Academic Qualification

Ph.D. in The University of Hong Kong

Master in The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Bachelor in Macau University of Science and Technology

Teaching Area

Web technologies

Research Area

Interpretable Machine Learning and Its Applications

Blockchain and Decentralization Computing

Fintech

Internet of Things (IoT)

Professional Services

Chair, IEEE Macau Section Young Professionals Affinity Group, 2026 - present

Working Experience

Jan. 2026 ~ present, Assistant Professor, School of Computer Science and Engineering, Faculty of Innovation Engineering, Macau University of Science and Technology, Macao SAR

Mar 2018 ~ Sep. 2020, Engineer, Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute, Hong Kong SAR

Academic Publication

Journal:

1.          Kong, L., Zhao, R., Anumba, C., & Xue, F. (Jan 2023). Open BIM exchange on Blockchain 3.0 virtual disk: A traceable semantic differential transaction approach. Frontiers of Engineering Management, doi:10.1007/s42524‑024‑4006‑x.

2.          Zhao, R., Chen, Z., & Xue, F. (Jan 2023). A blockchain 3.0 paradigm for digital twins in construction project management. Automation in Construction, doi:10.1016/j.autcon.2022.104645.

3.          Wu, L., Li, X., Zhao, R., Lu, W., Xu, J., & Xue, F. (Sep 2022). A blockchain‑based model with an incentive mecha‑ nism for cross‑border logistics supervision and data sharing in modular construction. Journal of Cleaner Production, doi:10.1016/j.jclepro.2022.133460.

4.          Lu, W., Wu, L., Zhao, R., Xu, J., Li, X., & Xue, F. (Feb 2022). Using blockchain to improve information sharing accuracy in the onsite assembly of modular construction. Journal of Management in Engineering, doi:10.1061

5.          Wu, L., Lu, W., Xue, F., Li, X., Zhao, R., & Tang, M. (Feb 2022). Linking permissioned blockchain to Internet of Things (IoT)‑BIM platform for off‑site production management in modular construction. Computers in Industry, doi:10.1016/j.compind.2021.103573

6.          Li, X., Lu, W., Xue, F., Wu, L., Zhao, R., Lou, J., & Xu, J. (Feb 2022). Blockchain‑Enabled IoT‑BIM Platform for Supply Chain Management in Modular Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, doi:10.1080/15623599.2021.1974683

7.          Lu, W. S., Wu, L., & Zhao, R. (Sep 2021). Rebuilding trust in the construction industry: a blockchain‑based deployment frame‑ work. International Journal of Construction Management, doi:10.1080/15623599.2021.1974683

8.          Lu, W. S., Li, X., Xue, F., Zhao, R., Wu, L., & Yeh, A. (Sep 2021). Exploring smart construction objects as blockchain oracles in construction supply chain management. Automation in Construction, doi:10.1016/j.autcon.2021.103816

9.          Lu, W. S., Wu, L., Zhao, R., Li, X., & Xue, F. (Aug 2021). Blockchain Technology for Governmental Supervision of Construction Work: Learning from Digital Currency Electronic Payment Systems. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, doi:10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943‑7862.0002148

10.      Li, X., Wu, L., Zhao, R., Xue, F., & Lu, W. S. (Jun 2021). Two‑layer Adaptive Blockchain‑based Supervision Model for Off‑site Mod‑ ular Housing Production. Computers in Industry, doi:10.1016/j.compind.2021.103437

Conference:

1.         Sun, M., Zhao, R., & Xue, F. (Oct 2024). The Opportunities and Challenges of Multimodal GenAI in the Construction Industry: A Brief Review. The 29th International Symposium on Advancement of Construction Management and Real Estate

2.         Kong, L., Zhao, R., & Xue, F. (Aug 2023). Zero‑Knowledge Proof for trusted construction management: A preliminary study of adaptive blockchain BIM identity authentication. Proceedings of the 23rd International Conference on Construction Applica‑ tions of Virtual Reality

3.         Zhao, R., Yang, Z., Liang, D., & Xue, F. (Jul 2022). Automated Machine Learning in the smart construction era: Significance and accessibility for industrial classification and regression tasks. 28th International Symposium on Advancement of Construction Management and Real Estate

4.         Zhao, R., Wang, J., & Xue, F. (Jun 2023). A blockchain‑based token economic model for incentivizing ESG in the construction industry. 23rd European Conference on Computing in Construction and the 40th International CIB W78 Conference

5.         Kong, L., Zhao, R., & Xue, F. (Aug 2023). When permissioned blockchain meets IoT oracles: An on‑chain quality assurance system for off‑shore modular construction manufacture. Proceedings of the 1st IEEE Global Emerging Technologies ”GET” Blockchain Forum

6.         Zhao, R., Wu, L., Chen, Z., Tang, N., Lu, W., & Xue, F. (Nov 2021). A study on protocols of cross‑chain data synchronization for permission blockchain for construction management. Proceedings of the 26th International Symposium on Advancement of Construction Management and Real Estate (CRIOCM 2021)

7.         Wu, L., Lu, W., Zhao, R., & Xue, F. (Nov 2021). Smart contract: Is it really smart in construction. Proceedings of the 26th Inter‑ national Symposium on Advancement of Construction Management and Real Estate (CRIOCM 2021)

8.         Zhao, R., Wu, Y., Lou, J. F., Chen, Z., Wu, L., & Xue, F. (Oct 2021). Comparison of BIM Collaboration Paradigms for Digital Twin Readiness: Centralized Files, Decentralized Clouds, and Distributed Blockchains. CIB W78 – Information Technology for Construction

Professional Certification and Awards

Best Paper Award, ASCE 2022 Journal of Management in Engineering

Winner for Professional Research, buildingSMART International Awards 2021

Professional Society Membership

Member, IEEE

Member, ACM