Thi Sinh Vo | Composites Materials | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Thi Sinh Vo | Composites Materials   | BEST RESEARCHER AWARD

Postdoc at Sungkyunkwan University, South Korea

Dr. Thi Sinh Vo, commonly known as Helen Vo, is a postdoctoral researcher at Sungkyunkwan University in South Korea, with a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering. She specializes in Polymer-Composite Materials and has a strong academic background, including a B.S. in Materials Science and an M.S. in Chemical Engineering. Her research expertise spans functional composites, electromechanical sensors, biosensing, and water treatment. Dr. Vo has published over 35 peer-reviewed articles, receiving numerous awards for her contributions. Her work focuses on interdisciplinary collaboration, integrating fields like materials science, organic chemistry, and environmental science.

🎓 Academic Qualifications

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (2023), Sungkyunkwan University, South Korea Thesis: “Chitosan-Based Functional Composites for Organic Dye Adsorption and Piezoresistive Sensing”. M.S. in Chemical Engineering (2018), Daegu University, South Korea Thesis: “Synthesis and Characterization of Crosslinked Polyurethane Utilizing Azide-Alkyne Click Reaction”. B.S. in Materials Science (2014), Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City

🔬 Research Focus

Functional Composites and Structures, Electromechanical and Electrochemical Sensors: Human Motion Sensing & Biosensing, Water/Wastewater Treatment: Organic Dye Removal

🧑‍🔬 Professional Experience

Postdoctoral Researcher (2023 – Present)

  • School of Mechanical Engineering, Sungkyunkwan University, South Korea
    • Focus: Composite membranes for dye removal, biosensors, human motion sensors

Research Assistant (2018 – 2023)

  • Complex Materials Engineering & Systems Lab, Sungkyunkwan University, South Korea

Research Assistant (2015 – 2018)

  • Polymer Lab, Daegu University, South Korea

🏅 Awards

Best Paper Award (2024), Academic Excellence Award (2024), Full Ph.D. Scholarship (2018-2023)

🛠 Skills

Instruments: FTIR, SEM, XRD, UV-Vis, TGA, DSC. Software: SolidWorks, AutoCAD, ChemDraw

 

Publication

  • Heavy Metal Removal Applications Using Adsorptive Membranes
    Journal: Nano Convergence
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 183
    Contributors: TS Vo, MM Hossain, HM Jeong, K Kim

 

  • Recycling Performance of Graphene Oxide-Chitosan Hybrid Hydrogels for Removal of Cationic and Anionic Dyes
    Journal: Nano Convergence
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 66
    Contributors: TS Vo, TTBC Vo, JW Suk, K Kim

 

  • Enhancement of Water Absorption Capacity and Compressibility of Hydrogel Sponges Prepared from Gelatin/Chitosan Matrix with Different Polyols
    Journal: Progress in Natural Science: Materials International
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 29
    Contributors: TS Vo, TTBC Vo, TT Tran, ND Pham

 

  • Graphene Oxide–Chitosan Network on a Dialysis Cellulose Membrane for Efficient Removal of Organic Dyes
    Journal: ACS Applied Bio Materials
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 19
    Contributors: TS Vo, MM Hossain, TG Lim, JW Suk, S Choi, K Kim

 

  • Organic Dye Removal and Recycling Performances of Graphene Oxide-Coated Biopolymer Sponge
    Journal: Progress in Natural Science: Materials International
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 18
    Contributors: TS Vo, TTBC Vo

 

  • Modification of the Interfacial Glass Fiber Surface Through Graphene Oxide-Chitosan Interactions for Excellent Dye Removal as an Adsorptive Membrane
    Journal: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 13
    Contributors: TS Vo, MM Hossain, TG Lim, JW Suk, S Choi, K Kim

 

  • Crosslinked 3D Porous Composite Foams as Adsorbents for Efficient Organic Dye Removal
    Journal: Environmental Technology & Innovation
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 11
    Contributors: TS Vo, MM Hossain, J Lee, J Suhr, K Kim

 

  • Fabrication and Characterization of Gelatin/Chitosan Hydrogel Membranes
    Journal: Journal of the Turkish Chemical Society Section A: Chemistry
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 10
    Contributors: TS Vo, TTBC Vo, TS Nguyen, TT Tien

 

  • Surface Characterization of Polyimide and Polyethylene Terephthalate Membranes Toward Plasma and UV Treatments
    Journal: Progress in Natural Science: Materials International
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 9
    Contributors: TS Vo, TTBC Vo

 

  • Progresses and Expansions of Chitosan-Graphene Oxide Hybrid Networks Utilizing as Adsorbents and Their Organic Dye Removal Performances: A Short Review
    Journal: Journal of the Turkish Chemical Society Section A: Chemistry
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 9
    Contributor: TS Vo

 

  • A Self-Healing Material Based on Microcapsules of Poly (Urea-Formaldehyde)/Bis-Propargyl-Succinate Containing in Polyurethane Matrix
    Journal: Journal of the Turkish Chemical Society Section A: Chemistry
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 9
    Contributors: TS Vo, TTBC Vo, ND Pham, TNH Laı

 

  • Enhancement of Mechanical Property of Modified Polyurethane with Bis-Butyl Succinate
    Journal: Journal of the Turkish Chemical Society Section A: Chemistry
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 9
    Contributors: TS Vo, TTBC Vo, TT Tien, NT Sinh

Conclusion

Thi Sinh Vo is a well-rounded, highly qualified researcher with impressive academic achievements, publications, and contributions to the fields of materials science and engineering. Her interdisciplinary research and collaborative efforts make her a strong contender for a Best Researcher Award, though enhancing her industry impact and visibility could further solidify her candidacy.