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Li Qiao is a Professor and Associate Head of Engagement in the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics at Purdue University. He has a remarkable academic background, receiving his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Engineering Mechanics from Tsinghua University in 1999 and 2001, respectively, and a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Michigan in 2007. His research interests are diverse and primarily focus on sustainable fuels, pre-chamber jet ignition combustion engines, thermal management for electric hybrid aircraft, battery fire safety, and propulsion technology for drones and UAVs. Qiao has received several prestigious awards throughout his career, including the Fulbright Scholar Award in 2024, AIAA High Speed Air Breathing Propulsion Paper Award in 2022, and NSF CAREER Award in 2013. He has also held significant roles such as Associate Editor for the AIAA Journal from 2022 to 2026, and a Board Director for the Combustion Institute from 2020 to 2026, contributing significantly to his field and community. Qiao is passionate about mentorship and guiding students through innovative research and development in aeronautics.
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