Zhe PENG | Data Analytics | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Zhe PENG | Analytics | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong

Dr. Zhe Peng  is a dedicated Research Assistant Professor at the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. With a strong background in computer science and engineering, he specializes in intelligent supply chains, AI for manufacturing, and blockchain technologies. His contributions to blockchain, federated learning, and decentralized identity systems have earned him global recognition. With extensive academic and industry experience, Dr. Peng has made a significant impact on cutting-edge technological advancements.

Publication Profile

🎓 Education

Dr. Peng holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (2018), under the supervision of Prof. Bin Xiao (IEEE Fellow). He earned his M.E. in Information and Communication Engineering from the University of Science and Technology of China (2013) and a B.E. in Communication Engineering from Northwestern Polytechnical University (2010). His academic journey reflects his deep expertise in computing, communication, and AI-driven systems.

💼 Experience

Dr. Peng has held multiple research and industry positions. He is currently a Research Assistant Professor at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Previously, he served as a Research Assistant Professor at Hong Kong Baptist University (2020-2023) and as an R&D Manager at the Blockchain and FinTech Lab. In the industry, he worked as the Blockchain Technical Director at SF Technology in Shenzhen (2018-2019). Additionally, he was a Visiting Scholar at Stony Brook University, USA, working under Distinguished Prof. Yuanyuan Yang (IEEE Fellow).

🏆 Awards and Honors

Dr. Peng has received several prestigious awards, including the World’s Top 2% Scientists by Stanford University (2024) and the Award for High SFQ Score at PolyU ISE (2024). He was recognized with an ESI Highly Cited Paper (2023) and received the DASFAA-MUST Best Paper Award (2021). His work was also nominated for THE Awards Asia – Technological or Digital Innovation of the Year (2021). His numerous accolades highlight his contributions to academia, research, and technological innovation.

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Peng’s research revolves around intelligent supply chains, AI-driven manufacturing, blockchain applications, and autonomous systems. His work on verifiable decentralized identity management, privacy-aware federated learning, and blockchain security has set new benchmarks in these fields. He continues to explore innovative solutions to improve efficiency, transparency, and security in digital ecosystems.

🔚 Conclusion

Dr. Zhe Peng is a visionary researcher at the intersection of AI, blockchain, and smart logistics. His groundbreaking research, academic excellence, and industry experience make him a leading expert in his field. Through his contributions to intelligent systems, federated learning, and blockchain security, he continues to shape the future of technological innovation. 🚀

🔗 Publications 

Lightweight Multimodal Defect Detection at the Edge via Cross-Modal Distillation

VDID: Blockchain-Enabled Verifiable Decentralized Identity Management for Web 3.0 

SymmeProof: Compact Zero-Knowledge Argument for Blockchain Confidential Transactions 

The Impact of Life Cycle Assessment Database Selection on Embodied Carbon Estimation of Buildings 

EPAR: An Efficient and Privacy-Aware Augmented Reality Framework for Indoor Location-Based Services

VFChain: Enabling Verifiable and Auditable Federated Learning via Blockchain Systems 

VQL: Efficient and Verifiable Cloud Query Services for Blockchain Systems 

Cyruss Tsurgeon | Data Visualization | Bioinformatics Contribution Award

Mr. Cyruss Tsurgeon | Data Visualization | Bioinformatics Contribution Award

PhD Student, Meharry Medical College, United States

🌟 Cyruss Tsurgeon is a dedicated Biomedical Data Science graduate student and seasoned clinical scientist based in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. With a wealth of experience in diagnostic data interpretation and clinical medicine, Cyruss combines his technical acumen with a passion for advancing healthcare through data science. His impressive journey spans decades of leadership, research, and healthcare administration, making him a valuable contributor to the scientific and medical communities.

Publication Profile

Education

🎓 Cyruss holds an MS in Biomedical Data Science (2022–2023) from Meharry Medical College, Nashville, TN. He also earned an MS in Molecular Biotechnology (2000–2003) from Johns Hopkins University and dual BS degrees in Biochemistry and Microbiology (1987–1992) from the University of Washington, Seattle. Additionally, he has completed certifications such as the Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate and the Executive Data Science Specialization from Coursera, equipping him with expertise in data analytics, R programming, and visualization tools.

Experience

💼 Cyruss boasts a diverse professional background, including over a decade as a Clinical Laboratory Manager/Scientific Director in the US Army, where he led medical laboratories and implemented protocols for risk management and quality improvement. His tenure as a Biologist/Research Scientist at the NIH involved DNA sequencing and genome analysis. Earlier in his career, he served as a Healthcare Administrator in the US Army and a Research Associate at prominent institutions, contributing to molecular biology and comparative genomic studies.

Awards and Honors

🏆 Cyruss has achieved prestigious laboratory certifications, including DLM(ASCP)CM and MLS(ASCP)CM, showcasing his expertise in laboratory medicine. His contributions to clinical data science and diagnostics have been recognized through impactful research and publications in leading journals like Nature and Genome Research.

Research Focus

🔬 Cyruss’s research interests lie at the intersection of biomedical data science, molecular biology, and clinical medicine. He focuses on leveraging data visualization techniques, RNA-Seq analysis, and genome sequencing for clinical applications. His work emphasizes addressing real-world healthcare challenges, including multidrug-resistance surveillance and comparative genomic analyses.

Conclusion

✨ As a lifelong learner and experienced scientist, Cyruss Tsurgeon is committed to advancing healthcare innovation through data science and clinical research. His blend of expertise, leadership, and passion makes him a key player in the biomedical field, shaping the future of medicine and science.

Publications

Exploring RNA-Seq Data Analysis Through Visualization Techniques and Tools: A Systematic Review of Opportunities and Limitations for Clinical Applications
Bioengineering, 2025-01-12
DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering12010056

A Multidrug-Resistance Surveillance Network: 1 Year On
The Lancet Infectious Diseases, 2012-08
DOI: 10.1016/s1473-3099(12)70149-4

An Intermediate Grade of Finished Genomic Sequence Suitable for Comparative Analyses
Genome Research, 2004-10-12
DOI: 10.1101/gr.2648404

Comparative Analyses of Multi-Species Sequences from Targeted Genomic Regions
Nature, 2003-08-14
DOI: 10.1038/nature01858