Florida Poly alum powers cutting-edge threat detection at Alakai Defense

James Andrews ’22 is working to ensure the safety of the nation’s military, defense and law enforcement teams as an electrical engineer at Alakai Defense Systems.

James Andrews ’22 is working to ensure the safety of the nation’s military, defense and law enforcement teams as an electrical engineer at Alakai Defense Systems.
Dr. Lily Li is a Professor of Physics at Florida Polytechnic University, where she specializes in materials science, analytical imaging, advanced manufacturing, and biomedical devices. Prior to joining Florida Poly in 2025, she spent 11 years at SUNY Potsdam, where she advanced to Full Professor and developed a 3-2 Engineering dual-degree program with Clarkson University. Her work emphasizes experiential learning and research-driven education to prepare students for careers in STEM fields.