• Researched the mechanical, antifouling, and antibacterial properties of polyelectrolyte complex (PEC) membranes using eco-friendly solvents via aqueous phase separation.• Perform E. coli Luria-Bertani agar plate, bacterial inoculation, and overnight cultures for bacterial preparation.• Utilized a UV-Vis spectrometer to obtain the desired bacteria concentration for the antibacterial and antifouling test.• Operate liquid-liquid extraction for PEC membrane fabrication.• Perform dead-end pure water filtration experiments to evaluate PEC membrane performance.• Analyze bacterial coverage on the membrane’s surface using a fluorescent microscope and ImageJ software.• Evaluate the stability of membrane structure through pure water permeability computation.• Present my findings to the group research and principal investigator every semester.

• Conducted weekly office hours for homework assistance and clarification of thermodynamics concepts such as the 1st and 2nd laws of thermodynamics, phase transition, and Carnot/Rankine/Vapor-compression refrigeration cycles.• Graded exams and homework assignments, ensuring timely and accurate feedback to support student learning.

• Assist patients by answering phone calls, verifying insurance, and providing guidance. • Manage and provide necessary patient information to doctors and other clinics.• Organize, compile, and distribute Covid-19 test kits to patients. • Train new student employees according to UHS expectations.

• Aimed to create a stable carbon nanotube (CNT) dispersion to add to the concrete for compressive strength andsustainability improvement.• Gained expertise in properties of multi-walled CNTs by reviewing literature and hands-on experience.• Studied the mechanism and efficiency of the speed mixer and Lau disperser to develop the CNT dispersion procedure.• Analyzed the chemistry of 12 dispersants to identify the best adherence to CNT surfaces.• Utilized an optical microscope to evaluate CNT particle distribution.• Analyzed CNT dispersion quality using stability, rheology and particle size distribution tests.• Led weekly project meetings and presented my findings to the Cabot director and Performance Additives team.• Successfully developed a stable CNT dispersion that met the pH standard for concrete.

• Researched methods to develop the sustainability of thermally conductive silicone pads and compression silicone foamsfor EV application.• Optimized inline and post-cure oven temperature of silicone foam production, resulting in a 70% reduction in energyconsumption.• Performed compression set technique to determine elastic properties of silicone foams.• Created an alternative silicone pad procedure incorporating recycled ceramic fillers for better sustainability but still metthe product’s benchmark.• Evaluated silicone pads’ performance by compression force deflection, thermal conductivity, hardness, and flame tests.• Excelled in using thermal interface materials tester, viscometer, Resodyn mixer, durometer, and power meter.• Presented my findings and wrote two 10-page reports to the Tape Solution department.•The Phizero project (lower silicone foam post-curing energy) has won the Feasibility Award.

• Planned lessons and created activities focused on Vietnamese conversational practice. • Assessed student performances and provided feedback.