Nan Hu | Genome editing | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Nan Hu | Genome editing | Best Researcher Award

Tarim University | China

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Education & Experience 📚

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 university’s academic programs and scientific achievements.

Suitability Summary âś…

Dr. Hu’s 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 📜

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 community’s 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 🔬

Dr. Hu’s 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 🏆

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.

📚 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 protein–protein interaction of EPF/EPFL gene family in Gossypium

Authors: P. Li, Z. Zhao, W. Wang, Q. Lú, Y. Yuán
Journal: BMC Plant Biology
Year: 2024

Muhammad Shahriar Bashar | Material science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Muhammad Shahriar Bashar, Material science, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Bangladesh Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, Bangladesh

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Summary

Dr. Muhammad Shahriar Bashar is a distinguished Principal Scientific Officer at the Institute of Fuel Research and Development (IERD) within the Bangladesh Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (BCSIR). With over 18 years of expertise in Energy-Nanotechnology and Semiconductor Fabrication, he spearheads the establishment of Bangladesh’s first Thin-film Semiconductor Fabrication Research Laboratory. His pioneering work includes optimizing metal sulfide and oxide thin-film semiconductors, advancing solar cell technologies, and developing energy-efficient devices. Dr. Bashar’s contributions extend to policy formulation in renewable energy and supervising numerous research theses. His accolades include Bangladesh’s first CdTe-based solar cell and innovations in biomass energy, reflecting his commitment to sustainable development and technological advancement.

Education

  • Ph.D.: Department of Physics, Jahangirnagar University, 2022
  • M.Sc.: Applied Physics & Electronics, University of Dhaka, 1999 (First Class)
  • B.Sc. (Honors): Applied Physics & Electronics, University of Dhaka, 1998 (First Class)
  • Higher Secondary School Certificate: Government Science College, Dhaka Board, 1995 (First Division)
  • Secondary School Certificate: Motijheel Model High School, Dhaka Board, 1993 (First Division)

Professional Experience

  • Principal Scientific Officer: Bangladesh Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (BCSIR), since December 19, 2019
  • Senior Scientific Officer: BCSIR, August 04, 2011 – December 19, 2019
  • Scientific Officer: BCSIR, June 15, 2006 – August 03, 2011
  • Scientific Officer: Bangladesh Institute of Nuclear Agriculture (BINA), July 20, 2004 – June 14, 2006

Current Research Focus

Dr. Bashar is primarily engaged in pioneering research and development in the following areas:

  • Thin-film semiconductor fabrication
  • Renewable Energy Technologies
  • Solar cell fabrication
  • Energy auditing and sustainable energy management
  • Biogas digester design
  • Solar panel testing and optimization

Achievements and Contributions

Dr. Bashar has made significant contributions to the field of renewable energy and semiconductor technology, including:

  • Fabrication of 2nd and 3rd generation thin-film solar cells in Bangladesh
  • Development of highly efficient biomass-based cookstoves and biogas digesters
  • Establishment of the largest solar thermal plant and grid-connected photovoltaic power plants in Bangladesh
  • Design and development of various energy-saving devices and technologies

Skills

  • Thin-film semiconductor fabrication
  • Solar radiation measurement
  • Photovoltaics
  • Energy auditing and sustainable energy management
  • Analytical problem solving and simulation
  • Graphics design and troubleshooting

Awards and Recognitions

  • Research Award “Adamma Bangladesh” (2016) for the fabrication of CdTe based thin-film solar cells
  • Special Award from the Dean of the Faculty of Science, University of Dhaka (2001)

đź“– Publication Top Noted

Article: Low energy synthesis of crystalline mesoporous aluminosilicate consisting of Na-P1 zeolite derived from coal fly ash

    • Authors: Quddus, M.S., Saha, M., Hasanuzzaman, M., Sharmin, N., Bashar, M.S.
    • Journal: Cleaner Materials
    • Volume: 12
    • Pages: 100247
    • Year: 2024

Article: Combined experimental and first principles look into (Ce, Mo) doped BiVO4

    • Authors: Mahi, T.A., Hossain, Q.S., Nishat, S.S., Irfan, A., Ahmed, I.
    • Journal: Heliyon
    • Volume: 10
    • Issue: 8
    • Pages: e29408
    • Year: 2024

Article: Amplification of photocatalytic degradation of antibiotics (amoxicillin, ciprofloxacin) by sodium doping in nano-crystallite hydroxyapatite

    • Authors: Tarannum, S., Sahadat Hossain, M., Bashar, M.S., Bahadur, N.M., Ahmed, S.
    • Journal: RSC Advances
    • Volume: 14
    • Issue: 18
    • Pages: 12386–12396
    • Year: 2024

Article: Enhancing perovskite solar cell performance: Investigating the impact of post-annealing on the optoelectrical and structural properties of RF-sputtered NiO films via SCAPS-1D device modeling

    • Authors: Abdur, R., Choudhury, S., Bashar, M.S., Hossain, M., Shah Jamal, M.
    • Journal: Solar Energy
    • Volume: 271
    • Pages: 112443
    • Year: 2024