معرفی
Dr. Zhi Albert Li is a Postdoctoral Researcher at RMIT University's School of Engineering, affiliated with the Centre for Innovative Structures and Materials (CISM) under Emeritus Professor Mike Xie. His research focuses on integrating topology optimization with subjective preferences, extended reality, and advanced manufacturing. He holds a PhD from RMIT (2024) and a BFA in Environmental Design from Tianjin University (2018).
Education:
- Bachelor of Fine Arts in Environmental Design, Tianjin University, China (2018)
- Ph.D. in Structural Topology Optimization, RMIT University, Australia (2024)
Research Interests:
- Subjective preference-driven topology optimization
- Extended reality integration in design
- Complex architectural surface construction
Articles Trends: His recent work emphasizes interactive design tools (e.g., iBESO), VR applications in structural optimization, and kinetic structures. Key themes include user-centric design systems and advanced manufacturing techniques.
Awards:
- Postgraduate Research Excellence Award 2024
- DNA Paris Design Award 2024
- International 3D Printing Competition Third Prize 2020
Teaching and Advising: Albert has supervised undergraduate architecture projects at Tianjin University and lectured globally on computational design. He collaborates on the ARC Laureate Fellowship project and leads software development initiatives.
Labs/Teams: Active in CISM at RMIT, focusing on innovative structural solutions and material applications.


