Dr. Shuang Zhong | Soil Nematodes | Best Researcher Award 

Professor Shuang Zhong is a leading expert in soil nematode ecology and sustainable agricultural practices. She earned her Ph.D. in Soil Science from the Institute of Applied Ecology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and currently serves as a Professor at Jilin Normal University. With over a decade of research experience, her work focuses on soil biodiversity, plant-soil interactions, and nutrient cycling. She has led multiple national and provincial research projects, published extensively in SCI journals, and holds several patents related to soil health and crop management. Her contributions have significantly advanced ecological farming and nematode disease control in China.

Dr. Shuang Zhong | Jilin Normal University | China

Profile

SCOPUS

🎓Education

  • Professor Shuang Zhong earned her Ph.D. in Soil Science from the Institute of Applied Ecology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, completing her doctoral studies between September 2006 and July 2009. Her academic training laid a solid foundation in soil ecology and environmental science, equipping her with advanced research and analytical skills in understanding soil biological processes and interactions.

👨‍🏫 Experience

  • Professor Zhong began her research career as a Research Assistant Professor in Soil Sciences at the Chinese Academy of Tropical Agricultural Sciences from August 2009 to December 2011. She was then promoted to Research Associate Professor at the same institution, where she served from January 2012 to December 2021. Since January 2022, she has been serving as a Professor at Jilin Normal University. Over these years, she has gained extensive experience in soil ecology research, agricultural technology development, and academic leadership.

🤝 Awards and Recognition

  • Throughout her career, Professor Zhong has been recognized for her impactful contributions to agricultural science and soil ecology. She was honored with the title of “Excellent Researcher” by the Chinese Academy of Tropical Agricultural Sciences. She successfully established three demonstration bases for the comprehensive prevention and control of plant pathogenic nematode diseases. Additionally, she has given over 100 public lectures on crop cultivation technologies and has cultivated more than one million high-quality banana seedlings, providing essential technical support for China’s banana industry.

💡Skills and Certifications

  • Professor Zhong is skilled in soil ecological analysis, nematode community assessments, microbial interaction studies, and sustainable agricultural practices. She has extensive expertise in designing and executing field experiments, publishing in high-impact journals, and managing large-scale national research projects. Her innovation extends to technological applications, as demonstrated by three invention patents related to crop rotation, continuous cropping control, and conservation tillage techniques.

🔬 Research Focus

  • Professor Zhong’s research focuses on the ecology of soil nematodes, microbial resources, and plant-soil interactions, with a particular interest in soil carbon and nitrogen cycling. Her studies aim to understand how different agricultural practices, such as tillage, crop rotation, and residue management, influence soil biota and soil health. She has also explored biological control methods to combat soil-borne diseases and improve crop yield sustainability in tropical and semi-arid regions.

🌎Conclusion

  • Professor Shuang Zhong is highly deserving of the Research for Best Researcher Award. Her consistent excellence in scientific inquiry, dedication to ecological sustainability, and proven leadership in both academic and field applications set her apart as a role model for soil scientists. Her research not only advances scientific understanding but also delivers tangible benefits to agriculture and society at large. Recognizing her with this award would honor not only her past achievements but also her future potential in shaping the direction of sustainable agricultural science.

📖Publications

Title: Influences of different tillage and residue management systems on soil nematode community composition and diversity in the tropics
Authors: Zhong, S., Zeng, H. C., Jin, Z. Q.
Journal: Soil Biology and Biochemistry

Title: Effects of agricultural waste returning on soil nematode community composition
Authors: Zhong, S., Song, T. T., Li, Y. H., Qin, Y., Bai, X. Y., Ge, Z. Q., Li, Y. H., Zhou, Z. Q.
Journal: Archives of Agronomy and Soil Science

Title: Impacts of 25-year rotation and tillage management on soil quality in a semi-arid tropical climate
Authors: Zhong, S., Sheng, Z. W., Zheng, L. L., Zheng, X. Y., Yang, Y., Xiao, D., Ai, B. L., Zeng, H.C.
Journal: Chilean Journal of Agricultural Research


Title: Calcite modification of agricultural waste biochar highly improves the adsorption of Cu(II) from aqueous solutions
Authors: Wang, S. W., Zhong, S., Zheng, X. Y., Xiao, D., Zheng, L. L., Yang, Y., Zhang, H. D., Ai, B. L., Sheng, Z. W.
Journal: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering


Title: Long-term interactions of reduced tillage and different amounts of residue retaining improved soil environment in a semi-arid tropical climate
Authors: Zhong, S., Zeng, H. C.
Journal: Chilean Journal of Agricultural Research


Shuang Zhong | Soil Nematodes | Best Researcher Award