Lily Lai Chi So
About Lily Lai Chi So
Lily Lai Chi So is an engineer with extensive experience in the hydrometallurgical sector and battery industry. She has worked at Hatch since 2013, managing intellectual property and innovation, and previously held positions at McMaster University and Xerox Research Centre of Canada.
Work at Hatch
Lily Lai Chi So has been employed at Hatch since 2013, where she serves as an Engineer. Her role involves managing intellectual property and innovation within the battery industry. She develops and supports technologies from the ideation phase through to commercialization, specifically focusing on the hydrometallurgical sector. Her contributions at Hatch span over 11 years, during which she has specialized in dry granulation technology, offering safe and economical solutions for handling molten materials.
Education and Expertise
Lily Lai Chi So holds a Master of Applied Science in Chemical Engineering from McMaster University, which she completed from 2011 to 2012. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor of Applied Science in Nanotechnology Engineering from the University of Waterloo, studying there from 2006 to 2011. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in chemical reactor design and chemical process modeling. Additionally, she possesses skills in multivariate statistical data analysis.
Background
Before joining Hatch, Lily worked as a Master of Applied Science at McMaster University for one year, focusing on Chemical Engineering. She also served as a Visiting Scientist at the Xerox Research Centre of Canada during the same period, contributing to research and development in Mississauga, Ontario. This diverse experience has equipped her with a broad understanding of engineering principles and applications.
Specialization in Technology
Lily Lai Chi So specializes in dry granulation technology, which provides alternatives for the safe and economical handling of molten slags, metals, alloys, and mattes. Her work in this area is significant for industries that require efficient processing of materials. Her expertise extends to managing the innovation portfolio within the battery industry, where she plays a key role in advancing technological solutions.