Yanan Cao | Plant Systematics and Evolution | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yanan Cao | Plant Systematics and Evolution | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Henan Agricultural University, India

Dr. Yanan Cao is a distinguished researcher in the College of Plant Protection at Henan Agricultural University. Specializing in Plant Systematics and Evolution, her work focuses on the identification and germplasm evaluation of medicinal plants, and the phylogeography of plant species endemic to East Asia or China. Dr. Cao holds a Ph.D. in Botany from Zhejiang University and has been a visiting scholar at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She has led significant research projects, including a National Natural Science Foundation of China project on Dipelta. Her notable publications include studies on Dipelta, Euptelea, and Neolitsea sericea, showcasing her expertise in phylogenetics and evolutionary biology.

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🌿 Research Interests

Plant Systematics and EvolutionIdentification and Germplasm Evaluation of Medicinal PlantsPhylogeographics of Plant Species Endemic to East Asia or China

🎓 Education and Work Experience

PhD in Botany from Zhejiang University (2012.09-2017.06)Visiting Scholar at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2016.10-2017.03)Bachelor’s in Pratacultural Science from Sichuan Agricultural University (2008.09-2012.06)

📚 Research Project

National Natural Science Foundation of China: Phylogeny and speciation of Dipelta, a Tertiary-relic genus endemic to China (2019.01-2021.12)

Publication📜

Cao Yanan; Wang Menghao; Ran Hang; Tian Bin; Liu Luxian; Wu Qingnan; Liu Yanyan; Wang Hongwei; Zhu Shanshan*** – Phylogenetic and molecular dating analyses of Chinese endemic genus Dipelta (Caprifoliaceae) based on nuclear RAD‐Seq and chloroplast genome data, Journal of Systematics and Evolution, 2024,

Cao Yanan; Zhu Shanshan; Chen Jun; Comes Hans Peter; Wang Ian; Chen Luyao; Sakaguchi Shota; Qiu Yingxiong* – Genomic insights into historical population dynamics, local adaptation, and climate change vulnerability of the East Asian Tertiary relict Euptelea (Eupteleaceae), Evolutionary Applications, 2020, 13(8): 2038-2055.

Cao Yanan; Wang Ian; Chen Luyao; Ding Yanqian; Liu Luxian; Qiu Yingxiong* – Inferring spatial patterns and drivers of population divergence of Neolitsea sericea (Lauraceae), based on molecular phylogeography and landscape genomics, Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution, 2018, 126: 162-172.

Cao Yanan; Comes Hans Peter; Sakaguchi Shota; Chen Luyao; Qiu Yingxiong* – Evolution of East Asia’s Arcto-Tertiary relict Euptelea (Eupteleaceae) shaped by late Neogene vicariance and Quaternary climate change, BMC Evolutionary Biology, 2016, 16.

Ran Hang; Liu Yanyan; Wu Cui; Cao Yanan* – Phylogenetic and comparative analyses of complete chloroplast genomes of Chinese Viburnum and Sambucus (Adoxaceae), Plants, 2020, 9(9): 1143-1143.

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🎉Prof . Donald Mlambo, Congratulations on Your Best Researcher Award! 🏆

  • Prof . Donald Mlambo, National University of Science and Technology, Zimbabwe: Plant Ecology

Dr. Donald Mlambo, to extend my heartfelt congratulations on receiving the prestigious Best Researcher Award! 🏆 by ScienceFather Your dedication, passion, and exceptional contributions to the field of Forestry and Environmental Sciences have not only enriched our academic community but have also significantly advanced our understanding of critical issues in natural resource management.

Your extensive research portfolio, comprising two impactful books, seven enlightening book chapters, and an impressive collection of 25 peer-reviewed journal articles, reflects the depth and breadth of your commitment to advancing knowledge in the field. Your editorial role as a Guest Editor for Frontiers in Forests and Global Change and your consistent contribution as a reviewer for renowned ecology journals underscore your expertise and influence in the academic landscape.

As an Associate Professor at the National University of Science & Technology, your 22 years of unwavering dedication to university teaching, coupled with your substantial professional journey in forest management, have left an indelible mark on both your students and colleagues.

This Best Researcher Award is a testament to your outstanding accomplishments, and it is well-deserved recognition for the impactful contributions you have made to the scientific community. May this achievement inspire you to continue your journey of exploration, innovation, and excellence in research. Once again, congratulations on this well-earned honor! 🌟

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Bio Summary:

Donald Mlambo is an Associate Professor specializing in Forestry at the National University of Science & Technology in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. With over 22 years of experience in university teaching, he has also contributed significantly to forest management and conservation. His extensive research portfolio includes publications ranging from books and book chapters to numerous peer-reviewed journal articles. Dr. Mlambo has served as a Guest Editor for Frontiers in Forests and Global Change and as a regular reviewer for various prestigious ecology journals. His research focuses on the effects of disturbance on natural forest regeneration, agroforestry, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable forest management.

Education:
  • PhD in Forest Resources: National University of Science and Technology, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, 2004-2009
  • MSc in Forestry: Belarusian State Technological University, Minsk, Belarus, 1991-1996
  • MSc in Environmental Policy & Planning: University of Zimbabwe, Harare, Zimbabwe, 1998-1999
Research Focus:
  • University Teaching: 22 years of experience in Zimbabwe
  • Forest Management: 8 years as a Forest Conservation Manager, 5 years as a Senior Forest Projects Officer
  • Publications: 2 books, 7 book chapters, and 25 peer-reviewed journal articles
  • Journal Editor & Reviewer: Guest Editor for Frontiers in Forests and Global Change, frequent reviewer for various ecology journals
Professional Journey:
  • Current Position: Associate Professor (Full-time Lecturer) at the National University of Science & Technology since 2003
  • Previous Positions: Forest Conservation Manager, Senior Forest Projects Officer
Publications & Contributions:

Books:

  1. Effect of disturbance on natural forest regeneration in a changing tropical environment. (2023)
  2. Nonnative plant invasion pathways and drivers of invasion success in native vegetation ecosystems. (2019)

Book Chapters:

  1. Agroforestry and Biodiversity Conservation. (2024)
  2. Agroforestry for degraded land use systems. (2024)
  3. Carbon sink, mitigation, and sequestration under climate change. (2024)
  4. Policy regarding sustainable forest management and resources. (2024)
  5. Ecological intensification: A step towards biodiversity conservation and management of terrestrial landscape. (2021)
  6. Influence of microhabitat on survival of Colophospermum mopane seeds and seedlings in a semi-arid African savanna. (2007)
  7. Fuelwood availability and consumption in a semi-arid savanna, Zimbabwe. (2003)
Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles:
  • 25 articles covering various topics in forest ecology, management, and conservation
Top Publications:
  1. Title: Effects of road and woodland type on the invasibility of woodlands invaded by Lantana camara in southern Africa
    • Journal: Acta Oecologica, 2023, 119, 103912
  2. Title: Editorial: Effect of forest disturbances on natural forest regeneration in a changing tropical environment
    • Journal: Frontiers in Forests and Global Change, 2023, 6, 1289315
  3. Title: Effects of conspecifics and rocks on seedling recruitment of Brachystegia spiciformis Benth.in a dry miombo woodland in southern Africa
    • Journal: Acta Oecologica, 2021, 113, 103777
  4. Title: The coupling effects of pyrodiversity and land use on termite assemblages in semi-arid savanna
    • Journal: Global Ecology and Conservation, 2021, 28, e01643
  5. Title: The effects of land use and microsite availability on early seedling recruitment of Acacia tortilis (synonym: Vachelia tortilis) in a southern African savanna
    • Journal: Tropical Ecology, 2021, 62(1), pp. 82–94
  6. Title: Ecological Intensification: A Step Towards Biodiversity Conservation and Management of Terrestrial Landscape
    • Book Chapter: Ecological Intensification of Natural Resources for Sustainable Agriculture, 2021, pp. 77–102
  7. Title: Environmental awareness and biodiversity conservation among resettled communal farmers in Gwayi Valley Conservation Area, Zimbabwe
    • Journal: International Journal of Sustainable Development and World Ecology, 2019, 26(3), pp. 242–250
  8. Title: Influence of two co-occurring invasive plant species on resident woody species and surface soil properties in Chipinge Safari Area, Zimbabwe
    • Journal: Tropical Ecology, 2019, 60(1), pp. 129–139
  9. Title: Decomposition and nutrient release patterns of mistletoe litters in a semi-arid savanna, southwest Zimbabwe
    • Journal: Austral Ecology, 2015, 40(2), pp. 178–185
  10. Title: The influence of mistletoes on the litter-layer arthropod abundance and diversity in a semi-arid savanna, Southwest Zimbabwe
  • Journal: Plant and Soil, 2014, 383(1-2), pp. 291–299
Research Timeline:
  • 2003 – Present: Associate Professor at the National University of Science & Technology
  • 1998 – 2003: Senior Forest Projects Officer, Government of Zimbabwe
  • 1990 – 1998: Forest Conservation Manager, Border Timbers Limited, Mutare, Zimbabwe