Advances in Water Electrolysis of Proton Exchange Membrane
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Summary
Led a project analyzing the effect of various components in proton exchange membranes for water electrolysis, focusing on electrocatalysts, membranes, and membrane electrodes.
LINGYI LI
Master's Student in Material Science & Engineering | R&D Specialist
Singapore, SG.About
Highly motivated Master's student in Material Science and Engineering with a strong foundation in polymer materials and electrochemistry. Proven ability to design and execute complex research, characterize advanced materials, and drive innovation in functional polymers and composites. Seeking to leverage expertise in R&D and experimental methodologies to contribute to cutting-edge material science applications.
Work
National University of Singapore
|Master's Researcher (Single-Molecule Force-Responsivity in Functional Polymers)
Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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Summary
Investigated molecular-level behaviors of functional polymers using advanced techniques to enhance applications in drug delivery and smart materials.
Highlights
Investigated molecular-level behaviors of functional polymers in response to external stimuli (temperature, light, pH, mechanical force) to enhance applications in drug delivery and smart materials.
Utilized magnetic tweezer technology to study single-molecule force responses, employing Ring-Opening Metathesis Polymerization (ROMP) techniques for in-situ tracking of polymer growth and environmental responses.
Addressed limitations of bulk characterizations, bridging the gap in polymer design with potential applications in micro-sensors, polymer actuators, and high-performance materials.
Beijing University of Chemical Technology
|Undergraduate Researcher (Carbon Black Surface Area Impact on CB/NR Properties)
Beijing, Beijing, China
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Summary
Conducted extensive research on the impact of carbon black surface area on the mechanical properties and abrasion resistance of CB/NR composites.
Highlights
Prepared CB-NR composites with equal surface area using selected carbon blacks to investigate the effect of surface characteristics on CB-NR interaction.
Measured filler network and dispersion in rubber matrix using RPA, characterizing interactions through bonded rubber content, abrasion resistance, and vulcanization.
Demonstrated that CB-NR interaction strength can be comparable across different carbon blacks when surface area is consistent, contributing to understanding tire manufacturing materials.
Authored a thesis titled 'The Effect of Carbon Black Surface Area on the Properties of CB/NR Composites', fulfilling undergraduate research requirements.
Beijing Yanshan Petrochemical Co.
|Assistant Intern
Beijing, Beijing, China
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Summary
Gained hands-on exposure to industrial chemical plant operations, safety protocols, and polymer production processes.
Highlights
Participated in a comprehensive safety education program at the Chemical Plant, gaining a solid understanding of critical plant safety protocols and procedures.
Engaged in learning the synthesis and production processes of polypropylene, touring three facilities to understand their operational advantages and disadvantages.
Visited the high-density polyethylene production facility, acquiring knowledge about the slurry-based production process and its industrial applications.
Awards
Outstanding Graduates
Awarded By
Beijing University of Chemical Technology
Recognized for exceptional academic performance and overall contributions as a graduating student.
Third People's Scholarship
Awarded By
Beijing University of Chemical Technology
Awarded for outstanding academic achievement and contribution during undergraduate studies.
School-level Excellence Award
Awarded By
Beijing University of Chemical Technology
Awarded for outstanding performance and successful completion of the 'Advances in Water Electrolysis of Proton Exchange Membrane' project.
Languages
English
Mandarin Chinese
Skills
Material Characterization
RPA (Rubber Process Analyzer), Vulcanization, Single-Molecule Force Spectroscopy, Magnetic Tweezer Technology, Polymer Growth Tracking, Electrocatalysts, Membranes, Membrane Electrodes.
Experimental Design & Analysis
Research Methodology, Scientific Investigation, Data Analysis, Composite Preparation, Polymer Synthesis, Ring-Opening Metathesis Polymerization (ROMP).
Polymer Science & Engineering
Natural Rubber (NR), Carbon Black (CB) Composites, Functional Polymers, Polypropylene Production, High-Density Polyethylene Production, Polymer Materials.
Research & Development (R&D)
Problem Solving, Literature Review, Thesis Writing, Innovation, Micro-sensors, Polymer Actuators, Drug Delivery Systems, Smart Materials.
Software & Tools
MS Office, Premiere, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Python, Photoshop.
Electrochemistry
Water Electrolysis, Proton Exchange Membrane Technology, Energy Storage.
Interests
Research Interests
Energy Storage, Graphene, Graphite, Electrodes, Lithium Battery.