Zonghua Liu

Dr. Zonghua Liu serves as a Lecturer in Electronic and Electrical Engineering within the School of Computing, Engineering & Technology at Robert Gordon University (RGU). He actively contributes to the Robotics & Autonomous Systems Research Group and holds professional memberships with IEEE and IET, including a committee role in the IEEE OES UKRI Chapter.

His academic credentials include:

• PhD in Engineering from University of Aberdeen (2014-2018)
• M.Sc. in Laser Technology
• B.Eng. in Applied Physics

Dr. Liu's research pioneers underwater robotics and optical sensing systems, with breakthrough work on a subsea camera combining optical holography and Raman spectroscopy for marine particle analysis. His expertise spans machine learning for image processing, environmental monitoring, and real-time AI systems, addressing critical challenges in oceanography and water quality assessment through interdisciplinary innovation.

Recent publications reveal a strong trajectory in applying deep learning to underwater imaging challenges, with significant contributions to particle analysis, maritime security, and marine ecosystem monitoring. His work bridges fundamental optical techniques with practical AI implementations for environmental applications.

Key recognitions include:

• Turing Ecosystem Leadership Award (as Co-I)
• Invited speaker at international conferences
• Prestigious journal reviewing roles

Dr. Liu actively supervises PhD students and secures international funding through UK-Japan collaborations, EU projects, and Japanese research grants. His lab provides students with direct involvement in instrument development and field deployments, fostering strong industry-academic partnerships.

Leading the Robotics & Autonomous Systems Research Group's underwater technology initiatives, Dr. Liu cultivates a collaborative environment focused on developing deployable sensing solutions for marine environments, with emphasis on real-world impact in environmental monitoring and security applications.