Wayne Hung

Wayne Hung (he/his/him) is a Taiwanese native who earned his B.E. in Chemical Engineering and B.S. in Geography from National Taiwan University. He received his M.S. and Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of California, Los Angeles. His research interests lie at the intersection of environmental chemistry and microbiology. Specifically, his research focused on the prevalence and fate of metal(loid)s and antibiotic resistance in the environment and their corresponding microbial ecology. After finishing his doctoral work, he spent approximately two years working as a postdoctoral scholar at the University of California, Los Angeles. Following that, he served as a visiting assistant professor in the Biochemistry and Chemistry Department and Environmental Science program at Loyola Marymount University. In addition to his research and teaching, he is passionate about pedagogy research aimed at addressing issues of inclusivity and diversity in STEM education. Wayne enjoys hiking, watching sports, playing basketball, and traveling. He is excited to explore Klamath Falls and Oregon, where he can indulge in his love for nature and outdoor activities, including visiting national forests and parks.