Frank Li

Dr. Frank Li serves as Professor and Director of the Rayen School of Engineering at Youngstown State University, holding a concurrent position as Chair of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. His academic leadership spans multiple institutional roles including department chair since 2019.

His educational background includes:

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (2005, Case Western Reserve University)
• M.S. in Electrical Engineering (1999, Youngstown State University)
• B.S. in Electrical Engineering (1995, Ohio State University)

Research focuses on RF engineering, autonomous power conversions, and applied magnetic fields with significant contributions to microelectronics security, wireless sensor networks, and structural health monitoring. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical applications in battery technology, antenna design, and semiconductor verification. Recent publications demonstrate strong emphasis on terahertz antenna fabrication, trusted microelectronics, and novel sensor development.

Key scientific recognitions include:

• Youngstown State University Distinguished Chairperson (2023)
• NASA Glenn Summer Faculty Fellowship (2016, 2017)

As an educator, Dr. Li has mentored over ten graduate students and developed innovative low-cost laboratory systems for engineering education. His externally funded research includes collaborations with NASA and MIT's Francis Bitter Magnetic Laboratory where he served as visiting scientist (2014-2015). Current work involves advanced manufacturing techniques for RF components and security verification of integrated circuits.