Project Pascal Letter for sustainability research
Empowering Asia Pacific Students to Tackle Climate Change: A Cross-Cultural Learning Initiative
To whom it may concern,
I am a research head of Project Pascal, a non-profit organisation based in Singapore which comprises other students passionate about democratising STEM education and using science to solve pressing problems in the world. In particular, we wish to tackle the issue of climate change, which has shown to be a harbinger of destruction in many regions of the world today.
At the same time, we have recognized the imperative of fostering synergistic collaborations with students from the Asia Pacific region. The perspectives uncovered from this diverse and dynamic geographical region provide an indispensable tapestry of insights that enrich our holistic comprehension of these issues.
Some of your students already have outstanding accomplishments in the STEM field and have shown existing effort in addressing climate change challenges, therefore it is in our utmost interest to be able to work on a common project with them to elevate our initiatives on a higher ground. Some of the initiatives we have in mind are hosting forums in conjunction with experts from around the world, whilst inviting your students, as we feel that this provides them with invaluable knowledge and shapes innovative strategies.
Central to our aspirations is the identification of outstanding students from the Asia Pacific Islands, those exemplifying an unwavering dedication to mitigating climate change. We endeavor to confer upon these outstanding scholars partnerships that catalyses their academic pursuits. In tandem with our esteemed members, they will embark on research projects encompassing diverse facets of climate change, such as the burgeoning domain of eco-tourism and the exploration of high-tech solutions, such as smart farming.
We believe that by being of a similar age group, they can cooperate well and learn from each other’s differences through their varied experiences. Hopefully, the end product of these projects will enrich the development of solutions to ensure the sustainability of Asia Pacific Island nations.
As part of our goal to bring equitable access to education for these students, we shall provide them with comprehensive training to formulate sustainable solutions through the various STEM disciplines. This shall forge a network where Asia Pacific students, Pascal members, and experts can contribute to a repository of ideas regarding climate change.
Therefore, it would be a great honor if we could embark some of your students on this cross-cultural learning program. It would be a great experience for our members as well!
Best Regards,
Zhang Chenxi
Research Head of Project Pascal