Prof. Zhongde Zhang | Infectious Diseases Prevention | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Zhongde Zhang | Infectious Diseases Prevention | Best Researcher Award

Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine| China.

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🎓EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Professor Zhongde Zhang embarked on his academic journey with a profound focus on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). His foundational studies at prestigious institutions in China enabled him to master both the theoretical and practical aspects of TCM, paving the way for his expertise in addressing complex health challenges, particularly in infectious disease prevention.

💼PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

As the President of Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Vice-President of Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Professor Zhang has played a pivotal role in advancing TCM’s integration into modern medical systems. His leadership has elevated both institutions into centers of excellence, emphasizing research, education, and patient-centered care.

🔬CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON INFECTIOUS DISEASES PREVENTION

Professor Zhang’s contributions to infectious diseases prevention are revolutionary. His research emphasizes the synergistic potential of TCM and modern medicine in addressing respiratory diseases and other intractable illnesses. His groundbreaking approaches include developing TCM-based immune therapies, advancing the understanding of pathogenesis, and creating integrative treatment protocols.

🌍IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Professor Zhang’s influence transcends national boundaries. His advocacy for the integration of Traditional and Modern Medicine in global health policies has positioned him as a global health advocate. His efforts in addressing antibiotic resistance, pandemics, and chronic respiratory diseases have significantly improved public health outcomes and reinforced TCM’s role in international health systems.

📚ACADEMIC CITES

With a prolific record of peer-reviewed publications, Professor Zhang’s research is widely recognized and frequently cited in international journals. His work has provided a robust evidence base for TCM applications in infectious disease prevention and treatment, further bridging the gap between Eastern and Western medicine.

🏆RESEARCH GRANTS AND FUNDING

Professor Zhang has successfully led projects under the Ministry of Science and Technology’s major research and development program and secured multiple National Natural Science Foundation grants. These prestigious grants have fueled innovative studies on infectious diseases, respiratory illnesses, and immune system modulation, strengthening his position as a leading researcher in TCM.

🦠LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Professor Zhang’s legacy lies in his vision for the future of healthcare, where TCM seamlessly integrates with modern medical advancements. His commitment to mentorship, innovative research, and developing global collaborations ensures a lasting impact on medical science and infectious disease prevention.

🌟A VISIONARY IN INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Recognized as a National Famous TCM Scholar, Professor Zhang embodies the spirit of innovation and collaboration. His visionary leadership has redefined the role of TCM in preventing and managing infectious diseases, marking him as a trailblazer in this field.

📑NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS 

“Fuzheng Jiedu decoction alleviates H1N1 virus-induced acute lung injury in mice by suppressing the NLRP3 inflammasome activation”

Authors: Li, Y., Zou, H., Ma, L., …, Li, G., Zhang, Z.
Publication Year: 2025
Journal: Journal of Ethnopharmacology

” Inhalable and bioactive lipid-nanomedicine based on bergapten for targeted acute lung injury therapy via orchestrating macrophage polarization”

Authors: Liao, R., Sun, Z.-C., Wang, L., …, Wu, J., Zhang, Z.
Publication Year: 2025
Journal: Bioactive Materials

“Efficacy and safety of integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine for rheumatoid arthritis-interstitial lung disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis”

Authors: Lu, P., Li, L., Liu, B., …, Zhang, Z., Lu, C.
Publication Year: 2024
Journal: Heliyon

“Natural pachypodol integrated, lung targeted and inhaled lipid nanomedicine ameliorates acute lung injury via anti-inflammation and repairing lung barrier”

Authors: Sun, Z.-C., Liao, R., Xian, C., …, Liu, Y., Wu, J.
Publication Year: 2024
Journal: Journal of Controlled Release

“Mendelian randomization and Bayesian model averaging of autoimmune diseases and Long COVID”

Authors: Feng, J., Chen, J., Li, X., …, Lu, Y., Liu, Y.
Publication Year: 2024
Journal: Frontiers in Genetics

Dr. Yuliang Liu | Animal Infectious Diseases | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yuliang Liu | Animal Infectious Diseases | Best Researcher Award

China Animal Disease Control Center | China.

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🎓Education

Dr. Yuliang Liu, born on October 22, 1973, in Inner Mongolia, China, is a renowned professor at the China Animal Disease Control Center (CADC) since 2012. He holds a Ph.D. in Veterinary Science from Yangzhou University (2005), an M.Sc. in Veterinary Science from Guangxi University (2001), and a B.Sc. in Veterinary Medicine from Inner Mongolia Agricultural University (1998). His global experience includes postdoctoral research at the University of Pennsylvania (USA) and the Technical University of Denmark (DTU).

💼Professional Experience

Dr. Liu has over two decades of expertise in animal and zoonotic disease control, diagnostics, biosafety measures, and vaccine development. His work spans international collaborations and significant contributions to drafting Chinese standards for diagnosing animal diseases. He has supervised 17 students, including undergraduates and Ph.D. candidates, fostering future leaders in veterinary science.

🔬Technical Skills

Dr. Liu is skilled in molecular biology techniques, including reverse genetics, nucleic acid detection, and antimicrobial resistance research. His expertise in preparing Certified Reference Materials (CRMs) has led to the commercialization of five CRMs, enhancing diagnostic tools in veterinary medicine.

🔬Research Interests

A proponent of the One-Health approach, Dr. Liu focuses on animal disease surveillance, control, and vaccine innovation, emphasizing the intersection of animal and human health. His research extends to AMR studies and biosafety technologies.

📚Academic Contributions 

Dr. Liu is an editor for the journal Viruses and a member of professional societies like the American Society for Virology and the Chinese Veterinary Association. As a peer reviewer, he contributes to esteemed journals, including Viruses, Gene, and JAC-Antimicrobial Resistance.

🏆Awards & Recognition

  • Shen Nong China Agricultural Science and Technology Award (2017, 1st Prize)
  • Innovation Prize of DA BEI NONG Science and Technology Award (2015)
  • Named Outstanding Employee of CADC (2020–2022)

🎙️Teaching & Conferences

Dr. Liu has presented research globally, including at the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE) and the American Society for Virology. His mentorship has shaped the careers of many in the veterinary field.

Through his work, Dr. Liu continues to bridge scientific innovation and practical solutions for animal health worldwide.

📑Notable Publications 

“Development of Broad-Spectrum Nanobodies for the Therapy and Diagnosis of SARS-CoV-2 and Its Multiple Variants”

Authors: He, L.; Wu, Q.; Zhang, Z.; Fan, R.; Li, Y.-P.
Year: 2024
Journal: Molecular Pharmaceutics, 21(8), pp. 3866–3879

“The proteomic analysis uncovers the cellular responses to the African swine fever virus membrane proteins p54, p17, and pB117L”

Authors: Chen, Y.; Ni, J.; Wang, C.; Wei, Y.; Liu, Y.
Year: 2024
Journal: Microbes and Infection, 26(5-6), Article 105348

“Establishment of a Triplex qPCR Assay for Differentiating Highly Virulent Genotype I Recombinant Virus from Low-Virulence Genotype I and Genotype II African Swine Fever Viruses Circulating in China”

Authors: Ding, L.; Ren, T.; Bing, G.; Sun, E.; Zhao, D.
Year: 2024
Journal: Transboundary and Emerging Diseases, Article ID 6206857

“Sequence characteristics and phylogenetic analysis of H9N2 subtype avian influenza A viruses detected from poultry and the environment in China, 2018”

Authors: Gao, X.; Wang, N.; Chen, Y.; Wang, C.; Liu, Y.
Year: 2021
Journal: PeerJ, 9, Article e12512

“An oligonucleotide-tagged microarray for routine diagnostics of colon cancer by genotyping KRAS mutations”

Authors: Liu, Y.; Gudnason, H.; Li, Y.-P.; Bang, D.D.; Wolf, A.
Year: 2014
Journal: International Journal of Oncology, 45(4), pp. 1556–1564

Introduction of Animal Infectious Diseases

Introduction of Animal infectious diseases

Animal infectious diseases are illnesses caused by pathogenic microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites that can affect a wide range of animal species. These diseases can spread through direct contact between animals, contaminated water or food, vectors like insects, or environmental exposure.

Types of Animal Infectious Diseases

Viral Diseases:

Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD): Affects cloven-hoofed animals like cattle, sheep, and pigs. It's highly contagious and causes fever, blisters in the mouth and on feet, and can lead to severe economic losses.

Rabies: A fatal viral disease that affects the nervous system of mammals, including humans. It's transmitted through the saliva of infected animals, usually via bites.

Bacterial Diseases:

Anthrax: Caused by Bacillus anthracis, it affects cattle, sheep, and other herbivores, and can be transmitted to humans. It causes severe symptoms like sudden death in animals.

Brucellosis: Affects cattle, goats, and pigs, leading to reproductive issues like abortions. It can also be transmitted to humans, causing flu-like symptoms.

Parasitic Diseases:

Toxoplasmosis: Caused by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, it can affect most warm-blooded animals, including humans. It often leads to neurological issues and reproductive problems.

Trypanosomiasis (Sleeping Sickness): Caused by Trypanosoma parasites, it's transmitted by tsetse flies and affects both animals and humans, leading to severe neurological issues.

Fungal Diseases:

Ringworm: A skin infection caused by various fungi, it affects many animals, including cattle, dogs, and cats. It causes circular patches of hair loss and skin irritation.

Transmission and Impact

Direct Transmission: Through physical contact, bites, or close proximity.

Indirect Transmission: Via contaminated feed, water, equipment, or bedding.

Vector-Borne Transmission: Carried by insects like ticks, mosquitoes, or flies.

Environmental Transmission: Through contaminated soil, water, or air.

These diseases can lead to significant economic losses in agriculture, reduce productivity, and in some cases, pose serious public health risks due to zoonotic transmission (diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans).

Prevention and Control

Vaccination: Effective for preventing many viral and bacterial diseases.

Quarantine: Isolating infected animals to prevent the spread of disease.

Good Hygiene Practices: Regular cleaning and disinfection of animal housing, equipment, and environment.

Vector Control: Managing and reducing the population of disease-carrying insects.

Regular Monitoring and Surveillance: Early detection and response to outbreaks can prevent widespread infection.

Understanding and managing animal infectious diseases is crucial for animal health, public health, and maintaining food security.

 

Introduction of Animal infectious diseases Animal infectious diseases are illnesses caused by pathogenic microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites that can affect a wide range of animal species.
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Introduction of Antibiotic Antibiotics are powerful medications used to treat infections caused by bacteria. They work by killing bacteria or inhibiting their growth, helping to cure infections that would otherwise