Dr. Yang Yang | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award
Yang Yang (杨阳), Ph.D., is an Associate Professor at the College of Veterinary Medicine, Nanjing Agricultural University. His research focuses on the active ingredients of traditional Chinese medicine—particularly polysaccharides—and their role in improving stress resistance and animal welfare in livestock and poultry. Currently, he is exploring the mechanisms by which these compounds alleviate mycotoxin-induced hippocampal neurotoxicity in piglets, with an emphasis on the microbiota-gut-brain axis and AQP1/Wnt signaling. Dr. Yang has led several national and provincial research projects and holds multiple granted patents related to traditional Chinese veterinary medicine. He earned his Ph.D. and master’s degrees in Animal Physiology from Nanjing Agricultural University and has been recognized with numerous academic awards for his contributions to veterinary science.
Education
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Yang Yang began his academic journey in Animal Biotechnology at Anhui Science and Technology University. He then pursued a master’s degree in Animal Physiology at Nanjing Agricultural University, College of Veterinary Medicine. During his master’s program, he demonstrated exceptional academic performance and was exempted from the admission exam for the Ph.D. program, joining the same laboratory. Yang Yang completed his doctoral studies, focusing on the epigenetic regulation in animals. His consistent academic progression laid a strong foundation for his research in veterinary science and physiology.
Experience
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Yang Yang began his professional career as a postdoctoral researcher at Nanjing Agricultural University, College of Veterinary Medicine. He was appointed as an Associate Professor at the same institution. His teaching and research responsibilities involve both laboratory-based animal physiology studies and project supervision related to traditional Chinese medicine applications in animal health.
Awards and Recognition
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Yang Yang’s academic excellence has been recognized through several prestigious awards. He received the PhD National Scholarship and multiple First-Class Academic Scholarships at Nanjing Agricultural University. He was honored with the Presidential Scholarship, and He was awarded the Nobel Prize Scholarship at NJAU. These accolades reflect his dedication to both academic research and innovation in veterinary medicine.
Skills and Certifications
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Yang Yang brings together strong interdisciplinary skills across veterinary physiology, epigenetics, molecular biology, and traditional Chinese medicine. His patent portfolio includes five granted national patents, each related to novel TCM compositions for treating common livestock and poultry diseases. These innovations demonstrate his capacity to bridge academic research and practical applications, making significant contributions to animal healthcare solutions.
Research Focus
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Yang Yang’s research focuses on the bioactive components of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)—including polysaccharides, ketones, and glycosides—and their roles in improving stress resistance and welfare in livestock and poultry. Currently, his primary research investigates how TCM polysaccharides alleviate mycotoxin-induced hippocampal neurotoxicity in piglets, aiming to elucidate mechanisms via the microbiota-gut-brain axis and Aquaporin 1/Wnt signaling pathway. His work contributes to a deeper understanding of natural alternatives to synthetic drugs in animal health management.
Conclusion
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Dr. Yang Yang exemplifies the qualities of an outstanding biological sciences researcher. His work is grounded in rigorous science, driven by a passion for animal welfare, and guided by innovative applications of traditional medicine in modern veterinary contexts. His multidisciplinary achievements, research leadership, and societal impact make him an ideal candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His contributions not only push scientific boundaries but also pave the way for more sustainable and humane practices in animal health and management.
Publications
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Title: Neuroprotective effects of Walnut kernel polysaccharides against ochratoxin A-induced hippocampal neurotoxicity by modulating the gut-brain axis
Authors: Jiang L, Liu D, Lv L, Zhao K, Wang D, Yang Y*
Journal: Food Bioscience, 2025 -
Title: Neuroprotective effects of Rehmannia glutinosa polysaccharide on chronic constant light (CCL)-induced oxidative stress and autophagic cell death via the AKT/mTOR pathway in mouse hippocampus and HT-22 cells
Authors: Yang Y, Yu L, Zhu T, Xu S, He J, Mao N, Liu Z, Wang D*
Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2024 -
Title: Polysaccharide from walnut green husk alleviates liver inflammation and gluconeogenesis dysfunction by altering gut microbiota in ochratoxin A-induced mice
Authors: Yang Y, Lv L, Shi S, Cai G, Yu L, Xu S, Zhu T, Su X, Mao N, Zhang Y, Peng S, He J, Liu Z, Wan D*
Journal: Carbohydrate Polymers, 2023 -
Title: Neuroprotective effects of Lycium barbarum polysaccharide on light-induced oxidative stress and mitochondrial damage via the Nrf2/HO-1 pathway in mouse hippocampal neurons
Authors: Yang Y, Yu L, Zhu T, Xu S, He J, Mao N, Liu Z, Wang D*
Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2023 -
Title: Constant light in early life induces fear-related behavior in chickens with suppressed melatonin secretion and disrupted hippocampal expression of clock- and BDNF-associated genes
Authors: Yang Y, Cong W, Liu J, Zhao M, Xu P, Han W, Wang D, Zhao R*
Journal: Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology, 2022