Dr. Lan Li’s research group integrates experimental, computational modeling, AI/machine learning, and data science approached to address critical challenges in quantum information science and engineering, nano/2D materials, carbon capture, nuclear materials, energy storage, and corrosion. Current research encompasses of:
- Pioneer research in quantum information science and photonics
- Nano and 2D materials growth, properties, and applications
- Energy and sustainability solutions
- Multiscale modeling and data-intensive/-driven approach development and implementation
- Cyberinfrastructure development to accelerate engineering design

News and Media
- Wielding machine learning and AI to explore Idaho energy-water systems: Meet Lan Li – Boise State News, Feb 7, 2025
- Quantum DNA group secures $1.6M to drive innovations in quantum computing and biosensing – Boise State News, Feb 3, 2025
- NSF Regional Innovation Engines Development: Quantum Supply Chain Workshop – Quantum DNA (QDNA) Research Group (boisestate.edu), May 31, 2024
- Semiconductor Research Partners in Japan Host Boise State Faculty and Staff Visit – Boise State News, Apr 2024
- Boise State Joins Regional Partners to Explore Quantum Economy Potential – Boise State News, Jun 2023
- Boise State University wins Three NSF Regional Innovation Engines Awards – Boise State News, May 2023
- Quantum DNA Research Receives US$5M Grant from the Department of Energy, Sep 2021
- CAES Fellows, Jun 2020
- Three College of Engineering Faculty Named CAES Fellows, Jun 2020
- Interdisciplinary Team Awarded Grants to Pursue Quantum Computing and Entanglement Research, Oct 2019