Liz Li

Dr. Liz Zijing Li is the Co-founder, COO, and inventor of Mimicrete Ltd, a materials science startup developing novel technology for sustainable and resilient construction materials.12 She holds a PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Cambridge, where her research focused on biomimetic materials and vascular self-healing concrete.13

Key achievements and recognitions:

1. Developed a proprietary self-healing concrete technology that can transform the construction industry.2
2. Named one of the UK's top women entrepreneurs by the Women in Innovation Awards.1
3. Won a £50,000 grant and support package from the UK's Women in Innovation Awards.2
4. Awarded a Purple Plaque by Innovate UK for her contribution to innovation in the Built Environment sector.4
5. Chartered Construction Manager, certified by The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).5

Dr. Li's work at Mimicrete aims to create self-monitoring concrete systems capable of diagnosing degradation, healing damage, improving safety, and reducing carbon emissions in the construction industry.3 Her innovative approach has the potential to significantly reduce maintenance costs and extend the lifespan of infrastructure.2