Han Li

Han Li is an Associate Professor in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at UC Irvine, focusing on biological cell engineering for sustainable chemical production. His lab develops synthetic biology platforms to convert renewable resources into fuels and pharmaceuticals.

Research spans:

• Novel biological platforms for CO2/light/electricity utilization
• Synthetic biology and protein engineering for metabolic pathways
• Biosynthetic network optimization
• Universal enzymatic technologies

His recent work explores tumor microenvironment modulation, lupus erythematosus mechanisms, and hepatocellular carcinoma therapies, demonstrating cross-disciplinary approaches to metabolic and disease challenges.