College of Information and Electrical Engineering, China Agricultural University | China
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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits
Dr. Hongcheng Xue began his academic journey with a Bachelor's degree in Information and Computational Science from Hunan University of Science and Technology (2014–2018), where he demonstrated leadership as class monitor and held key student roles in the Cultural and Security Departments. His studies emphasized mathematical rigor with courses in analysis, algebra, geometry, and numerical methods. He advanced his education with a Master’s degree in Software Engineering from Inner Mongolia University of Technology (2018–2021), specializing in Data Science Applications. His focus areas included Deep Learning and Computer Vision. During his studies, he actively led his class, served as Vice Chair of the Student Union, and won multiple academic and innovation awards, including:
💼 Professional Endeavors
Dr. Xue served as an Algorithm Engineer at Inner Mongolia Smart Animal Husbandry Co. Ltd. (March–November 2019), where he played a critical role in the development of a sheep delivery early warning detection system using deep learning. His contributions involved:
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➤ Collecting and augmenting training datasets
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➤ Building and fine-tuning neural network models for real-time birthing scene recognition
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➤ Collaborating with frontend and backend teams to deploy the system successfully
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➤ Monitoring system performance and continuously optimizing model behavior
This role showcased his ability to blend theoretical knowledge with real-world applications, especially in agricultural tech solutions.
🧠 Contributions and Research Focus
Dr. Xue’s core research interests lie in deep learning, object detection, and computer vision. His key contributions include:
📄 Published Paper:
“Sheep Delivery Scene Detection Based on Faster-RCNN” – presented at IVPAI 2019
📝 Submitted Research:
“Small Target Modified Car Parts Detection Based On Improved Faster-RCNN” – (Under review)
🔬 Patented Innovation:
Granted a utility model patent for an intelligent trough capable of collecting sheep identification data – Patent No. 202020674737.2
💻 Software Copyright:
Developed and registered a HOG-based Video Pedestrian Detection System V1.0 – Registration No. 2019SR0757039
🏅 Accolades and Recognition
Dr. Xue’s academic journey is marked with consistent excellence and recognition:
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➤ Multiple scholarships during postgraduate studies
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➤ Repeated champion in innovation competitions at university level
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➤ Leadership roles acknowledged both academically and administratively
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➤ Recognized contributor to interdisciplinary applications of AI in agriculture
🌍 Impact and Influence
Dr. Xue’s work reflects a rare synergy between technological innovation and agricultural transformation, especially in remote and rural contexts. His efforts in intelligent livestock management have the potential to significantly enhance productivity, monitoring, and sustainability in smart farming.
He serves as a model for researchers applying AI and deep learning in niche but impactful sectors, bridging gaps between modern tech and traditional industries.
🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions
As a young and dynamic researcher, Dr. Xue’s career is on a promising trajectory. His unique blend of academic rigor, applied research, and patented innovations positions him well for future leadership in AI-driven agricultural systems, smart sensing technologies, and computer vision applications.
He is expected to continue making contributions that transform rural technology landscapes, influence policy through innovation, and inspire future researchers in emerging interdisciplinary fields.
Publications
📄HCTD: A CNN-transformer hybrid for precise object detection in UAV aerial imagery
Authors: Hongcheng Xue, Zhan Tang, Yuantian Xia, Longhe Wang, Lin Li
Journal: Computer Vision and Image Understanding
Year: 2025 (September)
📄 Aggressive behavior recognition and welfare monitoring in yellow-feathered broilers using FCTR and wearable identity tags
Authors: Hongcheng Xue, Jie Ma, Yakun Yang, Hao Qu, Longhe Wang, Lin Li
Journal: Computers and Electronics in Agriculture
Year: 2025
📄 Enhanced YOLOv8 for Small Object Detection in UAV Aerial Photography: YOLO-UAV
Authors: Hongcheng Xue, Xia Wang, Yuantian Xia, Lin Li, Longhe Wang, Zhan Tang
Conference: Proceedings of the International Joint Conference on Neural Networks (IJCNN)
Year: 2024
📄 Open Set Sheep Face Recognition Based on Euclidean Space Metric
Authors: Hongcheng Xue, Junping Qin, Chao Quan, Wei Ren, Tong Gao, Jingjing Zhao, Pier Luigi Mazzeo
Journal: Mathematical Problems in Engineering
Year: 2021