Ling Li

Ling Li is an Associate Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, affiliated with the Department of Mechanical Engineering. She holds a joint appointment in Materials Science and Engineering, serving as the Graduate Chair for MSE. Her research focuses on materials science and engineering, with an emphasis on mechanical engineering and applied mechanics. Li's work is supported by her research website, and she can be contacted via email at lzli@seas.upenn.edu.

Ling Li is an Associate Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Pennsylvania, specializing in biological materials, bio-inspired materials, structural materials, and biomineralization. Her research explores the synthesis and application of advanced materials inspired by natural systems, such as bioceramic armor and photonic architectures. Li's work focuses on understanding the mechanical and functional properties of biological composites and translating these principles into engineered materials with enhanced performance. Her publications highlight the development of nanocomposite membranes, damage-tolerant microlattices, and multifunctional biomineralized structures. Her research bridges biology and materials science to create sustainable and high-performance materials.