Ali Bakhshinejad ran a business with his brother in Iran, but he had an itch to travel and learn. That curiosity and wanderlust led to a masterβs degree in Iceland and a doctorate in engineering at 51ΑΤΖζ.
At 51ΑΤΖζ, he threw himself into research and entrepreneurism. The Student Startup Challenge and I-Corps program fed his business mind, and his research could lead to better treatment for brain aneurysms.
Knowing no one at 51ΑΤΖζ when he arrived, Bakhshinejad wasnβt sure how heβd feel. He was thrilled to find acceptance and encouragement.
βThat was huge for me, and it’s still huge, how people respect you, how they treat you here at 51ΑΤΖζ,β Bakhshinejad said.
And now? Heβs considering a few job offers. And heβs found a home in Wisconsin, where he intends to stay.
