Assoc Prof. Dr. Chunlu Qian | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof. Dr. Chunlu Qian, Yangzhou University, China

Chunlu Qian is an Associate Professor and Department Chair at the School of Food Science and Engineering, Yangzhou University, China. With a passion for postharvest physiology, he specializes in enhancing fruit quality through innovative preservation techniques. His work not only advances academic knowledge but also contributes significantly to the food industry.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Qian completed his Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture Science from Henan Agriculture University in 2005. He then earned his Master’s in Vegetable Science from Zhejiang University in 2007, followed by a Ph.D. in Food Science, focusing on postharvest cucumber physiology, in 2013.

Experience 💼

Since April 2013, Dr. Qian has served as an Assistant Professor and later as an Associate Professor at Yangzhou University. He has also gained international experience as a Visiting Scientist at Nagoya University, Japan, enhancing his research perspectives and methodologies.

Research Interest 🔍

Dr. Qian’s research primarily revolves around postharvest physiology of fruits, focusing on methods to maintain fruit quality during storage using physical and chemical treatments. His interests also include studying flavor changes during the growth and preservation processes, which he incorporates into his teaching of various food science courses.

Awards 🏆

Dr. Qian has been recognized for his contributions to the field with several awards, although specific details on nominations or accolades are not provided in the available information.

Publication Top Notes 📚

Cai et al. (2024) – Study on quality and starch characteristics of powdery and crispy Lotus Roots, Foods.

Qian et al. (2024) – Effects of melatonin on postharvest water bamboo shoots, Food Chemistry: Molecular Sciences.

Zhang et al. (2024) – Role of PbrWRKY62 in scald development of pear fruit, Molecular Horticulture.

Ding et al. (2023) – Flavor characteristics of ten peanut varieties, Foods.

Qian et al. (2023) – Texture and flavor changes of lotus root, Foods.

Prof. Min Sik Lee | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Min Sik Lee, Pusan national university, South Korea

Dr. Lee Min Sik is a prominent researcher in the field of Mechanical Engineering at Pusan National University, specializing in hybrid composite materials and advanced manufacturing techniques. With a focus on both theoretical and experimental studies, he has significantly contributed to the understanding of sheet metal forming processes and material properties.

Education 🎓

Dr. Lee completed his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering at Pusan National University in September 2017, following his Master’s degree in the same field in February 2013. He also obtained his Bachelor’s degree from the same institution in February 2011, demonstrating a strong foundation in mechanical engineering from an early stage.

Experience 🛠️

Since completing his Ph.D., Dr. Lee has engaged in various research projects funded by national and international organizations. His work includes significant contributions to the National Research Laboratory and the Technological Innovation R&D Program, focusing on fuel cell technology and hybrid composite materials.