Sofiia Goncharuk

Sofiia Goncharuk

Biography

My name is Sofiia Goncharuk, and I am a sophomore studying Mechanical Engineering at Stevens Institute of Technology with a deep passion for nuclear energy. Last summer, I conducted research for ASPIRE NSF at Utah State University, where I designed and tested an experimental setup for a passive thermal management system for wireless high-power EV charging stations. My work focused on improving the melting dynamics of a Phase-Change Material (PCM) – paraffin, in my case – to efficiently absorb generated heat. Additionally, during my freshman year at Stevens, I researched water droplet energy harvesting using triboelectric nanogenerators. I was born and raised in Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine, and I moved to Hackettstown, NJ when I was sixteen.
On campus, I am actively involved in several diverse organizations. As the Social Chair of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), I organize events that unite women in engineering, fostering a community built on networking and meaningful connections. Within the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), I currently serve as Secretary and am preparing to transition into the role of Vice President. I also serve as the Secretary of Administration for the Residence Hall Association (RHA) and will soon take on the role of VP of Events, where I design programming to enhance the student residential experience.
Outside of academics and leadership, I am an active and adventurous person. During the summer, you can usually find me swimming and tanning at the Jersey Shore, paddleboarding at the lake, hiking, or kayaking. In the winter, I love to ski, ice skate, or simply go for walks in the snow.