1. Academic Papers
[1] Zhou, Y., Fu, Y., Feng, K., & Li, X*. (2025). Growth mechanisms from follower to frontrunner: evidence from Chinese new energy vehicle firms. Asia Pacific Business Review, 1-26. SSCI
[2] Yu Xiong, Xianjun Li*. The dynamic mechanism of tentative governance for emerging technologies: A case study of China's new energy vehicle subsidy. Journal of Cleaner Production, 2024, (484). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2024.144328 (SCI)
[3] Liu Lewis, Yu Xiong, Kun Feng, Xianjun Li*, and Yu Fu. Cross-Market Innovation: The Dynamics of Latecomer Catching-up Model from New Chinese Electric Vehicle OEMs. Asia Pacific Business Review, 2024, 1–26. (SSCI)
[4] Yu Fu, XianJun Li*, Yu Xiong, Kun Feng and Lewis Liu. Comparative Analysis of Chinese and American Photovoltaic Technology Trajectories Based on Patent Citation Networks. PICMET 2024. (EI)
[5] Wei Liu, Xianjun Li*, Yu Xiong, Kun Feng and Yu Fu. Cross-market Innovation: The Dynamics of Latecomer Catching-up Model from Emerging Chinese Electric Vehicle OEMs. PICMET 2024. (EI)
[6] Xianjun Li*, Wei Liu, Bowen Zhang, Donghui Meng. New entrants versus establishers in China and US electric vehicle marketplace: a comparative analysis. Asia Pacific Business Review, 2019.1, 25(1): 19~39. (SSCI)
[7] Donghui Meng, Xianjun Li*, Ke Rong. Industry-to-university knowledge transfer in ecosystem-based academic entrepreneurship: Case study of automotive dynamics control group in Tsinghua University. Technological Forecasting and Social Change, 2019, 141: 249~262. (SSCI)
[8] Meng D, Xianjun Li*, Cai Y, Shi J. Patterns of knowledge development and diffusion in the global autonomous vehicle technological innovation system: A patent-based analysis. International Journal of Automotive Technology and Management, 2019, 19(1/2): 144~177. (EI)
[9] Xianjun Li*, Henry Chesbrough, Wei Liu, Kun Feng. Innovation model of firms in China: evidence from automotive and semiconductor sectors. Journal of Business and Economic Management, 2020, 8(9): 329-346.
[10] Xianjun Li*, Yu Xiong, Donghui Meng, Shuting Xiang. Evolving from traditional to sharing manufacturing business ecosystem through open innovation: Case study of Shenyang machine tool group. Journal of Business and Economic Management, 2020, 8(6): 125-139.
[11] Wei Liu, Xianjun Li*. The Mechanism and Path of the Cross-Market Innovation for Catching-Up Firms: A Case Study on New Chinese Electric Vehicle OEMs. PICMET 2020. (EI)
[12] Yu Xiong, Xianjun Li* . Intelligentization of automotive power steering system innovation: A patent based analysis. PICMET 2020. (EI)
[13] Jinlun Wang, Jiaxin Shi, Xianjun Li*. The Impact of a Firm’s Ownership Structure on Its Technological Innovation Performance. PICMET 2020. (EI)
[14] Bowen Zhang, Xianjun Li*, Donghui Meng, Lewis Liu. Catching up in a bidirectional way: Evidence from Chinese electric automotive industry leader BYD. PICMET 2016, 2017.1.4, 1172~1177. (EI)
[15] Xingda Qi, Xianjun Li*, Siyu Yan, Shijin Shuai. Research on the innovation mechanism and process of China's automotive industry. PICMET 2016, 2017.1.4, 1202~1210. (EI)
[16] Wei Wang, Xianjun Li*, Wenchao Liu. Research on the relationship among ownership structure, R&D investment and innovation performance: Based on data analysis of listed auto companies in China. PICMET 2016, 2017.1.4, 1245~1256. (EI)
[17] Yueyan Zhang, Xianjun Li*, Xianhua Wei, Xiangying Meng, Donghui Meng. Market value of innovation: An empirical analysis on China's stock market. PICMET 2016, 2017.1.4, 1148~1155. (EI)
[18] Donghui Meng, Xianjun Li*, and Ke Xu. Differences of technology absorptive capacity: evidence from China's automotive industry, 2014 Portland International Conference on Management of Engineering and Technology (PICMET 2014), July 27-31, 2014, Kanazawa, Japan. (EI)
[19] Xianjun Li*, Ke Xu, Bowen Zhang, and Donghui Meng. Innovation policy and mechanism of developing countries: evidence from China. 23rd International Conference on Management of Technology (IAMOT 2014), May 22-26, 2014, Washington, D.C.
[20] Xianjun Li*, Bowen Zhang, Ke Xu, Siyu Yan. Study on technological catching-up performance of China's auto firms. Technology Management in the IT-Driven Services (PICMET), Proceedings of PICMET '13, 2013, 7-8:711~721. (EI)
[21] Ke Xu, Xianjun Li*. The Impact of Technology-Acquisition-Based Innovation on Industry Economy: Evidence from China’s Auto Industry. Advances in Information Sciences and Service Sciences, 2013, 5(7):769 ~ 776. (EI)
[22] Ke Xu, Xianjun Li*. Technological innovation from imitation in late comer firms: evidence from China’s auto firms. GERPISA 2013, 6, Paris.
[23] Xianjun Li* and Li Pang. Empirical analysis on Chinese self-brand automobile enterprises' competitive advantage. International Journal of Learning and Intellectual Capital, 2010, vol.7 (3-4), 374~393.
[24] Xianjun Li*, Nanxiang Xie. Measurement of R&D capabilities in Chinese self-brand automotive firms. International Journal of Automotive Technology and Management, 2010, vol. 10(4): 414~429.
[25] Li Xianjun*, Xu Ke, Pang li. Empirical analysis on the evolution of technological capability in China’s automotive firms. Portland International Conference on Management of Engineering Technology (PICMET '09 Conference), August, 2009. (EI)
[26] Li Xianjun*, Xie Nanxiang, Pang li. Empirical analysis of R&D capability in China’s automotive firms. Portland International Conference on Management of Engineering Technology (PICMET '08 Conference), July, 2008. (EI)
[27] Shouhua Wei, Xianjun Li*, Guisheng Wu. “Absorptive capability, local innovation networks and international knowledge spillover: an empirical study in the Chinese ICT sector” in Patricia ed. China and Information Communication Technologies. Springer, 2008.
[28] Shouhua Wei, Xianjun Li*, Guisheng Wu. Regional Gap of R&D in China: an Empirical Study. The 5th International Symposium on Management of Technology (ISMOT), June 13-15, 2007, Hangzhou, China.
[29] Wei Shou-hua, Li xian-jun*, Wu Gui-sheng. An empirical study on regional R&D disparity in China. The 5th International Symposium on Management of Technology (ISMOT), June, 2007.
[30] Wu Gusheng, Li Xianjun*, Regional Technological Characteristic Types in China. Portland International Conference on Management of Engineering & Technology, July, 2003.
[31] Feng K, Li X J*, Xiong Y. A review of key core technologies: Concept, structure, breakthrough path and mechanism. Science Research Management, 2023, 44(12): 21-30. (CSSCI)
[32] Li X J*, Xiong Y, Feng K. Core technology breakthrough path and mechanism of China′s high-speed rail industry. Science Research Management, 2020, 10. (CSSCI, Cover Featured Article)
[33] Cai Y F, Li X J*, Meng D H. Influence mechanism of basic research on technological innovation: An empirical study of the power battery. Science Research Management, 2019, 40(6): 65-76. (CSSCI, Cover Featured Article)
[34] Li X J*, Meng D H, Liu W. Micro Mechanism and Breakthrough Path of Core Technology: Evidence from China’s Automotive AMT Technology. China Soft Science, 2018, 8: 88-104. (Cover Featured Article)
[35] Li X J*, Wang J L, Zhang B W, Meng D H. A study of the mechanism for new entrants of electric vehicles taking the lead over establishers. Science Research Management, 2018, 39(11): 7-16. (CSSCI)
[36] Li X J*, Wang W, Liu W C, Wang J L. The Relationship Between Ownership Type, R&D Investment and Firm Performance: Evidence from Listed Automakers in China. Management Review, 2018, 30(2): 71-82. (CSSCI)
[37] Li X J*, Zhong L, Wang J L, Wang W. Impact of open innovation and absorptive capacity on innovation performance: An empirical analysis of China’s auto firms. Science Research Management, 2018, 39(1): 45-52. (CSSCI)
[38] Meng D H, Li X J*, Mei L, Qi X D. Core technology deconstruction and breakthrough: A longitudinal case study on “Tsinghua-Lvkon” AMT technology from 2000 to 2016. Science Research Management, 2018, 39(6): 78-87. (CSSCI)
[39] Li X J*. Business Model Helps New Entrants Leading: the Case of Electric Vehicle Industry. Science & Technology Progress and Policy, 2018, 35(2): 59-65. (CSSCI)
[40] Zhang B W, Li X J*, Yan X. Comparative analysis on the development of electric vehicle technologies in China and USA: patent view. Journal of Harbin Institute of Technology, 2017, 49(7): 86-92. (EI)
[41] Zhang Y Y, Li X J*, Meng X Y, Wei X H. The Impact of Executive Compensation on Corporate Innovation Capability in the Automotive Industry. Management Review, 2017, 29(6): 106-117. (CSSCI)
[42] Qi X D, Li X J*, Zhang B W. Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction in China: A Case Study of Battery Electric Vehicles. Technology Economics, 2017, 36(4): 72-78. (CSSCIE)
[43] Li X J*, Gao G, Meng D H, Zhang B W. An empirical research on process innovation mechanism:The evidence from China’s automobile industry. Science Research Management, 2016, 37(12): 37-45. (CSSCI)
[44] Zhong L, Li X J*, Liu W. Current Status and Development Models of Used Car Markets in China and the United States: A Comparative Study. Automotive Industry Research, 2016, 9: 9-13.
[45] Wei X H, Jiang Y M, Zhang Y Y, Li X J*. R&D Spillover and Stock Return of Chinese High-Tech Enterprises: An Empirical Research Based on the Perspective of Absorptive Capacity. Science & Technology Progress and Policy, 2016, 33(14): 93-99. (CSSCI)
[46] Wang G, Li X J*, Zhang B W. Innovation policies and mechanisms: Evidences from four industries in China. Science Research Management, 2015, 36(4): 1-10. (CSSCI)
[47] Qi X D, Li X J*, Liu S Y, Meng D H. Differentiation research on industrial technology innovation ability by DEA and PCA. Journal of Jilin University (Engineering and Technology Edition), 2015, 45(3): 1017-1023. (EI)
[48] Li X J*. Ideas and Models for Promoting Mixed-Ownership Reform in China’s Automotive Industry. Automotive Industry Research, 2015, 5: 4-11.
[49] Zhang Y Y, Li X J*. International Comparison of Capital Structure and R&D Investment of Listed Companies in the Automobile Assembly Industry. Automotive Industry Research, 2015, 3: 4-9.
[50] Li X J*, Zhang B W, Meng D H, Gao G. Innovation Policies and Mechanisms in Latecomer Countries: Empirical Evidence from Four Industries in China. Proceedings of the 11th China Technology Management (MOT 2014) Annual Conference, Xiangtan, Hunan, China, 2014.
[51] Wang G, Zhang B W, Li X J*. Empirical Analysis on the Differentiation of Technology Catching-Up Models of Chinese Automotive Enterprises. Technology Economics, 2014, 8: 10-15. (CSSCIE)
[52] Shan D, Meng D H, Li X J*. Development Status and Relevant Policies of New Energy Vehicles in the United States. Automotive Industry Research, 2014, 6: 5-11.
[53] Meng D H, Li X J*, Xu K. Differences in Technological Absorptive Capacity: An Empirical Study of Chinese Automotive Enterprises. Science & Technology Progress and Policy, 2014, 31(19): 81-86. (CSSCI)
[54] Gao G, Li X J*, Xu K. An Empirical Study on the Impact of Technological Innovation on China’s Automotive Exports. Science, Technology and Industry, 2014, 14(7): 1-6.
[55] Liu S Y, Li X J*, Xu K. International Comparison of Technological Innovation Capabilities of Chinese Self-Brand Automotive Enterprises. Automotive Industry Research, 2013, 7: 4-14.
[56] Yan S Y, Li X J*, Xu K. Empirical Analysis on the Evolution of Regional Competitiveness of China’s Automotive Industry. Automotive Practical Technology, 2013, 4: 7-15+35.
[57] Xu K, Li X J*. Empirical Analysis on the Evolution of Technological Capabilities of Chinese Automotive Enterprises Based on Imitation. China Science and Technology Information, 2013, 12: 131-132.
[58] Pang L, Li X J*. An Empirical Study on the Influencing Factors of Automotive Industry Agglomeration in China. Statistics & Decision, 2012, 19: 130-132. (CSSCI)
[59] Li X J*. Reflections on China’s Automotive Industry: Being Large but Not Strong. Automotive Industry Research, 2012, 1: 8-15.
[60] Li X J*, Ma Y F, Xu K, Du J. The influence factors on knowledge sharing in the automobile product development process. Science Research Management, 2011, 32(2): 28-36. (CSSCI)
[61] Pang L, Li X J*. Empirical Analysis on Regional Difference of the Competitiveness of Chinese Automotive Industry. Journal of Applied Statistics and Management, 2011, 30(6): 951-959. (CSSCI)
[62] Li X J*, Pang L, Xu K. Industrial Value Migration, Path Innovation and Competitive Advantage: Empirical Analysis Based on China’s Automotive Firms. China Soft Science, 2010, 1: 102-115. (CSSCI)
[63] Li X J*, Pi X L, Chen Z G. Cross-Regional Operation and Cross-Cultural Management in Automotive Enterprises. Automotive Industry Research, 2010, 1: 2-8+22.
[64] Li X J*, Pang L. Empirical Analysis of Regional Differences of Economic Contribution of Automotive Industry. Commercial Research, 2009, 8: 16-18. (CSSCI)
[65] Li X J*, Xie N X, Xu K. Study on Technological Competitiveness of China-owned Brand Automotive Enterprises. China Soft Science, 2009, 5: 125-134. (CSSCI)
[66] Li X J*, Dong B Y, Xu K. Empirical Analysis on the Innovation Performance of Automotive Industry Districts in China. Automotive Engineering, 2009, 9: 893-899. (EI)
[67] Pang L, Li X J*, Pi X L. Research on the Internal Influencing Factors of R&D Expenditure of Chinese Self-Brand Automotive Enterprises. Science & Technology Progress and Policy, 2009, 26(9): 109-113. (CSSCI)
[68] Li X J*, Pang L. An Empirical Study on the Economic Growth Effect of China’s Automotive Industry. Automotive Industry Research, 2008, 8: 2-6.
[69] Li X J*, Song D N. A Comparative and Empirical Analysis of Typical Domestic and Foreign Automotive Industrial Parks. Automotive Industry Research, 2008, 5: 18-22.
[70] Li X J*, Pang L. Exploring the Breakthrough Mechanisms of Competitive Advantage for Chinese Automotive Enterprises. Studies in Science of Science, 2008, 1: 111-114. (CSSCI)
[71] Li X J*, Wang H W, Wei Y T. The Progress in Research on Circular Economy in the Automotive Industry. Automotive Engineering, 2006, 8: 699-706. (EI)
[72] Li X J*. A Comparative Study on the Institutional Model Selection of Chinese and Foreign Automotive Groups. Automotive Industry Research, 2005, 8: 14-17.
[73] Li X J*. Circular Economy and the Competitiveness of China’s Automotive Industry. Automotive Industry Research, 2005, 10: 23-26.
[74] Li X J*. Transforming China’s Automotive Industry: From Comparative Advantage to Competitive Advantage. Shanghai Auto, 2005, 9: 2-6.
[75] Li X J*. A Study on Management Integration. China Soft Science, 2003, 5: 64-69; Reprinted in full in Management Science. (CSSCI)
[76] Li X J*. An Analysis of the Three-Dimensional Spatial Structure Model of Management. Chinese Journal of Management Science, 2003, 4: 95-100. (CSSCI)
[77] Li X J*. The Formation Mechanism of Enterprise Competitiveness. The Journal of Quantitative & Technical Economics, 2002, 10: 57-60. (CSSCI)
[78] Li X J*. Industrial Value Transfer and Enterprise Competitive Advantage. The Journal of Quantitative & Technical Economics, 2003, 2: 77-80. (CSSCI)
[79] Li X J*. Customer Relationship Management in the Automotive Industry. Enterprise Management, 2001, 3: 49-51.
[80] Li X J. Prioritizing the Development of the Management Consulting Industry from the Perspective of Management Reform. Theoretical Edition of Guangming Daily, April 11, 2000; Reprinted in full in Management Science. This paper ranked the highest in citation rate among domestic management consulting papers from 2000 to 2003.
[81] Li X J. The “Property Right Myth” Misleads Reform Priorities and Causes Severe Harm. Reference Materials for Party Building Research of the Central Organization Department; Reprinted in Political Research Internal Reference of the Central Government, May 10, 2000.
[82] Li X J*. Value Transfer and the Evolution of Competitive Paradigms. Digital Wealth, 2002, 2.
[83] Li X J*. Reducing Redundant Staff Is Not the Fundamental Way to Enhance Enterprise Competitiveness. Economic Perspectives, 2000, 3.
[84] Li X J*. Long-Lived Enterprises and Core Capabilities. Enterprise Management, 2000, 3.
[85] Li X J*. Reforming State-Owned Enterprises in the Transition Period: Prioritizing Competition Over Property Rights. Economic Perspectives, 1999, 8. (CSSCI)
[86] Li X J. “Property Right Worship” and “Property Right Myth”. Economic Information Daily; Reprinted in Economic Outlook Magazine, April 2, 1999; Reprinted in Internal Reference of People’s Daily, July 2000.
[87] Li X J*. Giant, Microsoft and Diversification: A Case Study of Enterprise Strategy. Enterprise Management, 1999, 4.
[88] Li X J*. On the Competitive Advantage of Enterprises. Journal of Jilin University, 1999, 3.
2. Monographs
[1] Li Xianjun. The Source of National Wealth: Enterprise Competition. Beijing: Enterprise Management Press, January 2002.
[2] Li Xianjun. The Foundation of Management: Structure and Integration. Beijing: China Economic Publishing House, January 2004.
[3] Li Xianjun. Automotive Utopia. Beijing: China Workers' Publishing House, September 2017.
3. Patents and Software Copyrights
[1] Computer Software Copyright: Li Xianjun, AECA Automotive Enterprise Competitiveness Dynamic Monitoring and Analysis Software V1.0, Registration No.: 2008SR16873, Authorization Date: August 22, 2008.