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Shouheng Sun is the Vernon K. Krieble Professor of Chemistry and Professor of Engineering at Brown University. He received his PhD in Chemistry from Brown University in 1996 and worked at IBM T. J. Watson Research Center as a postdoctoral fellow (1996-1998) and research staff member (1998-2004) before returning to Brown in 2005 as a tenured Associate Professor, becoming Professor of Chemistry in 2008.
Education:
- PhD in Chemistry, Brown University, 1996
Professor Sun's research focuses on catalysis, magnetic nanoparticles, nanomaterials synthesis, nanomedicine, and renewable energy. His work bridges chemistry and engineering to develop novel nanomaterials with applications ranging from energy conversion to biomedical technologies. He has pioneered methods for synthesizing monodisperse magnetic nanoparticles and exploring their unique properties for various applications. His group has developed innovative approaches to nanoparticle synthesis, assembly, and functionalization.
His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on nanocatalysis for energy applications, particularly CO2 conversion and oxygen reduction reactions. He has made significant contributions to the synthesis and application of magnetic nanoparticles, including hard magnetic materials for permanent magnet applications and nanoparticle systems for cancer therapy. His work spans fundamental materials science to practical applications in energy and medicine.
Scientific Awards:
- Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry
Professor Sun leads an active research group that has secured significant funding for nanomaterials research. His group has developed numerous innovative synthesis methods and applications for magnetic nanoparticles, with over 250 publications to date. He has mentored many students and postdocs who have gone on to successful careers in academia and industry. His research has been widely recognized for its impact on both fundamental science and practical applications.
His research group maintains state-of-the-art facilities for nanomaterials synthesis and characterization, with capabilities spanning chemical synthesis, electron microscopy, magnetic property measurement, and catalytic testing. The group collaborates extensively with researchers across disciplines and institutions, bridging chemistry, materials science, engineering, and biomedical applications.
