Barry Zhu
Terre Haute,IN
Summary
I have hands-on research experience in nanomaterials synthesis and characterization, gained through two summers of laboratory work in Haikou. In Grade 10, I synthesized iron oxide (Fe₂O₃) nanoparticles, and in Grade 11, I extended this work to copper sulfide (Cu₂₋ₓS) nanocrystals, exploring how solvent choice and reaction conditions influence particle size and growth. This experience strengthened my skills in experimental design, laboratory techniques, reaction mechanism analysis, and data interpretation. Additionally, I connected my research to real-world applications, such as the use of nanocrystals in antimicrobial therapies and cancer hyperthermia treatment, which deepened my interdisciplinary understanding of chemistry, biology, and physics.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Chemistry Intern
The Second Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical College
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Synthesized iron oxide (Fe₂O₃) nanoparticles (Grade 10) and copper sulfide (Cu₂₋ₓS) nanocrystals (Grade 11).
- Investigated how solvent choice (ODE vs. n-TDA) and reaction conditions influenced nanocrystal size and growth.
- Applied knowledge of intermolecular forces, diffusion, and reaction kinetics to explain experimental outcomes.
- Gained proficiency in nanomaterial synthesis, data analysis, and reaction mechanism interpretation.
- Strengthened problem-solving, attention to detail, and perseverance, including completing intensive 16-hour experimental days.
- In charge of waste solution recycle in the laboratory, save valued solvents for the lab.
Education
GED -
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Terre Haute, IN06-2029
Skills
- Material synthesis
- Organic synthesis
- Experiment preparation
- Waste solution recycle
- Chemical safety protocols
- Scientific communication
- Chemical instrumentation
- Optical 3D-printer operation
- Data analysis
- Electrophoresis techniques
- Chromatography techniques
Accomplishments
- Experiment data is used in 5000+ words essay published by lab .
- Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of Copper sulfate nanocrystals.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Supporting STEM education initiatives and mentorship programs
- Video Gaming
- Outdoor Recreation
- Team Sports
- Music
Timeline
Chemistry Intern
The Second Affiliated Hospital of Hainan Medical College
07.2023 - 08.2024
GED -
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
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