Rui LiuDr. Rui Liu is an Associate Professor at the M.E. Rinker, Sr. School of Construction Management, University of Florida. She holds a Ph.D. in Design, Construction, and Planning and dual Master’s degrees in Information Systems and Construction Managemet. Her research spans Building Information Modeling (BIM), GIS integration, smart cities, facility management, and immersive technologies like VR/AR. Dr. Liu has received multiple accolades, including Best Paper Awards from ASCE and international conferences, and prestigious scholarships such as the Fiatech Student Award and Rinker Alumni Fellowship. She is an active member of ASC, ASCE, and ASEE, and has co-chaired the Alamo BIM Peer Group. Her certifications include LEED AP BD+C, CM-BIM, and GGP. With a strong portfolio of peer-reviewed publications and industry partnerships, Dr. Liu contributes significantly to the digital transformation of construction and urban systems, emphasizing data-driven innovation and interdisciplinary integration. Read More Read Less