Dr. Auppatham Nakaruk is an experienced scientist and engineer currently serving as an Associate Research Technologist at Arizona State University. With a profound background in materials characterization, thin film coating technology, and nano material synthesis, Dr. Nakaruk has developed a niche in applying advanced materials science to solve environmental challenges, particularly in wastewater treatment using nano metal oxides in both thin film and particle formats.
Since completing his Ph.D. in Material Science and Engineering at The University of New South Wales, Australia, Dr. Nakaruk has cultivated a robust academic and research career. His experience spans multiple continents, including significant tenures as an Associate Professor at Naresuan University in Thailand and as a Research Fellow at Shinshu University in Japan. These roles have allowed him to author and co-author numerous articles for peer-reviewed journals, and supervise a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate research projects.
Dr. Nakaruk's skills include grant and proposal writing, advanced laboratory techniques, and scientific communication, all of which he has applied towards fostering academic and industrial research collaborations. His recent relocation to the USA in 2024 marks a new chapter in his career, seeking to leverage his extensive expertise in a new environment.