Associate Professor, Shandong Agricultural University, China
Associate Professor Hong Pan is a soil scientist at Shandong Agricultural University , specializing in microbial processes, nitrogen cycling, and sustainable soil management . With over 6 years of research experience, he explores how microbial communities influence ammonia oxidation and greenhouse gas emissions . He has published extensively in leading journals, contributing to the understanding of soil health and environmental sustainability . His work bridges fundamental soil science and practical agricultural applications, helping to mitigate climate impacts and improve soil productivity . As a rising expert, he actively engages in cutting-edge research projects and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams globally .
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🎓 Education
Hong Pan earned his B.Ag.Sc. in Soil Science from Shandong Agricultural University in 2013 and completed his Ph.D. in Soil Science at Zhejiang University in 2018 . His academic training focused on soil microbial ecology, nitrogen cycling, and environmental biogeochemistry . During his doctoral studies, he conducted impactful research on nitrification and denitrification pathways, laying the groundwork for his postdoctoral research . His education combined laboratory experimentation, field trials, and analytical techniques to investigate soil processes influencing agroecosystem sustainability . This solid academic foundation has shaped his expertise in microbial soil interactions and greenhouse gas dynamics in diverse environmental settings .
💼 Experience
Since 2020, Hong Pan has served as Associate Professor of Soil Science at Shandong Agricultural University . From 2018 to 2024, he held a postdoctoral fellowship at the same institution, conducting advanced studies on nitrogen transformations and microbial community structures in agricultural soils . His professional journey reflects strong expertise in experimental soil science, particularly in saline, alkaline, and biochar-amended systems . He has co-authored over 79 peer-reviewed journal articles and holds 13 patents, reflecting a high-impact research portfolio . Hong Pan is also deeply involved in mentoring students, guiding thesis projects, and coordinating research collaborations at national and international levels .
🏅 Awards & Honors
In 2018, Hong Pan was recognized as an Outstanding Graduate of Zhejiang Province , acknowledging his academic excellence and research contributions during his Ph.D. program . He has since earned recognition for his prolific research output, with 79 peer-reviewed publications and numerous citations . His contributions to sustainable soil science have been commended at conferences and in collaborative studies involving interdisciplinary teams . Holding 13 patents, his innovations in soil nutrient management and emission mitigation highlight his impactful role in advancing agricultural environmental science . These accolades reflect his dedication, scholarly merit, and leadership in soil research .
🔬 Research Focus
Hong Pan’s research focuses on soil microbial ecology, especially the roles of different microbial communities in ammonia oxidation and nitrous oxide (N₂O) emissions . His studies investigate how environmental factors like salinity, temperature, pH, and fertilization influence nitrogen transformations in diverse soil types . Through experimental trials, molecular analysis, and microbial community profiling, he aims to reveal mechanisms driving N cycling and greenhouse gas fluxes . He also explores biochar amendments, inhibitor treatments, and plant-soil-microbe interactions to optimize soil fertility while reducing emissions . His work contributes to sustainable agriculture, climate change mitigation, and enhanced nutrient use efficiency .
Conclusion
Associate Professor Hong Pan is a highly capable and deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award, particularly within the environmental and agricultural sciences. His targeted research on soil microbiomes and greenhouse gas mitigation is globally relevant and locally impactful. With outstanding publication metrics, a robust patent portfolio, and meaningful engagement with agricultural end-users, he exemplifies the bridge between science and sustainability. Minor enhancements in global outreach and leadership roles would elevate his already impressive profile. Highly recommended for recognition.
Publication
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Title: Mechanism of Cd Passivation by Biochar in Contaminated Soil Is Influenced by Nitrogen Fertiliser Application
Authors: Tiangang Chen, Mingjie Sun, Shuo Gao, Xirui Kang, Jinpeng Yu, Hanying Kong, Hui Wang, Hong Pan, Quangang Yang, Zhongchen Yang
Year: 2025
Link: https://doi.org/10.1111/sum.70086
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Title: Treatment of Cadmium-Contaminated Water Systems Using Modified Phosphate Rock Powder: Contaminant Uptake, Adsorption Ability, and Mechanisms
Authors: Shuo Gao, Xirui Kang, Yaping Li, Jinpeng Yu, Hui Wang, Hong Pan, Quangang Yang, Zhongchen Yang, Yajie Sun, Yuping Zhuge
Year: 2024
Link: https://doi.org/10.3390/w16060862
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Title: The Microbiome and Antibiotic Resistome in Soil under Biodegradable Composite Carbon Source Amendment
Authors: Zhongchen Yang, Yanhong Lou, Xianghui Yan, Hong Pan, Hui Wang, Quangang Yang, Yajie Sun, Yuping Zhuge
Year: 2023
Link: https://doi.org/10.3390/jox13030027
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Title: Reinforced Bioremediation of Excessive Nitrate in Atrazine-Contaminated Soil by Biodegradable Composite Carbon Source
Authors: Zhongchen Yang, Yanhong Lou, Hong Pan, Hui Wang, Quangang Yang, Yajie Sun, Yuping Zhuge
Year: 2023
Link: https://doi.org/10.3390/polym15132765
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Title: Improved Denitrification Performance of Polybutylene Succinate/Corncob Composite Carbon Source by Proper Pretreatment: Performance, Functional Genes and Microbial Community Structure
Authors: Zhongchen Yang, Yanhong Lou, Hong Pan, Hui Wang, Quangang Yang, Yuping Zhuge, Jingying Hu
Year: 2023
Link: https://doi.org/10.3390/polym15040801
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Title: N2O Emissions from Soils under Short-Term Straw Return in a Wheat-Corn Rotation System Are Associated with Changes in the Abundance of Functional Microbes
Authors: Jitong Lin, Zhiyu Xu, Yinghao Xue, Renhua Sun, Rongguang Yang, Xiaoxu Cao, Hui Li, Qi Shao, Yanhong Lou, Hui Wang, Hong Pan, Yuping Zhuge
Year: 2023
Link: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.agee.2022.108217
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Title: Cd Removal from Aqueous Solutions Using a New Modified Zeolite Adsorbent
Authors: He Zhang, Shuo Gao, Xiaoxu Cao, Jitong Lin, Jingyi Feng, Hui Wang, Hong Pan, Quangang Yang, Yanhong Lou, Yuping Zhuge
Year: 2023
Link: https://doi.org/10.3390/min13020197
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Title: Microscale Heterogeneity of Soil Bacterial Communities under Long-Term Fertilizations in Fluvo-Aquic Soils
Authors: Haojie Feng, Hong Pan, Chengliang Li, Yuping Zhuge
Year: 2022
Link: https://doi.org/10.1007/s42832-021-0121-3
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Title: Effect of Acidification on Clay Minerals and Surface Properties of Brown Soil
Authors: Na Yin, Na Geng, Tingting Wang, Hui Wang, Hong Pan, Quangang Yang, Yanhong Lou, Yuping Zhuge
Year: 2022
Link: https://doi.org/10.3390/su15010179
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Title: Changes in Foxtail Millet (Setaria italica L.) Yield, Quality, and Soil Microbiome after Replacing Chemical Nitrogen Fertilizers with Organic Fertilizers
Authors: Ming-Jie Sun, Ying Chao, Wei He, Xi-Rui Kang, Quan-Gang Yang, Hui Wang, Hong Pan, Yan-Hong Lou, Yu-Ping Zhuge
Year: 2022
Link: https://doi.org/10.3390/su142416412