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Dr. Xin Ye | Evolutionary Biology | Best Researcher Award

Dr atĀ  Yangzhou University, China

šŸŒ± Dr. Jian-Qiang Yu is a dedicated Lecturer at the College of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Yangzhou University, specializing in plant science and pomology. šŸŒŸ Born on August 28, 1992, his passion lies in understanding environmental and hormonal regulation on fruit crop development and quality. šŸ„ With a Ph.D. in Horticulture, Dr. Yu has authored 30+ high-impact papers, including several in top-tier journals. šŸ“š He focuses on practical solutions for improving fruit quality under environmental stress, offering new perspectives on horticultural crop cultivation.

 

Professional Profiles:

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EducationšŸŽ“

Bachelor of Horticulture, Shandong Agricultural University (2011-2015) Master of Fruit Science, Shandong Agricultural University (2016-2019) Doctor of Horticulture, Shandong Agricultural University (2019-2022) Winner of the 2023 Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award of Shandong Province.

Experience šŸ‘Øā€šŸ«

Lecturer, Yangzhou University (2022ā€“present) Published 12+ first-author papers with a cumulative impact factor exceeding 200. Recognized for innovative research on environmental signals and horticultural crop quality.

Awards and Honors šŸ†

Best Researcher Award applicant for outstanding contributions in horticulture Ā 2023 Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award recipient Ā Patented innovations in plant sciences (3 patents filed).

Research Focus šŸŒ

Investigates abiotic stress effects on fruit quality, enhancing sugar and anthocyanin production. Explores environmental and hormonal regulation in fruit crops for quality improvement. Collaborative publications in top-tier journals like Nature and Molecular Plant.

āœļøPublications Top Note :

1. Regulation of Salt Stress in Apples

Title: The function of an apple ATP-dependent Phosphofructokinase gene MdPFK5 in regulating salt stress
Authors: Zhang, L.-L.; Zhu, H.; Chen, C.-Y.; Sheng, L.-X.; Yu, J.-Q.
Journal: Physiologia Plantarum, 2024.

This study explores the role of the MdPFK5 gene in apple plants’ salt stress response, offering insights into genetic mechanisms that enhance stress tolerance.
Citations: 0

2. Exogenous Boron Application and Strawberry Quality

Title: A genome-wide investigation of the mechanism underlying the effect of exogenous boron application on sugar content and overall quality of ā€œBenihoppeā€ strawberries
Authors: Yu, J.-Q.; Ji, F.-Y.; Yang, X.-K.; Gao, H.-S.; Sheng, L.-X.
Journal: Plant Physiology and Biochemistry, 2024.

The paper investigates how boron application affects sugar metabolism and improves strawberry quality at the molecular level.
Citations: 0

3. Drought Resistance in Apples

Title: The BTB-BACK-TAZ domain protein MdBT2 reduces drought resistance by weakening the positive regulatory effect of MdHDZ27 on apple drought tolerance via ubiquitination
Authors: Zhang, Q.-Y.; Ma, C.-N.; Gu, K.-D.; Hu, D.-G.; Sun, Q.
Journal: Plant Journal, 2024.

Focuses on the interaction between MdBT2 and MdHDZ27 proteins in drought stress responses, revealing a complex regulatory pathway.
Citations: 0

4. Strawberry Flavor Non-Volatile Compounds

Title: Integrate analysis of metabolome and transcriptome of three Fragaria Ɨ ananassa cultivars to establish the non-volatile compounds of strawberry flavor
Authors: Wang, J.; Cheng, Y.; Ma, C.; Gao, H.; Sheng, L.
Journal: LWT, 2024.

Utilizes integrated metabolomic and transcriptomic analyses to identify flavor-related non-volatile compounds in strawberries.
Citations: 2

5. Ethylene and Sucrose Metabolism in Strawberries

Title: Analysis of Ethylene Signal Regulating Sucrose Metabolism in Strawberry Fruits Based on RNA-seq
Authors: Yu, J.-Q.; Li, Z.-T.; Chen, S.; Gao, H.-S.; Sheng, L.-X.
Journal: Plants, 2024.

Examines the role of ethylene signaling in strawberry sucrose metabolism using RNA sequencing techniques.
Citations: 0

6. Ethylene-Mediated Malate Accumulation in Apples

Title: Ethylene inhibits malate accumulation in apple by transcriptional repression of aluminum-activated malate transporter 9 via the WRKY31-ERF72 network
Authors: Wang, J.-H.; Gu, K.-D.; Zhang, Q.-Y.; Cheng, L.; Hu, D.-G.
Journal: New Phytologist, 2023.

Describes how ethylene affects apple fruit acidity through malate accumulation, highlighting regulatory networks.
Citations: 22

7. Postharvest Storage in Apples

Title: Basic helix-loop-helix (bHLH) transcription factor MdbHLH3 negatively affects the storage performance of postharvest apple fruit
Authors: Wang, W.; Yu, J.; Du, M.; Wang, J.; Hu, D.
Journal: Horticultural Plant Journal, 2022.

Identifies the impact of the MdbHLH3 transcription factor on apple fruit quality during postharvest storage.
Citations: 15

8. Auxin and Salt Stress in Apples

Title: Auxin response factor gene MdARF2 is involved in ABA signaling and salt stress response in apple
Authors: Wang, C.-K.; Zhao, Y.-W.; Han, P.-L.; You, C.-X.; Hu, D.-G.
Journal: Journal of Integrative Agriculture, 2022.

Explores the role of MdARF2 in the auxin and abscisic acid pathways, shedding light on salt stress tolerance.
Citations: 8

9. Stigma Receptors in Brassicaceae

Title: Stigma receptors control intraspecies and interspecies barriers in Brassicaceae
Authors: Huang, J.; Yang, L.; Cheung, A.Y.; Duan, Q.
Journal: Nature, 2023.

Unveils molecular mechanisms of stigma receptor-mediated barriers in Brassicaceae, with implications for breeding.
Citations: 60

Conclusion

Dr. Jian-Qiang Yu is an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His academic achievements, impactful research, and innovative contributions to plant science and horticulture underscore his suitability for this recognition. Addressing the highlighted areas for improvement will further solidify his stature as a global leader in horticultural research.

 

Jianqiang Yu | Evolutionary Biology | Best Researcher Award

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