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Lei Zuo is the Herbert C. Sadler Professor at the University of Michigan, specializing in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. His research interests focus on marine renewable energy, specifically ocean waves, tidal currents, and offshore wind energy, aiming at advancing the blue economy through innovative energy harvesting technologies. He has extensive experience in vibration and dynamics control, mechatronics design, and advanced manufacturing processes. Throughout his career, Professor Zuo has successfully secured funding for over 80 projects from prestigious organizations such as the National Science Foundation, Department of Energy, and various state and national laboratories. He has authored 350 research papers and has received numerous accolades, including the ASME Leonardo da Vinci Award. With a commitment to education, he has supervised 16 Ph.D. and 50 master's students, mentoring 10 postdoctoral researchers and advising 200 undergraduate students on their senior design projects. Professor Zuo has served as a technical associate editor for respected journals across several engineering disciplines, contributing significantly to the academic community.
University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI
Teaching and research in the field of Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering, focusing on marine renewable energy and advanced manufacturing.
Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science