Songi Han

Songi Han is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Northwestern University. Her research focuses on developing novel experimental approaches to study molecular interactions, dynamics, and structures on wet, dynamic, and active interfaces using quantum control over electron and nuclear spin polarization. Her lab is advancing electron and nuclear spin magnetic resonance spectroscopy, including dynamic nuclear polarization (DNP) to enhance NMR signal intensity. Her work addresses challenges in detecting critical but hard-to-see phenomena, such as water structure, biomolecular transformations, and protein aggregation. Han is affiliated with multiple institutes, including the Chemistry of Life Processes Institute and the International Institute of Nanotechnology. She is also involved in the Applied Physics Graduate Program.

Songi Han is the Mark and Nancy Ratner Professor of Chemistry at Northwestern University, specializing in magnetic resonance. Her research focuses on using advanced magnetic resonance techniques to investigate molecular dynamics, hydration phenomena, and phase separation processes in biological systems. Han's work explores the role of water in molecular interactions, including the behavior of proteins and nucleic acids under various conditions. Her research also extends to the application of hyperpolarization methods in nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to enhance signal detection and provide insights into complex biological processes.