"Having undertaken technological units during both my undergraduate and master's degree programs, I was eager to grasp new ideas in addition to sharing a scientific platform with various students from different parts of the world. From the skills and knowledge acquired during the course, I plan to collaborate with a fellow PhD student to conduct a life cycle assessment test on his project involving the 'de-haring of animal skin using enzymes for upscale in the industry.'"

Brenda Atieno Okoko, University of Nairobi

"The course came at a time when I was trying to investigate feasibility of the technology of bio-oil generation from rice husk waste. The first semester covered economic analysis and profitability assessment, and I learnt about the money aspect and that a successful project should wholesomely and in a sustainable way benefit the community, conserve their social setting, and preserve the environment. In the second semester, we heard and learnt from experienced guest speakers who are positively impacting change in communities around the world. Through the course, I gained knowledge in model engineering and chemical processes, and I am able to carry out socio-economic and environmental analyses of projects in any sector."

Joel Wakatuntu, Uganda

"At the time of application, we had a research topic related to the feasibility study of biogas generation by the conversion of municipal waste in Bujumbura. I had an opportunity to apply what I learnt from the course in a TEA study for a BioInnovate Africa project titled 'Disinfestation of fruits and vegetables using hot water immersion treatment technique.' I plan to collaborate more with researchers to apply the knowledge acquired from the course."

Nadege Mugisha, University of Burundi

"We covered interesting topics such as the use of the Aspen software and how to use it, various reactor types, process flow diagrams, energy and material balance, and separation design among others. Through the course, I also managed to link up and form networks with people from all over the world. I made friends with other students from Brazil, Burundi, Ethiopia, and the USA. In the near future, when I have raised some capital, I plan on starting my own industry and put into use the information obtained from the TEA course."

Sammy Kiplagat Chebon, University of Nairobi

"From the course, I learnt new skills, including how to generate leading questions that guide the final assessment of any business venture. The course provided detailed study about modeling the questions, conducting a material and energy balance, and the economics of the business. The knowledge shared guides me as I continue my work involving fruit wastes (peels) for biogas production, and energy generation from agricultural wastes."

Tadeo Mibulo, Makerere University, Uganda