Previous Institution: National Taiwan University
Pronouns: he/him
Hi, I am Jiun-Hung Yi from Taiwan. I earned both my B.S. and M.S. degrees in Mechanical Engineering from National Taiwan University, where I also played on the varsity baseball team.
Currently, I am a PhD student in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, conducting research in the Nanoscale Heat Transfer lab. My research focuses on micro/nanoscale heat transfer and carbon nanotube-based materials. Outside of academia, I enjoy outdoor activities and photography.
Why I decided to go to grad school:
I decided to pursue a PhD at Rice to expand my knowledge and research skills and tackle real-world engineering challenges.
Fun fact about me:
I like taking photos, and I have an Instagram account to post my photos!
Favorite thing about Rice:
My favorite thing about Rice is the welcoming campus vibe and how friendly everyone is!
Favorite thing about Houston:
The amazing food and its rich cultural diversity!