As part of the Department of Materials Engineering’s international internship series, Mr. Jittiphum Nareenuch participated in a research internship at the Microfluidics Laboratory under the Organic Electronics Research Center, Ming Chi University of Technology (MCUT), New Taipei, Taiwan, under the supervision of Assoc. Prof. Ming Kwang Tan.
During the internship, he conducted research on “Investigation of Water Ionization Induced by a Surface Acoustic Wave Device,” a project that explored the use of piezoelectric devices to generate vibrations that transform water into fine droplets and investigated the electrical charges produced through the ionization process of these aerosols. The internship also provided opportunities to learn and work with a range of advanced technologies, including plasma-based techniques for producing Plasma-Activated Water and electrospray systems, which are widely applied in modern research and industrial applications.
In addition to research activities, he gained hands-on experience with advanced scientific instruments such as a picoammeter for measuring ultra-low electrical currents, a fluorescence microscope for studying fluid motion, and a high-speed camera for analyzing droplet formation beyond the limits of human observation. Beyond the laboratory, he explored Taipei and nearby areas during his free time, gaining insights into Taiwanese culture, daily life, and innovation. He also attended the “Future Constructioning (未來建設ing)” event, where leading companies shared perspectives on sustainability and green innovation, including initiatives that transform plastic waste into composite wood and other environmentally friendly products.
This internship reflects another inspiring achievement of a Materials Engineering student who has broadened his academic and professional horizons through an international research environment, gaining valuable knowledge, practical experience, and fresh inspiration for the development of future technologies.
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