Yang Yang | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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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.

Dr. Yang Yang | Nanjing agricultural university | China

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🎓Education

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

Muhammad Fahad | Crop Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Muhammad Fahad | Crop Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Muhammad Fahad is a PhD candidate in Crop Genetics and Breeding at Zhejiang University, China, focusing on abiotic stress tolerance, epigenetic regulation, and non-coding RNAs in crops. He holds an M.Sc. (Hons.) in Plant Breeding and Genetics from Bahauddin Zakariya University, Pakistan. His research involves molecular techniques such as gene cloning, CRISPR-Cas9, and transcriptomics, with ongoing projects in Brassica napus and rice. Fahad has published on plant stress responses, reviewed for leading journals, and received multiple academic awards, including a Best Poster Award as a CSC scholar.

Mr. Muhammad Fahad | Zhejiang University | China

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🎓Education

  • Muhammad Fahad is currently a PhD candidate in Crop Genetics and Breeding at the College of Agriculture & Biotechnology, Zhejiang University, China, under the supervision of Prof. Wu Liang. He began his doctoral studies in September 2021. Prior to this, he completed his M.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture with a specialization in Plant Breeding and Genetics from Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan. His graduate studies spanned from August 2014 to February 2021.

👨‍🏫 Experience

  • Muhammad Fahad is currently a PhD candidate in Crop Genetics and Breeding at the College of Agriculture & Biotechnology, Zhejiang University, China, under the supervision of Prof. Wu Liang. He began his doctoral studies in September 2021. Prior to this, he completed his M.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture with a specialization in Plant Breeding and Genetics from Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan. His graduate studies spanned from August 2014 to February 2021.

🏆Awards and Recognitions

  • In 2024, he received the Best Poster Award as a CSC scholar at Zhejiang University. His achievements also include an appreciation certificate and an exchange student fellowship from the Zhejiang Academy of Agricultural Sciences in 2020, and a Best Performance award from the Strengthening Participatory Organization in 2019.

💡Skills and Certifications

  • Muhammad Fahad possesses a diverse and advanced skill set in the fields of crop sciences, molecular biology, and agricultural biotechnology. He is highly proficient in gene cloning, CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing, protein-protein interaction studies, and tissue culture techniques. His expertise extends to cutting-edge areas such as DNA methylation, epigenetic regulation, and non-coding RNA analysis in plants. Fahad is also skilled in bioinformatics and statistical analysis, with hands-on experience using R, Python, SPSS, and Linux for transcriptomic and epigenomic data interpretation. In addition to his technical abilities, he is an accomplished scientific writer and peer reviewer, with a proven track record of publishing in high-impact journals. His collaborative nature, cross-cultural research experience, and commitment to innovation make him a valuable contributor to both academic and applied agricultural research.

🔬 Research Focus

  • His primary research interests include abiotic stress tolerance, plant breeding, epigenetic regulation in crops, and the role of non-coding RNAs in stress responses and genetic regulation.

🌎Conclusion

  • With a consistent record of scientific productivity, innovative research direction, technical proficiency, and international collaboration, Muhammad Fahad is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award. His contributions not only enhance academic understanding but also pave the way for practical solutions to pressing agricultural challenges. Recognizing him with this award would honor a researcher who is truly shaping the future of crop sciences.

📖Publications

  •  MicroRNA gatekeepers: Orchestrating rhizospheric dynamics
    Authors: Muhammad Fahad, Leeza Tariq, Wanchang Li, Liang Wu
    Journal: Journal of Integrative Plant Biology

  •  MicroRNA regulation and environmental sensing in grasses
    Authors: Sajid Muhammad, Muhammad Fahad, Weijun Zhou, Liang Wu
    Journal: Grass Research

  • Comparative Analysis of Phytohormone Biosynthesis Genes Responses to Long-Term High Light in Tolerant and Sensitive Wheat Cultivars
    Authors: Zhi-Ang Li, Muhammad Fahad, Wan-Chang Li, Leeza Tariq, Miao-Miao Liu, Ya-Nan Liu, Tai-Xia Wang
    Journal: Plants

  • Underground communication: Long non-coding RNA signaling in the plant rhizosphere
    Authors: Muhammad Fahad, Leeza Tariq, Sajid Muhammad, Liang Wu
    Journal: Plant Communications

  • Comparative and functional analysis unveils the contribution of photoperiod to DNA methylation, sRNA accumulation, and gene expression variations in short‐day and long‐day grasses
    Authors: Xia Wu, Siyi Chen, Feng Lin, Fahad Muhammad, Haiming Xu, Liang Wu
    Journal: The Plant Journal