Chengping Chai
About Chengping Chai
Chengping Chai is a geophysicist and R&D Associate Staff at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2020. His research focuses on seismic imaging, machine learning, and earthquake detection, and he holds a Ph.D. in Geophysics and Seismology from Penn State University.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Chengping Chai has been employed at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2020, serving as a Geophysicist and R&D Associate Staff. In this role, he engages in research and development activities related to geophysics, contributing to advancements in the field. His tenure at the laboratory has extended for four years, during which he has focused on various projects that align with his expertise in seismic imaging and geophysical monitoring.
Education and Expertise
Chengping Chai holds multiple degrees in Geophysics and Seismology. He earned his Bachelor's degree from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) from 2005 to 2009, followed by a Master's degree from USTC from 2009 to 2012. He completed his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) at Penn State University from 2012 to 2017. His research areas include seismic imaging, machine learning, earthquake detection and location, geophysical monitoring, and scientific visualization.
Background in Research and Academia
Chengping Chai has a diverse background in research and academia. He worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at Penn State University from 2012 to 2017, where he contributed to various research projects. Prior to that, he served as a Graduate Research Assistant at the University of Science and Technology of China from 2009 to 2012. He also held a position as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory from 2018 to 2020, and as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville from 2017 to 2018.
Teaching Experience
Chengping Chai has experience in teaching, having worked as a Teaching Assistant at Penn State University for three months in 2015. This role involved supporting undergraduate students in their learning processes and contributing to the academic environment at the university.