Dr Liming Zhu is a leading scientist in software and AI engineering who has helped establish responsible AI engineering as a rigorous lifecycle-based discipline. His research has advanced practical approaches for how AI systems are designed, verified, governed and safely deployed in real operational environments. He has provided technical leadership and expertise informing national AI safety standards and guidance, and advised governments on digital infrastructure, AI safety, cybersecurity and critical infrastructure resilience. His research and technical leadership have contributed to international standards and Australian digital infrastructure, including blockchain and distributed-ledger standards, the Consumer Data Right and industry data standards. He has also contributed to international policy via AI safety science initiatives through OECD.AI and the International AI Safety Report. His digital and AI research leadership within CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, has strengthened the research ecosystem and contributed to the broader technology economy.