Welcome to Li-Lab
Structural Chemistry for Nano and Quantum Physics

The Li Research Group specializes in advancing controlled synthesis techniques and programmable assembly methods for nanostructured materials. Our research is dedicated to studying the fundamental physical properties of these materials and using nanostructured materials for photonics, quantum engineering, and energy storage and conversion. By combining computational approaches—such as analytical modeling and coding—with materials chemistry and high-throughput methodologies, we aim to accelerate the synthesis, assembly, and discovery of innovative nanocrystals.

• Colloidal and solid-state synthesis: Developing methods for creating magnetic, metallic, and semiconductor nanomaterials.

• Assembly of smart materials and quantum superstructures: Assembling nanostructured materials into superlattices and stimuli-responsive superstructures.

• High-throughput materials discovery: Utilizing polymer pen lithography and machine automation for high-throughput synthesis and screening of nanomaterials for catalysis and photovoltaics.