How we drive innovation in software and society

The Centre for Software, Systems and Society explores the intersection of technology and human interaction. Our work focuses on how innovative software systems improve our lives, from smarter cities to secure online environments.

Our research labs

Our research labs drive innovation in education, software engineering and intelligent computing. Our labs focus on secure and innovative solutions for global challenges in technology.

Emerging and Educational Technology Innovation Lab

We design and test new technologies to enhance learning experiences, making education more interactive, engaging and effective for diverse audiences.

Software Engineering Innovation Lab

We develop advanced tools and techniques to improve software systems, ensuring they are reliable, scalable and tailored for real-world applications.

Trustworthy Intelligent Computing Lab

Our research focuses on developing secure and reliable computing, using AI, blockchain and advanced technologies to create solutions for real-world applications.

Join us in shaping the future of technology

Collaborate with world-leading researchers in software systems and gain skills to lead innovation in human-computer interaction, security and automation.

Our researchers

Our team of experts are advancing software systems research to address societal challenges, from AI ethics to education technologies and secure computing.

Professor Seng Loke is the Director Centre for Software, Systems & Society. His expertise lies in context-aware systems, smart cities, and software that enhances urban living and societal wellbeing.

Associate Professor Xiao Liu is the Director for the Software Engineering Innovation Lab. He

drives research in software engineering, focusing on automation, optimisation, and real-world applications for industry needs.

Dr Sophie Mckenzie is the leader of the Education and Emerging Technologies Innovation Lab.  Dr McKenzie explores cutting-edge digital technologies in education, including immersive learning and the future of classroom innovation.

Professor Yong Xiang is the Director of Trustworthy Intelligent Computing Lab. He specialises in secure, intelligent computing systems, focusing on cryptography, data security, and reliable AI.

Contact us

Get in touch to learn more about research by the Centre for Software, Systems and Society group and how you can work or study with us.

Email Professor Seng Leke