Prof. Zhengchang Wu | Veterinary Medicine | Best Researcher Award 

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Zheng-chang Wu is a Professor in the Department of Animal Science at Yangzhou University, specializing in animal genetics, breeding, and reproduction. He earned his Ph.D. (2017), M.Sc. (2013), and B.Sc. (2011) from Yangzhou University. As a visiting scholar at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (2018-2019), he expanded his expertise in livestock genetics. His research focuses on genetic resistance to Escherichia coli infections in pigs, genome-wide association studies, and epigenetic regulation in livestock. He has secured funding from the Jiangsu Agricultural Science and Technology Innovation Fund and the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province. An accomplished researcher, Dr. Wu has published extensively in high-impact journals, contributing significantly to disease resistance in swine populations.

Prof. Zhengchang Wu | Yangzhou University | China

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🎓Education

  • Zheng-chang Wu pursued his academic journey at Yangzhou University, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in 2011. He continued his education at the same institution, obtaining a Master of Science degree in 2013 and a Ph.D. in Agricultural Science in 2017. His academic background has provided him with a strong foundation in animal genetics, breeding, and reproduction.

👨‍🏫Experience

  • Currently serving as a professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at Yangzhou University since September 2023, Zheng-chang Wu has made significant contributions to the field of animal genetics. His professional journey includes an international academic exchange as a visiting scholar at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) in Ottawa, where he conducted research from May 2018 to May 2019.

🏆Awards and Recognitions

  • Zheng-chang Wu has received recognition for his research through multiple grants and funding projects. He has secured support from the Jiangsu Agricultural Science and Technology Innovation Fund for his study on genome-wide breeding strategies in the context of African Swine Fever. Additionally, his research on the CeRNA regulation mechanism of circ_FUT2 in Escherichia coli F18 resistance in weaned piglets has been funded by the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province.

đź’ˇSkills and Certifications

  • With a deep specialization in animal genetics, breeding, and reproduction, Zheng-chang Wu has developed extensive expertise in molecular biology, genome-wide association studies, and disease resistance mechanisms in pigs. His research integrates advanced genetic analysis techniques, including DNA methylation and RNA sequencing, to enhance breeding strategies and improve animal health.

🔬 Research Focus

  • Zheng-chang Wu’s research primarily explores the genetic mechanisms underlying disease resistance in pigs, with a particular focus on Escherichia coli F18 susceptibility. His studies investigate how genetic modifications, such as DNA methylation and non-coding RNA regulation, influence immune responses and resistance traits. Additionally, his work extends to porcine circovirus type 2 replication, genome-wide breeding strategies, and the functional roles of key genes in animal reproduction and immunity. His findings contribute significantly to animal breeding advancements and livestock disease control strategies.

🌎Conclusion

  • Based on his academic achievements, extensive research output, high-impact publications, and innovative contributions to animal genetics, Zheng-chang Wu is a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His ability to bridge fundamental research with practical applications in veterinary medicine sets him apart as a distinguished researcher in the field.

đź“–Publications

  • Paeoniflorin Inhibits Porcine Circovirus Type 2 Replication by Inhibiting Autophagy and Targeting AKT/mTOR Signaling

    • Authors: Z. Wu, Zhengchang; L. Yu, Luchen; Y. Hu, Yueqing; W. Bao, Wenbin; S. Wu, Shenglong
    • Journal: Veterinary Sciences, 2025

  • TRIM8 inhibits porcine epidemic diarrhoea virus replication by targeting and ubiquitinately degrading the nucleocapsid protein

    • Authors: Z. Bi, Zhenbin; W. Wang, Wei; S. Gu, Shanshen; W. Bao, Wenbin; H. Wang, Haifei
    • Journal: Veterinary Research, 2025

  • DNA ligase III mediates deoxynivalenol exposure-induced DNA damage in intestinal epithelial cells by regulating oxidative stress and interaction with PCNA

    • Authors: X. Zhu, Xiaoyang; J. Wu, Jiayun; X. Chen, Xiaolei; W. Bao, Wenbin; H. Fan, Hairui
    • Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2024

  • Identification of Tissue Expression Characteristics of Pig ALKBH5 and Its Association with Pathogenic Microbial Infection

    • Authors: Yuan Bian; Y. Xu, Yifan; W. Bao, Wenbin; Z. Wu, Zhengchang
    • Journal: Biology Bulletin, 2024

  • Characterization of the molecular role that ST3GAL1 plays in porcine susceptibility to E. coli F18 infection

    • Authors: Z. Wu, Zhengchang; M. Li, Meiqi; J. Wu, Jiayun; J. Jin, Jian; Y. Wu, Yanqing
    • Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2024
Zhengchang Wu | Veterinary Medicine | Best Researcher Award