Boliang Zhang

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Boliang Zhang is a Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (MIET) and an academic researcher in intelligent mobility and applied computer technology. He is pursuing a dual Ph.D. under the joint doctoral program between Macao Polytechnic University (MPU) and Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna (UniBo), co-advised by Prof. Giovanni Pau and Prof. Marcus Im (Sio Kei Im, former Rector of MPU).

His research focuses on IoT architecture, low-power sensing protocols, multi-agent reinforcement learning for dynamic vehicular/parking systems, and generative optimization algorithms. He has published 18 academic papers and monographs with 141 cumulative citations, holds 4 granted national invention patents, 7 pending invention patents, 3 registered software copyrights, and has co-authored 1 national group standard.

He received the 2024 Macao Science and Technology Award (Postgraduate Scientific and Technological R&D Award) from the Macao SAR Government and the 2026 Red Dot Award: Best of the Best. Beyond academia, he has founded and served in executive technical leadership roles across several high-tech enterprises in the Greater Bay Area, directing translational R&D initiatives in smart lighting, cybersecurity, and intelligent IoT systems.

EDUCATION

• Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna (UniBo) | Bologna, Italy

  Joint Ph.D. in Automotive Engineering for Intelligent Mobility | Aug. 2024 – May 2028 (Expected)

  • Advisors: Prof. Giovanni Pau, Prof. Marcus Im (Sio Kei Im, former Rector of MPU)

  • Fellowship: Full Doctoral Scholarship

• Macao Polytechnic University (MPU) | Macao SAR, China

  Ph.D. in Computer Applied Technology | Aug. 2024 – May 2028 (Expected)

  • Fellowship: MPU Full Doctoral Scholarship

• Macao Polytechnic University (MPU) | Macao SAR, China

  Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Big Data and the Internet of Things | Aug. 2022 – May 2024

  • Honors/Fellowship: Full Postgraduate Scholarship, Outstanding Debate Scholarship

• Macao Polytechnic University (MPU) | Macao SAR, China

  Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Computing | Aug. 2018 – May 2022

  • Honors/Fellowship: Macao Foundation Mainland Student Full Scholarship
    

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS

• MIET – Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (UK)

• HCIP-Security – Huawei Certified ICT Professional in Network Security

• HCIP-Storage – Huawei Certified ICT Professional in Storage Systems

• HCIA-AI – Huawei Certified ICT Associate in Artificial Intelligence

PROFESSIONAL & INDUSTRIAL APPOINTMENTS

• Zhuhai Borunxin Technology Co., Ltd. (珠海博潤鑫科技有限公司) | Zhuhai, China

  General Manager & Chief Technology Officer (CTO) | Jun. 2024 – Present

  • Leading core engineering for edge-cloud collaborative sensing architectures, embedded hardware, and AIoT platforms.

• Aoguang Technology (Group) Co., Ltd. (澳光科技（集團）有限公司) | Macao SAR, China

  Chief Technology Officer (CTO) | Apr. 2025 – Present

  • Spearheading R&D and commercialization for full-spectrum intelligent lighting systems and circadian regulation algorithms.

• Audun Cyber Security Technology Co., Ltd. (澳盾網絡安全科技有限公司) | Macao SAR, China

  Director of the Board | Aug. 2024 – Present

• Ruijie Networks Co., Ltd. (銳捷網絡股份有限公司) | Macao SAR, China

  Senior Cyber Security Engineer (Macao Region) | May 2022 – Dec. 2024

• Hong Kong New Silk Road International Trading Co., Ltd. | Hong Kong SAR, China

  Project Manager | Mar. 2020 – Sep. 2022

SPONSORED RESEARCH PROJECTS & GRANTS

• Canarin: Cloud-Based Real-Time Environmental Monitoring System

  Core R&D Member | Completed

  • Funding & Grant No.: MPU Research Grants (RP/FCA-09/2023, RP/ESAP-03/2017); EU Horizon 2020 (762013 - NRG-5); Cagliari 2020; ATOS/RENAULT Mobile Computing Chair of Excellence.

  • Core Contributions: Optimized 2nd/3rd-generation system architectures and cloud-edge data transmission pipelines; solved multi-source heterogeneous sensor low-power transmission challenges in heavily shadowed heritage structures.

  • Impact: Successfully deployed across the UNESCO World Heritage Site at the University of Coimbra (Portugal); contributed to MPU ranking in the Top 8 of THE Asia Awards 2024 (Outstanding Contribution to Environmental Leadership); yielded 1 journal paper and 2 granted patents.

• Healthy Luminous Environment Based on Full-Spectrum Solar-like Smart ADL Lighting System and ipRGC Circadian Rhythm Regulation

  Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI) | Active

  • Funding & Grant No.: Science and Technology Development Fund (FDCT) Talent Introduction Program (No. 0002/2025/TIC).

  • Total Grant Budget: MOP 3,170,000 (~$395,000 USD).

  • Core Contributions: Leading IoT network architecture, wireless sensor hardware, and physiological circadian rhythm optimization algorithms.

• Maritime Multi-Agent Cooperative Control & Autonomous Navigation Systems

  Researcher | Completed (Classified)

  • Funding & Grant No.: Ministry of Science and Technology of China (MOST) International Cooperation Special Project (No. L2015RR0027, 2022–2024).

  • Core Contributions: Investigated distributed dynamic coordination, collision-free trajectory planning, and cooperative task allocation for autonomous maritime swarms.

• Multimodal Smart City Comprehensive Platform Based on Parking Networks and Real-Time Traffic Data

  Core Member | Active

  • Funding & Grant No.: FDCT Enterprise Innovation R&D Program (No. 0002/2025/EIB1).

  • Total Grant Budget: MOP 1,570,000 (~$195,000 USD).

  • Core Contributions: Directing platform software architecture, multi-source dynamic traffic flow forecasting, and Multi-Agent Deep Reinforcement Learning (MADRL) resource dispatching.

• Smart Parking Charging Pile Comprehensive Management System

  Core Member | Completed

  • Funding & Grant No.: FDCT Industry-University-Research Program (No. 0024/2024/AMR).

  • Total Grant Budget: MOP 305,000 (~$38,000 USD).

  • Core Contributions: Led computer vision pipeline development for real-time license plate detection and charging space occupancy monitoring to resolve unauthorized parking.

• VMS Interconnection Functionalities and GB/T 28181 Protocol Standardization

  Core Member | Completed

  • Funding & Grant No.: FDCT Industry-University-Research Program (No. 0009/2023/AMR).

  • Core Contributions: Developed cross-protocol media conversion gateways and unified video management access systems.

• Application Research on IoT Systems Based on Blockchain Technology

  Core Member | Completed

  • Funding & Grant No.: MPU Institutional Grant (No. RP/ESCA-04/2020).

  • Core Contributions: Developed lightweight consensus protocols and tamper-proof decentralized data storage mechanisms for edge nodes.

• Smart Airport Optimization Methods Based on Artificial Intelligence and IoT

  Project Member | Completed

  • Funding & Grant No.: MPU Institutional Grant (No. RP/ESCA-07/2021).

  • Core Contributions: Designed dynamic passenger routing and AI-driven ground resource allocation models.

Grants Under Evaluation / In Review

1. R&D and Application of Smart Parking Systems Based on Multi-Source Sensing and Trajectory Deduction (FDCT-GDST Joint Scheme, No. 0113/2026/AGJ).

2. Active Resilience and Emergency Recovery Strategies for Urban Grids under EV Charging Station Information-Energy Sharing (FDCT-MOST Joint Scheme, No. 0131/2025/AMJ).

3. Multimodal Cultural Tourism Planning and Recommendation Platform for Macao Historic District Revitalization (FDCT Matching Grant, No. 0009/2026/AMR).

4. Intelligent Track-Mounted Robotic Arm Handling Platform and Core Algorithms for High-Density Warehousing in Macao (FDCT Matching Grant, No. 0035/2026/AMR).

5. High-Reliability Passive Sleep Vital Signs Monitoring System for Xiaomi AIoT Ecosystem (FDCT Matching Grant, No. 0033/2026/AMR).

HONORS & AWARDS

• Red Dot Award: Best of the Best (Highest Design Distinction) (May 2026) – Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen

• Macao Science and Technology Award – Postgraduate Scientific and Technological R&D Award (Nov. 2024) – Macao SAR Government / FDCT

• Gold Award, China International College Students' Innovation Competition (Feb. 2026)

• Global 2nd Prize, Huawei ICT Competition Global Finals (Jun. 2022)

• Runner-Up & 5 Direct Nomination Awards, Macao Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition (Aug. 2025)

• Gold Award, American Good Design Awards (May 2025)

• 1st Prize & Most Practical Value Award, 17th Pan-Pearl River Delta + College Students Computer Project Competition (Mar. 2022)

• National 2nd Prize, ICBC Cup National College Students Fintech Innovation Competition (Nov. 2022)

• National 3rd Prize (Bronze), 18th "Challenge Cup" National Extracurricular Academic Competition (Nov. 2023)

• National Bronze Award, 14th "Challenge Cup" University Student Business Plan Competition (Dec. 2024)

• 1st Prize (Macao Finals & Asia-Pacific Finals), Huawei ICT Competition (Dec. 2021)

• Silver Award, Huawei Ascend AI Innovation Competition (Guangzhou Division) (Sep. 2023)

• National Bronze Award, National University Innovation and Transformation Competition (May 2026)

• China Telecom "Flying Young" Full Scholarship (2020, 2021)

• Excellence Award, "Yangcheng Cup" Greater Bay Area Cyber Security Competition (Sep. 2024)

PUBLICATIONS & ACADEMIC OUTPUTRefereed International Journal Papers (SCIE Indexed)

1. M. Yang, Boliang Zhang, T. Wang, J. Cai, X. Weng, H. Feng, and K. Fang, "Vehicle Interactive Dynamic Graph Neural Network Based Trajectory Prediction for Internet of Vehicles," IEEE Internet of Things Journal, vol. 11, no. 22, pp. 35777–35790, Mar. 2024. (IF: 8.9, Top 4%, Citations: 55)

2. W. Cheng, Y. Chu, C. Xia, Boliang Zhang, J. Chen, M. Jia, and W. Wang, "UrbanGenoGAN: Pioneering Urban Spatial Planning Using the Synergistic Integration of GAN, GA, and GIS," Frontiers in Environmental Science, vol. 11, Art. no. 1287858, Dec. 2023. (IF: 3.7, Citations: 27)

3. Boliang Zhang, Y. Yao, H. K. Kan, and W. Luo, "A GAN-Based Genetic Algorithm for Solving the 3D Bin Packing Problem," Scientific Reports, vol. 14, Art. no. 7775, Apr. 2024. (IF: 3.9, Citations: 25)

4. K. S. Chou, K. L. Wong, Boliang Zhang, D. Aguiari, S. K. Im, C. T. Lam, R. Tse, S.-Kit Tang, and G. Pau, "Taxi Demand and Fare Prediction with Hybrid Models: Enhancing Efficiency and User Experience in City Transportation," Applied Sciences, vol. 13, no. 18, Art. no. 10192, Sep. 2023. (IF: 2.5, Citations: 9)

5. G. Su and Boliang Zhang, "Synergized Security Framework: Revolutionizing Wireless Sensor Networks Through Comparative Methodological Analysis," Scientific Reports, vol. 15, Art. no. 18196, May 2025. (IF: 3.9, Citations: 7)

6. Boliang Zhang, L. Shen, J. Yao, T. Wang, S.-Kit Tang, and S. Mirri, "Automatic Tracking Based on Weighted Fusion Back Propagation in UWB for IoT Devices," Sensors, vol. 24, no. 4, Art. no. 1257, Feb. 2024. (IF: 3.5, Citations: 5)

7. L. Shen, Z. Wu, X. Huang, Boliang Zhang, S.-Kit Tang, J. Henriques, and S. Mirri, "UniText: A Unified Framework for Chinese Text Detection, Recognition, and Restoration in Ancient Document and Inscription Images," Applied Sciences, vol. 15, no. 14, Art. no. 7662, Jul. 2025. (IF: 2.5, Citations: 3)

8. Boliang Zhang, L. Shen, J. Yao, W. Luo, and S.-Kit Tang, "Energy-Efficient Mobile Node Localization Using CVA Technology and SAI Algorithm," Frontiers in Energy Research, vol. 12, Art. no. 1327354, Mar. 2024. (IF: 2.4, Citations: 3)

9. Boliang Zhang, Y. Yao, H. Y. Kan, M.-P. Chan, C.-T. Lam, and S.-K. Im, "A Hybrid Optimization Algorithm for a Multi-Objective Aircraft Loading Problem with Complex Constraints," IEEE Access, vol. 13, pp. 47617–47631, Feb. 2025. (IF: 3.6, Citations: 2)

10. K. H, Y. Wang, Boliang Zhang, and C. Zhang, "Optimization of Tourism Public Service Facility Management in Smart Cities Based on Fuzzy Algorithms," International Journal of Fuzzy Systems, Apr. 2026. (IF: 3.6, Accepted)

Refereed International Conference Proceedings

1. Boliang Zhang, L. Shen, J. Yao, S.-Kit Tang, and S. Mirri, "UWB Hybrid Filtering-Based Mobile IoT Device Tracking," in Proc. 2023 ACM Conf. on Information Technology for Social Good (GoodIT '23), Lisbon, Portugal, Sep. 2023, pp. 471–476.

2. Boliang Zhang, Z. Zhan, T. Y. Chui, B. Ng, and C. T. Lam, "Towards Sustainable Preservation: A LoRa-Based Modularized Environmental Monitoring System for Cultural Heritage Protection," in Proc. 2025 13th Int. Conf. on Information and Communication Networks (ICICN), Aug. 2025, pp. 93–98.

3. J. Yao, Boliang Zhang, and S.-Kit Tang, "Extension of Low-End Microcontroller Data Storage for STEM Projects Without Database Knowledge," in Proc. 2023 9th Int. Conf. on Computer and Communications (ICCC), Dec. 2023, pp. 2264–2268.

4. L. Shen, Z. Chen, Boliang Zhang, S.-Kit Tang, and S. Mirri, "Multiple People Tracking Based on Improved SiameseFC Combined with Lightweight YOLO-V4," in Heterogeneous Networking for Quality, Reliability, Security and Robustness (QSHINE), Springer, Oct. 2023, pp. 291–305.

5. Y. Yao, Boliang Zhang, H. K. Kan, and C. T. Lam, "PIDNet: Prohibited Items Detection Network and Fine-Coarse Encoder Module," in Heterogeneous Networking for Quality, Reliability, Security and Robustness (QSHINE), Springer, Oct. 2023, pp. 279–290.

Monographs & Book Chapters

• Boliang Zhang (Executive Editor-in-Chief) et al., Guide for Freshmen in Macao Higher Institutions (《澳門高校新生指南》), Macao: Commercial Press (Macao) Ltd., Jul. 2025. ISBN: 978-99981-15-08-8 (National Library of China Permanent Collection ID: 013784925).

• M. Zhang and Boliang Zhang, "Management of Natural Resources - Relevance, Issues and Constraints: Sustainable Management of Natural Resources," IntechOpen, Mar. 2025. DOI: 10.5772/intechopen.1005553.

Regional & Chinese Core Journals

• H. Chen, Boliang Zhang, and X. Wang, "Moderate Economic Diversification and Smart City Construction in Macao: The Driving Role of Large Language Models," Journal of Macao Studies, pp. 412–420, Nov. 2024.

• C. Ma, Q. Bian, and Boliang Zhang* (Corresponding Author), "Macao's Night Economy and Hengqin-Macao Integration: A New Engine for Moderate Economic Diversification," Journal of Macao Studies, May 2026 (Accepted).

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY & STANDARDSGranted National Invention Patents (China)

1. Intelligent Recruitment Method and Apparatus Based on Artificial Intelligence (Patent No.: ZL 2024 1 0802943.X, Granted: Oct. 11, 2024).

2. Deep Learning-Based Indoor Monitoring Data Security Early-Warning Method and Apparatus (Patent No.: ZL 2025 1 0073795.7, Granted: Aug. 01, 2025).

3. Indoor Environmental Data Analysis Method and Apparatus (Patent No.: ZL 2025 1 0064167.2, Granted: Oct. 10, 2025).

4. Intelligent Economic Risk Identification Method and System (Patent No.: ZL 2024 1 0481185.6, Granted: Jul. 19, 2024).

Pending Invention Patents (China)

1. Quantum Computing Method and System for Unit Commitment Problem Based on QUBO Model (App. No.: 202610784682.2, Filed: Jun. 02, 2026).

2. Probabilistic Static Voltage Stability Analysis Method and System Based on Multi-Fidelity Surrogate Model (App. No.: 2025118235495, Filed: Dec. 05, 2025).

3. Over-the-Air Computation Federated Learning Method and System Based on Semantic Anti-Interference Aggregation (App. No.: 202610047187.3, Filed: Jan. 14, 2026).

4. Modular Environmental Monitoring Method, Device, and System for Cultural Heritage Protection (App. No.: 202510081701.0, Filed: Jan. 20, 2025).

5. Comprehensive Youth Service Recommendation Method and System Based on User Profiling and Multi-Dimensional Matching (App. No.: 202511460572.2, Filed: Oct. 14, 2025).

6. Activity Collaborative Planning and Resource Scheduling Method and System for Youth Communities (App. No.: 202511460620.8, Filed: Oct. 14, 2025).

7. Information Sharing and Promotion Device for Entrepreneurship Services (App. No.: 2025221653711, Filed: Oct. 14, 2025).

Registered Software Copyrights (China)

1. Data Security Collection and Analysis Platform Based on LoRa Wireless Sensor Networks (Reg. No.: 2026SR0525042, Apr. 2026).

2. Environmental Pollution Monitoring and Data Analysis Software Based on Deep Learning and IoT (Reg. No.: 2026SR0525040, Apr. 2026).

3. Cultural Heritage Protection Early-Warning System Based on Deep Learning Environmental Sensing (Reg. No.: 2026SR0525039, Apr. 2026).

Group & Industry Standards

• Main Drafter: Guidelines for Competence Classification and Evaluation of Computer Hardware Supply Chain Security Inspection Agencies (Standard No.: T/NMRJ 116—2026, Issued: May 31, 2026).

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS & PUBLIC LEADERSHIP

• Council Member, Guangdong Youth Scientists Association (2024–Present)

• Vice President, Macao Internet of Things Association (2024–Present)

• Deputy Secretary-General, "Digital China" Science and Technology Alliance of Macao (2022–Present)

• Vice President, China (Macao) Financial Technology Development Association (2024–Present)

• Committee Member, Macao Think Tank of Doctorates (2023–Present)

• Committee Member, Youth Federation of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region (2024–Present)

• Committee Member, Standing Youth Committee of Xiangzhou District, Zhuhai (2024–Present)

• Vice President, 62nd General Association of Chinese Students of Macao (2023–Present)

• Vice President, Macao Scholars Development Association (2023–Present)

• President, Association of Mainland Students in Macao Higher Institutions (2022–2024)

• Honorary Advisor, Mainland Students Association of Macao Polytechnic University (2022–Present)