Doctor Laibing Jia
Senior Lecturer
Naval Architecture, Ocean and Marine Engineering
Personal statement
I am a Senior Lecturer in Fluid Mechanics at the University of 欧美高清. I specialise in Fluid-Structure Interaction (FSI), bio-inspired propulsion systems, experimental and computational fluid dynamics (EFD and CFD), and data-driven engineering. My doctoral research on flexible structures interacting with fluid flows was published by Springer in the series "Springer Theses: Recognizing Outstanding Ph.D. Research."
After completing my BSc, BEng, and PhD at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC), I gained international research experience through postdoctoral appointments in China, the US, and the UK, including a Royal Society K.C. Wong Postdoctoral Fellowship hosted at 欧美高清. In 2019, I returned to 欧美高清 as a Lecturer and Chancellor鈥檚 Fellow, and was promoted to Senior Lecturer in 2025.
My research integrates experimental and computational approaches with analytical and data-driven methods, addressing interdisciplinary challenges in marine engineering, renewable energy, and bio-inspired systems. By investigating complex interactions among fluid flows, structural responses, and natural phenomena, I aim to enhance performance, efficiency, and sustainability in diverse engineering applications.
Research Interests
Fluid-Structure Interaction (FSI): My research combines experimental techniques, theoretical analysis, and numerical simulations to comprehensively understand interactions between flexible structures and fluid flows. Studies focus on performance optimisation and structural resilience, with practical applications across marine, offshore, and civil infrastructure sectors.
Bio-inspired Propulsion Systems: Inspired by natural locomotion mechanisms such as fish swimming and bird flight, my team investigates fundamental fluid mechanics phenomena to develop innovative propulsion technologies. Potential applications include underwater robotics, autonomous marine vehicles, and sustainable renewable-energy generation methods.
Machine Learning-enabled Digital Twins: By integrating numerical simulations, sensor fusion, and machine learning techniques, my research develops predictive and adaptive digital twin platforms. These real-time simulation environments enhance operational safety, improve efficiency, and promote sustainability in marine operations, offshore engineering, environmental monitoring, and infrastructure asset management.
Human-centred AI, Inclusive Technologies: Extending digital twin technology beyond traditional engineering contexts, my work leverages advanced image processing and machine learning techniques to digitally represent human physical and emotional states. This research supports innovations in inclusive education, maritime training, and athletic performance enhancement.
Going forward, my vision is to advance technological innovation through interdisciplinary collaboration and international partnerships, and translate research into practical outcomes that support sustainability, inclusion, and societal well-being. To realise this vision, I have co-founded two 欧美高清 Centres for Doctoral Training: one dedicated to ocean forecasting through Artificial Intelligence (AI), and another focused on inclusive education using human-centred AI technologies. Through these initiatives, I am actively working towards building collaborative communities, mentoring the next generation of research leaders, and delivering meaningful societal impact.
Prize And Awards
- Recipient
- 28/6/2023
- Recipient
- 17/10/2022
- Recipient
- 9/2022
- Recipient
- 2021
- Recipient
- 2020
Qualifications
PhD in Fluid Mechanics, published as Springer Thesis, University of Science and Technology of China (USTC).
BSc & BEng, Mechanics and Computer Science, USTC.
PGCert Learning and Teaching in Higher Education, University of 欧美高清.
Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), UK.
Royal Society K.C. Wong Research Fellow.
Co-founder of two 欧美高清 Centres for Doctoral Training (SCDTs): AI-based Ocean Forecasting, Human-centred AI Technologies for Educational Inclusion.
Publications
- Shui Langquan, , Li Hangbo, Guo Jiaojiao, Guo Ziyu, Liu Yilun, Liu Ze, Chen Xi
- Nature Communications Vol 11 (2020)
- Hu Haibao, Wen Jun, Bao Luyao, , Song Dong, Song Baowei, Pan Guang, Scaraggi Michele, Dini Daniele, Xue Qunji, Zhou Feng
- Science Advances Vol 3 (2017)
- , , , ,
- Procedia Computer Science Vol 277, pp. 2709-2722 (2026)
- Li Huimin, Cai Chujiang, , Liu Yanpeng
- Physics of Fluids Vol 38 (2026)
- , , ,
- 2025 20th International Workshop on Semantic and Social Media Adaptation and Personalization (SMAP) 20th International Workshop on Semantic and Social Media Adaptation & Personalization, pp. 108-113 (2025)
- Xu Yunxin, Shi Weichao, Song Yang,
- Engineering Applications of Computational Fluid Mechanics Vol 19 (2025)
Professional Activities
- Participant
- 25/6/2025
- Speaker
- 26/8/2024
- Examiner
- 13/8/2024
- Examiner
- 14/5/2024
- Peer reviewer
- 2024
- Peer reviewer
- 2024
Projects
- Jia, Laibing (Principal Investigator)
- 03-Jan-2026 - 14-Jan-2026
- Wang, Yuchen (Principal Investigator) Abel, Andrew (Co-investigator) Jia, Laibing (Co-investigator) Ul Ain, Noor (Researcher) Mevawalla, Zinnia (Co-investigator) Catlin, Jane (Co-investigator) Devasya, Ashwitha (Researcher) Tripathy, Aditi (Researcher) Nikou, Stavros (Co-investigator) Roxburgh, David (Co-investigator) Robinson, Deborah (Co-investigator)
- This project is to co-design a professional learning programme on AI and inclusive education with teachers and student teachers, funded by EPSRC (拢9,961).
- 01-Jan-2025 - 31-Jan-2026
- Kamranzad, Bahareh (Principal Investigator) Suryasentana, Stephen (Co-investigator) Jia, Laibing (Co-investigator) Arredondo Galeana, Abel (Co-investigator)
- EPSRC Research Excellence Award Studentship
- 01-Jan-2024 - 01-Jan-2028
- Dai, David (Principal Investigator) Black, Steven (Co-investigator) Jia, Laibing (Co-investigator)
- 15-Jan-2024 - 01-Jan-2024
- Kamranzad, Bahareh (Principal Investigator) Tant, Katherine Margaret Mary (Principal Investigator) Jia, Laibing (Principal Investigator) Banas, Neil (Principal Investigator)
- 欧美高清 Centre for Doctoral Training (SCDT)
- 01-Jan-2023 - 31-Jan-2027
- Gorska, Kaja (Principal Investigator) Jia, Laibing (Principal Investigator)
- 26-Jan-2023 - 08-Jan-2023
Contact
Doctor
Laibing
Jia
Senior Lecturer
Naval Architecture, Ocean and Marine Engineering
Email: l.jia@strath.ac.uk
Tel: 548 3740