower young people and promote education as a foundation for change.
Students deserve to have their voices heard and the EELISA Reporter initiative empowers us to make that happen. It provides a space where, regardless of the field of study, young people can express their creativity, connect with others and help bring projects closer to every student eager to be part of the change.
Betul Naz
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Bachelor’s student in Computer Engineering, Budapest University of Technology and Economics. EELISA BME Student Reporter.
I became an EELISA Student Reporter because I love showing the moments that happen beyond the spotlight. I love making people see things from different perspectives, getting inspired, and inspiring others. I’ve always loved capturing moments through photography and video, and this role gave me the chance to do that more professionally while learning from other Reporters and reflecting the unseen side of EELISA’s journey.
Meet the second wave of reporters
These students have been selected to participate in a multicultural exchange experience, covering different events across the Alliance, and providing new points of view. Set in the context of EELISA Days, they will have the chance to cover three of EELISA’s main events: The First EELISA PhD Symposium, JEBE Business Game, and the Entrepreneurship School.
Séram Borgel
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Trained in acting and communication at the Conservatoire National Supérieur d’Art Dramatique, he combines his passion for storytelling and public speaking through Parle mieux — his social media project about eloquence and the art of speaking.
For me, being an EELISA Student Reporter is like a little Erasmus I never had the chance to do. I love discovering new cultures, meeting people, and sharing stories that connect us. During the PhD Symposium, I’m especially excited to meet students who are pitching their research — because helping people express ideas clearly and confidently is what I do every day.
Raquel Piquet
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Biotechnology student at Universidad Politécnica de Madrid. Enthusiastic, curious, excited to explore new opportunities and always up for a new challenge.
I’m passionate about communication and the way it can connect people to science. Being in Budapest as an EE Reporter is a unique chance to meet talented researchers and share their insights with our university community.
Taha Keray Gürkan
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Second year student of Molecular Biology and Genetics at ITU. I love exercising, learning and traveling. I am passionate about being someone that connects science and entrepreneurship..
I’m passionate about bridging the gap between complex innovation and the public. I want to make everything EELISA does accessible and inspiring to people.
Isabelle Nace
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Hi I’m IN! I come from the USA & study at FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg in Germany. I am studying for my Masters degree in International Business Studies, and love traveling, reading, and playing lacrosse.
I’m passionate about meeting new people & capturing different experiences through photo and film, and believe I can bring a creative perspective to EELISA.
Mattia Amadei
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Hi, I am Mattia Amadei and I am attending my second year of my undergraduate in Political Sciences at Sant’Anna School of Advanced Studies in Pisa. Here at the school I found a stimulating environment, which gives me the opportunity to develope my passion for communication as spokeperson of the Allievi’s Commission for Communication and universitari guidance.
I believe that the image we show others is the foundation on which we build working relationships, study partnerships and trust. I want to commit myself to ensuring that the image of our universities is the best it can be.
Mia Lakic
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I’m a fourth-year Electrical Engineering student at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME), specializing in Infocommunications and Signal Processing. I’m passionate about making science more accessible and inspiring through communication. As Co-Director of TEDxBME, I work on bringing forward stories that spark curiosity and highlight innovation. I also enjoy collaborating on international student initiatives that bridge cultures and ideas across Europe.
I love showing the human side of science — the people, ideas, and stories behind innovation. Being an EELISA Reporter lets me amplify those voices and share the excitement of what’s happening across our universities. It’s about connecting communities and making European collaboration feel real and inspiring.
Sara Feki
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I’m Sara Feki, a Tunisian architect currently pursuing a Specialized Master’s in BIM at École des Ponts ParisTech, while working as a BIM and Digital Transition Manager at an architecture firm in Paris.
I believe in the power of digital innovation and collaboration to transform the way we design and build our cities. Being part of EELISA gives me the opportunity to share my ideas and those of others, and to convey the highlights and stories of this amazing event.
Ronald Albert Mathew
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A Master’s student at ZHAW with a background in astrophysics and passionate about science, technology, innovation, sports and public speaking. As an Austrian, brought up in India and also lived in Scotland for a short period of time, so I value the importance of societal unity in science and innovation. I believe unity brings more than just peace, but also collaboration that elevates all individual capabilities.
The pursuit of brilliant and revolutionary science and technological advancements is where my passion for science comes from, but understanding that effective public understanding of these researches is how we progress as a society is why I am EELISA Student Reporter. I believe my role as a student reporter can help bridge the ever expanding gap between the intense technological strides that humanity is making right now and our societal understanding of them.
Jihan Hasna Jauza Apandi
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I’m Jihan Hasna Jauza Apandi, an Indonesian Aerospace Engineering student at Politehnica University of Bucharest with a passion for science communication, content creation, and international collaboration. I strive to share knowledge creatively and make science accessible for everyone — and as a fun fact, I’m also a huge cat lover.
I believe diversity brings new perspectives to science, and as an EELISA Reporter, I want to share stories that highlight how different voices and cultures come together to shape innovation and understanding.
Jasmine Della Valle
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I am a passionate STEM-girl whose university path started with Chemistry and has now evolved into Materials and Nanotechnology Engineering, at Scuola Normale Superiore in Pisa. My ambition for the future is to discover new biocompatible materials for medical applications. I also love communicating science and research. I enjoy travelling and discovering new cultures.
I am EELISA Reporter because I want to share the EELISA vision, connect people across Europe to make science and engineering more inclusive, sustainable, and impactful. I hope to bring together curious minds who share the same passions and help them inspire one another.