Members

Yu Chun (Claire)   Yeh

Yu Chun (Claire) Yeh

Research Assistant

Focusing on the synthesis and characterization of 2D TMDC Janus structures, she is employing SECM to study their photocatalytic CO₂ reduction performance.

曹睿桓  (Henry)

曹睿桓 (Henry)

M.Sc. Student

He is Henry, a second-year master’s student. His research focuses on WSe₂, a two-dimensional material, and he is working on enhancing its photocatalytic performance through sodium-ion intercalation.

Varad  A. Modak

Varad A. Modak

Ph.D. Student

 Varad Modak is a curious mind passionate about science, creativity, and storytelling. With a background in electrochemistry and materials research, he explores innovations that bridge sustainability and technology. His current work focuses on developing efficient bismuth-based electrocatalysts for CO₂-to-formic acid conversion and electrospun nickel single-atom catalysts for CO₂-to-CO conversion. Guided by collaboration, creativity, and curiosity, Varad brings enthusiasm to every pursuit. Beyond the lab, he enjoys reading, hiking, quizzing and chess.

Bandiyah Sri   Aprillia

Bandiyah Sri Aprillia

Ph.D. Student

Bandiyah Sri Aprillia is a Ph.D. candidate in Applied Sciences and Technology at NTUST. She was former master’s student at AML, addressing the Voc deficit in CZTSSe solar cells through AMF nanolayer engineering at ITO. Holding a BSc in Theoretical Physics, she specialized in DFT studies of the effects of Fe atomic catalysts on O₂ dissociation. Her research focuses on catalyst design for Electrochemical conversion of CO₂RR into valuable fuels.

Mengstu Etay  Ashebir

Mengstu Etay Ashebir

Ph.D. Student

Mengstu Etay obtained his B.Ed. in Chemistry and M.Sc. in Inorganic Chemistry from Mekelle University, Ethiopia. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Sustainable Chemical Science and Technology under the Taiwan International Graduate Program at Academia Sinica. His research focuses on the development of efficient electrocatalysts, characterization using advanced spectroscopic techniques, and their application in electrochemical CO₂ reduction using a flow-cell setup. He is jointly supervised by Prof. Kuei-Hsien Chen and Prof. Li-Chyong Chen.

Mebratu   Assaye

Mebratu Assaye

Ph.D. Student

A PhD student in the Sustainable Chemical Science and Technology (SCST) Program at National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (NYCU), jointly offered with Academia Sinica, Taiwan. I have an MSc in Thermal Engineering from Bahir Dar University and a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from Debre Markos University, Ethiopia. My research focuses on developing advanced thermoelectric materials for efficient low-temperature waste-heat recovery and sustainable energy conversion applications.

Ching-An (Ching-An)  Chang

Ching-An (Ching-An) Chang

Ph.D. Student

Expertise: Photocatalysis, 3D NAND Process Integration, Dry Etch Process; Inorganic Synthesis
Currently focusing on the synthesis of metal dichalcogenides and their applications on photocatalytic CO2 reduction.

Hao-Chun (Lucas)  Chang

Hao-Chun (Lucas) Chang

B.Sc. Student

He is an undergraduate student majoring in Chemistry at National Taiwan Normal University. His current research focuses on the synthesis and modification of carbon nitride thin films for photocatalytic applications.

Shuo-Yun (Andante)  Chang

Shuo-Yun (Andante) Chang

Ph.D. Student

He is Shuo-Yun Chang, a student currently studying in the Department of Chemistry at National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU). He has three years of experience in the Advanced Material Lab (AML). His research interests include semiconductor physics, 2D materials, g-C₃N₄, photocatalysis, and CO₂ reduction reaction (CO₂RR). He also has experience in Raman and photoluminescence spectroscopy, strategic material synthesis, and material characterization, bringing creativity, dedication, and a collaborative spirit to every project.

Phuc  Dang Manh

Phuc Dang Manh

Ph.D. Student

Dang Manh Phuc is pursuing a PhD in the Nano Science and Technology Program through the Taiwan International Graduate Program at Academia Sinica, under the guidance of Professors Kuei-Hsien Chen and Li-Chyong Chen. His research centers on alloy-based electrocatalysts for CO₂ reduction, exploring how variations in metal composition and structural design impact catalytic efficiency, selectivity, and stability.

Muhammad Yusuf  Fakhri

Muhammad Yusuf Fakhri

Ph.D. Student

Muhammad Yusuf Fakhri is currently a Ph.D. candidate at National Taiwan University, with a research focus primarily on investigating the electrical and thermal transport properties of thermoelectric materials, particularly in layered (2D) materials.

Rida  Fatima

Rida Fatima

Ph.D. Student

She completed her Master of Philosophy at Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan. She is currently a Ph.D. student at National Taiwan University in the Sustainable Chemical Science and Technology Program through the Taiwan International Graduate Program at Academia Sinica, under the guidance of Professors Kuei-Hsien Chen. Her current research focuses on the electrochemical reduction of CO₂ into valuable fuels.

Adane  Gebresilassie Hailemariam

Adane Gebresilassie Hailemariam

Postdoctoral Researcher

He earned his B.Sc. in Applied Chemistry and M.Sc. in Inorganic Chemistry from Arba Minch University, Ethiopia, in 2013. He completed his Ph.D. in 2025 in Sustainable Chemical Science and Technology under the supervision of Prof. Kuei-Hsien Chen and Prof. Li-Chyong Chen at the Institute of Atomic and Molecular Sciences, Academia Sinica, in collaboration with National Chiao Tung University, Taiwan. Before beginning his current postdoctoral position, he served as a Lecturer at Dire Dawa University, Ethiopia.

Dr. Abhishek   Ghosh

Dr. Abhishek Ghosh

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

He is Abhishek Ghosh, a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Institute of Atomic and Molecular Sciences (IAMS), Academia Sinica, Taipei. He earned his M.Sc. in Physics from IIT (ISM) Dhanbad and completed his Ph.D. in Physics at IIT Delhi. His research focuses on semiconductor and thermoelectric materials, where he combines experimental and DFT-based modeling to understand how atomic-scale interactions govern electronic and thermal transport.

Chih-Yang (Jim)  Huang

Chih-Yang (Jim) Huang

Ph.D. Student

He received his master’s degree from National Taiwan Ocean University in 2018. He is currently a Ph.D. candidate in the International Graduate Program of Molecular Science and Technology at National Taiwan University. His research mainly focuses on solar cells and artificial photosynthesis.