Feng Zhu | Nanopesticides | Best Researcher Award
Prof. Dr. Feng Zhu , Yangzhou University , China.
Prof. Dr. Feng Zhu is a distinguished researcher in plant molecular biology and viral resistance, currently serving as a professor at the College of Plant Protection, Yangzhou University, China.
He holds a Ph.D. in Botany from Sichuan University (2014) and a B.S. in Biotechnology from Jinggangshan University (2009).
His research focuses on plant-virus interactions, gene-editing technology, and nanopesticides. ![]()
He has published influential papers in top journals, including Trends in Plant Science and The Plant Journal.
With a passion for sustainable plant protection, he explores innovative strategies to enhance crop immunity. ![]()
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Publication Profile
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Education & ExperienceΒ 

Β Ph.D. in Botany (2014)Β β Sichuan University, China
Β B.S. in Biotechnology (2009)Β β Jinggangshan University, China
Β Professor β College of Plant Protection, Yangzhou University.
Suitability Summary
Prof. Dr. Feng Zhu, an esteemedΒ recipient of the Best Researcher Award, has made groundbreaking contributions to plant viral resistance, plant-virus interactions, and molecular plant biology. As a professor at the College of Plant Protection, Yangzhou University, his research has transformed agricultural biotechnology, providing innovative and sustainable solutions for combating plant diseases. With a Ph.D. in Botany from Sichuan University (2014) and a B.S. in Biotechnology from Jinggangshan University (2009), Prof. Zhu has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to scientific excellence.
Professional DevelopmentΒ 

Prof. Dr. Feng Zhu is a leading expert in plant molecular biology, dedicated to advancing sustainable plant protection methods.Β
Β He actively researches plant-virus interactions and resistance mechanisms, contributing groundbreaking findings to the field.Β
Β His expertise in gene-editing technology and chiral nanopesticides has opened new avenues for combating plant diseases.Β
Β Through extensive collaboration with international researchers, he continuously pushes the boundaries of agricultural biotechnology.Β
Β He also mentors young scientists, fostering innovation in plant health research.Β
Β His work not only enhances crop resilience but also aligns with global sustainability goals.Β ![]()
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Research FocusΒ 

Prof. Dr. Feng Zhuβs research primarily revolves around plant viral resistance and molecular mechanisms governing plant-virus interactions.Β
Β His studies explore the role of key genes, such as NbNAC1, in enhancing plant immunity.Β
Β He is a pioneer in gene-editing technology, utilizing CRISPR-based approaches to develop virus-resistant crops.Β
Β His work on chiral nanopesticides introduces an eco-friendly solution to combat plant diseases.Β
Β Additionally, he investigates the salicylic acid (SA) pathway to boost plant defense responses.Β
Β Through interdisciplinary approaches, he is shaping the future of sustainable agriculture.Β ![]()
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Awards & HonorsΒ 

Β Published influential research inΒ Trends in Plant ScienceΒ (IF=20.5) andΒ The Plant Journal.
Β Recognized for groundbreaking contributions to plant immunity and viral resistance.
Β Collaborated with global researchers on sustainable plant disease control.
Β Served as a corresponding author for high-impact journals in plant sciences.
Β Leader in plant protection research at Yangzhou University.
Publication Top Notes
Β Effects of cold storage temperature, host status, and larval stage on the biological characteristics ofΒ Cotesia chilonisΒ ![]()
Β (2024) βΒ 0 citationsΒ
Β Entomologia Experimentalis et Applicata
Β Defence and nutrition synergistically contribute to the distinct tolerance of rice subspecies to the stem borer,Β Chilo suppressalisΒ ![]()
Β (2024) βΒ 3 citationsΒ
Β Plant, Cell and Environment
Β Constitutively expressed small heat shock proteinΒ LsHsp21.5Β not only enhances heat tolerance but also helps to maintain reproduction in femaleΒ Laodelphax striatellusΒ ![]()
Β (2024) βΒ 0 citationsΒ
Β Insect Molecular Biology
Β Join the green team: Inducers of plant immunity in the plant disease sustainable control toolboxΒ ![]()
Β (2024) βΒ 29 citationsΒ
Β Journal of Advanced Research
Β Chiral nanopesticides: the invincible opponent of plant virusesΒ ![]()
Β (2024) βΒ 3 citationsΒ
Β Trends in Plant Science
Β Identification and pathogenicity analysis ofΒ FusariumΒ spp. on peach in ChinaΒ ![]()
Β (2023) βΒ 1 citationΒ
Β BMC Microbiology.




Β |Β Β Year:Β 2017
Β |Β Β 2023
. With a strong background inΒ biochemistryΒ andΒ molecular research, he has contributed extensively to nanomedicine, drug delivery systems, and cancer therapyΒ
. His research involves synthesizing and characterizingΒ nanocarriersΒ for drug delivery,Β cytotoxicity studies, andΒ biophysical interactions. Dr. Dolatabadi has authored numerous publications inΒ renowned journalsΒ
Β and presented atΒ international conferencesΒ
. His ongoing research focuses onΒ biosensors and molecular imprintingΒ for medical and environmental applications.
Β B.Sc. in BiologyΒ β IranΒ 




. He has worked on nanolipidic carriers, biomolecular interactions, and cytotoxicity studies to improve targeted drug formulations. His expertise extends to surface plasmon resonance, spectroscopy, and molecular imprinting for biosensing applications
. His current research integrates nanotechnology with electrochemical biosensors, enhancing medical diagnostics and food safety testing
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. His work involves developing nanolipidic carriers, dendrimers, and polymeric systems to improve drug bioavailability and targeting. He explores cytotoxicity and genotoxicity studies
. Additionally, he is working on biosensors for detecting contaminants in food and the environment
Β International Research AwardsΒ in Pharmaceutical NanotechnologyΒ 


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Β Education:
Β Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in PhysicsΒ β Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) (2017β2023)
Β Adjunct FacultyΒ β University of Information Technology & Sciences (UITS), Dhaka (2023)

