Chong Wang | Animal Nutrition| Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Chong Wang | Animal Nutrition| Best Researcher Award

Professor, Zhejian A&F University China

Chong Wang is a Professor at the College of Animal Science and Technology, Zhejiang A&F University, China. Born in November 1980, he specializes in ruminant nutrition, focusing on enhancing dairy cow health and milk quality. He earned his Ph.D. in Animal Nutrition and Feed Science from Zhejiang University and has undertaken research programs in the U.S. and Canada. His studies explore dietary protein optimization, milk composition manipulation, rumen nutrient protection, antioxidative status in animals, and efficient feed resource utilization. He has held multiple academic and research positions, including postdoctoral research at Zhejiang University and visiting scholar roles at the University of Pennsylvania, Virginia Tech, and UBC. Dr. Wang has published extensively in reputed journals and contributes to advancing dairy science. His work integrates molecular biology and nutritional strategies to optimize livestock productivity and sustainability.

Publication Profile

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🎓 Education

B.S. in Animal Sciences (1999-2003) – Zhejiang University. Ph.D. in Animal Nutrition and Feed Science (2003-2008) – Zhejiang University. Exchange Program in Dairy Production Medicine (2009) – University of Pennsylvania, USA

💼 Experience

Postdoctoral Researcher (2008-2010) – Zhejiang University.  Visiting Scholar (2009) – University of Pennsylvania, USA.  Research Associate (2010-2011) – Zhejiang University. Associate Professor (2011-2016) – Zhejiang A&F University. Chinese Rural Technology Development Center (2012-2013) – Ministry of Science and Technology. Visiting Scholar (2015-2016) – Virginia Tech, USA. Visiting Scholar (2019) – University of British Columbia, Canada. Professor (2016-Present) – Zhejiang A&F University

🏆 Awards & Honors

National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) Grants – For outstanding research in animal nutrition. Outstanding Researcher Award – Recognized for contributions to ruminant nutrition. Government Research Grants – Secured multiple provincial and national research funding. Best Paper Awards – Published high-impact research in peer-reviewed journals. International Research Collaboration Grants – Supported work with U.S. and Canadian universities

🔍 Research Focus

 Ruminant Nutrition – Optimizing dairy cow health through dietary strategies. Protein and Amino Acid Requirements – Studying the effects of protein sources on milk yield and composition. Nutritional Manipulation of Milk Composition – Enhancing milk protein, fat, and CLA production. Rumen Nutrient Protection – Developing encapsulation techniques for amino acids and critical nutrients. Antioxidative Status and Milk Performance – Investigating the impact of fatty acids and antioxidants on lactation. Utilization of Local Feed Resources – Exploring alternative feed sources such as rutabaga and mulberry leaves

Publication Top Notes

  1. Title: Integrated Transcriptomic Analyses of Liver and Mammary Gland Tissues Reveals the Regulatory Mechanism Underlying Dairy Goats at Late Lactation When Feeding Rumen-Protected Lysine
    Year: 2024
    Authors: Wenting Dai, Bingqing Han, Yalu Sun, Weini Li, Hongyun Liu

 

  1. Title: Nicotinamide Benefited Amino Acid Metabolism and Rumen Fermentation Pattern to Improve Growth Performance of Growing Lambs
    Year: 2024
    Authors: Yu Ang Wang, Hao Wu, Yiwei Zhang, Chong Wang, Xiaoshi Wei

 

  1. Title: Rosa roxburghii tratt Residue: A Novel Feed Resource for Cattle Indicated by the Non-Deliterious Performance and Blood Metabolites
    Year: 2024
    Authors: Xinyu Song, Yi Yang, Chong Wang, Chuanshe Zhou, Wenxuan Wu

 

  1. Title: Fatty Acid Composition Comparison Between Colostrum and Mature Milk in Buffaloes
    Year: 2024
    Authors: Zhigao An, Ke Wei, Zhiqiu Yao, Liguo Yang, Chong Wang

 

  1. Title: Integrated Multi-Omics Reveals the Relationship Between Growth Performance, Rumen Microbes, and Metabolic Status of Hu Sheep With Different Residual Feed Intakes
    Year: 2024
    Authors: Yanzhen Zhang, Xiaowei Zhang, Dingren Cao, Lingling Sun, Chong Wang

 

  1. Title: Effects of Leucine on Small Intestine Development of Hu Lambs in Suckling Period
    Year: 2024
    Authors: Zhiyuan Wei, Yitao Cai, Mengzhen Sun, Chong Wang, Huiling Mao

 

Hengwei Yu | Animal Science | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Hengwei Yu | Animal Science | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor, Sichuan Agricultural University China

Yu Hengwei, hailing from Shaanxi, China, is a distinguished researcher at Sichuan Agricultural University. His expertise lies in animal genetic resources and breeding, contributing significantly to the field with 10 peer-reviewed SCI-indexed publications as the first author.

Professional Profile 

🎓Education

Dr. Yu earned his Ph.D. in Animal Genetics, Breeding, and Reproduction from the College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest Agriculture and Forestry University.

💼Experience

Yu Hengwei’s research tenure at Sichuan Agricultural University focuses on groundbreaking advancements in animal genetics and breeding, emphasizing scholarly contributions and innovation.

🏆Award and Honor

Dr. Yu received the prestigious “Young Scholar Travel Award” at the 22nd National Academic Symposium on Animal Genetics and Breeding for his outstanding academic achievements.

🔬 Research Focus

Yu Hengwei specializes in exploring animal genetic resources and refining breeding strategies, driving advancements in the field with a profound emphasis on scientific innovation.

Publications Top Noted

    1. Erucic acid promotes intramuscular fat deposition through the PPARγ-FABP4/CD36 pathway
      Year: 2025
      Authors: Hengwei Yu, Juntao Guo, Bingzhi Li, Jing Ma, Belete Kuraz Abebe, Chugang Mei, Sayed Haidar Abbas Raza, Gong Cheng, Linsen Zan
      Citation: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2025.140121
    2. Identification of key genes and metabolites involved in meat quality performance in Qinchuan cattle by WGCNA
      Year: 2024
      Authors: Hengwei Yu, Zhimei Yang, Jianfang Wang, Huaxuan Li, Xuefeng Li, Entang Liang, Chugang Mei, Linsen Zan
      Citation: Journal of Integrative Agriculture. DOI: 10.1016/j.jia.2024.07.044
    3. Milk Lipid Regulation in Dairy Goats: A Comprehensive Review
      Year: 2024
      Authors: Bingzhi Li, Yu Li, Wanqiang Tian, Belete Kuraz Abebe, Sayed Haidar Abbas Raza, Hengwei Yu
      Citation: Molecular Biotechnology. DOI: 10.1007/s12033-024-01283-7
    4. LEP inhibits intramuscular adipogenesis through the AMPK signaling pathway in vitro
      Year: 2024
      Authors: Shengchen Yu, Hengwei Yu, Jianfang Wang, Haibing Liu, Juntao Guo, Sihu Wang, Chugang Mei, Linsen Zan
      Citation: The FASEB Journal. DOI: 10.1096/fj.202400590rr
    5. Genome-wide analysis reveals genomic diversity and signatures of selection in Qinchuan beef cattle
      Year: 2024
      Authors: Hengwei Yu, Ke Zhang, Gong Cheng, Chugang Mei, Hongbao Wang, Linsen Zan
      Citation: BMC Genomics. DOI: 10.1186/s12864-024-10482-0
    6. Knockdown of NFIC Promotes Bovine Myoblast Proliferation through the CENPF/CDK1 Axis
      Year: 2024
      Authors: Jianfang Wang, Juntao Guo, Shengchen Yu, Hengwei Yu, Abebe Belete Kuraz, Diba Dedacha Jilo, Gong Cheng, Anning Li, Cunling Jia, Linsen Zan
      Citation: Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.4c01811
    7. Comprehensive Analysis of Transcriptome and Metabolome Reveals Regulatory Mechanism of Intramuscular Fat Content in Beef Cattle
      Year: 2024
      Authors: Hengwei Yu, Shengchen Yu, Juntao Guo, Jianfang Wang, Chugang Mei, Sayed Haidar Abbas Raza, Gong Cheng, Linsen Zan
      Citation: Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. DOI: 10.1021/acs.jafc.3c07844
    8. The growth curve determination and economic trait correlation for Qinchuan bull population
      Year: 2023
      Authors: Yu Hengwei, Sayed Haidar Abbas Raza, Sihu Wang, Rajwali Khan, Amel Ayari-Akkari, Dalia Abd El Moneim Ahmed, Ijaz Ahmad, Muhammad Shaoib, Ayman H. Abd El-Aziz, Siddiq Ur Rahman
      Citation: Animal Biotechnology. DOI: 10.1080/10495398.2022.2111309
    9. The body weight heritability and the effect of non-genetic factors on the body measurement traits in Qinchuan cattle
      Year: 2023
      Authors: Yu Hengwei, Sayed Haidar Abbas Raza, Hailah M. Almohaimeed, Seham Saeed Alzahrani, Sahar Mohamed Alkhalifah, Almohaimeed Latifah Yasir B, Almuhimid Lama Yasir B, Linsen Zan
      Citation: Animal Biotechnology. DOI: 10.1080/10495398.2022.2154222
    10. Genome-Wide Association Study Reveals Novel Loci Associated with Body Conformation Traits in Qinchuan Cattle
      Year: 2023
      Authors: Hengwei Yu, Shengchen Yu, Juntao Guo, Gong Cheng, Chugang Mei, Linsen Zan
      Citation: Animals. DOI: 10.3390/ani13233628
    11. Integrated multi-omics analysis reveals variation in intramuscular fat among muscle locations of Qinchuan cattle
      Year: 2023
      Authors: Hengwei Yu, Jianfang Wang, Ke Zhang, Gong Cheng, Chugang Mei, Linsen Zan
      Citation: BMC Genomics. DOI: 10.1186/s12864-023-09452-9
    12. Integrative Analysis of Blood Transcriptomics and Metabolomics Reveals Molecular Regulation of Backfat Thickness in Qinchuan Cattle
      Year: 2023
      Authors: Hengwei Yu, Sayed Haidar Abbas Raza, Yueting Pan, Gong Cheng, Chugang Mei, Linsen Zan
      Citation: Animals. DOI: 10.3390/ani13061060
    13. Research progress of m6A regulation during animal growth and development
      Year: 2022
      Authors: Yu Hengwei, Sayed Haidar Abbas Raza, Zhang Wenzhen, Yang Xinran, Hailah M. Almohaimeed, Aliah R. Alshanwani, Rasha Assiri, Waheeb S. Aggad, Linsen Zan
      Citation: Molecular and Cellular Probes. DOI: 10.1016/j.mcp.2022.101851