Xusheng Wan | Soil Physics | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Xusheng Wan | Soil Physics | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Xusheng Wan, Southwest Petroleum University, China

Prof. Dr. Xusheng Wan is a professor and assistant dean at the School of Civil Engineering and Surveying, Southwest Petroleum University, China. He specializes in geotechnical engineering with a research focus on freeze-salt expansion, multi-physics coupling in cold regions, and the thermal and mechanical behavior of frozen soils. He has published over 100 academic papers, holds more than 40 patents, and has led multiple national research projects. Prof. Wan is a doctoral supervisor and serves on the editorial boards of several scientific journals, including the ASCE Journal of Cold Regions Engineering.

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Prof. Dr. Xusheng Wan demonstrates a rare blend of academic excellence, innovation, leadership, and dedication to education. His work in cold region geotechnics addresses complex, real-world problems and has made a measurable impact both in academia and engineering practice. His consistent research productivity and national recognitions make him a standout candidate.

🎓 Education

Xusheng Wan earned his Ph.D. in Geotechnical Engineering from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences in July 2015, with a focus on permafrost research. He completed both his master’s (2009–2012) and bachelor’s (2005–2009) degrees in Civil Engineering at Lanzhou Jiaotong University.

💼Experience

Xusheng Wan currently serves as a professor and assistant dean at the School of Civil Engineering and Surveying, Southwest Petroleum University. He has held academic positions including associate professor (2018–2022) and lecturer (2015–2018) and completed postdoctoral research at the Civil Engineering Postdoctoral Station of Sichuan University (2019–2021). As a doctoral and master’s supervisor, he trains students in civil engineering and water conservancy disciplines.

🔬Research Focus

Xusheng Wan’s research centers on the mechanisms and prevention of freeze-salt expansion in cold regions, multi-physics coupling models, water freezing mechanisms in soil, prediction of unfrozen water content, and the degradation of concrete under cold and saline conditions. He has led multiple projects under the National Natural Science Foundation and other provincial and institutional programs, making impactful contributions to cold region geotechnics.

🛠️Skills

A prolific scholar, Xusheng Wan has published over 100 academic papers, including 56 SCI-indexed articles with more than 1,200 citations. His most-cited single paper has been referenced over 170 times. He holds more than 40 national patents and four software copyrights. He serves as a reviewer for over 40 journals and is on editorial boards including the ASCE Journal of Cold Regions Engineering and Glaciers and Frozen Soils. As an educator, he teaches both undergraduate and graduate-level courses, contributes to curriculum development, and actively leads teaching reform and textbook editing initiatives.

🏆Awards

Xusheng Wan has received significant recognition for his work, including the first prize of the Gansu Science and Technology Progress Award and the second prize from the China Communications and Transportation Association. He has been honored with titles such as Outstanding Communist Party Member (2021), Youth Science and Technology Award in Civil Engineering (2022), and Outstanding Reviewer multiple times. In 2024, he was recognized with the Teacher Classroom Quality Excellence Award and selected as a reserve candidate for science and technology leadership in Sichuan Province. His students have won numerous national and provincial awards under his guidance.

📚 Publications

  • Title: Experimental investigation on the thermal stability and deformation behavior of a novel duct-ventilated embankment in a snowy permafrost region
    Authors: Yang Sheng, Zhang Mingyi, Pei Wansheng, Bai Ruiqiang, Bi Jun
    Year: 2025
    Journal: International Communications in Heat and Mass Transfer

  • Title: Corrigendum to “Mitigating frost heave and enhancing mechanical performance of silty clay with sisal fibre and geopolymer”
    Authors: Lu Jianguo, Deng Fei, Pei Wansheng, You Zhilang, Zhang Zhexi
    Year: 2024
    Journal: Construction and Building Materials

  • Title: Corrigendum to “Heat flow characteristics and thermal resistance model for soil-rock mixtures during freezing-thawing processes: Damping properties”
    Authors: Lu Jianguo, Wang Yindong, Pei Wansheng, Tan Liling, Deng Fei
    Year: 2023
    Journal: Geoderma

  • Title: Current status and prospects of research on conductive concrete in cold regions
    Authors: Lu Jianguo, Yang Xinlian, Pu Wanli, Wang Yindong, Tan Liling
    Year: 2025
    Journal: Tumu yu Huanjing Gongcheng Xuebao / Journal of Civil and Environmental Engineering
  • Title: Corrigendum to “A generalized thermal conductivity model of soil-rock mixture based on freezing characteristic curve”
    Authors: Wang Yindong, Lu Jianguo, Pei Wansheng, Gao Jiajia, Deng Fei
    Year: 2025
    Journal: Cold Regions Science and Technology

  • Title: Seismic ground motion study of layered site of saturated frozen soil under P-wave incidence
    Authors: Ma Qiang, Jiao Hao, Wan Xusheng
    Year: 2025
    Journal: Cold Regions Science and Technology

Conclusion:

Prof. Dr. Xusheng Wan is an outstanding candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His proven track record of impactful research, academic leadership, and innovation aligns perfectly with the award’s criteria. While there are opportunities to broaden international and interdisciplinary engagement, his current achievements already place him among the top-tier researchers in his field.

Yue Li | Soil Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Yue Li | Soil Biology | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Yue Li, Kunming University of Science and Technology, China 

Prof. Yue Li is a faculty member at Kunming University of Science and Technology, China. Her research focuses on soil carbon and nitrogen dynamics under sustainable agricultural practices, including straw return, biochar application, and conservation agriculture. She specializes in field experiments, meta-analysis, and data-driven modeling to explore soil-plant-microbe interactions and improve agroecosystem resilience. Prof. Li has published widely in high-impact journals and actively contributes as an editor and reviewer in the fields of soil science and sustainable agriculture.

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Prof. Yue Li is a dynamic and impactful researcher whose work advances the understanding of sustainable agriculture, soil biogeochemistry, and ecosystem resilience. Her impressive publication record, global collaborations, and active academic service reflect a commitment to excellence, innovation, and real-world relevance.

🎓 Education

Dr. Yue Li holds a Ph.D. and Master’s degree in Agricultural Soil and Water Engineering from Northwest Agriculture and Forestry University (2016–2023), China. She also pursued part of her Ph.D. studies at Aarhus University in Denmark (2020–2022), focusing on Agroecosystems. Her academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Waterworks from Gansu Agriculture University, completed in 2016.

💼Experience

Dr. Li is currently a Professor in the Faculty of Modern Agricultural Engineering at Kunming University of Science and Technology, a position she has held since November 2023. During her doctoral studies, she conducted extensive research on soil carbon and nitrogen dynamics under various agricultural practices, including international collaboration through her visiting Ph.D. at Aarhus University.

🔬Research Focus

Dr. Li’s research centers on soil carbon and nitrogen dynamics in response to diverse agricultural management strategies such as straw return, biochar application, and plastic film mulching. Her work delves into the mechanisms behind greenhouse gas emissions, crop yield stability, and soil health. She has made significant contributions to understanding the microbial and extracellular enzyme processes that mediate nitrogen cycling, especially within conservation agriculture systems like cover cropping, crop rotation, and reduced tillage.

🛠️Skills

Dr. Li is proficient in a wide range of research techniques, including field experiments, meta-analysis, data assimilation, and data-driven modeling. She applies interdisciplinary approaches to evaluate sustainable agricultural practices, aiming to enhance ecosystem resilience, resource efficiency, and environmental sustainability. Her skills extend to scientific communication, having served as a guest editor and editorial board member for multiple academic journals, as well as a reviewer for numerous high-impact publications.

🏆Awards

Dr. Yue Li has been recognized with several prestigious awards, including the National Scholarship from the China Scholarship Council and PhD National Scholarships, awarded to only three doctoral candidates per year. These honors reflect her exceptional academic performance and contributions to the field of agricultural engineering.

📚 Publications

Title: Soil extracellular enzymes, soil carbon and nitrogen storage under straw return: A data synthesis
Author: Yue Li
Year: 2025
Journal: Industrial Crops and Products

Title: Different straw return methods have divergent effects on winter wheat yield, yield stability, and soil structural properties
Author: Yue Li
Year: 2024
Journal: Soil and Tillage Research

Title: Ammoniated straw returning: A win-win strategy for increasing crop production and soil carbon sequestration
Author: Yue Li
Year: 2024
Journal: Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment

Title: Crop Conversion from Annual to Perennials: An Effective Strategy to Affect Soil Multifunctionality
Author: Yue Li
Year: 2024
Journal: Agronomy

Title: The role of conservation agriculture practices in mitigating N2O emissions: A meta-analysis
Author: Yue Li
Year: 2023
Journal: Agronomy for Sustainable Development

Title: Effects of reduced tillage with stubble remaining and nitrogen application on soil aggregation, soil organic carbon and grain yield in maize-wheat rotation system
Author: Yue Li
Year: 2023
Journal: European Journal of Agronomy

Title: Ammoniated straw incorporation increases maize grain yield while decreasing net greenhouse gas budget on the Loess Plateau, China
Author: Yue Li
Year: 2023
Journal: Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment

Title: Ridge planting with transparent plastic mulching improves maize productivity by regulating the distribution and utilization of soil water, heat, and canopy radiation in arid irrigation area
Author: Yue Li
Year: 2023
Journal: Agricultural Water Management

Conclusion:

Prof. Yue Li is highly deserving of the Research for Best Researcher Award. Her scholarly achievements, leadership qualities, and commitment to sustainable agricultural development make her a standout candidate. With continued support and recognition, she is poised to lead transformative research in soil and environmental sciences on a global scale.