Eunji Ahn

Dedicated student studying chemistry with expertise in preparing resources, equipment, and materials for research projects. Experienced in organic and radioactive research, committed to providing valuable insights and solutions. Eager to apply knowledge and skills in a dynamic laboratory setting to advance the field of chemistry.

• Undergraduate Research Assistant, QCC Chemistry Research Lab, 01/23, 12/24, Synthesized polymers and characterized them using IR spectroscopy, H-NMR, and C-NMR, Investigated trans-fat content in commercial oils using TLC and simple extraction methods, Measured refractive index of solid organic compounds with customized techniques, Presented polymer and oil research at QCC Chemistry Department (12/23), and polymer work at the CRSP Spring Symposium (05/03/24); will present updated chemistry and physics posters at the 2024 URCW Day (12/24)
• Undergraduate Research Assistant, QCC Physics Research Group, 09/24, 12/24, Conducted experiments on gamma radiation, measuring attenuation coefficients through various shielding materials, Analyzed data related to backscattering and the inverse square law using standard undergraduate-level radiation detectors, Applied statistical analysis and curve-fitting methods to evaluate experimental consistency and error trends, Presented findings at the CRSP Spring Symposium (05/03/24); will present updated poster at 2024 URCW Day (12/24)

• Dean’s List, Spring 2023, Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024
• Paris Svoronos Award, Fall 2023
• Pak Kuen Wong Endowment Award, Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Fall 2024
• Chemistry Department Student Award, Fall 2024
• 2nd Place, ACS Long Island Section Chemistry Challenge
• Liberal Arts Research Award, for DMZ Soil Study
• Academic Excellence Award, Chemistry II and English

• President, Science, Technology & Physics Club (QCC), Organized 3D printer demonstrations and electric motor building sessions, Invited guest speakers and led peer-based learning activities, Managed event logistics and applied for $3000 in student activity funding
• Senator, Chemistry Club (QCC), Assisted with club planning, science outreach activities, and academic events
• English Tutor for ESL Students, Designed interactive science-based lessons to help students practice English conversation
• Volunteer, Brain Health Experience Museum, Supported visitors and helped explain brain-related scientific concepts
• Participant, Suicide Prevention Listening Campaign (Korea), Took part in storytelling and outreach programs for mental health awareness