The ARTIST Lab at the University of Michigan, led by Assistant Professor Jiaqi Li, is recruiting fully funded PhD students to begin in August 2026. The lab focuses on cutting-edge research in infrastructure materials, energy resource recovery, waste valorization, wastewater treatment, and the application of artificial intelligence in manufacturing. Students will have the opportunity to work on interdisciplinary projects that span carbon capture, clean energy storage, electrochemistry, geochemistry, materials discovery, sustainable construction materials, machine learning for manufacturing automation, resource recovery, circular economy materials, and geomaterials for geological applications. PhD students in the ARTIST Lab will collaborate with national laboratories and industry partners, gaining exposure to innovative research and practical applications. The lab encourages applicants with backgrounds in engineering, materials science, environmental science, chemical engineering, civil engineering, computer science, and mechanical engineering. The positions are fully funded, including tuition coverage and a stipend, with the application fee waived for domestic applicants. To apply, candidates should submit their applications by December 15, 2025, through the Rackham Graduate School portal and indicate their interest in joining Professor Jiaqi Li's research team. For more information about the lab, visit www.jiaqi.li or contact Dr. Jiaqi Li at [email protected] .

The University of Michigan is offering fully funded PhD positions starting in August 2026 in the ARTIST Lab led by Professor Jiaqi Li. The research focuses on infrastructure materials, energy resource recovery, and artificial intelligence in manufacturing. Key areas include carbon capture, utilization and clean energy storage, electrochemistry and geochemistry of energy and infrastructure materials, AI for materials discovery and manufacturing, sustainable and low-carbon construction materials, machine learning for manufacturing automation, resource recovery and circular-economy materials, and geomaterials for geological applications. PhD students will engage in highly innovative interdisciplinary projects and have opportunities to collaborate with national laboratories and industry partners. The program seeks highly motivated and creative individuals with backgrounds in engineering, materials science, environmental science, or related fields. The application process is managed through the Rackham Graduate School, and the application fee is waived for domestic applicants. The deadline for applications is December 15, 2025. Funding is fully provided, covering tuition and stipend, with no specific amount mentioned. For more information about the lab, applicants can visit www.jiaqi.li or contact Professor Jiaqi Li at [email protected] . This opportunity is ideal for students interested in cutting-edge research in materials science, environmental science, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, and civil engineering, especially those passionate about sustainable technologies and AI-driven manufacturing.