2021 Eureka Finalists
Danny Kivi
Hello, my name is Danny Kivi. I am a second year student at the University of Auckland studying Civil Engineering. I’m excited for the future of sustainable energy and new inventions being developed. I love sports, video games and spending time with family and friends.
Yingxin Zhang
Currently a Year 13 student studying at St Mary's College in Auckland, Yingxin (Cynthia) Zhang is an avid learner who loves to challenge herself so that she can do her best, being top of her cohort since 2016 and selected for numerous STEM awards and scholarships. She loves to get involved in any opportunity available in her community, being an active member of initiatives like organising committees for key events, youth councils, and orchestras. In her spare time, you'll most likely find her either reading books, learning about new scientific discoveries, or exploring the outdoors with her camera.
Cullen Tran
Hello, I'm Cullen, a Year 13 at Scots College, with an immense passion for science - chemistry in particular! Beyond the classroom, my involvement with school life includes our school choir, environmental council, and voluntarily tutoring younger students. I am also a strong advocate for empowering youth, often campaigning in my free time and being a member of our Premier A debating team. Hence, Eureka has been an amazing opportunity to combine my love of public speaking and science together.
Jennifer Zhang
Hi! I’m Jennifer and I am currently studying at Mount Albert Grammar School in year 13. From art to tennis, I have quite a few hobbies that I enjoy partaking in during my spare time. I also have a keen interest in math and the sciences, particularly chemistry and biology. As an avid nature lover, it’s important to me that our environment and especially our waterways stay clean. So I hope we are able to utilise unique and innovative solutions to achieve this goal.
Kunli Zhang
An avid participant in a wide range of activities, from chamber music to tramping to debating, Kunli has always been particularly interested in how scientists could use their knowledge to benefit our natural environment, our taiao. Kunli is studying computer science and engineering at Auckland University. Kunli hopes to use his public speaking, communication skills, and interest in science for the betterment of society. His interest is designing practical and efficient solutions to the problems of the 21st century.
Matthew Batcheler
I'm Matthew Batcheler, a Year 13 student from Mount Albert Grammar School. I have a keen interest in New Zealand's environment and am involved with restoration and pest-free initiatives in my local community.
Edu Tremain
Tēnā koutou, I’m Edu, a year 12 student at Napier Boys’ High School. I have a keen interest in the sciences, especially chemistry, and have captained the NBHS Mighty 3rd XV in rugby. I have been involved with the Enviro-club, and Ahuru Mowai program at school. I recently made the Hawkes Bay U16 A team for rugby.
Outside of school I enjoy spending time in the sea participating in activities such as surfing, boogey boarding, life guarding and scuba diving for crayfish at Pania Reef. As a result, I dislike seeing our waterways polluted and unsafe to swim in.
Robbie Maris
I am a third-year student at the University of Waikato. Currently, I am working towards a Bachelor's of Business degree - majoring in economics and chemistry. I have an avid interest in integrating these areas to solve global issues.
I am also a proud Football referee and spend a significant proportion of my time training and on the field refereeing.
2021 Eureka - Semi Finalists
Siobhan Barnard
My name is Siobhan Barnard, I am a first year student at Massey University, majoring in Zoology with a focus on terrestrial invertebrates.
I think it's important to encourage people to rethink their biases about bugs and treat them with a little more kindness. I have volunteered with Te Papa in the past and am about to start doing some work at Te Manawa in Palmerston North.
Victor Qiu
Hi, I'm Victor, a year 13 student currently at Mount Albert Grammar. I have a keen interest in science and technology, and by extension - am immensely passionate about this field. As such, I've grown to adore tackling problems; especially those which positively impact my surroundings. In my free time, I enjoy graphic design as well as reading. Eureka has been a wonderful opportunity as well as a unique learning experience, and I'm glad to have been a part of it.
Thimeth Wijesinghe
Hi, I'm Thimeth and I'm a year 12 student at Christ's College, Canterbury. I have a love for the sciences, especially when it has an environmental focus.
I have been participating in regional science fairs for the last 4 years, achieving highly in all, and most notably winning the Environment Canterbury Wrybill Award. Outside of this, I am a keen debater and enjoy involving myself in drama and productions. I also enjoy service and have completed my Duke of Edinburgh Bronze and Silver and I currently completing the Gold award.
Vicki Chow
"Hello, I'm Vicki, a year 13 prefect at Epsom Girls Grammar School. I am endlessly curious, especially investigating how things work. I have presented at the Auckland Science and Technology Fair, and this year I was selected to attend the London International Youth Science Forum, representing both my school and New Zealand.
Through my intense interest in conservation, my latest project is to complete an app allowing users to identify native birds through recorded sound.
I attained the Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award earlier this year, I volunteer as a librarian, peer tutor, peer support counsellor, and participate in orchestras, choirs, as well as a variety of sports including archery, sailing, table tennis and tramping."
Nathan Chen
Hi, I’m Nathan and I'm a New Zealander who has just moved to the University of Pennsylvania to take up my first year studies in Systems Science and Engineering. I have an avid interest in integrating technology and public policy to solve some of our biggest challenges, and really value the platform which Eureka! has offered me to share some of my views, and gain experience in science communication. I'm an advocate for mental health, and really want to see an Aotearoa where everyone is happy and feels that they have the support and resources to thrive.
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