I am Aagam Sheetalkumar Kasaliwal, currently in my third year (after second year when I did the internship). In my second year summers I interned at Kyoto University as part of the KU-STAR Program. This article gives an overview of how I got this internship and my experience during those two months.

About the Internship:

Program: KU-STAR Program
University: Kyoto University
Supervisor: Giordano Mattoni and Yoshiteru Maeno (Physics Department)
Duration: 18th May, 2025 - 18th July, 2025
Mode: On-site
Research Area: Physics - low temperature measurements
Funding: Yes (funded internship)

How I Got the Opportunity:

I found this opportunity through the KU-STAR Program which was communicated via webmail by IITB. The application process required:

• CV
• Transcript
• Statement of Purpose (SOP)
• Letter of Recommendation from Prof

I received significant help during this process from professors, specifically Prof. Darshan Shah, who provided guidance and support.

Research Project:

The research topic was jointly discussed and decided between myself and the supervisors. I worked in the field of low-temperature measurements in physics, which involved understanding fundamental physical phenomena at extremely low temperatures.

Experience Highlights:

What I Loved:

• Kyoto is a wonderful city with excellent logistics and well-organized infrastructure
• The research environment was conducive to learning
• Got exposure to cutting-edge physics research

Challenges:

• Food was an issue for pure vegetarians like myself

Overall Recommendation:

I would rate this experience a 10/10 and absolutely recommend both the professor and university to others. The KU-STAR program provides an excellent opportunity for undergraduate students to engage in high-quality research at one of Japan’s premier universities.

Contact Information:

• Email: aagamkasliwal@gmail.com