Dr. Ka Fan

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ka Wai Fan is an early career researcher who completed his PhD in Chemical Engineering at the University of New South Wales in 2016. He has a strong background in the development of functional polymeric coatings and nanoparticle encapsulation applications. After graduation, he joined the Institute of Chemical and Engineering Sciences (A*STAR) in Singapore, where he worked on silica-based encapsulation technologies for phase change materials, contributing to the development of products for local manufacturers. Currently, he is a research associate at the University of New South Wales, collaborating with Flame Security International in Australia to develop flame retardant technologies. His work focuses on developing new phosphate-based retardants that balance efficiency with environmental impact by employing nature-derived compounds and biopolymers to create synergistic effects. With a commitment to green manufacturing techniques, he ensures that the products he develops are readily manufacturable and credible in the market.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Associate

2016-01-01 — Present

University of New South Wales • Sydney, Australia

Research on flame retardant technologies in collaboration with industry partners.

Awards

#1

UNSW Co-op Scholarship

#2

UNSW Co-op/3M Australia PhD Career Development Scholarship

#3

UNSW Writing Scholarship

Requirements for University of New South Wales

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:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:23
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:64
Prerequisites
Recognised Bachelor degree Minimum 1 year relevant work experience for certain streams
Application Checklist
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal Statement
  • Copy of Passport
Specialization Notes

Includes Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, and Cybersecurity Management streams.