Dr. Alexander Yuen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Alexander Yuen is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Sydney, recognized for his contributions to the fields of hydrothermal chemistry, biofuel applications, macroalgae, lignocellulosic processing, end-of-life plastic waste, and the preparation and use of renewable chemicals from biomass. His work includes the synthesis of nanostructured materials and nanoparticles, along with advancements in catalysis. Yuen's research aligns with the Faculty of Science's strengths in molecules and materials, renewable clean energy, sustainability, and net-zero technologies. He has been involved in significant research projects and received funding from the Australian Research Council for innovative projects in electrocatalytic generation.

Research Interests

Hydrothermal Chemistry Biofuel Applications Macroalgae Lignocellulosic Processing End-of-Life Plastic Waste Renewable Chemicals Nanostructured Materials Nanoparticles Catalysis

Experience

Postdoctoral Research Associate

— Present

University of Sydney • Sydney

Postdoctoral Fellow

— Present

CEA - Saclay • France

Postdoctoral Fellow

— Present

University of Sydney • Sydney

SIEF Project Leader

— Present

University of Sydney • Sydney

Lecturer

— Present

University of Sydney • Sydney

Requirements for University of Sydney

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:85
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:61
Prerequisites
A master's degree with a research component or a bachelor's degree with first or second-class honours. Demonstrated research experience and capability.
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research proposal (1000+ words)
  • Two academic referee reports
  • Evidence of residency status
  • Written statement of support from potential supervisor
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to Faculty of Science PhD programs including Departments such as Life and Environmental Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and Statistics.