Materials Theory and Modeling Group

Dr. Lan Li’s research group develops and applies computer-based theoretical methodologies to capture structure-property-performance relationships and design materials for desired performance. Current research encompasses of:

• DNA-templated dye aggregate design for quantum entanglement and quantum information applications
• Nuclear materials and sensor devices
• Low-dimensional materials growth, properties and performance
• Multiscale modeling and data-intensive/-driven approach development and implementation
• Cyberinfrastructure development to accelerate materials design

News and Media

• Sep 2021, Boise State News “Quantum DNA research receives $5M grant from the Department of Energy”
• Jun 2020, CAES “CAES Fellows”
• Jun 2020, Boise State News “Three College of Engineering faculty named CAES fellows”
• Oct 2019, Boise State News “Interdisciplinary team awarded grants to pursue quantum computing and entanglement research”
• Apr 2018 “ Lan Li – Collaborations with Idaho National Laboratory Pave the Way to Energy Innovation”
• Aug 2015, Boise State Update on “Study Looks at Best Materials to Cut Coal Plant Emissions”
• Jul 2014, Boise State Update on “2014 Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS) Young Leader Professional Development Award”
• Oct 2013, Boise State Update on “Engineering Students Experience Unique Internship in Maryland”