Pengzhao Jiang

• A Study on The Performance of a Photocatalytic Agent on Test Water, Spring 2022, Investigated the properties of anatase phase Titanium dioxide nanoparticles and researched how it can be used as a photocatalytic agent. Designed an experimental setup and built a test cell using various techniques, such as soldering. Learned how to use digestion solution and colorimeter to characterize organic content in wastewater.
• A Research on Removing Organic Compounds from Water for Different Materials, Fall 2022, Researched the existing water filtration problem and the potential material for water filtration. Led a team of four to design the experimental methodology, and organized group discussion on a weekly basis. Designed the RGB color sensor and Laser spectroscopy setup for characterization of colored products.
• A Research on Using Particle Bed to Adsorb Carbon Dioxide from a Mixed Gas Stream, Fall 2022, Designed and assembled a system with tubular reactor. Calculated and solved safety problem for a system under 3 MPa high pressure.
• A Group Project on Designing a Hydrogen Powered Extravehicular Mobility Unit, Spring 2024, Designing a hydrogen powered system as the energy solution for an extravehicular mobility unit used in space. The project’s aspects include technical designs, marketing, environmental, safety, and education. Our group won the second place in the course project contest. PEM fuel cell and AEM electrolyzer are designed and used in this project.
• Conducting an Energy Audit on a Teaching Building, Fall 2023, Energy performance analysis Building systems and descriptions Summarizes energy management opportunities and options and provides alternative solutions
• Project Management Plan for Solar Panel System Installation, Fall 2023, The project management plan includes scope management, time management, cost management, quality management, communication and stakeholder management, human resource management, risk management, and procurement management.

I am a dedicated and organized Master's student with a strong background in laboratory research and extensive experience in teamwork. My academic journey has equipped me with excellent analytical skills, the ability to write comprehensive reports, and do literature reviews. I thrive in collaborative environments and have honed my ability to manage and execute projects efficiently. I have strong chemistry knowledge and a methodical approach to problem-solving, I am committed to contributing effectively to research teams and advancing scientific knowledge.