Investigator, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China
Dr. Zhong Zhi 👨‍🔬 is an accomplished Investigator and Doctoral Supervisor specializing in lactic acid bacteria genomics and bioinformatics. He has published 30 papers in reputable academic journals, including Microbiome, Journal of Dairy Science, LWT – Food Science and Technology, and Food Microbiology. Among these, 15 are SCI-indexed papers, with a remarkable impact factor of 15.5 for his highest-cited work. Dr. Zhong has successfully led multiple national and provincial research projects, contributing significantly to the development and utilization of lactic acid bacteria resources. He was awarded the “Shennong Chinese Agricultural Science and Technology Award – Excellent Innovation Team Award” in 2017 and recognized for his excellent doctoral dissertation in 2019. đź“š
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Education
Dr. Zhong Zhi holds a Ph.D. in a relevant field, showcasing a robust academic background that supports his extensive research endeavors in the realm of microbiology and food science. His educational journey has been pivotal in shaping his expertise in lactic acid bacteria and their applications.
Experience
With significant experience in research and academia, Dr. Zhong has presided over several national scientific research projects, including those funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China. His role as a doctoral supervisor has allowed him to mentor and guide numerous students, fostering the next generation of scientists in microbiology and bioinformatics. His industrial and academic collaborations have enhanced the practical applications of his research.
Research Interests
Dr. Zhong’s primary research interests lie in lactic acid bacteria genomics and bioinformatics. He focuses on exploring the genetic characteristics and potential applications of these microorganisms in food science and technology. His work aims to harness the benefits of lactic acid bacteria in health and nutrition, addressing contemporary challenges in food safety and quality.
Awards
Dr. Zhong Zhi has received numerous accolades for his contributions to agricultural science and research innovation, including: 2017: Shennong Chinese Agricultural Science and Technology Award – Excellent Innovation Team Award (14th finisher) 🏆 2019: Excellent Doctoral Dissertation Award, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region 🎓
Publications
Zhi Zhong†, Hai Tang†, Tingting Shen, Xinwei Ma, Feiyan Zhao, Lai Yu Kwok, Zhihong Sun, Menghe Bilige, Heping Zhang*. Bifdobacterium animalis subsp. lactis Probio-M8 undergoes host adaptive evolution by glcU mutation and translocates to the infant’s gut via oral-/entero-mammary routes through lactation. Microbiome, 2022. (IF: 16.837)
Hai Tang#, Zhi Zhong#, Jingqing Hou, Lijun You, Zhixin Zhao, Lai-Yu Kwok, Menghe Bilige*. Metagenomic analysis revealed the potential of lactic acid bacteria in improving natural saline-alkali land. International Microbiology, 2024.
Jingda Lu, Yue Jiao, Mengyuan Zhu, Yaru Sun, Lai-Yu Kwok, Zhi Zhong*. Fermented soy milk enhances survival and acid tolerance of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum LP-6 in an in vitro human stomach digestion system. LWT – Food Science and Technology, 2024.
Zhi Zhong, Tingting Shen, Jingda Lu, Xinwei Ma, Mengyuan Zhu, Lai-Yu Kwok, Wenjun Liu*. A genome-wide association study of antibiotic resistance in dairy products-associated Enterococcus faecium isolates. LWT – Food Science and Technology, 2023.
Jingda Lu, Tingting Shen, Yixin Zhang, Xinwei Ma, Sheng Xu, Sameh Awad, Muying Du, Zhi Zhong*. Safety assessment of Enterococcus lactis based on comparative genomics and phenotypic analysis. Frontiers in Microbiology, 2023.