Dr. Shucong Li

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Shucong Li is an Assistant Professor at the School of Materials Science and Engineering and the School of Physics at the Georgia Institute of Technology. He obtained his PhD in Chemistry from Harvard University in 2022 and conducted postdoctoral research at MIT from 2022 to 2024. His research interests lie in the design and fabrication of soft intelligent materials that harness dynamic molecular switches and molecular assemblies. Prof. Li’s work focuses on developing innovative soft materials with self-regulating capabilities over varying length and time scales, aiming to create next-generation multifunctional materials that enhance autonomy and address critical challenges in healthcare, energy, and sustainability.

Research Interests

Soft Intelligent Materials Dynamic Molecular Switches Molecular Assemblies Mesoscale Architectures Macroscopic Material Properties Self-Regulating Materials Multifunctional Materials Healthcare Energy Sustainability

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

Georgia Institute of Technology • Atlanta, GA

Teaches and conducts research in soft materials and intelligent materials.

Awards

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PMSE Future Leader Award

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Caltech Young Investigator Award

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Foresight Fellowship

Requirements for Georgia Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.