Known as Bond, Guoliang Zhang is a devoted master's student in Criminology at the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn), pursuing his studies full-time. His academic journey began at The University of British Columbia, Canada, where he not only graduated with distinction but also secured the Best Honors Thesis Prize and the Kasper Naegele Memorial Prize for his exceptional performance. Bond's primary interest lies in examining violent crimes that violate individual and democratic rights. He exhibits profound interest in studying criminal justice and offensive behaviors. Leveraging quantitative research methods, Bond seeks to uncover dynamic trends and patterns prevalent within policing and crime-related issues. Through his comprehensive research, Bond enlightens our understanding of the use of forensic techniques in crime investigations and the formulation of effective crime prevention and recidivism reduction strategies. His projects strive to enhance societal awareness of crime occurrences and improve comprehension of the criminal justice system's role. Before enrolling at UPenn, Bond earned practical frontline policing experience from his time with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in Canada, and the Criminal Investigation Department within China's Public Security Bureau. These experiences offered him rare insights into policing practices and crime, establishing a robust platform for his future academic endeavors. With a burning ambition to pursue a Ph.D. degree in Criminology, Bond showcases a deep-rooted passion for academia. He is eager and committed to making substantial contributions to the research field in the future.