Chemistry in Everyday Environment
Hey! I' m Eason.
My world is shaped by three:
Nature,
The realm where marvels spark and enigmas beckon,
The cradle where curiosity takes root and inspiration blooms,
The sanctuary where I, the thinker, pursue the unseen;
Science,
The language through which mysteries are unveiled and discoveries take form,
The discipline where questions transform into knowledge and imagination becomes understanding,
The journey through which I, the explorer, illuminate the unknown;
And music,
The symphony where emotions resonate and stories transcend words,
The art through which harmony emerges from complexity and beauty arises from patterns,
The voice through which I, the creator, weave harmony.
Believing that chemistry roots fundamentally in natural and everyday phenomenon, I explore how scientific principles can be transformed into solutions for real-world challenges. Through innovative projects of developing modified banana-peel-based materials for water purification and investigating advanced materials such as quantum dots, metal organic frameworks, and nanomaterials, I have learned to approach research with both creativity and precision.
How to synthesize and testify citric acid-modified banana peels loaded with titanium dioxide (CA-TiO2)
Banana Peel Drying and Pretreatment
Titanium Dioxide Loading
Modification of Banana Peels
Preparing Methylene Blue Standard Solution
Beyond chemical exploration, I am fascinated by the role of engineering in transforming scientific ideas into practical applications. In my water purification project, I 3D-modelled, and printed mechanical structures to create a functional environment for my filtration materials, allowing me to bridge the gap between material development and real-world implementation. To me, science is not only a way of understanding the world, but also a means of creating meaningful impact.
How was my “Multifunctional filter” born?
First version of hand-drawn design drawing
From drawing to physical objects by 3D-modelling
Improved version
Assembly and Test
I always regard myself as a lab addict, as I enjoy the sense of total submergence and infinite inspirations in labs and workshops, but academics is not the only aspect that shapes me.
Using Spectrophotometry for Trait-Based Chemical Identification
Absorbance of Methylene Blue after 10min reaction with different masses of TiO2 under 365nm photocatalysis
Absorbance of Ni(H2O)6 Complex with different volumes of Phen
Absorbance of Ni(H2O)6 Complex with different volumes of Water
Music represents another essential part of my identity. As a cellist and a member of my school orchestra, I spent years improving my skills and understanding of classical music and have grown through both individual practice and ensemble collaboration. Serving in leadership roles within the orchestra has shown me the importance of communication, responsibility, and collective effort.
Daily Practice
Performance on the stage
For me, music extends beyond the techniques or personal and collaborative achievements. Through events such as Unrestrained and performing for visually impaired audiences, I have found how music can connect people beyond differences in background or physical ability. These experiences have shown me that a performance is not merely about presenting a piece of music, but about creating an emotional connection and sharing moments of inspiration with others. Through school charity concerts and community performances, I hope to use music as a way to contribute warmth, encouragement, and a sense of belonging to those around me.
WLFA Orchestra group photo before the “Charity 2025” performance
“Unrestrained” 2025