Principal Investigator
Hyeongyun Cha
Assistant Professor
Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York
Postdoctoral Training, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 2023
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 2020
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 2016
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 2014
Minor in Electrical Engineering
Students
Mason Guo
Mason received his B.S. degree in Aerospace Engineering from UB in 2024. He previously worked on the research projects with the material properties of additively manufactured short fiber ceramic matrix composites (SF-CMCs) for aerospace applications. His current PhD research focuses on the condensation heat transfer processes and electronics thermal management. He is a recipient of Elbridge N. and Stephana R. Townsend Scholarship at UB. Outside of work, he enjoys the road trip, and traveling to California 1 and China National Highway 318 is his goal.
Email: masonguo@buffalo.edu
Sriram Metta
Sriram earned his Bachelor of Technology degree in Mechanical Engineering with Honors from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bhubaneswar, in 2020. His previous work includes research on latent heat based thermal energy storage using phase change materials for his thesis, and he has also contributed to the design and manufacturing of military shelters and thermal management systems for rugged electronics as part of his job. Currently, his PhD research focuses on fundamentals of boiling heat transfer and their impact on electronics cooling. Outside of his academic pursuits, he enjoys cycling, watching movies, playing volleyball, and gaming.
Osama Al-Kayyali
Osama graduated from Purdue University with his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering in 2021. Before starting his master’s degree, he worked as a mechanical engineer at SLB for 3 years, where he worked on designing particle separation equipment. For his master’s research, he aims to investigate the potential effects of electrical fields on liquid-vapor phase change processes. Apart from academics, he enjoys running and hiking, and his next goal is to visit Banff National Park.
Email: osamazai@buffalo.edu
Toluwani Adebayo
Toluwani is a senior majoring in Aerospace Engineering at UB. As a part of the NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program at the University of Massachusetts, Darthmouth, he previously investigated the effects of superhydrophobic surfaces on laminar flow drag reduction. He is currently working with a graduate student to study condensation heat transfer enhancement on micro/nanostructured superhydrophobic surfaces. Outside of academics, Toluwani is an avid soccer fan and a Tottenham Hotspur supporter.
Email: ttadebay@buffalo.edu
Victor E. Bull - Join us!
We are actively seeking creative, dedicated, and enthusiastic scientists and engineers! Prospective researchers should have a strong interest in sustainable energy, phase change heat transfer, materials synthesis & characterization, and machine learning. For most inquiries, Dr. Cha can be reached at chah {at} buffalo {dot} edu.
Prospective graduate students should apply directly to the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at UB. You can email Dr. Cha with a CV and a brief summary of your research experience and interests when applying.
Admitted graduate students from relevant UB graduate programs are welcome to join our group! Contact Dr. Cha by e-mail to arrange a meeting.
Postdoctoral candidates should contact Hyeongyun by e-mail with a CV, a 1-page summary of research experience and interests, and contact information of at least 2 references.
Undergraduate students should contact Dr. Cha by e-mail with a resume and a brief statement of interest. If you need help with a resume, explore resources at Career Design Center or Graduate School.