Dr. Jae Young Cho

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jae-Young Cho is currently an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Alberta and a Senior Research Officer at the National Research Council Canada’s Quantum & Nanotechnology Research Centre. He obtained his Ph.D. from McGill University, where he studied the effects of microstructure and texture on the reliability of nano-scaled copper damascene interconnects. Since joining NRC-NANO in 2005, Cho has been involved in developing new characterization methods for soft nanomaterials using advanced microscopic and spectroscopic techniques. His expertise encompasses nano-characterization and he is actively engaged in collaborative research projects with universities and industries. With over 60 publications in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings, he has been recognized with the Research Excellence Award from NRC-NANO twice in 2019 and 2022. His current research focuses on in-situ characterization methods for nanomaterials, particularly in the realms of carbon capture utilization storage (CCUS) and hydrogen projects.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Research Officer

— Present

National Research Council Canada • Edmonton, AB

Involved in the Quantum & Nanotechnology Research Centre, focusing on soft nanomaterials characterization.

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management