Ph.D., Geology, University of Kansas (KU)
One complete machine is made by a series of parts or sets. When I was a kid I dismantled several home appliances such as radios and computers. I could satisfy…
YoniPh.D, Urban Studies, Portland State University
Transportation is a key element in urban environment since it improves people’s activities and connectivity. When I studied transportation in my undergraduate program, I wondered to what extent the nation’s…
minjuPh.D, Mathematics, UC Berkeley
Falling in love with number theory dates back to Prof. YoungJu Choie’s number theory course in 2014. The most attractive part of number theory for me is using a variety…
seewoo5Ph.D, Civil engineering, Texas A&M
While attending university, I was most intrigued by coastal engineering, including research that could combine hydraulic engineering and structural engineering. I developed the graduation dissertation entitled “A Proposal for Criterion…
kic55coolPh.D, I/O Psychology, Central Michigan University
I intend to ascertain how diverse factors affect employees’ well-being and attitude while accumulating a related database. During my time at XXX as a pre-professional psychological worker, I had excellent…
psychologistPh.D, Math Education, Michigan State University
“Your lessons always start with something totally unrelated to mathematics, yet at the end of each one, I find it surprising that I’ve developed new mathematical ideas!” This was part…
sunny_parkPh.D, History/East Asian Studies, Cornell/Brown
Is it the proper time to dream the “Chinese Dream” without a critical mind? While many researchers are interested in understanding how China has become economically prosperous, they rarely ask…
Christian YiPh.D, Mechanical Engineering, UIUC
My research objective is to actualize an accurate, fast computer simulation in nanoscale. This technique is imperative for nanotechnology, in that it helps greatly in understanding the physics of the…
Aaron NohPh.D, Immunology, UC Davis
[Personal Statement] One of the proudest accomplishments of my life was earning my college degree at one of the best universities in my home country, South Korea, in spite all…
DaniellePh.D, Chemical Engineering, University of Delaware
A few years ago, the former president of the Republic of Kiribati, Anote Tong, focussed the world’s attention on the island sinking into the sea due to rising sea levels….
Haeun Shin