Jian-Ping Li

Jian-Ping Li is an Assistant Professor and Lecturer in Engineering Optimisation at the University of Bradford's School of Engineering, part of the Faculty of Engineering & Digital Technologies. He serves as Director of Postgraduate Research in the Faculty of Engineering and Informatics. Previously, he was an Associate Professor at Hebei Institute of Science and Technology (China) until 1997. He holds a PhD in Mechanical Engineering (2004, University of Manchester) and an M.Sc. in Mechanical Optimisation (1989, Nanjing University of Science and Technology). He also conducted visiting research at the University of Cambridge's Department of Engineering (2000-2001).

• Education:
• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, University of Manchester (2004)
• M.Sc. in Mechanical Optimisation, Nanjing University of Science and Technology (1989)

His research focuses on optimisation methodologies, including boundary theory algorithms, conjugate vector methods for minimax optimisation, and species-conserving genetic algorithms (SCGA). He specialises in applying these techniques to complex engineering systems, such as engine calibration, truss structures, and reliability analysis in mechanical systems. His work integrates virtual reality environments for failure modelling and addresses material inhomogeneity effects. He leads the development of the Modelling and Optimisation System (MoS) for industrial applications.

No specific awards or grants are detailed in the provided text. His research collaborations span multiple disciplines, though specific student or lab affiliations are not listed here.