Dr. Hojae Yi

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Hojae Yi is an Assistant Research Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering at Pennsylvania State University. He specializes in Engineering Mechanics and the characterization of physical and mechanical properties of agricultural biological materials. His research interests include powder mechanics, covering aspects such as storage, conveying, mixing, size reduction, flow, segregation, and compaction of particulate materials. Additionally, he focuses on mathematical/numerical modeling and simulation as well as the analysis of the mechanical behavior of both particulate and biological materials. Hojae has a Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering from Seoul National University in South Korea, where he also earned his M.S. and B.A. degrees. He has held various positions, including Research Associate and Post Doctorate Scholar at Pennsylvania State University alongside guest researcher roles at Seoul National University. His work contributes significantly to the understanding of biological particulate materials and renewable energy applications in consumer products.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Research Professor

2018-10-01 — Present

Pennsylvania State University • University Park, PA, U.S.A

Research and teaching in the field of Agricultural Biological Engineering.

Research Associate

2011-01-01 — 2018-01-01

Pennsylvania State University • University Park, PA, U.S.A

Conducted research in various projects related to agricultural engineering.

Post Doctorate Scholar

2006-02-01 — 2010-01-01

Pennsylvania State University • University Park, PA, U.S.A

Engaged in post-doctoral research in Agricultural Biological Engineering.

Guest Researcher

2003-08-01 — 2006-01-01

Seoul National University • Seoul, South Korea

Performed research in agricultural and biological engineering.

Assistant

2001-12-01 — 2003-10-01

Seoul National University • Seoul, South Korea

Supported academic operations and research activities.

Visiting Scholar

2000-09-01 — 2001-08-01

Pennsylvania State University • University Park, PA, U.S.A

Participated in collaborative research projects.

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
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Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.