Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weiqing Zhuang | Vector-Borne Diseases | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weiqing Zhuang | Vector-Borne Diseases | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Weiqing Zhuang , Fujian University of Technology, China.

Dr. Weiqing Zhuang, born in October 1981, is a prominent scholar in the fields of management and big data analytics. He is currently the President of the School of Internet Economics and Business at Fujian University of Technology, as well as a professional leader at JD Zhilian Cloud Industry College. His academic career has been marked by significant contributions to digital business applications and research in big data.

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🎓Education

Dr. Zhuang holds a Ph.D. in Management from Xiamen University and completed his postdoctoral fellowship in Big Data Statistics at the University of Central Florida, USA. His strong academic foundation has supported his distinguished career in higher education and research.

 

đź’ĽExperience

As the President of the School of Internet Economics and Business at Fujian University of Technology, Dr. Zhuang leads a vibrant academic team. He is also an Associate Professor at the same university and serves as the Professional Leader of JD Zhilian Cloud Industry College. His leadership roles have allowed him to foster innovation in internet economics and big data education.

 

🔍Research Interest

Dr. Zhuang’s research primarily focuses on big data analytics and its applications in digital business, aiming to explore how data-driven decision-making can enhance business strategies and outcomes across various sectors.

 

👩‍🏫Technical Skills

With expertise in data analytics and big data statistical methods, Dr. Zhuang is skilled at applying cutting-edge technologies to solve real-world business challenges, particularly in the digital space.

 

đź“šAcademic Achievements

Over his career, Dr. Zhuang has hosted more than 30 research projects and published nearly 70 academic papers, including in high-impact journals such as the Journal of Business Research. He has also served on the editorial board of international journals and as a reviewer for numerous prestigious academic publications.

👨‍🏫Teaching Experience

As an educator, Dr. Zhuang leads courses in internet economics, business, and data analytics. His teaching style emphasizes practical, data-driven approaches to solving modern business problems, preparing students for success in a rapidly evolving digital economy.

đź“‘Top Note Publications

Title: Data Analysis and Prediction for Emergency Supplies Demand Through Improved Dynamics Model: A Reflection on the Post Epidemic Era

Authors: Zhuang, W., Wu, Q., Wang, M.C.
Publication Year: 2024
Citations: 0

Title: An Evolutionary Game-Based Regulatory Path for Algorithmic Price Discrimination in E-Commerce Platforms

Authors: Guo, Y., Lin, J., Zhuang, W.
Publication Year: 2024
Citations: 0

Title: PDSMNet: Parallel pyramid dual-stream modeling for automatic lung COVID-19 infection segmentations

Authors: Nakamoto, I., Zhuang, W., Chen, H., Guo, Y.
Publication Year: 2024
Citations: 1

Title: Short-Term Traffic Flow Prediction Based on a K-Nearest Neighbor and Bidirectional Long Short-Term Memory Model

Authors: Zhuang, W., Cao, Y.
Publication Year: 2023
Citations: 17

Title: The implications of internet-based Chinese language courses on online classes

Authors: Khan, R., Zhuang, W.
Publication Year: 2023
Citations: 0

Title: The impact of agricultural intensification on carbon dioxide emissions and energy consumption: A comparative study of developing and developed nations

Authors: Khan, R., Zhuang, W., Najumddin, O., Ahmad, I., Al-Faryan, M.A.S.
Publication Year: 2022
Citations: 8

Huali Xue | Disease Control | Best Researcher Award

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Huali Xue | Disease Control | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Huali Xue , Gansu Agricultural University, China.

Dr. Huali Xue is a distinguished researcher in the field of disease control, renowned for her groundbreaking work in public health and epidemiology. With a focus on infectious diseases, her research has significantly contributed to the development of innovative strategies for disease prevention and management. Recognized for her excellence and dedication to improving global health, Dr. Xue has earned the Best Researcher Award for her impactful studies, which continue to shape policies and interventions aimed at reducing the spread of diseases. Her expertise and leadership in the field have made her a key figure in advancing disease control efforts worldwide.

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đź“šEducation

Dr. Huali Xue holds a Ph.D. in Crop Protection from Gansu Agricultural University, China (2015), where she focused on the accumulation of trichothecenes in potato tubers and their induced resistance mechanisms. She earned a Master’s in Organic Chemistry from Northwest Normal University, China (2004), with research on the synthesis and photochromism of polymeric materials. Dr. Xue completed her Bachelor’s in Chemistry Education at Shanxi Datong University, China (2001), providing a strong foundation in both chemistry and education.

đź’ĽExperience

Dr. Huali Xue is currently a Professor at the College of Science, Gansu Agricultural University (2018-Present), where she has also held positions as Associate Professor (2012-2018) and Assistant Professor (2007-2012). She began her academic career as a Teaching Assistant at the university (2004-2007). Additionally, Dr. Xue was a Visiting Scholar at McGill University, Canada (2016-2017), further expanding her research expertise in plant protection and disease control. Throughout her career, she has contributed to both teaching and research in crop protection and plant pathology.

 

🔬Research Interest

Dr. Xue’s research investigates the molecular mechanisms of plant resistance to pathogens, with a particular focus on the regulation of trichothecene biosynthesis, oxidative stress responses in plants, and the detoxification of mycotoxins. Her projects explore the role of reactive oxygen species (ROS), calcium signaling, and plant defense pathways in mitigating disease and mycotoxin accumulation.

 

👩‍🏫Technical Skills

Dr. Xue is proficient in molecular biology techniques, proteomics, and the study of plant-pathogen interactions, focusing on trichothecenes, reactive oxygen species (ROS), and plant defense mechanisms. Her work also includes the development of strategies to reduce mycotoxin contamination in crops.

🎤Academic Citations & Presentations

Dr. Xue has presented at several international conferences, including the 10th International Congress of Plant Pathology (ICPP) in 2013, the International Mycotoxin Conference 2014 (ISM2014), and the III International Symposium on Postharvest Pathology in 2015, where she shared her research on trichothecene production and mycotoxin reduction in crops.

đź“‘Top Note Publications

Title: TrSnt2-mediated histone H3 deacetylation governs mitophagy, ROS accumulation, ergosterol synthesis, and pathogenicity in Trichothecium roseum

Authors: Xu, X., Zong, Y., Wang, B., …, Prusky, D., Bi, Y.
Publication Year: 2024
Citations: 0

Title: Effects of TrPLDs on the pathogenicity of Trichothecium roseum infected apple fruit

Authors: Liu, Q., Zhang, Q., Xue, H., …, Liu, Z., Dov, P.
Publication Year: 2024
Citations: 0

Title: Trichothecium roseum epigenetic reader Snt2 in phenotype and pathogenicity regulation

Authors: Xu, X., Wang, B., Gong, D., …, Bi, Y., Zong, Y.
Publication Year: 2024
Citations: 0

Title: ROS mediated by TrPLD3 of Trichothecium roseum participated in cell membrane integrity of apple fruit by influencing phosphatidic acid metabolism

Authors: Zhang, Q., Liu, Q., Xue, H., …, Liu, Z., Prusky, D.
Publication Year: 2024
Citations: 4

Title: Ozone Application Suppressed the Blue Mold Development and Maintained the Main Active Ingredients Content of Postharvest Fresh Codonopsis pilosula during Storage

Authors: Chen, J., Liu, Z., Liu, Q., …, Shang, S., Bi, Y.
Publication Year: 2024
Citations: 1

Serge Poda | Malaria | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Serge Poda | Malaria | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Serge Poda, Institut de Recherche en Sciences de la Santé, Burkina Faso.

Dr. Serge Poda, a distinguished malaria researcher, has dedicated his career to studying malaria transmission dynamics and effective control strategies, particularly in endemic regions across Africa. His impactful research focuses on identifying transmission hotspots, assessing antimalarial drug efficacy, and advancing vector control measures. With numerous peer-reviewed publications and collaborations with global health organizations, Dr. Poda’s work continues to shape malaria eradication efforts and improve public health policies worldwide. Recognized with the Best Researcher Award, Dr. Poda’s contributions are invaluable to the fight against malaria and improving healthcare outcomes in vulnerable communities.

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Education

Dr. Serge Poda earned his Ph.D. in Applied Biological Sciences with a focus on Medical Entomology in 2021 from the University Joseph KI-ZERBO (formerly University of Ouagadougou) in Burkina Faso. He holds a Master’s degree in Microbial and Cellular Biotechnology (2014) and a Bachelor’s degree in Fundamental and Applied Biology, specializing in Biochemistry and Microbiology (2011). Dr. Poda’s academic foundation was built upon his Baccalaureate in Natural Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry (2007), equipping him with the multidisciplinary expertise essential for his research in malaria and disease prevention.

 

Experience 

Dr. Serge Poda is currently a Postdoctoral Fellow at Wageningen University & Research in the Netherlands, where he investigates in-flight mating behaviors in sympatric swarms of Anopheles malaria mosquitoes and their hybrids. Previously, as a Ph.D. student (2017–2021) at IRSS (Burkina Faso), MIVEGEC-IRD, and CNRS (France), he researched long-range chemical and visual cues used by Anopheles females to locate male swarms. His postgraduate fellowship at IRSS (2014–2017) focused on how irradiation impacts the reproductive success and vector competence of An. arabiensis. For his Master’s thesis (2013–2014), Dr. Poda evaluated the effectiveness of insecticide-treated paint against pyrethroid-resistant malaria vectors in Burkina Faso. Additionally, his graduate internship (2012–2013) at IRSS allowed him to develop essential skills in malaria and dengue entomological techniques, laying a strong foundation for his career in medical entomology.

 

Skills

Dr. Serge Poda possesses a range of skills that support his expertise in malaria research. He is fluent in French and has an intermediate command of English. Proficient in data analysis tools like R and GenePop, he also utilizes Trackit 3D for video tracking and recording. His technical abilities include designing bioassays for insecticide and behavioral testing, rearing mosquitoes, conducting mosquito swarm studies, and performing field, semi-field, and laboratory research. Additionally, Dr. Poda is skilled in molecular techniques such as PCR and ELISA, as well as in Volatile Organic Compound extraction, GC-MS and GC-EAG analyses, and 3D trajectory recording and analysis.

 

Grands and Scholarships

Dr. Serge Poda has been awarded several prestigious grants and scholarships throughout his career. As Principal Investigator of the Africa Talent Programme grant from Wageningen University & Research (€291k, 2022–2025), he secured funding for a postdoctoral fellowship to study in-flight mating behaviors in sympatric swarms of Anopheles mosquitoes and their hybrids. He also served as Co-Investigator for the LAMIVECT grant (€3k, 2020), a micro-project aimed at developing diets with local ingredients to optimize Aedes and Anopheles mosquito production for genetic control research. Dr. Poda’s scholarships include the UEMOA Excellence Scholarship (2019–2020), awarded for his exceptional academic achievements, the ARTS Ph.D. Scholarship from the French National Research Institute for Sustainable Development (IRD, 2017–2020), and the Burkina Faso government Ph.D. scholarship (2017–2021), both of which supported his doctoral studie

Top Note Publications

Title: Mosquitoes integrate visual and acoustic cues to mediate conspecific interactions in swarms

Authors: Gupta, S., Cribellier, A., Poda, S.B., Muijres, F.T., Riffell, J.A.
Journal: Current Biology
Year: 2024

Title: Adult mosquito predation and potential impact on the sterile insect technique

Authors: Bimbilé Somda, N.S., Maïga, H., Mamai, W., Yamada, H., Bouyer, J.
Journal: Scientific Reports
Year: 2022

Title: Local adaptation and colonization are potential factors affecting sexual competitiveness and mating choice in Anopheles coluzzii populations

Authors: Nignan, C., Poda, B.S., Sawadogo, S.P., Roux, O., Diabaté, A.
Journal: Scientific Reports
Year: 2022

Title: No evidence for long-range male sex pheromones in two malaria mosquitoes

Authors: Poda, S.B., Buatois, B., Lapeyre, B., Dabiré, R.K., Roux, O.
Journal: Nature Ecology and Evolution
Year: 2022

Title: Malaria vectors diversity, insecticide resistance and transmission during the rainy season in peri-urban villages of south-western Burkina Faso

Authors: Soma, D.D., Poda, S.B., Hien, A.S., Moiroux, N., Dabiré, R.K.
Journal: Malaria Journal
Year: 2021