Cynthia Wang

Papers

Total Citations

562

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About

Cynthia Wang is a prominent researcher at the intersection of digital technology, construction innovation, and real estate transformation. Her work focuses on two interconnected domains: the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies in off-site construction (OSC) and the digital disruption of smart real estate, areas where she has established herself as a leading scholarly voice. Wang's most influential contribution, a 2020 systematic review of digital technology adoption in off-site construction (346 citations), critically examines how emerging technologies can enhance productivity, reduce waste, and modernize prefabricated building methods. This work has become an essential reference for researchers and industry practitioners navigating the shift toward smarter construction practices. Complementing this, her 2018 review of smart real estate technology (216 citations) maps the landscape of nine disruptive technologies — including drones — reshaping how properties are developed, managed, and transacted, bridging the gap between traditional real estate practices and digitally-enabled futures. With a combined citation count exceeding 560 across just two landmark papers, Wang's scholarship demonstrates substantial influence in built environment research. Her systematic, evidence-based approach provides students, industry leaders, and policymakers with actionable frameworks for embracing digital transformation across construction and real estate sectors.