Li Yiju

Li Yiju is an Assistant Professor and doctoral supervisor in the Department of Mechanical and Energy Engineering at the Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech). He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Harbin Engineering University in 2018 and was a joint Ph.D. student at the University of Maryland, College Park from 2015 to 2017. He conducted postdoctoral research at Peking University (2018-2021) and Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (2021-2022).

Education:

• Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Harbin Engineering University (2013-2018)
• Joint Ph.D. student, University of Maryland, College Park (2015-2017)
• B.S. in Applied Chemistry (Energy Electrochemistry), Harbin Engineering University (2009-2013)

Research Interests:

Dr. Li's research lies at the intersection of energy storage, materials science, and micro/nano-manufacturing. His work focuses on high-energy-density lithium metal batteries, solid-state batteries, and advanced electrolyte design. He also pioneers interfacial photothermal steam conversion and leverages cutting-edge techniques like 3D printing, electrospinning, and Joule heat pulse for energy applications.

Scientific Impact:

With over 100 publications in journals like Nature Energy, Joule, Advanced Materials, and PNAS, his work has garnered 17,000+ citations and an H-index of 60. His research has been highlighted by Nature and international media like ScienceDaily and VOA News.

Awards & Recognition:

• Clarivate Global Highly Cited Researcher (2020-2022)
• Stanford University’s Top 2% Scientists (2022)
• National Postdoctoral Program for Innovative Talent (2018)
• Peking University Boya Postdoctoral Fellowship (2018)

Editorial & Leadership Roles:

He serves as an editorial board member for journals like Journal of Energy Chemistry and The Innovation and as a reviewer for Nature Communications, Advanced Materials, and others.

Grants & Projects:

• National Natural Science Foundation of China
• China Postdoctoral Innovative Talent Support Program
• Beijing Natural Science Foundation
• Analog Devices Project