Director, Institute of Plant Protection, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China
Dr. Yanhui Lu is the Director of the Institute of Plant Protection at the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (IPP, CAAS). He holds a PhD from CAAS and has significantly contributed to the fields of cotton pest biology, pest management, and insect ecology. With over 200 academic papers to his name, including 160+ SCI-indexed publications, Dr. Lu is a leading figure in agricultural research. His groundbreaking work on Bt transgenic cotton was recognized as one of China’s Top 10 Scientific Advances in 2012. His contributions have earned him prestigious accolades such as the China Youth Science and Technology Award and the China Outstanding Young Scientist Award.
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Education 🎓
Dr. Yanhui Lu earned his PhD from the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences. His academic journey has been marked by a focus on agricultural sciences, particularly in the areas of pest biology and management. His education laid the foundation for his prolific research career, enabling him to make significant contributions to his field.
Experience 🧑🔬
Dr. Lu has an extensive professional background, serving as the Director of the Institute of Plant Protection at IPP, CAAS. He has completed five major research projects and is currently engaged in two ongoing projects. His work spans consultancy and industry projects in agricultural entomology and pest control. Additionally, Dr. Lu has published five books, secured 22 national invention patents, and is an editorial board member for the journals Plants and Agriculture Communications.
Research Interests 🔬
Dr. Lu’s research interests focus on cotton pest biology, insect ecology, and pest management. He is particularly noted for his work on the eco-validation of Bt transgenic cotton, which enhances the biological control of pests. His research aims to develop sustainable pest management strategies that benefit both agriculture and the environment.
Awards 🏆
Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Lu has received numerous awards, including the 13th China Youth Science and Technology Award and the inaugural China Outstanding Young Scientist Award. His work has also been recognized with a National Science and Technology Progress Second Prize, multiple provincial-level prizes, and the prestigious Ho Leung Ho Lee Foundation Young Innovator Award.
Publications Top Notes 📚
Volatiles from essential oils of three Lamiaceae plants repel the winged cotton aphid, disturb its feeding behavior and reduce its fecundity Pest Management Science, 2024-04-26 | Journal Article
Impact of Nutritional Supplements on the Fitness of the Parasitoid Binodoxys communis (Gahan) Insects, 2024-04-03 | Journal Article
Effects of Seven Plant Essential Oils on the Growth, Development and Feeding Behavior of the Wingless Aphis gossypii Glover Plants, 2024-03-22 | Journal Article
Effects of Various Nectar and Pollen Plants on the Survival, Reproduction, and Predation of Neoseiulus bicaudus Insects, 2024-03-13 | Journal Article