Dr. Zhaojian Li

Associate Professor

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Biography

Zhaojian Li is a Red Cedar Distinguished Associate Professor at Michigan State University, specializing in Mechanical Engineering and Electrical and Computer Engineering. He holds a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, completed in 2015. His career has included significant roles such as an air traffic controller in Shanghai and internships at Ford Research and General Motors, where he focused on next-generation powertrain control systems. Since joining Michigan State University in August 2017, Dr. Li has been recognized for his research contributions, particularly in automated device testing and road anomaly detection. His research interests include developing learning-based systems for various applications and contributing to the advancement of control system technology. He has received the NSF Faculty Early Career Grant and is actively involved in research funded by T-Mobile, emphasizing collaborative robotics and human interaction. Dr. Li continues to publish impactful research in esteemed journals, contributing to the fields of cybernetics and intelligent transportation systems.

Research Interests

Awards

#2021

NSF Faculty Early Career Grant

#2021

T-Mobile Grant

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology