Sam-Shajinng Sun

Dr. Sam-Shajinng Sun is a full Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Norfolk State University, affiliated with the Center for Materials Research (CMR). His academic career spans over two decades, including promotions to associate professor (2002) and full professor (2006) following a postdoctoral fellowship at the Loker Hydrocarbon Research Institute under George Olah.

• Education:
  • Ph.D. in Chemistry, University of Southern California (1996)
  • M.S. in Chemistry, California State University at Northridge
  • B.S. in Chemistry, Peking University Beijing

Dr. Sun specializes in materials chemistry, organic/polymer chemistry, and solar energy conversion technologies. His research focuses on organic optoelectronic materials and devices, including solar energy applications, as evidenced by his graduate course offerings and editorial roles.

Professional contributions include serving as Associate Editor for Solar Energy (Elsevier), editorial board member for International Journal of Photoenergy, and peer review activities for funding agencies like NSF, DOE, NASA, and international organizations including NWO and CRDF-FSU. He evaluates college textbooks and participates in technical panels for SPIE, MRS, ACS, and other scientific communities.

Teaching responsibilities encompass both undergraduate (General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry) and graduate courses (Polymers/Composites, Advanced Organic Chemistry, Organic Optoelectronic Materials).