Dr. Xiao Sun

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Xiao Sun received a PhD degree in Engineering from the University of Western Australia in November 2016. His thesis focuses on micromachining applications based on porous silicon. Currently, he is working as a research associate in the Microelectronics Research Group at the University of Western Australia, undertaking an ARC project titled 'Thermal Imaging Based Porous Silicon.' Additionally, he works as a process engineer at the Australia National Fabrication Facility (ANFF)-WA node, providing training and technical support to researchers using fabrication and characterization facilities. His research interests include Porous Silicon, Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS), Microfabrication, Microelectronics, and Profilometry. Sun's expertise is aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in the areas concerning the development and application of microtechnology for societal benefits.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Associate

2016-11-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, WA, Australia

Currently working in the Microelectronics Research Group, undertaking project on thermal imaging based on porous silicon.

Process Engineer

— Present

Australia National Fabrication Facility (ANFF)-WA node • Perth, WA, Australia

Provide training and technical support to researchers using fabrication and characterization facilities.

Awards

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Emerging Researchers Mobility Grant

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iPREP WA Scholarship

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.