Wei Zhou

Dr. Wei Zhou

Swinburne University of Technology

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Academic Career Length

9Years (2018-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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15 May 2025 in IEEE/CAA Journal of Automatica Sinica
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ZDZehang Deng
Zehang Deng
WMWanlun Ma
Wanlun Ma
QHQing-Long Han
Qing-Long Han
WZWei Zhou
Wei Zhou
SZSean X. Zhu
Sean X. Zhu
YXYang Xiang
Yang Xiang
The rapid advancement of large models has led to the development of increasingly sophisticated models capable of generating diverse, personalized, and high-quality content. Among these, DeepSeek has emerged as a pivotal open-source initiative, demonstrating high performance at significantly lower computation costs compared to closed-source counterparts. This survey provides a comprehensive overview of the DeepSeek family of models, including DeepSeek-V3 and DeepSeek-R1, covering their core innovations in architecture, system pipeline, algorithm, and infrastructure. We explore their practical applications across various domains, such as healthcare, finance, and education, highlighting their impact on both industry and society. Further-more, we examine potential security, privacy, and ethical concerns arising from the widespread deployment of these models, emphasizing the need for responsible AI development. Finally, we outline future research directions to enhance the performance, safety, and scalability of DeepSeek models, aiming to foster further advancements in the open-source large model community.

20 January 2025 in IEEE/CAA Journal of Automatica Sinica
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SZSean X. Zhu
Sean X. Zhu
WZWei Zhou
Wei Zhou
QHQing-Long Han
Qing-Long Han
WMWanlun Ma
Wanlun Ma
VWVincent Sheng Wen
Vincent Sheng Wen
YXYang Xiang
Yang Xiang
Software security poses substantial risks to our society because software has become part of our life. Numerous techniques have been proposed to resolve or mitigate the impact of software security issues. Among them, software testing and analysis are two of the critical methods, which significantly benefit from the advancements in deep learning technologies. Due to the successful use of deep learning in software security, recently, researchers have explored the potential of using large language models (LLMs) in this area. In this paper, we systematically review the results focusing on LLMs in software security. We analyze the topics of fuzzing, unit test, program repair, bug reproduction, data-driven bug detection, and bug triage. We deconstruct these techniques into several stages and analyze how LLMs can be used in the stages. We also discuss the future directions of using LLMs in software security, including the future directions for the existing use of LLMs and extensions from conventional deep learning research.

12 November 2024 in IEEE/CAA Journal of Automatica Sinica
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WZWei Zhou
Wei Zhou
SZSean X. Zhu
Sean X. Zhu
QHQing-Long Han
Qing-Long Han
LLLin Li
Lin Li
XCXiao Chen
Xiao Chen
YXYang Xiang
Yang Xiang
ChatGPT is a powerful artificial intelligence (AI) language model that has demonstrated significant improvements in various natural language processing (NLP) tasks. However, like any technology, it presents potential security risks that need to be carefully evaluated and addressed. In this survey, we provide an overview of the current state of research on security of using ChatGPT, with aspects of bias, disinformation, ethics, misuse, attacks and privacy. We review and discuss the literature on these topics and highlight open research questions and future directions. Through this survey, we aim to contribute to the academic discourse on AI security, enriching the understanding of potential risks and mitigations. We anticipate that this survey will be valuable for various stakeholders involved in AI development and usage, including AI researchers, developers, policy makers, and end-users.

17 February 2025 in IEEE Transactions on Industrial Informatics
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CSChuan Sheng
Chuan Sheng
WZWei Zhou
Wei Zhou
QHQing-Long Han
Qing-Long Han
WMWanlun Ma
Wanlun Ma
SZSean X. Zhu
Sean X. Zhu
YXYang Xiang
Yang Xiang
As the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) continues to expand, the need for effective device identification becomes critical for securing industrial environments. Network traffic fingerprinting has emerged as an important technique for IIoT device identification, leveraging the unique communication patterns embedded in network traffic. Despite significant efforts in this area, a comprehensive overview of the relevant research is still missing. To address the lack of comprehensive research, this paper, for the first time, identifies critical knowledge gaps constraining IIoT device identification through network traffic analysis: obscure fingerprint feature space, limited generalizability to unknowns, and scarce data sources. Focusing on these gaps, existing methods are analyzed and summarized in detail across network traffic fingerprinting, IIoT device identification, and public IIoT datasets. Specifically, network traffic fingerprinting methods are categorized into three levels: Packet-level, flow-level, and business-level, and relevant methods are examined in terms of data formats, segmentation units, and extraction or generation techniques. In the context of IIoT device identification, tasks such as device type, model, and instance recognition, as well as abnormal device detection, are extensively investigated using rule-based, traditional machine learning-based, and deep learning-based approaches, with a focus on device fingerprints and application scenarios. Furthermore, main public datasets from the IoT, ICS, and IIoT scenarios are highlighted to support the development of fingerprinting and identification methods. Finally, several future research directions are proposed to guide new advancements in this area.

7 September 2018 in Symmetry
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WAWalaa Alajali
Walaa Alajali
WZWei Zhou
Wei Zhou
VWVincent Sheng Wen
Vincent Sheng Wen
YWYu Wang
Yu Wang
Traffic prediction is a critical task for intelligent transportation systems (ITS). Prediction at intersections is challenging as it involves various participants, such as vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. In this paper, we propose a novel approach for the accurate intersection traffic prediction by introducing extra data sources other than road traffic volume data into the prediction model. In particular, we take advantage of the data collected from the reports of road accidents and roadworks happening near the intersections. In addition, we investigate two types of learning schemes, namely batch learning and online learning. Three popular ensemble decision tree models are used in the batch learning scheme, including Gradient Boosting Regression Trees (GBRT), Random Forest (RF) and Extreme Gradient Boosting Trees (XGBoost), while the Fast Incremental Model Trees with Drift Detection (FIMT-DD) model is adopted for the online learning scheme. The proposed approach is evaluated using public data sets released by the Victorian Government of Australia. The results indicate that the accuracy of intersection traffic prediction can be improved by incorporating nearby accidents and roadworks information.

7 February 2025 in Distributed Ledger Technologies: Research and Practice
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NLNingran Li
Ningran Li
MQMinfeng Qi
Minfeng Qi
ZXZhiyu Xu
Zhiyu Xu
SZSean X. Zhu
Sean X. Zhu
WZWei Zhou
Wei Zhou
YXYang Xiang
Yang Xiang
Cross-chain bridges, one of the foundational infrastructures of blockchain, provide the infrastructure and solutions for inter-operability, asset liquidity, data transfer, decentralized finance, and cross-chain governance between blockchain networks. However, because cross-chain bridges often have to handle communication and asset transfers between multiple blockchains, they involve complex protocols and technologies. This complexity increases the likelihood of vulnerabilities and potential attacks. In order to ensure the security and reliability of cross-chain bridges, this article launches a thorough investigation of existing cross-chain bridge projects, clarifying bridging mechanisms, bridge types, and security features. The following part goes into the subject of security and sheds light on the considerable challenges faced by cross-chain bridges. It conducts a thorough analysis of security flaws, covering problems like smart contract vulnerabilities, centralization risks, liquidity issues, and oracle manipulations. Furthermore, this study promotes a compendium of security solutions and best practises, pointing the way toward a cross-chain bridge scenario that is more secure.