Assist. Prof. Dr. Caixia Wu, Yangzhou University, China
Assist. Prof. Dr. Caixia Wu is an esteemed researcher specializing in Grassland Science, Plant Allelopathy, and Forage Science. She currently serves as the Head of the Department of Grassland Science at Yangzhou University and has been an Associate Professor since 2017. With a Ph.D. in Animal Feed Science from Nanjing Agricultural University, she has made significant contributions to allelopathy mechanisms, forage production, and weed suppression. She has led multiple national and provincial-level projects focused on plant-derived active compounds and ecological management systems. As a leader in grassland and turf industry research, Dr. Wu’s work advances sustainable agricultural practices, improving forage quality and environmental conservation. Her research plays a crucial role in modern agroecology and plant chemistry.
🌍 Professional Profile
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🏆 Suitability for Best Researcher Award
Dr. Caixia Wu’s groundbreaking research in allelopathy, grassland science, and plant-derived active compounds makes her a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her expertise in forage science, ecological agriculture, and weed suppression mechanisms has advanced sustainable farming practices. She has led national and regional research projects, contributing to high-quality forage production, plant biochemical interactions, and genetic characteristics of legumes. Her leadership roles in academic committees and industry alliances showcase her impact on grassland science and agricultural innovation. With numerous publications and research grants, her work has transformed plant compound identification, natural weed control, and ecological farming methods, making her a distinguished researcher in the field of sustainable agriculture and plant science.
🎓 Education
Dr. Caixia Wu holds a Ph.D. in Animal Feed Science (2007) from Nanjing Agricultural University, where her thesis focused on the allelopathy of several legume forages. She also earned a Master’s degree (2005) and a Bachelor’s degree (2002) in Grassland Science from the same institution, specializing in forage production, plant interactions, and ecological management. In 2017-2018, she was a Visiting Scientist at Charles Sturt University, Australia, where she conducted research in Weed Science at the Graham Centre. Her academic journey has equipped her with expertise in compound identification, plant-derived active compounds, and ecological agriculture, laying a strong foundation for her leadership in grassland research, plant chemistry, and sustainable farming systems.
💼 Experience
Dr. Caixia Wu has been a faculty member at Yangzhou University since 2010 and currently serves as the Head of the Department of Grassland Science. Since 2017, she has been an Associate Professor specializing in plant allelopathy, forage science, and weed suppression mechanisms. She has also been the Deputy Secretary-General of Jiangsu Strategic Alliance of Turf Industry Technology Innovation since 2018. Additionally, she serves as the Director of the Grassland Professional Committee of Jiangsu Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medical Association. Her work integrates grassland ecology, plant-derived bioactive compounds, and sustainable farming technologies, enhancing forage quality, ecological farming, and natural plant defenses against invasive species. She is a leading figure in plant biochemistry and agricultural innovation.
🏅 Awards & Honors
Dr. Caixia Wu has received multiple recognitions for her pioneering research in forage science, plant allelopathy, and ecological farming. She has been awarded national and provincial research grants, including National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) projects on allelopathy and genetic traits in forage crops. She has been recognized for her contributions to high-quality forage production, weed suppression mechanisms, and plant-derived bioactive compounds. Her leadership in Jiangsu’s grassland science community has earned her awards for scientific excellence and innovation in sustainable agriculture. As a key academic leader in the turf and forage industry, her contributions have improved plant compound applications, agricultural sustainability, and eco-friendly forage production across China.
🔬 Research Focus
Dr. Caixia Wu’s research focuses on plant allelopathy, bioactive compound identification, and sustainable grassland management. She explores natural plant-derived chemicals for weed suppression and ecological farming, particularly in legume forages and turf grasses. Her studies on allelopathy in Melilotus officinalis (Yellow Sweetclover) and alfalfa genetics provide sustainable solutions for weed control and forage improvement. She also works on compound extraction, biochemical interactions in plants, and genetic mechanisms of forage crops. Her projects integrate ecological management, plant chemistry, and molecular biology, optimizing forage production, animal nutrition, and environmental sustainability. By advancing natural plant defenses and bioactive compound applications, Dr. Wu’s research contributes to agroecology, biodiversity conservation, and eco-friendly farming techniques.
📊 Publication Top Notes
Effects of Coumarin on Rhizosphere Microbiome and Metabolome of Lolium multiflorum