Personal Information:

Name-	Dr. Cho Cho Thet
Professional Position-	Professor, Department of Physics
Email-	chochot@gmail.com

Education:

• 1993-1998, B.Sc. (Physics) (Hons), Dagon University, Yangon

• 1999-2001, M.Sc. (Physics), Dagon University, Yangon

• 2003-2007, Ph.D(Electrical Engineering), Semiconductor Device Research Laboratory (SDRL), Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand

• 2017-2018, Post-Doctoral Research, Department of Materials Science and Technology, Nagaoka University of Technology, Japan

Professional Positions:

• Demonstrator, Department of Physics, Bago University 2002 – 2002
• Demonstrator, Department of Physics, University of Yangon 2002 – 2008
• Demonstrator, Department of Physics, Hpa-An University 2008 – 2010
• Assistant Lecturer, Department of Physics, Hpa-An University 2010 – 2011
• Assistant Lecturer, Universities’ Research Center (URC), University of Yangon 2011 – 2014
• Lecturer, Universities’ Research Center, University of Yangon 2014 – 2018
• Associate Professor, Department of Physics, Myeik University 2018 – 2020
• Professor, Department of Physics, Dawei University 2020 – 2021
• Professor, Department of Physics, University of Yangon 2021 – 2025
• Professor, Department of Physics, University of Myitkyina 2025 – 2026

Honors and Awards:

• AUN-SEED Net Scholarship for Doctoral Degree of Engineering (2003-2007), Semiconductor Device Research Laboratory (SDRL), Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok Thailand
• AUN Scholarship for ASEAN-ROK Academic Exchange Program (2014), Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology, GIST, Korea
• 7th MAAS Best paper award (2008) “Effects of overgrowth, growth rate, and capping of InAs quantum dots grown on cross-hatch surfaces by molecular beam epitaxy”
• Best Poster Presentation Award (2013) ICEEHE 1st International Conference on Energy, Environment and Human Engineering
• Best Paper Presentation Award in International Conference on Science and Technology for Sustainable Development, ICSTSD 2108
• Research and Research Paper Award in 2018-2019 Academic Year by Myanmar Physics Association
• Best Paper Award on Natural Science, Magway University Paper Reading for Silver Jubilee Ceremony

Research Interests:
Molecular Beam Epitaxy (III-V) Compound, Cross Hatch Pattern, Quantum Dots, Semiconducting Nanostructures and Solar Cells, Materials Science and Technology, Sonochemical Synthesis, Soil Remediation, Arsenic Removal, Energy Storage Devices

Current Research Projects:

1. Project from Asia Research Center (ARC), (June 2023-May 2025), “Health Risks and Annual Effective Dose Based on Radon Concentration in Some Selected Caves of Hpa-An Township in the Kayin State”, Cho Cho Thet
2. Project from Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education (Oct 2020-Sep 2022), “Preparation and Characterization of Magnetic Adsorbent and their Decontamination of Organic Pollutants”, Cho Cho Thet
3. Project from Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education (2017-2018) “Assessment of Heavy Metal Concentrations in Industrialized Waste Water by AAS,” San Htoo, Cho Cho Thet and Cho Cho
4. Project from Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education (2017-2018) “Fabrication of Cellulose Hydrogel Films from Plant Biomass and Their Applications,” Thida Min, Cho Cho Thet and Cho Cho
5. Joint project with TRU (Thepsatri Rajabht University, Thailand) (2013-2017)
   “Knowledge Based and Local Wisdom of Art-Cultural and Information System in Yangon, Republic of the Union of Myanmar,” Dr Khin Saw Nwe (leader), Dr Cho Cho Thet (member) and Dr Baydar (member)
6. Joint project with TRU (Thepsatri Rajabht University, Thailand) (2013-2017)
   “The Development of Woven Fabric Models for Community Product,” Dr Khin Saw Nwe (leader), Dr Cho Cho Thet (member) and Dr Baydar (member)

Publication:

International Publication

1. Microelectronic Engineering 86(2009) 844-849. Self-assembled InAs quantum dots on cross-hatch InGaAs templates: Excess growth, growth rate, capping and preferential alignment. Peer-review Paper
2. Microelectronic Engineering 85 (2008) 1218-1221. Aligned quantum dot molecules with 4 satellite dots by self-assembly. Peer-review Paper
3. Semicond.Sci.Technol. 32 (2008) 055007 (5pp) The effects of relaxed InGaAs virtual substrates on the formation of self-assembled InAs quantum dots. Peer-review Paper
4. Microelectronic Engineering 84 (2007) 1562-1565. Growth of InAs quantum-dot hatches on InGaAs/GaAs cross-hatch virtual substrates. Peer-review Paper

Local Publication

1. Yangon University Research Journal, Vol.13, No.2, 2024, Pg.519-524. Influence of Calcined Temperatures and Time on the Structural Properties of Zinc Stannate (Zn2SnO4) Particles by Chemical Precipitation Method, Hnin Yu Wai, Cho Cho Zan, Zin Min Tun and Cho Cho Thet
2. Yangon University Research Journal, Vol.13, No.2, 2024, Pg.525-530. Development of Fly Ash-Based Geopolymer Materials from Industrial Waste May Thu Nyein, Cho Cho Thet and Yin Maung Maung
3. Yangon University Research Journal, Vol.13, No.2, 2024, Pg.531-537 Measurement of Radon Concentration in Soil Using RAD7 in the Enviros of Taunggyi City, Myanmar, Ohn Mar Soe, Lai Yin Win, Shwe Yee Poe Eain and Cho Cho Thet
4. Yangon University Research Journal, Vol.13, No.2, 2024, Pg.539-544. Hydrothermal Synthesis of Cerium Oxide (CeO2) Particles: Characterization and Antibacterial Activities Phyu Phyu Win, Ei Thet Cho, Ei Hsu Mon and Cho Cho Thet
5. Yangon University Research Journal, Vol.13, No.2, 2024, Pg.553-559. Optimization of Sonication Time on the Structural Properties of Graphene Oxide (GO) Flake. Wint Nandar Soe, Khaing Zin Wai, Nilar Win, Cho Cho Thet
6. Universities Research Journal, Vol.14, No.2, December 2023, Pg.241-251. Effect of Reaction Temperature on the Structural Properties of ZnS Particle by Hydrothermal Method, Aye Aye Swe, Zin Mar Win, Ei Thet Cho & Cho Cho Thet
7. Universities Research Journal, Vol.14, No.2, December 2023, Pg.253-262. Development of Rod-Like Structure of Manganese Dioxide (MnO2) By Hydrothermal Method Khine Khine Linn1, Ei Hsu Mon & Cho Cho Thet3
8. Universities Research Journal, Vol.14, No.2, December 2023, Pg.263-275. Radon Concentration and Exhalation Measurement in Five Water Samples from Inlay Environs, Southern Shan State in Myanmar Ohn Mar Soe & Cho Cho Thet
9. The 3rd International Conference on Engineering and Industrial Technology 2023 (ICEIT 2023), Conference Proceedings, Vol.1. 87-93. Optimization of Calcined Temperatures on the Structural Properties of SrSnO3 Nanoparticles.
   International Proceeding
10. Research Journal of Engineer & Applied Science (RJEAS 2023) Vol-1, RJEAS 2023. 138-142. Determination of Radon Concentration in Selected Areas of East District in Yangon Region.
11. University of Yangon Research Journal, 2023. Vol.12, No.2. 491-499. Investigation of Annual Effective Dose Based on Radon Concentration in Taunggyi Township.
12. University of Yangon Research Journal, 2023. Vol.12, No.2. 523-528. Temperature Dependence on the Structure of Barium Stannate (BaSnO3) Perovskite Structure.
13. University of Yangon Research Journal, 2023. Vol.12, No.2. 545-553. Assessment of Annual Effective Dose Based on Radon Concentration in Tube-well Water in Yangon Region.
14. University of Yangon Research Journal, 2023. Vol.12, No.2, 563-571. Optimization of Hydrothermal Temperature for the Synthesis of Zinc Tin Oxide (ZnSnO3) Nanostructures.
15. J. Myanmar Acad. Arts Sci. 2022 Vol. XX. No.1. 115-120. Decontamination of Arsenic in Aqueous Solution by Manganese Ferrites.
16. J. Myanmar Acad. Arts Sci. 2022 Vol. XX. No.2. 177-182. Electrical Properties of P(Py-2FPy)-ZnO Composite Films by Four-Point Probe Method.
17. University Journal of Creativity and Innovative Research (UJCIR), 2020 September, Vol.01, Issue 01, 212-216. Optimization of Sun Protection Factor from ZnO Nanoparticles and Heartwood of Thanaka.
18. Journal of the Myanmar Academy of Arts and Science, 2020 July, Vol. XVIII, No.2A, 255-261. Cobalt Ferrite Adsorbents for the Effective and Efficient Removal of Arsenic. *** The best paper award
19. Journal of the Myanmar Academy of Arts and Science, 2020 July, Vol. XVIII, No.2A, 51-58. Development of P(Py-2FPy)/ZnO Composite Films and Investigation of their Electrical Properties.
20. J. Myanmar Acad. Arts Sci. 2020 July, Vol. XVIII, No.2A, 145-151. Synthesis and Characterization of Reduced Graphene Oxide by Chemical Reduction Method.
21. J. Myanmar Acad. Arts Sci. 2020 July, Vol. XVIII, No.2C. 413-421. Effective and Efficient Removal of Methylene Blue Dye by Zeolite Adsorbents.
22. Myeik University Research Journal 2020, 2020 May, Vol.11, No.1, 168-174. Effects of Annealing Temperatures on the Different Phases Formation of Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles.
23. Myeik University Research Journal 2020, 2020 May, Vol.11, No.1, 168-174. Manganese Dioxide (MnO2) Nanoparticles Synthesized by Chemical Reduction Method.
24. Myeik University Research Journal 2020, 2020 May, Vol.11, No.1, 257-263. Comparative Study of Elemental Concentrations from Different Parts of Egayit Plant (Millingtonia hortensis Linn) Using EDXRF Technique.
25. Pyay University Research Journal 2019, 2019 December, Vol.11, No.1, 64-69. Structural Characterization of Graphene Oxide Synthesized by Improved Hummers Method.
26. Journal of the Research and Innovation Issue on Science, Engineering and Education Technological University, 2019 December, Vol 2, No 2, 181-184. Preparation and Characterization of Fe3O4 and Fe3O4/Activated Carbon. Composite Nanoparticles by Simple Precipitation Method.
27. University of Magway Research Journal, 2019 December, Vol.9 (Natural Science), 120-126. Influence of pH and Calcination on Sonochemical Synthesis of Manganese Spinel Ferrites. ***The best paper award for Natural Science Subject
28. Proceeding of the ICSTSD 2109, November 2019, 360-363. Effects of Contact Time and Initial Concentration on Removal of Methylene Blue Dye by Magnetic Flocculants.
29. Myanmar Acad. Arts Sci. 2019 August, Vol. XVII. No.2B, 77-86. Synergic Synthesis Route for the Fabrication of Organic-Inorganic Composite Film.
30. Proceeding of the International Conference on Bioeconomy: Production and Application of Biomaterials, 2018 December, 39-47. Used Bamboo Chopsticks to Environmental Friendly Cellulose Face Mask. International Proceedings
31. Proceeding of the ICSE 2018, 2018 December, 489-492. Fabrication of TiO2-Based Planar Heterojunction Perovskite Solar Cell. International Proceeding
32. Proceeding of the ICSE 2018, 2018 December, 1-4. Improvement of Electrical Conductivity of P(Py-2FPy)/TiO2Composite Films. International Proceeding
33. Proceeding of the ICSTSD 2108, 2018 December, 418-422. Sonochemical Synthesis Route of Cobalt Ferrite Particles. ***The best paper presentation award
34. Universities Research Journal 201, 72018 August, Vol.10, No.2, 55-65. Cellulose Hydrogel Films Prepared from Biomass Waste Rice Straw.
35. Jour. Mya. Acad. Arts & Sci. 2018, 2018 October, Vol.XVI, No.2, 199-128. Effects of Monomer on the Electrically Conductive Polymer.
36. UYRJ, Vol.12, No.2, 2023, 501-508. Effect of Surfactant on the Synthesis of ZnO Particle by Hydrothermal MethodzZz
37. University of Yangon Research Journal, December 2016, Vol.7, 149-154. Study on Sun Protection Factor of TiO2 Nanoparticles by Ultraviolet Spectroscopy.
38. Proceeding of the ICSE 2016, 2016 December, 606-609. Preparation and Characterization of Transparent Rice Straw Cellulose Hydrogel Films by Phase Inversion Method. International Proceeding
39. Transaction on GIGAKU Vol.2 No.2, Special Issue of 1st ICEEHE, 2014 October, 1-5. Light Trapping Effect of SnO2 Nanoparticles for Solar Cell Application. International Proceeding
40. Universities Research Journal 2014, 2014 March, Vol.6, No.3, 255-264. Characterization of Synthesized MnO2 Nanostructure by Chemical Reduction Method.
41. University of Yangon Research Journal, December, 2013, Vol.5, No.1, 101-105. Optical Properties of SnO2/Si Thin Films at Different Thermal Diffusion Temperatures.
42. University of Yangon Research Journal, December 2012, Vol.4, No.1, 291-297. Characterisation of Silver Nano Particles Prepared by Chemical Reduction.
43. Hpa-an University Research Journal, 2009 December, Vol.1, No.1, 107-114. In Situ Measurements of Growth Temperature and Rate of InxGa1-xAs System by Molecular Beam Epitaxy.
44. Universities Research Journal 2008, March 2008, Vol.1, No.3, 269-276. Effects of overgrowth, growth rate, and capping of InAs quantum dots grown on cross-hatch surfaces by molecular beam epitaxy.
45. Jour. Mya. Acad. Arts & Sc. 2008, 2008, Vol. VI. No. 2A, 333-341. The effects of GaAs capping layers on the formation of InAs quantum dots grown on cross-hatch virtual substrate. *** The best paper award
46. Proceedings of the 2nd IEEE International Conference on Nano/Micro Engineered and Molecular Systems, 2008 April, 1141-1144. The Effects of Substrate Mounds and Pits on the Periodicity of Cross-Hatch Surface and Subsequent Formation of Quantum Dots. International Proceeding
47. ECTI transitions on Electrical Eng; Electronics and Communications, Feb 2007, vol.5, No.1, 57-60. Development of Cross-hatch Pattern on InGaAs/GaAs Virtual Substrate. International Proceeding

Supervision:

• Ph.D Thesis:
  1. Fabrication and Characterization of Electrically Conductive Films by Chemical Copolymerization, 2016-2019, Nyunt Win
  2. Preparation and Characterization of Magnetic Flocculants and Cerium Oxide (CeO2) Nanoparticles for the Removal of Pollutants in Water, 2016-2019, Su Mon Oo
  3. Geopolymers From Industrials Wastes And Their Gamma Irradiation, 2023-2025, May Thu Nyein
  4. Enhancing the Electrochemical Performance of Reduced Graphene Oxide-Copolymer Composite for Supercapacitor Application, 2023-2026, Wint Nandar Soe
  5. Effects of Doping on the Fabrication of Strontium Stannate (SrSnO3) Perovskite Structure for the Improved Photovoltaic Performance of Solar Cells, 2023-2026, Swe Zin Aye
  6. Extensive Analysis of Dynamic Radon Levels in Water and Soil Samples: A Rigorous Study of Environmental Factors, 2023-2026, Ohnmar Soe
  7. Doping Effects on the Fabrication of Barium Stannate Oxide (BaSnO3) Perovskite Structure as Optoelectronic Materials, 2023-2026, Than Than Htwe
  8. Enhanced Efficiency of Zinc Stannate Electron Transport Layer – Based Planar Perovskite Solar Cell, 2024-2026, Hnin Yu Wai
  9. Performance of Different Dye Sensitizers on Improved Efficiency of Dye-Sensitized Solar Cell with Mixed Metal Oxide Photoanode, 2024-2026, Cho Cho Zan
  10. Performance of Nickel Ferrites as Anode Materials for Lithium-Ion Battery, 2024- 2026, Hsu Myat Lwin
  11. Performance of Silver Nanowires-Polymer Composites  as Current Collector for Lithium-Ion Battery, 2024-2026, Hnin Sandar Tun
  12. Anode Materials with An Enhancing Electrochemical Performance for Supercapacitor  Application, 2025-2026, Khaing Cho Thet
  13. Exploration of Biomass-Derived Activated Carbon-Based Composites as Electrode Materials for Supercapacitor, 2025-2026, Khin Pyae Phyo Thet
  14. Assessment of the Presence of Radon Gas in Water and Soil Samples in Some Selected Caves in Kayin and Mon States, Lower Myanmar, 2025-2026, Ei Sandar Cho
  15. Development of Layered Double Hydroxide (LDH)-Based Cathode Materials for Improving the Electrochemical Performance of Supercapacitor, 2025-2026, Hein Htet Aung
  16. Evaluation of Heavy Metal Adsorption from Aqueous Solution Using Activated Carbons Derived from Multiple Biomass Sources, 2025-2026, Myo Sandar Lin
• MRes Thesis:
  1. Study on Dielectric Constant and AC Conductivity of Polypyrrole- Tin Dioxide Composites, 2013-2014, Thet Naing Tun
• M.Sc Thesis:
  1. Epitaxial Growth Technique, 2009-2010, Hnin Sandar Tun
  2. Fibre Optics, 2009-2010, Nan Nyo Nyo Than
  3. Enhanced Absorption Performance of Dye-Sensitized Solar Cell with ZnO Nanowires Photoanode, 2023-2024, May Zin Thet
  4. Evaluation of Sun Protection Factor and Antibacterial Activity of Myanmar Amber, 2025-2026, Yan Naing Oo
  5. Physicochemical Characterization of Myanmar Amber via Dielectric Constant Measurement and FTIR Spectroscopy, 2025-2026, Shoon Lai Thant Sin
  6. Determination of Heavy Metal Contamination in Soil and Water Near the Gold Prospecting Area, 2025-2026, Hnin Su Su Wai