Dr. Nan Hu | Genome editing | Best Researcher Award
Tarim University | China
Publication Profile
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Education & Experience π
Dr. Nan Hu is a distinguished academic and technical leader at Tarim University, where he serves as a lecturer at the College of Horticulture and Forestry. He has been recognized by the Henan Provincial Department of Education for his academic leadership and technical contributions. Dr. Hu is also the deputy director of the Key Laboratory of Facility Agriculture in Southern Xinjiang and heads the Vegetable Science discipline at Tarim University. His extensive experience in both teaching and research has contributed greatly to the growth and development of the universityβs academic programs and scientific achievements.
Suitability Summary β
Dr. Huβs expertise positions him as a key leader in the fields of plant genetics and horticulture. His work in tomato lateral branch development and plant genome editing aligns perfectly with both current agricultural challenges and future innovation needs. As a research leader and educator, he has demonstrated exceptional skills in bridging scientific research with practical applications, making him highly suitable for advancing crop development and agricultural technologies.
Professional Development π
Dr. Nan Hu has continuously advanced in his professional career, overseeing research projects funded by major Chinese institutions, including the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation. His leadership has helped propel the scientific communityβs understanding of plant biology, especially in relation to horticulture. His role in talent development and support, such as managing projects within the Populus Euphratica Outstanding Youth Science and Technology Talent Support Program, further demonstrates his commitment to nurturing future generations of scientists.
Research Focus π¬
Dr. Huβs research primarily focuses on tomato lateral branch development, the regulation of apical dominance, and the application of genome editing technologies in plants. His innovative studies aim to enhance tomato crop yield and plant architecture, which has a direct impact on agricultural productivity. Furthermore, his work in improving germplasm resources through genetic modifications contributes to increasing the diversity and quality of crops. His groundbreaking research in plant genome editing also holds potential for revolutionizing agricultural practices.
Honors & Awards π
Dr. Nan Hu has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to the field of horticulture. His research includes a highly cited paper published in leading journals such as Trends in Biotechnology and New Phytologist. In addition to his academic recognition, he has been honored by the Henan Provincial Department of Education for his leadership in both education and research. Dr. Hu has also secured prestigious research funding, including grants from the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation, underscoring his standing as a leading figure in his field.
π Top Notes Publication
Article Title: SlMYC2-SlMYB12 module orchestrates a hierarchical transcriptional cascade that regulates fruit flavonoid metabolism in tomato
Authors: H. Deng, M. Wu, Y. Wu, D. Grierson, M. Liu
Journal: Plant Biotechnology Journal
Year: 2025
Article Title: A vacuolar invertase gene SlVI modulates sugar metabolism and postharvest fruit quality and stress resistance in tomato
Authors: Y. Wu, H. Chen, M. Wu, Y. Wang, M. Liu
Journal: Horticulture Research
Year: 2025
Article Title: pHNRhCas9NG, single expression cassette-based dual-component dual-transcription unit CRISPR/Cas9 system for plant genome editing
Authors: N. Hu, R. Peng, F. Yan
Journal: Trends in Biotechnology
Year: 2025
Article Title: Genome-wide analyses of member identification, expression pattern, and proteinβprotein interaction of EPF/EPFL gene family in Gossypium
Authors: P. Li, Z. Zhao, W. Wang, Q. LΓΊ, Y. YuΓ‘n
Journal: BMC Plant Biology
Year: 2024