Assist. Prof. Dr. Sufen Cui | Biopesticide synthesis | Best Researcher Award
Teacher at Jiangsu University of Science and Technology , China.
π¬ Short BiographyΒ πΏππ
Dr. Sufen Cui π is a dedicated researcher and educator in the field of entomological biochemistry and bio-insecticide technology. Since earning her Ph.D. in 2018 from Shanghai Jiao Tong University ποΈ, she has been contributing her expertise at the School of Food Science and Technology, Jiangsu University of Science and Technology π. Her work centers on insect hypoxia stress mechanisms and the development of novel bio-insecticides ππ§ͺ. Dr. Cui has successfully led and contributed to several national-level research projects, including the NSFC Youth Program and the 14th Five-Year Planβs R&D initiatives. Her publications demonstrate a strong focus on molecular responses and nanotechnology-enhanced pest control π¬πΏ. Her passion for innovation in sustainable pest management continues to influence her scholarly contributions and practical applications in agriculture and food security sectors. πΎπ
PROFILEΒ
π Summary of Suitability:
Dr. Sufen Cui demonstrates a robust and consistent track record in high-impact, interdisciplinary research spanning entomology, nanotechnology, and bio-insecticide development πβοΈ. Since obtaining her Ph.D. from the prestigious Shanghai Jiao Tong University in 2018 π, she has been actively contributing to both academia and applied sciences at Jiangsu University of Science and Technology π©βπ¬. Her focus on ecological pest control and hypoxia stress in insects addresses global challenges in food security and sustainable agriculture πΎπ. Dr. Cui leads and contributes to national-level research projects, including the NSFC Youth Program and Chinaβs National 14th Five-Year Plan R&D Program, showing her strategic role in shaping China’s scientific priorities π§ͺπ.
π Education & Experience
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π Ph.D. in 2018 from Shanghai Jiao Tong University
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π©βπ« Teacher at Jiangsu University of Science and Technology since 2018
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π¬ Extensive research on insect hypoxia stress and bio-insecticide development
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π§ͺ Lead and participant in multiple national research programs, including NSFC and National Key R&D
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π Published multiple peer-reviewed journal articles with growing citation indices
Professional Development ππ
Dr. Sufen Cui is continuously expanding her professional scope through impactful research and academic engagement ππ. She actively leads and collaborates on high-impact projects such as the NSFC Youth Program and the National Key R&D Program under Chinaβs 14th Five-Year Plan ππ¬. Her scientific outputs include peer-reviewed publications in respected journals like Insects and Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology π§«ποΈ. She embraces emerging technologies such as ultrasound-assisted biosynthesis and nanomaterials to develop eco-friendly pest control solutions βοΈπ±. Though not yet involved in professional memberships or editorial boards, her contributions through cutting-edge entomological and biochemical innovations are establishing her as a future leader in agricultural science πΎπ©βπ¬. Her ongoing work and citation growth reflect a strong commitment to scientific excellence, sustainability, and knowledge dissemination ππ.
Research Focus ππ€
Dr. Sufen Cuiβs research revolves around insect physiology, molecular entomology, and bio-insecticide innovation ππ§¬. A major area of her focus is understanding the mechanisms of hypoxia stress in pests like Callosobruchus chinensis, especially how metabolic pathways are regulated under low-oxygen conditions π«οΈπ. She investigates how hypoxia affects gene expression and physiological development to identify vulnerabilities in pestsβ life cycles π§ π¦ . Another crucial part of her research is the biosynthesis and application of nanoparticles (like ZnO and AgβO) using microbial processes to enhance pesticidal and antimicrobial effectiveness πΏβοΈ. Dr. Cui also explores encapsulation technologies, such as embedding capsaicin in chitosan microcapsules, to improve delivery and efficacy of biopesticides π―π¦. Her interdisciplinary approach spans entomology, nanotechnology, and food storage protection, aligning her work with sustainable agriculture and food security goals π±πΎ.
Awards and Honors πποΈ
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π₯ Principal Investigator, NSFC Youth Program (2023β2025)
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π Principal Investigator, βHundred Experts Serving Grain Enterprisesβ Program (2019β2020)
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π§ Participant, National Key R&D Program β 14th Five-Year Plan (2023β2026)
Publications & Citations π
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π “Low-Frequency Ultrasound Assisted in Improvement in Cell Development and Production of Parasporal Crystals from Bacillus thuringiensis HD1″ β Insects, ποΈ 2025, π’ Cited by: 0
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π§ͺ “Biosynthesis of Bt-AgβO Nanoparticles Using Bacillus thuringiensis and Their Pesticidal and Antimicrobial Activities” β Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology, ποΈ 2024, π’ Cited by: 6
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π§΄ “Microencapsulation of Capsaicin in Chitosan Microcapsules: Characterization, Release Behavior, and Pesticidal Properties” β Insects, ποΈ 2023, π’ Cited by: 16
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𧬠“Low-Frequency Ultrasound-Assisted Biosynthesis and Characterization of ZnO Nanoparticles Using Bacillus thuringiensis“ β Materials Letters, ποΈ 2023, π’ Cited by: 4
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π “Comparative Transcriptome Analyses of Adzuki Bean Weevil Response to Hypoxia and Hypoxia/Hypercapnia” β Bulletin of Entomological Research, ποΈ 2019, π’ Cited by: 10
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π§« “Effects of Hypoxia/Hypercapnia on the Metabolism of Callosobruchus chinensis Larvae” β Journal of Stored Products Research, ποΈ 2019, π’ Cited by: 7
π Conclusion:
Dr. Sufen Cui exemplifies the ideal profile of a Best Researcher Award recipient. Her scientific rigor, leadership in national projects, commitment to sustainable innovation, and growing citation footprint reflect her significant and ongoing impact in chemical and agricultural sciences π±π¬. Her research directly contributes to real-world solutions in insect pest control, food preservation, and ecological safety, making her not only a prolific researcher but also a scientific changemaker. ποΈ