PAIR Seminar: Prof. David Y.H. PUI of University of Minnesota delivers "Preparing for a Successful Career Starting with Your Graduate Theses"
PAIR Seminar Series
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Date
10 Oct 2025
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Organiser
PolyU Academy for Interdisciplinary Research
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Time
10:30 - 12:00
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Venue
Senate Room, M1603, 16/F Li Ka Shing Tower, PolyU (Limited seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis)
Speaker
Prof. David Y.H. PUI
Enquiry
PolyU Academy for Interdisciplinary Research info.pair@polyu.edu.hk
Summary
Abstract
With over 40 years of experience in teaching and mentoring 88 PhD, MS, and postdoctoral students, I would like to share my insights that have contributed to their successful careers in both academia and industry. I will outline the essential personal qualities and skill sets that are vital for completing a university education and thriving as an educator or technologist. The personal qualities include Passion, Independence, Teamwork, Creativity, and Hardwork (PITCH). The skill sets include Critical thinking, Communication and Collaboration (CCC). Additionally, I will reflect on my experiences with international collaborations which have not only advanced my career but also fostered lifelong friendships with my collaborators and our families. Finally, I would like to provide an example of how I continue to cultivate PITCH and CCC in my work, demonstrating their impact on benefiting humanity.
Prof. David Y.H. PUI
- Regents Professor at University of Minnesota
- Member of U.S. National Academy of Engineering
- Academician of Academia Sinica
Prof. David Y.H. PUI is a Regents Professor at the University of Minnesota. He is a Member of the U.S. National Academy of Engineering and an Academician of Academia Sinica (Taiwan). Prof. Pui is the Director of the Center for Filtration Research consisting of 18 international filtration manufacturers. He has a broad range of research experience in aerosol/nanoparticle engineering and filtration technology and has over 370 journal papers and 43 patents. He has developed several widely used commercial aerosol instruments for PM2.5 measurements and large-scale urban air cleaning systems. He received the Max Planck Research Award (1993), the CAS Einstein Professor Award (2013), and the Fuchs Memorial Award (2010)—the highest disciplinary award conferred jointly by the American, German and Japanese Aerosol Associations. He served as President of the American Association for Aerosol Research (2000–2001), and President of the International Aerosol Research Assembly (2006–2010) consisting of 16 national associations from around the world.
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