China Agricultural University, Shandong Academy of Agricultural Sciences | China
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🌟 Long Zhang: Champion of Locust Control and Entomology 🌟
EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS 🎓
Long Zhang’s academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture from the Department of Agronomy, Inner Mongolia Agricultural and Animal Husbandry College (1981-1985). Driven by a passion for plant protection, he pursued a Master’s degree (1988-1991) and subsequently a Ph.D. (1991-1994) in the Biological Control of Insect Pests Lab, Department of Entomology, Beijing Agricultural University. His academic pursuits laid the foundation for an illustrious career in entomology and locust control.
PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS 🏢
Long Zhang has served at the China Agricultural University since July 1994, contributing to research and education in entomology. His international experience includes roles at the University of Pisa (1996) and Texas A&M University (2005), where he honed his expertise. He holds key positions such as:
- Professor of Entomology, China Agricultural University
- Director, Key Laboratory for Biological Control, Ministry of Agriculture
- Head, National Research Group for Locust Control
- Director, Orthopteran Insect Branch Committee of the Chinese Entomology Society
Revolutionizing Locust and Grasshopper Control:
For over three decades, Long Zhang has pioneered locust and grasshopper management. His contributions include:
- Development of an advanced technological system for control, integrating biological control agents, information platforms, and automatic monitoring.
- Registration and mass production of Nosema locustae, a biological control agent, in 2014.
- Elevating biological control usage in locust and grasshopper management from 10% in the 1990s to over 40% in 2017.
Locust Chemoreception Research:
Long Zhang’s work on the olfactory reception system of locusts has led to groundbreaking discoveries, including:
- Identification of Odorant Binding Proteins (OBPs), Odorant Receptors (ORs), and Ionotropic Receptors (IRs).
- Demonstration of OBPs and ORs’ role in detecting green plant volatiles and locust volatiles using molecular, electrophysiological, and behavioral technologies.
- Publication of 20+ international papers in this field.
IMPACT AND INFLUENCE 🌍
Long Zhang’s innovations have transformed locust control strategies in China and abroad. His leadership has influenced:
- China’s locust management through training 20,000+ technicians and farmers.
- FAO initiatives (2017-2018) by introducing biological control methods for locust plagues in Lao and Vietnam.
- Bilateral technical workshops with Kazakhstan (since 2014) to address locust management challenges.
HONORS AND AWARDS 🏅
- 2021: National Ministry of Education Award for research on biological control of locust plague.
- 2019: Sir Boris Uvarov Prize by the International Orthopterists’ Society.
- 2013: First place contributor for locust control, Ministry of Agriculture of China.
- 2001: National Ministry of Education award for outstanding work in locust research.
ACADEMIC CITATIONS AND ROLES 📚
Long Zhang is an esteemed reviewer for journals such as Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences, Insect Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and PLOS One. His work is widely cited, reflecting his significant impact on the scientific community.
LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS 🚀
Long Zhang has established himself as a global leader in entomology. His legacy lies in the advancement of biological control technologies and the training of future generations in sustainable pest management. Looking ahead, his contributions promise to shape global strategies for locust and grasshopper control, ensuring food security and ecological balance.
CONCLUDING REMARKS ✨
Long Zhang’s exceptional career exemplifies dedication, innovation, and global impact in entomology. From revolutionizing locust control to advancing chemoreception research, he has left an indelible mark on the field, inspiring researchers and practitioners worldwide.
NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS 📑
"Population Density-Dependent Developmental Regulation in Migratory Locust"
- Authors: Shen, S. , Zhang, L. , Zhang, L.
- Journal: Insects
- Year: 2024
"Global perspectives and transdisciplinary opportunities for locust and grasshopper pest management and research"
- Authors: Ries, M.W. , Adriaansen, C. , Aldobai, S. , Zhang, L. , Cease, A.
- Journal: Journal of Orthoptera Research
- Year: 2024
"Tolerance of an entomophagous fungus (Lecanicillium muscarium, Beijing-P strain) against pesticides"
- Authors: Zhang, P. , Zhang, R. , Kadir, N. , Li, Y. , Zhang, L.
- Journal: International Journal of Pest Management
- Year: 2024
"Virulence of the fungal pathogen, Aspergillus oryzae XJ-1 to adult locusts (Orthoptera: Acrididae) in both laboratory and field trials"
- Authors: You, Y. , An, Z. , Zhang, X. , Xie, X. , Zhang, L.
- Journal: Pest Management Science
- Year: 2023
"The Aversive Response of the Locust Locusta migratoria to 3-Octanone, an Odorant from Fungal Pathogens, Is Mediated by a Chemosensory Protein"
- Authors: Xu, X. , Zhang, L. , Zhao, X.
- Journal: Agriculture
- Year: 2023