Dr. WENQIONG CHAI | Animal Genetics | Best Researcher Award

Liaocheng University,China

Professional Profiles:

👨‍🎓 Bio Summary:

Dr. Wenqiong Chai is a distinguished researcher in molecular genetics, currently a lecturer at Liaocheng University in China. With expertise in molecular breeding and improving meat quality in livestock, particularly donkeys, Dr. Chai has made significant strides in agricultural genetics. She leads several high-impact research projects funded by national institutions and has published extensively in leading scientific journals. Her dedication to enhancing both academic knowledge and practical outcomes in animal genetics has earned her numerous accolades.

🎓 Educational Background:

Dr. Chai holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics from Lincoln University, New Zealand (2019), where she also completed an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program. Prior to that, she earned her Master’s degree in Animal Genetics, Breeding, and Reproduction (2012) and a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science (2009), both from Gansu Agricultural University, China. Her academic background laid the foundation for her cutting-edge research in genetic markers and livestock traits.

🔍 Research Focus:

Dr. Chai’s primary research interests lie in molecular breeding, with a focus on genetic marker-assisted breeding and the molecular mechanisms behind muscle formation in livestock. She is particularly known for her work on improving meat quality in donkeys. Her ongoing projects explore the roles of gene expression and protein markers in livestock muscle traits, using advanced techniques such as transcriptomics and proteomics. Dr. Chai’s research aims to bridge the gap between genetic insights and practical applications in animal husbandry.

🏆 Honors & Awards:

Selected as a “Guangyue Rising Star” in the Guangyue Talent Project at Liaocheng University (2022-2024)

Recipient of the Gene-Marker Laboratory Scholarship (2013-2016) during her Ph.D. studies at Lincoln University, recognizing her outstanding contributions to molecular genetics research.

💼 Professional Experience:

Since 2019, Dr. Chai has served as a lecturer at Liaocheng University, where she teaches both undergraduate and postgraduate courses related to animal genetics and biochemistry. Prior to this, she worked as a Technical Director at Beijing Greens Science and Technology Ltd., applying her expertise in molecular biology in the industry. She also gained valuable hands-on experience as a part-time technician at the Gene-Marker Laboratory during her doctoral studies.

📚 Top Noted Publications :

Title: Variation in the Exon 3–4 Region of Ovine KRT85 and Its Effect on Wool Traits
Authors: Chai, W., Zhou, H., Gong, H., Wang, C., Hickford, J.G.H.
Journal: Animals, 14(15), 2272
Year: 2024
Citations: 0

Title: Characterization of Lipids and Volatile Compounds in Boiled Donkey Meat by Lipidomics and Volatilomics
Authors: Li, M., Sun, L., Du, X., Liu, G., Wang, C.
Journal: Journal of Food Science, 89(6), pp. 3445–3454
Year: 2024
Citations: 1

Title: Liquid Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry-Based Metabolomics Reveals Dynamic Metabolite Changes during Early Postmortem Aging of Donkey Meat
Authors: Chai, W., Wang, L., Li, T., Ma, Q., Qu, H.
Journal: Foods, 13(10), 1466
Year: 2024
Citations: 0

Title: Advancements in Genetic Biomarkers and Exogenous Antioxidant Supplementation for Safeguarding Mammalian Cells against Heat-Induced Oxidative Stress and Apoptosis
Authors: Khan, M.Z., Khan, A., Chen, W., Chai, W., Wang, C.
Journal: Antioxidants, 13(3), 258
Year: 2024
Citations: 3

Title: Advancements in Genetic Marker Exploration for Livestock Vertebral Traits with a Focus on China
Authors: Khan, M.Z., Chen, W., Huang, B., Chai, W., Wang, C.
Journal: Animals, 14(4), 594
Year: 2024
Citations: 2

.Conclusion:

Dr. Wenqiong Chai is a highly suitable candidate for a Best Researcher Award due to her innovative research in molecular breeding, genetic markers, and livestock muscle traits. Her strong publication record, leadership in significant research projects, and impact on the emerging field of donkey breeding and meat quality demonstrate a high level of achievement.