Peijun Zuo | Super Antigen | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Peijun Zuo | Super Antigen | Best Researcher Award

Lecture | Shantou University | China

Dr. Peijun Zuo, BMSc, MMSc, PhD, is a distinguished researcher and lecturer in public health at Shantou University, with extensive expertise in preventive medicine, molecular biology, and biomedical engineering. He obtained his PhD in Biochemistry from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, a Master of Medical Science in Microbiology from the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, and a Bachelor of Medical Science in Preventive Medicine from Shanxi Medical University. Dr. Zuo’s professional trajectory spans roles as Research Assistant Professor at The University of Hong Kong, Research Associate at Duke University, and Visiting Fellow at the National Institutes of Health, with leadership positions in public health organizations and laboratory management. His research focuses on PCR micro/nanofluidic chip design, nanoparticle-based drug delivery, stem cell differentiation, vaccine development, pathogen detection, and antigen evolution, with numerous high-impact publications in translational medicine, immunology, and infectious diseases. Dr. Zuo has successfully secured competitive research grants, supervised graduate students, and contributed to advancing knowledge in SARS-CoV-2 antigen evolution, cancer molecular biology, and biomedical materials. He has been recognized with multiple scholarships and awards, including honors from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, German Cancer Research Foundation, Italian Ministry of University, and Hebei Provincial Health Bureau. He is an active member of the Chinese Association of Preventive Medicine and has made significant contributions to both scientific research and public health education, reflecting his commitment to innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the translation of biomedical discoveries into practical applications.

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Featured Publications

Zuo, P., Zuo, L., Li, Z., Zhou, X., Yu, Y., Wu, Q., Niu, Y., Chang, Q., Rabie, A. B. M., Lam, P., & Li, L. (2025). Outbreak dates of virus could be predicted by their protein sequence. Journal of Translational Medicine, 23(1), 980.

Wu, Q., Ye, L., Wu, Y., Zhao, M., Lu, J., Yu, Y., Niu, Y., Zhang, L., & Zuo, P. (2025). Combining single-cell analysis and molecular docking techniques to construct a prognostic model for colon adenocarcinoma and uncovering inhibin subunit BB as a novel therapeutic target. Frontiers in Immunology, 15, 1524560.

Zuo, P., Zuo, L., Li, Z., & Li, L. (2024). Superantigens, antigen precision and their application in coronavirus. Diagnos Pathol Open, 9, 236.

Zuo, P., Zuo, L., Li, Z., & Li, L. (2024). Antigen evolution from D614, to D614G, to Delta, and to Omicron subtype of SARS-CoV-2. Human Biology, 94(2), 599–607.

Zuo, P., Zuo, L., Li, Z., & Li, L. (2024). Mutation and prediction of COVID-19. In Lecture Notes on Data Engineering and Communications Technologies (Vol. 207, pp. 422–433). Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd.

Dr. Jialin Wang | Immunity | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Jialin Wang | Immunity | Best Researcher Award

Central China Normal University | China.

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🎓EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Jialin Wang began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Anhui Normal University (2000–2004), where he laid the foundational knowledge in life sciences. He further specialized by obtaining his Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Shandong University in 2009. His doctoral research ignited a lifelong focus on molecular immunology and insect biology, providing the groundwork for a highly productive scientific career.

💼PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Dr. Wang’s professional career has been rooted at the School of Life Sciences, Central China Normal University in Wuhan, China. He was appointed as an Assistant Professor (2009–2012) and later promoted to Associate Professor (2012–present). His international academic exposure includes visiting scholar positions at the University of California, Riverside (2015–2016, 2019–2020), and a stint as a Research Assistant at The University of Hong Kong (2012). These experiences expanded his expertise in insect molecular biology and comparative immunology.

🔬CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON IMMUNITY

Dr. Wang has built a distinguished research portfolio centered on:

  • 🦋 Insect innate immunity

  • 🧠 Endocrine-immune system interactions

  • 🧬 Molecular regulation of immune genes by hormones such as 20-hydroxyecdysone (20E)

  • 🛡️ Pattern recognition receptors (PRRs) and cellular/humoral immune responses

His work particularly shines in elucidating the cross-talk between endocrine signals and immune defense mechanisms in model pests like Helicoverpa armigera and Spodoptera frugiperda. His studies reveal how steroid hormones modulate immune responses, offering new targets for pest control.

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🌍IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

With over 20+ high-impact publications, Dr. Wang’s findings are contributing to global understanding of insect immune biology, paving the way for:

  • 🌾 Sustainable agricultural pest management

  • 🧪 Bioengineering of immune-regulatory pathways

  • 🌐 Cross-species immunological insights relevant to infectious disease modeling

His international collaborations, notably with scientists like Dr. Alexander S. Raikhel, have placed his research within the global framework of vector-borne disease control and immunity studies.

🏆RESEARCH GRANTS AND FUNDING

Dr. Wang has successfully led and contributed to multiple competitive national and provincial projects, totaling millions in RMB funding. His grants include:

  1. 🧬 NSFC #32470517 (2025–2028): Gut immunity & metamorphosis in Helicoverpa armigera.

  2. 🔍 NSFC #31872301 (2019–2022): Hemocytic encapsulation regulated by PRPs and 20E.

  3. 💡 NSFC #31101672 (2012–2014): Immune gene identification post-20E treatment.

  4. 🌿 Hubei Foundation #2016CFB560 & 2010CDB01204: Functional analysis of C-type lectins & novel insecticide targets.

These projects emphasize his expertise in immune-endocrine dynamics and his drive to develop eco-friendly pest control solutions.

🦠LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Dr. Wang’s scholarly output reflects a systematic deconstruction of insect immunity at the molecular level. By pioneering studies on C-type lectins, PRRs, and hormone-immune regulation, he has built a foundation for future innovations in:

  • 🦠 Host-pathogen interaction modeling

  • 🌾 Biological pest control strategies

  • 🧪 Synthetic biology applications in immunology

He is mentoring the next generation of researchers, and his legacy is marked by a vision of biological control that respects ecological integrity.

🌟A VISIONARY IN INFECTIOUS DISEASES

By decoding the molecular choreography between hormones and immunity in insects, Dr. Wang contributes to broader insights into infectious disease resistance, vector control, and immunological adaptation. His findings may one day aid in understanding pathogen manipulation of host immune systems across species.

📑NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS

The ecdysone-induced bZIP transcription factor MafB establishes a positive feedback loop to enhance vitellogenesis and reproduction in the Aedes aegypti mosquito

Authors: Jialin Wang, Ziqian Zhong, Yazhou He, Yufeng Wang, Alexander S. Raǐkhel
Year: 2025
Journal: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States of America (PNAS)
Citations: 2​

A CTL − Lys immune function maintains insect metamorphosis by preventing gut bacterial dysbiosis and limiting opportunistic infections

Authors: Pei Xiong, Wenwen Wang, Xusheng Liu, Yufeng Wang, Jialin Wang
Year: 2024
Journal: BMC Biology
Citations: 1​

An entomopathogenic fungus exploits its host humoral antibacterial immunity to minimize bacterial competition in the hemolymph

Authors: Jialin Wang, Jing Sun, Ya Jing Song, Li Li, Xusheng Liu
Year: 2023
Journal: Microbiome
Citations: 15