Yang Li
Durham University
Dr Yang Li’s professional identity was shaped by his doctoral training at Durham University. He is now a geochemist at Peking University and University College London with wide-ranging research interests.
His work has reshaped long-standing scientific understanding in multiple fields. His research informs national resource strategies and deepens global understanding of strategic metals.
Dr Li holds that the UK’s scientific culture transformed how he approaches complex problems. The UK environment encouraged him to challenge established views and address core scientific questions. Accordingly, the ways of working he encountered there continue to shape how he leads research and builds collaboration.