Seokhoon Jang
About Seokhoon Jang
Seokhoon Jang is a Research Intern at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, focusing on superlubricity in hydrogenated diamond-like carbon coatings. He holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Penn State University and has expertise in various surface characterization techniques.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Seokhoon Jang is currently a Research Intern at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, a position he has held since 2024. His research focuses on superlubricity in hydrogenated diamond-like carbon (HDLC) coatings. This work aims to address parasitic energy loss and material removal at mechanical interfaces. Jang employs advanced techniques in his research, contributing to the laboratory's mission of advancing scientific knowledge and technology.
Education and Expertise
Seokhoon Jang holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Inha University, where he studied from 2011 to 2016. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering from the same institution between 2016 and 2018. Jang is currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering at Penn State University, a program he has been part of since 2019. His expertise includes thin film analyses and surface characterization techniques.
Research Techniques and Specializations
Jang utilizes a variety of advanced techniques in his research. He is proficient in energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), focused ion beam (FIB) microscopy, and atomic force microscopy (AFM). Additionally, he employs 3D optical profilometry and contact angle measurement for surface characterization studies. His expertise extends to Raman spectroscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and scanning electron microscopy (SEM).
Background in Chemical Engineering
Seokhoon Jang has a strong background in Chemical Engineering, having studied this field extensively at both Inha University and Penn State University. His academic journey spans over a decade, during which he has gained significant knowledge and skills applicable to various scientific and engineering challenges. His passion lies in applying these skills to solve real-world problems and advance the frontiers of science and engineering.