Dr. Huanhuan Li

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Huanhuan Li is a Lecturer in Maritime Engineering at the University of Southampton. She holds a PhD from Wuhan University of Technology in China and from Liverpool John Moores University in the UK, as well as an MSc from Wuhan University of Technology. Huanhuan has held research fellow positions at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore and at Liverpool John Moores University, where her research focused on maritime safety, intelligent transport systems, and green autonomous shipping. Her work includes AI-enabled maritime risk modelling and development of low-carbon energy-efficient shipping technologies. Huanhuan has published nearly 60 peer-reviewed articles, including in high-impact journals such as Transportation Research and Reliability Engineering & System Safety. She teaches modules in maritime systems engineering, transport systems control, and research methods, maintaining a strong commitment to research-informed teaching practices. Huanhuan has also participated in numerous international projects across Europe and Asia, contributing to advancements in autonomous shipping and port operations. In recognition of her research excellence, she received the Vice-Chancellor’s Rising Star Award from Liverpool John Moores University in December 2024.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

2025-01-01 — Present

University of Southampton • Southampton, England

Lecturer in Maritime Engineering.

Senior Research Fellow

2024-01-01 — 2025-01-01

Liverpool John Moores University • Liverpool, England

Conducted advanced research in maritime engineering.

Research Fellow

2021-01-01 — 2024-01-01

Liverpool John Moores University • Liverpool, England

Focus on maritime safety and security.

Research Fellow

2020-01-01 — 2021-01-01

Nanyang Technological University • Singapore

Research in intelligent transportation systems.

Awards

#2024

Vice Chancellor’s Award Excellence - Rising Star

2024-12-01