Yong Sun
About Yong Sun
Yong Sun is the Cleanroom Director at Yale University, overseeing cleanroom operations and staff management. With a strong background in nanofabrication and sensor development, he has held various research and engineering positions at prestigious institutions including Princeton University and North Carolina State University.
Current Role at Yale University
Yong Sun serves as the Cleanroom Director at Yale University, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he oversees the entire cleanroom operation, which includes managing staff and maintaining a strong safety culture. He is responsible for ensuring that the cleanroom facilities operate efficiently and effectively, providing a critical resource for research and development activities at the university.
Previous Experience at Princeton University
Before joining Yale University, Yong Sun worked at Princeton University as a Senior Technique Specialist from 2012 to 2015. During his three years in this role, he contributed to various technical projects and gained valuable experience in cleanroom operations and management.
Postdoctoral Research at North Carolina State University
Yong Sun was a Postdoctoral Research Associate at North Carolina State University from 2007 to 2008. His work during this year focused on advanced research methodologies and contributed to his expertise in cleanroom environments and fabrication processes.
Education and Academic Background
Yong Sun earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Peking University, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. He later pursued a Doctor of Philosophy degree at Boston College, completing his studies from 2001 to 2007. His academic background laid the foundation for his extensive knowledge in fabrication processes and cleanroom technology.
Expertise in Fabrication Processes
Yong Sun has extensive experience in developing novel fabrication processes for various applications, including sensors, fluidics, metamaterials, lithium-ion batteries, and thermionic converters. His expertise is instrumental in enhancing the capabilities of the cleanroom at Yale University, where he also offers training and technical assistance to users.