About

I am deeply passionate about the remediation and optimization of environmental clean water and energy processes through the application of diverse chemistry technologies, aimed at tackling challenges associated with water scarcity and contamination.

Environmental Engineer & Analytical Scientist

Expertise in laboratory experimentation and data analytics on the fate of organic and inorganic contaminants in the environment.

  • Website: yitongpan1.github.io
  • Phone: +1 607 280 7790
  • City: Chicago, USA
  • School: Cornell University
  • Degree: Master of Science
  • Email: yp258@cornell.edu

With a combined 5 years of research and industrial experience, I have cultivated a unique skillset encompassing environmental biogeochemical cycle modeling, wastewater coagulation-flocculation sedimentation, emerging contaminant analytical quantification, and machine learning data analysis techniques. Moving forward, I would like to explore advanced techniques regarding water contamination removal, seawater desalination, and energy-efficient water recycling.

Research

Over the past few years, I have dedicated substantial time and effort to three major research projects in the field of environmental engineering and water treatment, more details of which could be accessible via the graphical abstracts linked below.

Publications
  • Pan, Y., Helbling, D.E.* (2023). Revealing the factors resulting in incomplete recovery of PFASs when implementing the adsorbable and extractable organic fluorine methods. Water Research. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.watres.2023.120497.
  • Pan, Y.*, Wang, D., Mei, K., et al. (2022). Optimization modeling and mechanism discussion on specific industrial coalwashing wastewater treatment. Int. J. Environ. Sci. Technol. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13762-022-04738-z.
  • Pan, Y., Cai, Y., Wang, D.* (2021). Analysis of the Non-Conservative Behavior of Phosphate at Jiulong River Estuary (in Chinese), Professional Experiment of Marine Chemistry Forum.

To be continue...

Experience

For a comprehensive view of my qualifications and experience beyond academia, please refer to my resume, which details my educational background and industrial experience.

Summary

Yitong Pan, EIT

Talented and detail-orientated Environmental Scientist with 5+ years of research and laboratory experience in the field of water treatment and analytical chemistry.

  • (607) 280-7790
  • yp258@cornell.edu
  • yitongpan1.github.io

Education

Master of Science in Environmental Engineering

Cornell University, Ithaca, NY

2021 - 2023
  • Thesis title: A systematic evaluation of factors resulting in incomplete recovery when implementing the Adsorbable Organic Fluorine (AOF) and Extractable Organic Fluorine (EOF) methods
  • Advisor: Damian E. Helbling, Associate Professor
  • Cumulative GPA: 4.00/4.00

Bachelor of Science with Honors in Marine Science

Xiamen University, Fujian, China

2017 - 2021
  • Thesis title: Optimization and possible mechanisms of specific industrial coal-washing wastewater treatment
  • Advisor: Deli Wang, Professor
  • Study Abroad: General Courses held in English at University of Amsterdam, 1 semester
  • Major GPA: 3.97/4.00; Ranking: 1/69

Professional Experience

Analytical Scientist

Cyclopure, Chicago, IL

2023 - Present
  • Manufactured and performed targeted HPLC-MS analysis of the commercial water test kits for PFAS concentrations
  • Supported environmental water PFAS monitoring project and performed column testing on pilot PBF treatment systems
  • Optimized the EOF method for water total organic fluorine measurement using β-Cyclodextrin polymers as SPE materials

Student Academic Service Assistant

Cornell University, Ithaca, NY

2022 - 2023
  • Classes: CEE 4530; CEE 6560; CEE 3510
  • Graded problem sets, laboratory reports, preliminary and final examinations, performed grading statistics
  • Contributed to the teaching content development by summarizing students' performance and feedback to the class

Associate Scientist Internship

Frontage Laboratories, Exton, PA

2022 - 2022
  • Performed analysis of drug concentration in human plasma using HPLC-MS, adhering to FDA-regulated guidelines
  • Conducted antibody-drug conjugated (ADC) sample testing using magnetic bead capturing and enzyme degradation
  • Accomplished 7 self-conducted training runs and more than 600 sample assays, generating a profit exceeding $60,000

Technique Skills

To equip myself with advanced scientific research capabilities in the modern world, I also acquired extensive experience in multi-language-based programming. My proficiency extends to executing complex multivariate data mining, establishing machine learning models, visualizing results through figure generation, and coding fundamental computer software utilizing various data structures.

MS Office Suite 100%
Origin Pro 95%
AutoCAD 80%
R Programming 85%
Jupyter notebook 75%
IntelliJ IDEA 60%

Outreach

Moreover, I actively engage in various scientific outreach activities, refining my presentation and communication skills as well as enhancing public awareness of environmental issues. I take pride in contributing to these initiatives, and a selection of these events is highlighted.

Projects Volunteered

  • •    Tara Scientific Research Sailing and TAN KAH KEE Scientific Research Ship Joint Activities
  • •    Analytical Chemistry Experiment Teaching Video Shooting: Titration and Pipetting
  • •    Marine Science Textbook Compilation: Ocean Deoxygenation and Climate Change Chapter
  • •    The Undergraduate Outreach Program (Ocean Open Day): Ocean Acidification Experiment

Contact

If you find my research and background intriguing, please feel free to reach out or leave a message for further discussion!

Location:

2430 North Halsted Street, Chicago, IL 60614

Phone:

+1 607 280 7790

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