Half Time Scholars
A podcast series that features the interesting work independent and emerging academic scholars. The series speaks with scholars from a variety of disciplines.
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Half Time Scholars – Why we can all benefit from having more positive anticipation in our lives (opens the original)
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On this episode, we meet Alexandra Zimbatu, a customer experience and service researcher, completing a joint PhD programme between Queensland University of Technology (Australia) and Maastricht University (Netherlands). Her research explores the role of anticipation for wellbeing, and how service organizations and individuals alike can support positive temporal experiences. Having previously worked in public policy as the Assistant Director of Service Design, Alexandra’s career has been driven b
Half Time Scholars - Harvesting the Sun: Solar-Powered Irrigation for Sri Lanka’s Farmers (opens the original)
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In this episode, we explore the intersection of renewable energy, agriculture, and climate resilience. We’ll look at how solar-powered irrigation and agrivoltaics could transform rice cultivation in Sri Lanka. And we’ll discuss how clean energy solutions can support sustainable agriculture, rural development, and a more resilient future. Today, we’re joined by Ayumini Pathirage Don, whose research examines Solar-Powered Irrigation Systems for Rice Cultivation in Sri Lanka .
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