Hong Je Cho

Hong Je Cho is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Oklahoma State University since August 2022. His research focuses on nano-structured materials for sustainable energy and environmental remediation, with emphasis on heterogeneous catalysis, adsorption, and reaction engineering.

• Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, University of Massachusetts Amherst (2017)
• Postdoctorate, Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, University of Delaware (2021)
• M.S. & B.E. in Chemical Engineering from Seoul National University and Ajou University (2004 & 2002)

His group develops zeolites, metal oxides, and carbon-based catalysts to convert renewable and fossil resources into valuable chemicals. Recent work explores biofuel production, PFAS removal, and catalyst regeneration. Articles reveal trends in tandem catalysis, pore architecture, and solvent engineering for selective pathways.

• USDA-NIFA Sun Grant (2024) for biofuels
• Invited speaker at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (2024)

He mentors undergraduate researchers (e.g., Adam Meringolo, Macey Fletcher) and teaches courses like Advanced Reaction Engineering and Chemical Engineering Lab. The group's efforts align with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals for Clean Energy and Sustainable Cities.