Dr Jiao Jiao Li FRSN FRSB FIEAust is a Senior Lecturer in Biomedical Engineering at UTS, and a Rebecca L Cooper Medical Research Foundation Al & Val Rosenstrauss Fellow. Her research in regenerative medicine develops combinational approaches including stem cells, extracellular vesicles, bioactive materials, and nanomaterials to treat chronic diseases, particularly bone and joint disorders. Recent recognitions of her research include 2024 Eureka Prize for Emerging Leader in Science, 2023 Metcalf Prize for Stem Cell Research, 2022 Premier’s Prize for NSW Early Career Researcher of the Year, and 2022 Young Tall Poppy Scientist of the Year. Professionally, she serves on the Australian Research Council (ARC) Advisory Committee, Board of Australian Institute of Policy & Science (AIPS), and Biomedical College Board of Engineers Australia. Her editorial roles include Associate Editor of Cartilage, International Editorial Board of Journal of Orthopaedic Translation, and Editorial Advisory Board of ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering.