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Junhong Chen is the Crown Family Professor of Molecular Engineering at the University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering and Lead Water Strategist at Argonne National Laboratory. His research focuses on hybrid nanomaterials, 2D materials, sensors for chemical/biological molecules, and energy devices. He has pioneered innovations in real-time water sensing and energy storage, with applications in environmental sustainability and healthcare. Chen holds a PhD from the University of Minnesota (2002) and a postdoc from Caltech (2003). He previously directed the NSF Industry-University Cooperative Research Center on Water Equipment & Policy and served as a NSF program director.
- Education: PhD in Mechanical Engineering (2002, University of Minnesota), Postdoc in Chemical Engineering (2002–2003, Caltech)
- Research Interests: Nanomaterials, Sensors, Energy Storage, Water Pollution Control
- Awards: Fellow of National Academy of Inventors, ASME, IAAM Medal, Wisconsin Innovation Award (2016)
Chen's lab group develops nanosensors and energy devices using molecular engineering, with a focus on scalable manufacturing and AI integration. Recent work includes graphene-based sensors for real-time water monitoring and novel battery technologies. His research also addresses global challenges like PFAS contamination and sustainable manufacturing.
