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Zhang Qianqian is a Chinese researcher with a strong academic background in animal resources science. Her Ph.D. research focuses on gut microbes, host immunity, and the well-being of sow and weaning piglets. She holds a Master’s degree from Sichuan Agricultural University and has published 13 papers, 11 of which are SCI-indexed with a notable Impact Factor. Her research spans various aspects of animal nutrition, microbiota modulation, and the impact of dietary supplements on growth performance and reproductive outcomes.

Education:

• Ph.D., Dankook University, Department of Animal Resources Science, Lab. of Swine Nutrition & Feed Technology (2021.03-2023.12)
• Master’s, Sichuan Agricultural University, Institute of Animal Nutrition
• Undergraduate, Henan Agricultural University

Research Focus:

Ph.D. Period (Dankook University):

1. Gut microbes and host immunity: Research on the composition of intestinal microecology and key immune factors and metabolites.
2. Sow and weaning piglets.

Master’s Period (Sichuan Agricultural University):

• Intestinal microorganisms of pregnant sows fermented soluble and insoluble fiber in vitro to explore the composition of microbiota and SCFA in the fermentation broth.

Professional Journey:

• Current Position: Ph.D. candidate at Dankook University.
• Previous Position: Master’s candidate at Sichuan Agricultural University.

Publications & Contributions:

• Citations: 68 citations from 66 documents
• Documents: 11
• h-index: 4

The h-index is a measure of both the productivity and citation impact of a researcher’s publications. An h-index of 4 indicates that there are at least 4 papers that have been cited at least 4 times.

• Publication Top Noted:

You have 13 published papers, including 11 SCI. Some examples include:

1. Title: Effects of lysophospholipids and multi-enzymes on growth performance, antioxidant capacity, intestinal health, and cecal microflora of male cherry valley ducks
   • Authors: Zhang, Q., Li, J., Wang, J., Hua, L., Che, L.
   • Journal: Journal of Animal Science, 2023, 101(101)
   • Summary: The study explores the impact of lysophospholipids and multi-enzymes on various aspects of male cherry valley ducks, including growth performance, antioxidant capacity, intestinal health, and cecal microflora.

 

1. Title: Multi-Enzyme Supplementation to Diets Containing 2 Protein Levels Affects Intramuscular Fat Content in Muscle and Modulates Cecal Microflora Without Affecting the Growth Performance of Finishing Pigs
   • Authors: Zhang, Q., Cho, S., Song, J., Han, K., Kim, I.H.
   • Journal: Probiotics and Antimicrobial Proteins, 2023
   • Summary: Investigates the influence of multi-enzyme supplementation on intramuscular fat content and cecal microflora in finishing pigs fed with diets containing different protein levels.

 

1. Title: Pinecone oil supplemented to multiparous sows from 107 days prenatal to 21 days postpartum improves reproductive performance and milk composition and affects serum parameters
   • Authors: Zhang, Q., Cho, S., Kim, B., Kim, I.H.
   • Journal: Journal of Animal Physiology and Animal Nutrition, 2023
   • Summary: Examines the effects of pinecone oil supplementation on reproductive performance, milk composition, and serum parameters in multiparous sows.

 

1. Title: The replacement of bacitracin methylene disalicylate with Bacillus subtilis PB6 in the diet of male Cherry Valley Ducks reduces the feed conversion ratio by improving intestinal health and modulating gut microbiota
   • Authors: Zhang, Q., Li, J., Wang, G., Wu, D., Che, L.
   • Journal: Poultry Science, 2022, 101(11), 102155
   • Summary: Explores the impact of replacing bacitracin with Bacillus subtilis PB6 on the feed conversion ratio, intestinal health, and gut microbiota in male Cherry Valley Ducks.

 

1. Title: Rhodotorula benthica culture as an alternative to antibiotics improves growth performance by improving nutrients digestibility and intestinal morphology, and modulating gut microbiota of weaned piglets
   • Authors: Zhang, Q., Li, J., Yi, X., Wu, D., Che, L.
   • Journal: Frontiers in Microbiology, 2022, 13, 964531
   • Summary: Investigates the use of Rhodotorula benthica culture as an alternative to antibiotics, assessing its impact on growth performance, nutrient digestibility, intestinal morphology, and gut microbiota in weaned piglets.

 

1. Title: Effects of Multi-Strain Probiotics and Perilla frutescens Seed Extract Supplementation Alone or Combined on Growth Performance, Antioxidant Indices, and Intestinal Health of Weaned Piglets
   • Authors: Li, J., Zhang, Q., Zhuo, Y., Zhao, X., Wu, D.
   • Journal: Animals, 2022, 12(17), 2246
   • Summary: Explores the effects of multi-strain probiotics and Perilla frutescens seed extract supplementation, either alone or in combination, on the growth performance, antioxidant indices, and intestinal health of weaned piglets.

 

1. Title: Dietary Supplementation of Limosilactobacillus mucosae LM1 Enhances Immune Functions and Modulates Gut Microbiota Without Affecting the Growth Performance of Growing Pigs
   • Authors: Zhang, Q., Vasquez, R., Yoo, J.M., Kang, D.-K., Kim, I.H.
   • Journal: Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 2022, 9, 918114
   • Summary: Investigates the impact of dietary supplementation of Limosilactobacillus mucosae LM1 on immune functions and gut microbiota in growing pigs without affecting growth performance.

 

1. Title: Micelle silymarin supplementation to fattening diet augments daily gain, nutrient digestibility, decreases toxic gas emissions, and ameliorates meat quality of fattening pigs
   • Authors: Zhang, Q., Kim, I.H.
   • Journal: Czech Journal of Animal Science, 2022, 67(4), pp. 125–136
   • Summary: Examines the effects of micelle silymarin supplementation to the fattening diet on daily gain, nutrient digestibility, toxic gas emissions, and meat quality in fattening pigs.

 

1. Title: Micelle silymarin supplementation to sows’ diet from day 109 of gestation to entire lactation period enhances reproductive performance and affects serum hormones and metabolites
   • Authors: Zhang, Q., Ahn, J.M., Kim, I.H.
   • Journal: Journal of Animal Science, 2021, 99(12), skab354
   • Summary: Investigates the impact of micelle silymarin supplementation to sows’ diet on reproductive performance, serum hormones, and metabolites.

 

1. Title: Dietary fiber sources for gestation sows: Evaluations based on combined in vitro and in vivo methodology
   • Authors: Mou, D., Li, S., Yan, C., Che, L., Wu, D.
   • Journal: Animal Feed Science and Technology, 2020, 269, 114636
   • Summary: Evaluates dietary fiber sources for gestation sows using combined in vitro and in vivo methodology.

Research Timeline:

• 2021.03-2023.12: Ph.D. at Dankook University, focusing on gut microbes, host immunity, and sow/weaning piglets.
• Master’s Period: Intestinal microorganisms of pregnant sows and fermented fibers.