James Li

Dr. James Li is a Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Toronto Metropolitan University, specializing in urban water systems and sustainable engineering solutions for environmental challenges.

Education:

• PhD, University of Toronto (1991)
• MASc, University of Windsor (1986)
• BASc, University of Windsor (1983)

Research Focus: His work centers on urban stormwater management, hydraulic engineering, and pollutant analysis, addressing critical issues like untreated urban runoff contaminating water bodies. He emphasizes sustainable infrastructure adaptations to climate change and urbanization, leveraging student engagement in green engineering innovations.

Publication Trends: Recent research demonstrates consistent focus on low-impact development modeling, toxic pollutant behavior in aquatic ecosystems, and chemical spill risk assessment, reflecting interdisciplinary approaches bridging hydrology, environmental toxicology, and civil infrastructure design.

Scientific Recognition:

• University of Toronto Connaught Scholarship (1987-1989)
• Ontario Graduate Scholarship (1990-1991)
• Diplomate, Academy of American Water Resources Engineers

Mentorship & Research Infrastructure: Actively supervises graduate students through laboratory-based research in the Hydraulic Engineering Laboratory and ELISA Laboratory, focusing on practical solutions for urban water challenges while fostering next-generation environmental engineers.

Research Facilities: Directs experimental work in the Hydraulic Engineering Laboratory for fluid dynamics studies and the ELISA Laboratory for advanced pollutant detection, enabling comprehensive analysis of urban water systems.