Wen Li

Wen Li is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Wayne State University, affiliated with the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on ultrafast molecular dynamics, high harmonic generation, and attosecond spectroscopy, utilizing attosecond pulses to study electron dynamics in physics, chemistry, and biology. He holds a B.S. from Peking University (2000) and a Ph.D. from Stony Brook University (2006), followed by a research role at JILA (2006-2009).

His research projects include HHG probes for molecular dynamics, attosecond pulse generation, and electron correlation dynamics. Notable contributions include a Science-published study on electron rearrangement and a 2017 PNAS article on methyl azide dynamics. His work bridges experimental and theoretical methods, advancing understanding of multi-electron dynamics and nonadiabatic coupling.

Recent publications (2017-2024) explore topics like 3D ion momentum imaging, carrier-envelope phase control, and Coulomb explosion dynamics. He teaches advanced courses such as CHM7430 (Chemical Kinetics) and CHM5550 (Physical Chemistry Laboratory). His lab develops innovative imaging techniques and collaborates on projects funded by grants, including a study on quantum tunneling kinetics.

Li's experimental innovations include the 'time-to-brightness converter' and multi-mass 3D imaging systems, enabling unprecedented insights into femtosecond and attosecond phenomena. His work provides benchmarks for theoretical models in multi-electron systems and complex molecular processes.