Shiv Nadar School Faridabad is proud to announce that Shaunak Uppal from DP1 has been selected as a Breakthrough Scholar for the prestigious Lumiere Research Inclusion Program.
This accomplishment reflects Shaunak’s unwavering dedication, intellectual curiosity, and academic discipline. The Lumiere selection process is known for its rigour and requires candidates to successfully navigate a detailed application process, a comprehensive Statement of Purpose, and an intensive interview round. Shaunak excelled at every stage, impressing the selection committee with his clarity of thought, academic potential, and passion for research.
As part of this highly regarded programme, Shaunak will engage in a 13 week one-on-one mentored research experience with a research scholar in his chosen field. The programme is designed to expose students to university-level research methodologies, analytical thinking, and scholarly inquiry, enabling them to explore complex ideas beyond the classroom curriculum.
Through this experience, Shaunak will have the opportunity to deepen his research capabilities, strengthen problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and develop a nuanced understanding of academic investigation and interdisciplinary learning. The programme will further support him in building a strong academic foundation for future higher education and research pursuits.
This achievement is a reflection not only of Shaunak’s academic excellence, but equally of his perseverance, intellectual maturity, and willingness to challenge himself through meaningful learning opportunities.
We congratulate Shaunak on this outstanding milestone and look forward to witnessing his continued growth and achievements in the years ahead.