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Pooya Taheri
Mechatronic Systems Engineering PhD graduate in the Faculty of Applied Sciences
My name is Pooya; I am a PhD student at the MSE Department of SFU. I love teaching, mentoring, and research. I work on improving the functionality and efficiency of electric machines. After finishing my PhD, I would like to mentor students through their university studies.
WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO COME TO SFU?
I chose SFU because of its culture of integration and collaboration.
TELL US ABOUT YOUR RESEARCH AND/OR PROGRAM.
My research is on improving the efficiency of electric machines.
WHAT ARE YOU PARTICULARLY ENJOYING ABOUT YOUR STUDIES/RESEARCH AT SFU?
It is very practical and solves real needs.
HOW HAVE AWARDS IMPACTED YOUR STUDIES AND/OR RESEARCH?
Receiving awards has helped me focus on my studies instead of worrying about basic needs.
HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR PROGRAM TO SOMEONE STILL SEARCHING FOR A PROGRAM?
My program is multi-disciplinary and encourages broad perspectives.
DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR PROSPECTIVE GRADUATE STUDENTS?
Gain some real-life experience before pursuing graduate studies.
Contact Pooya: ptaherig@sfu.ca