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Adam Jaffe
PEI/Energy Grand Challenge
Seoul National University, Professor M. P. Suh
A Brief Explanation
I wanted an experience abroad without compromising
on relevancy towards career plans.
Research Overview
Metal-organic frameworks are comprised of metal ions
connected via organic linkers.
Currently, they show promise
for gas storage (e.g. H2 or
CO2).
The first MOF discovered
is called MOF-5:
Zn4O
My Research
My project was to attempt to synthesize this new
O
ligand:
O
O
O
N
HO
OH
N
O
O
O
O
And then to create new
MOFs by combining it
with various metal ions.
This second part was
unsuccessful, but…
300 MHz, DMSO
Success!
Where did I fit in?
I worked for Professor M. P. Suh’s research
lab in the chemistry department.
There were many other graduate students
and post-docs working on similar (but
obviously more extended) projects in the
lab.
My research will be continued by some of
the members and hopefully lead to a
publication!
Culture
I also had wonderful cultural experiences including
great food, classical music, visiting a traditional
Korean folk village, and of course making friends.
Conclusions
I had a wonderful
experience, worked very
hard, and was rewarded
in many ways.
I learned a lot about
chemistry and materials
science, but also about
Korean culture.
It has taught me more about
alternative energy storage
and provided a possible
career path.
Acknowledgments
Thanks to Professor M. P. Suh for her
generosity and guidance.
Also thanks to Seung-An Chyun who was a
good friend and helped show me around
Korea.
Finally, thank you to PEI/Energy Grand
Challenges for funding such a wonderful
trip.