Professor Wen-Chin Li, Cranfield University
Professor Wen-Chin Li
Professor of Human Factors, Centre for Safety & Accident Investigation
Cranfield University

Dr Wen-Chin Li is a Professor in Human Factors and Course Director for the MSc in Safety and Human Factors in Aviation at Cranfield University’s Safety and Accident Investigation Centre. A Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society (FRAeS) and Chartered Ergonomist (C.ErgHF), his research focuses on human factors, human performance, and cross-cultural dynamics in aviation safety. His work explores future system design, digital tower operations, human-autonomy teaming, cognitive workload, and proactive safety monitoring using advanced technologies. Professor Li collaborates closely with international aviation regulators, airlines, and airport ground service stakeholders to translate research into practical operational safety enhancements.