Seunghan Lee | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Seunghan Lee | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Research Excellence Award

Assistant Professor | Kunsan National University | South Korea

Prof. Seunghan Lee is an Assistant Professor at Kunsan National University specializing in fish nutrition, aquaculture feed development, and sustainable marine bio-materials, recognized for his contributions to advancing nutritional strategies and health management in aquaculture species. He holds a BS in Aquaculture and an MS and PhD in Fisheries Biology with a specialization in Fish Nutrition from Pukyong National University. His professional career spans research positions in national research institutes, university-affiliated nutrition centers, and an international aquaculture research institute, where he contributed to multidisciplinary projects involving functional feed additives, alternative protein sources, nutrient metabolism, gut health, and immunity in commercially important fish and shrimp species. Prof. Lee’s research focuses on developing environmentally responsible and economically viable aquafeeds, improving fish performance through bioactive compounds, probiotics, and optimized feeding strategies, and evaluating physiological responses using integrated approaches that include growth, immunology, histology, and biochemical assessment. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in prominent SCI(E) journals as both corresponding author and co-author, demonstrating substantial contributions to the fields of aquatic animal nutrition, feed formulation, and sustainable aquaculture systems. His work includes studies on mineral supplements, probiotics, enzyme modulation, functional ingredients, alternative protein utilization, and nutrient-driven health regulation across multiple aquaculture species. In addition to receiving recognition for research excellence, he is actively engaged in scholarly service through participation in collaborative research initiatives, contribution to academic societies in fisheries and aquaculture science, and involvement in professional communities that support innovation in marine resource utilization. Prof. Lee is regarded as an emerging leader whose scientific achievements and dedication to advancing sustainable aquaculture practices continue to support innovation, industry relevance, and global food security.

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Featured Publications

1. Lee, S., Katya, K., Park, Y., Won, S., Seong, M., & Bai, S. C. (2017). Comparative evaluation of dietary probiotics Bacillus subtilis WB60 and Lactobacillus plantarum KCTC3928 on the growth performance, immunological parameters, gut morphology and … Fish & Shellfish Immunology, 61, 201–210.

2. Won, S., Hamidoghli, A., Choi, W., Bae, J., Jang, W. J., Lee, S., & Bai, S. C. (2020). Evaluation of potential probiotics Bacillus subtilis WB60, Pediococcus pentosaceus, and Lactococcus lactis on growth performance, immune response, gut histology and … Microorganisms, 8(2), 281.

3. Lee, S., Nambi, R. W., Won, S., Katya, K., & Bai, S. C. (2016). Dietary selenium requirement and toxicity levels in juvenile Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus). Aquaculture, 464, 153–158.

4. Lee, S., Katya, K., Hamidoghli, A., Hong, J., Kim, D. J., & Bai, S. C. (2018). Synergistic effects of dietary supplementation of Bacillus subtilis WB60 and mannanoligosaccharide (MOS) on growth performance, immunity and disease resistance in Japanese eel … Fish & Shellfish Immunology, 83, 283–291.

5. Park, Y., Lee, S., Hong, J., Kim, D., Moniruzzaman, M., & Bai, S. C. (2017). Use of probiotics to enhance growth, stimulate immunity and confer disease resistance to Aeromonas salmonicida in rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss). Aquaculture Research, 48(6), 2672–2682.

Prof. Seunghan Lee’s research advances sustainable aquaculture by developing innovative nutritional strategies, functional feed additives, and environmentally responsible protein alternatives that enhance growth, health, and disease resistance in aquatic species. His contributions support global food security, strengthen aquaculture industries, and promote evidence-based practices that improve ecological efficiency and long-term resource sustainability.

Deyin Zhang | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Deyin Zhang | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Deyin Zhang | Lanzhou University | China

Dr. Deyin Zhang has established himself as an emerging researcher in animal genetics, epigenetics, and multi-omics with a particular emphasis on improving livestock production traits. His work integrates advanced genomic and transcriptomic methods to explore genetic regulation, feed efficiency, and adaptation in sheep, thereby contributing to both fundamental understanding and practical applications in sustainable animal agriculture. He has collaborated on projects funded at provincial and national levels, demonstrating recognition of his innovative approaches and ability to address critical challenges in animal science. In addition to his research output, Dr. Zhang actively contributes to the scientific community as a reviewer for reputed journals and as a topic coordinator, showcasing leadership and academic service. His growing international collaborations and consistent scholarly contributions reflect his potential to advance precision breeding and livestock sustainability research on a global scale. Scopus metrics: 72 documents, 748 citations, and h-index 16.

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Featured Publications

1. D. Zhang, et al., “TNNT1 gene expression and its polymorphism association with growth traits and feed intake in sheep,” Small Ruminant Research, 2025.

2. D. Zhang, et al., “Association analysis of single nucleotide polymorphisms of LMOD3 gene and feed efficiency in sheep,” Small Ruminant Research, 2025.

3. D. Zhang, et al., “Genome-wide association study identifies novel loci associated with feed efficiency traits in Hu lambs,” Journal of Integrative Agriculture, 2025.

4. D. Zhang, et al., “Spatial heterogeneity determines the gastrointestinal microbiome signatures and ecological processes that govern bacterial community assembly in sheep,” Microbiology Spectrum, 2025.

5. D. Zhang, et al., “Analysis of ANO5 gene polymorphism and its association with fat deposition traits in Hu sheep,” Acta Agriculturae Boreali Sinica, 2025.