Dr. Tsun Kong Sham

Professor

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Biography

Tsun-Kong Sham is a Distinguished University Professor at Western University, specializing in the field of materials science and synchrotron radiation. With a Bachelor of Science from the Chinese University of Hong Kong and a Ph.D. from the University of Western Ontario, he has made significant contributions to materials development and the application of synchrotron radiation in material design. His research interests encompass nanomaterial synthesis, bimetallic semiconductor materials, and the correlation between electronic structure and functionality. Dr. Sham's expertise includes various photon-in photon-out techniques, X-ray microscopy, and operando synchrotron studies focused on energy devices such as batteries and fuel cells. Over the years, he has held key positions in academic leadership, with a focus on advancing synchrotron capabilities at national facilities. He has organized various symposiums and held influential roles in professional societies, reflecting his commitment to the field.

Research Interests

Awards

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Montreal Medal

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Allen Pratt Award

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Hellmuth Prize

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Officer Order Canada

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Distinguished University Professor

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Fellow Royal Society Canada

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Canada Research Chair

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John C. Polanyi Award

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Distinguished Research Professor

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Merit Award

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Florence Bucke Science Prize

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Visiting Professor

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Visiting Professor

Requirements for Western University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
Prerequisites
Four-year degree, honours or the equivalent, in anthropology or equivalent background in social sciences.
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Specialization Notes

Streams include Archaeology and Bioarchaeology, and Sociocultural Anthropology.