Scholarship /
As I seek to place myself on the cutting-edge of the studies in membrane technology! [4]
This letter expresses my interest in applying for the PHD position in XXX. I am XXX, graduated from XXX. I am currently working in XXX as XXX. I would like to pursue further studies in which I can get myself in a higher level and I find this project is exactly the one which can help me realize my dream of becoming an excellent researcher.
My interest in the application of XXX was what first attracted me to XXX technology. When I started to plan my master research, I was looking for a research area which is widely used as well as promising in the future. By promising, I defined as energy efficient and environmental friendly. It took me quite some time to look up different papers and talk to different professors. And I was excited to find that XXX technology is the research topic I am interested in.
I believe I am a qualified candidate for this position. The research program focuses on XXX, which matches my research background well. XXX was my research program for my master degree. In this research program, I used PDMS/PEI membrane for the gas separation and investigated the effects of operating conditions such as feed fraction, feed pressure, residue flow rate and temperature. Based on the solution-diffusion model and the Florry-Huggins mathematical function, I also calculated the simulated permeation rate and separation factor of CO2/CH4 under different conditions. The experimental results were in accordance with the simulated values as well. It proved that the idea of applying the PDMS/PEI membrane to separate natural gas and carbon dioxide feasible and practicable. And it also explained how the separation factor was affected by the operating conditions. Besides, different factors were taken into consideration and thorough interpretation was given from the perspective of concentration polarization. This program provides scientific basis and direction for the removal of carbon dioxide from natural gas.
When I finished this program, I profoundly realized the importance of XXX technology for the industrial application. XXX technology is much more than something interesting and promising. I found that it's an amazing project for solving practical problems for chemical industry, with valuable scientific issues involved. I put my heart in the research work. This experience excited me a great curiosity in research as I tasted the feelings of discovering something new, producing knowledge, as well as solving real problems in engineering. That's just fantastic.
Besides, I participated in other projects and gained membrane preparation experiences. Most of the detailed research activities are presented in my CV for your information. I got very extensive and intensive education from all the courses on chemistry and the related subjects, which can be the strong background and basis for my future research. With all the chemical courses, three years' research experience as well as skills in numerical analysis and data processing by means of the software Matlab, I believe I will be able to contribute to the project in XXX.
During my undergraduate period, I learned that leadership skills and teamwork spirits are essential to succeed in any program or career area. I was elected class president. In addition, I organized an online language training program with two friends, which provided Korean and Japanese courses to students who are willing to learn a second language. It brought the students more employment opportunities in Korean and Japanese companies. I was always seeking for balance between academic studies and social activates. I was not the most outstanding student subjected to the judgment based on academic records, but my maturity as a leader was fostered by involvement in various activities and students organizations.
If I am fortunate enough to be admitted into this program, I would like to pay more attention to XXX.
The program's supervisor XXX is a well-known specialist in XXX research field, whose guidance and advice will be absolutely helpful for my academic career. This research program which is expected to be carried out in collaboration with XXX is very appealing to me. Furthermore, XXX is one of the best international research universities, where I think is a wonderful place to advance my cross-cultural and global engagement through my research.
As I seek to place myself on the cutting-edge of the studies in membrane technology, I think XXX is where I should be pursuing my advanced degrees. I am sure that, with the research experience here, I can acquire broader perspectives and more profound insights. Your favorable consideration of my application will be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for your time. Any comment is welcome.