Liming Zhu

Dr. Liming Zhu serves as Research Director at CSIRO's Data61 and conjoint full professor at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), where he leads research in AI/ML infrastructure, responsible AI, and software engineering. He chairs Standards Australia's blockchain committee and contributes to AI trustworthiness initiatives through the National AI Center's Responsible AI think tank.

His research interests span software architecture, responsible/ethical AI, blockchain, quantum software, and cybersecurity. Recent work focuses on reference architectures for foundation model systems, guardrail frameworks for AI safety, and vulnerability analysis tools. His publications demonstrate strong emphasis on bridging ethical principles with practical implementation in AI systems.

His recent publications (2024-2025) reveal concentrated research on generative AI safety frameworks, architectural patterns for foundation model agents, and blockchain applications for software supply chain security. Key themes include multi-layered AI safety mechanisms, human-AI collaboration models, and vulnerability tracing methodologies.

Professional contributions include:

• Chairperson of Standards Australia's blockchain committee
• Member of AI trustworthiness-related committees
• Member of Responsible AI think tank at National AI Center
• Steering Committee Member for AIware 2025

Dr. Zhu has supervised over 20 PhD students and taught software architecture courses at UNSW and University of Sydney. His leadership extends to conference organization, serving as General Chair for ICSSP 2023 and Steering Committee Member for multiple conferences including AIware, CAIN, and ICSA.