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Pingdong Lin | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Pingdong Lin | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China

Dr. Pingdong Lin, Ph.D., is an accomplished researcher and Assistant Research Fellow at the Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences, whose expertise lies at the intersection of biochemistry, molecular biology, and agricultural biotechnology. He earned his Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Fujian Normal University (2019–2023), an M.S. in Pharmaceutical Analysis (2013–2016), and a B.S. in Food Science and Engineering (2009–2013), both from Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Throughout his career, Dr. Lin has developed strong research foundations through his professional journey as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the School of Life Sciences, Fujian Normal University, and Fujian Fuda Biotech Co., Ltd., as well as a Research Assistant at the Fujian Institute of Research on the Structure of Matter, Chinese Academy of Sciences. His key research interests include the extraction, development, and utilization of plant functional components, green feed additive innovation, and the application of Chinese herbal medicine in improving poultry health and productivity. Dr. Lin’s research achievements include serving as Principal Investigator for a project funded by the Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences and contributing to multiple provincial-level programs such as the Fujian Provincial Natural Science Foundation Youth Innovation and General Program projects, as well as the Fujian Spark Program. He has published more than 15 research papers as first or co-first author, including several SCI-indexed journals, and holds one National Invention Patent. His research skills encompass molecular and biochemical analysis, feed formulation, and herbal compound extraction, demonstrating a balance between laboratory precision and practical agricultural application. Recognized for his innovative approach and interdisciplinary expertise, Dr. Pingdong Lin continues to contribute to sustainable animal farming through scientific excellence and the integration of traditional medicinal knowledge with modern biotechnological advances.

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Featured Publications

  1. Lin, P., Yue, W., Xiang, H., Liu, J., & Chen, X. (2025, October 10). Investigating the effects of Gardenia polysaccharides on LPS-induced immune injury in mice and exploring the molecular mechanisms underlying its regulatory effect on the immune function of macrophages. Foods, 14(20), 3455.

  2. Lin, P., Chen, L., Huang, X., Xiao, F., Fu, L., Jing, D., Wang, J., Zhang, H., Sun, L., & Wu, Y. (2022, September 24). Structural characteristics of polysaccharide GP2a in Gardenia jasminoides and its immunomodulatory effect on macrophages. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 23(19), 11279.

  3. Zheng, W., Lin, P., Ma, Y., Shao, X., Chen, H., Chen, D., Liu, X., Li, X., & Ye, H. (2017, November). Psoralen promotes the expression of cyclin D1 in chondrocytes via the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway. International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 40(5), 1585–1592.

  4. Lin, P., Weng, X., Liu, F., Ma, Y., Chen, H., Shao, X., Zheng, W., Liu, X., Ye, H., & Li, X. (2015, December). Bushen Zhuangjin decoction inhibits TM-induced chondrocyte apoptosis mediated by endoplasmic reticulum stress. International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 36(6), 1513–1520.

  5. Weng, X., Lin, P., Liu, F., Chen, J., Li, H., Huang, L., Zhen, C., Xu, H., Liu, X., & Ye, H. (2014, October). Achyranthes bidentata polysaccharides activate the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway to promote chondrocyte proliferation. International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 34(4), 1045–1050.

Dr. Pingdong Lin’s work bridges traditional Chinese herbal medicine and modern biotechnology to develop sustainable, health-promoting feed additives for the livestock industry. His research advances green agriculture, enhances animal welfare, and supports global efforts toward eco-friendly and resilient food production systems.

Olaoluwa Ajayi | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Olaoluwa Ajayi | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

International Insitute for tropical Agriculture, Nigeria

Dr. Olaoluwa Oluwafunto Ajayi is an innovative and results-driven microbiologist specializing in Environmental Microbiology and Biotechnology, with over a decade of experience in soil microbiology, rhizosphere ecology, and microbial inoculant development. He earned his Ph.D. in Environmental Microbiology and Biotechnology from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, in 2021, after completing his M.Sc. (2015) and B.Sc. (2011) in Microbiology at the same institution. His professional experience spans roles as Senior Research Supervisor and Research Assistant at the Soil Microbiology Laboratory, IITA, Ibadan, where he supervised laboratory and field research projects, coordinated training sessions for junior researchers, and collaborated with international institutions on soil health and plant–microbe interaction studies. Earlier, he contributed to the Nodumax Project, focusing on legume inoculant development, and gained teaching experience as a science teacher at Total Child School, Kebbi State. Dr. Ajayi’s research interests include plant–microbe interactions, soil fertility improvement, microbial inoculant technologies, and sustainable agriculture, and he has applied advanced techniques such as DNA and protein extraction, PCR, bioinformatics analysis using R and Python, metabolomics, and proteomics. He has an extensive publication record with articles in Scopus-indexed and Springer journals, covering topics from rhizobia diversity and nitrogen fixation to microbial impacts on crop productivity. Dr. Ajayi is a member of professional societies such as FEMS, ASM, IS-MPMI, and the Israel Society for Microbiology, and he has received international grants including the FEMS Early Career Scientist Grant (Armenia, 2019) and Novo Nordisk Foundation Travel Grant (Denmark, 2022). His volunteer and mentorship initiatives demonstrate strong community engagement, including teaching and organizing scientific events. With his expertise, leadership, and global collaborations, Dr. Ajayi is well-positioned to advance innovative soil microbiome research, enhance sustainable agricultural practices, and mentor the next generation of environmental microbiologists, establishing a lasting impact on global food security and environmental sustainability.

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Featured Publications

Ajayi, O. O., Haro, H., Dianda, M., & Fagade, O. E. (2025). Native symbiotic rhizobia strains improve yield and nitrogen fixation in underutilized Bambara groundnut (Vigna subterranean L. Verdc.). Agrosystems, Geosciences & Environment. Advance online publication.

Ajayi, O. O., Dianda, M., & Fagade, O. E. (2024). Rhizobia inoculation’s impact on the biomass and moisture content of leguminous Bambara groundnut (Vigna subterranean L. Verdc.). Discover Sustainability.

Ajayi, O., Ogwugwa, V. H., & Dianda, M. (2024). Plant obliviousness to plant consciousness through knowledge gap bridging.

Ajayi, O., Adedeji, T., Ogwugwa, V., Dianda, M., & Fagade, O. E. (2024). Diagnostic and portable point-of-use technologies as plant monitoring tools for plant awareness.

Ajayi, O., Nwodo, D. C. C., Adedeji, T., Oguguwa, V. H., Dianda, M., & Fagade, O. E. (2024). Agricultural significance of antibiotic resistance pattern in selected nitrogen-fixing bacteria strains.

Dr. Olaoluwa Oluwafunto Ajayi’s work advances sustainable agriculture and soil health by harnessing beneficial plant–microbe interactions, promoting environmentally friendly microbial inoculants, and enhancing crop productivity. His research bridges scientific innovation and practical solutions, supporting global food security, environmental sustainability, and community development.