Dr. Nipeng Qian | Authentic Leadership | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Nipeng Qian | Authentic Leadership | Best Researcher Award

Beijing Forestry University, China

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🌱 Early Academic Pursuits

From the verdant foothills of northeast China to the academic corridors of Beijing Forestry University, both Nipeng Qian and Qijing Liu began their intellectual journeys deeply rooted in nature. Drawn by a profound curiosity about forest ecosystems and their evolving structure, they pursued forestry and ecological sciences during their formative years. Their undergraduate and graduate education fostered a blend of theoretical understanding and field-based inquiry, allowing them to build a robust foundation in forest ecology, ecosystem dynamics, and biodiversity conservation. During these early years, they were particularly inspired by the ecological intricacies of coniferous forests, especially those in subalpine regions prone to natural disturbances.

Qian, with his inquisitive temperament and dedication to long-term field research, gravitated towards monitoring permanent forest plots. Liu, a methodical thinker and a passionate researcher, was especially drawn to understanding how ecological processes unfold over decades. Their shared academic interests eventually converged at Beijing Forestry University, one of China’s premier institutions for ecological and environmental sciences, where they would begin a long-standing academic and research partnership.

🌲 Professional Endeavors

As members of the College of Forestry at Beijing Forestry University, Qian and Liu committed themselves to long-term ecological monitoring in the subalpine forests of Changbai Mountain, a biodiversity hotspot in Northeast China. Over the course of 42 years, their research extended across the dynamic layers of coniferous forest canopies, documenting shifts in structure, species composition, and mortality rates driven by natural disturbances such as windthrow and insect outbreaks.

Their dedication to ecological integrity is reflected in the scientific rigor of their work. By managing and analyzing data from permanent forest plots, they contributed critical longitudinal insights—capturing transformations that short-term studies often overlook. They developed comprehensive datasets on species turnover, growth trends, and disturbance-mediated succession, offering a rare glimpse into ecosystem resilience and instability over decades. Their work often entailed trudging through dense subalpine zones, measuring basal area, stem density, and tracking the mortality and regeneration patterns of species like Pinus koraiensis, Picea, and Abies.

Liu’s role as a corresponding author for major studies underscores her leadership in data interpretation and publication. Meanwhile, Qian’s strength in field-based documentation and ecological mapping helped cement their work as a cornerstone for future forest dynamics research in the region.

📚 Contributions and Research Focus

At the core of their work lies a critical ecological inquiry: How do natural disturbances shape forest succession over the long term? Through their research titled “Long-term Dynamics of a Subalpine Coniferous Forest under Natural Disturbance in Changbai Mountain,” they revealed that forest ecosystems in such regions are not in a stable equilibrium, but are instead shaped by continuous micro-disturbances and species turnover.

Their findings showed a marked decline in stem density and basal area over 42 years, highlighting an annual mortality rate of nearly 1.7%. More importantly, they documented the gradual replacement of Picea by Larix olgensis and Pinus sylvestriformis, a shift driven not by catastrophic disturbance, but by slow, persistent ecological processes. Their study challenges conventional views of climax stability and suggests that under certain climatic conditions, forest mosaics may persist longer than previously thought. These revelations have broad implications for understanding forest carbon dynamics, biodiversity, and climate adaptation.

🏅 Accolades and Recognition

The scholarly community has begun to recognize the value of their contributions, especially in the field of long-term ecological research. Though still early in the public dissemination of their findings, their research has attracted citations and engagement from global ecologists, forest managers, and conservation biologists. Qian and Liu are also acknowledged within academic circles for their meticulous approach to field ecology and their efforts in maintaining one of China’s rare long-duration forest monitoring projects.

As they continue to publish and collaborate with ecologists worldwide, the recognition for their enduring work is expected to grow—especially as ecological forecasting and climate resilience become pressing global concerns.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Their work has already begun to influence both regional forest management policies and academic research methodologies. Forest managers in Northeast China have referenced their findings when considering conservation strategies for Changbai Mountain’s unique forest systems. Moreover, the researchers’ emphasis on long-term monitoring has contributed to a growing awareness of the need for patience and persistence in ecological science—a field often pressured by short funding cycles and immediate results.

Their methodology—balancing quantitative measurements with ecological theory—offers a model for forest ecologists elsewhere. As ecosystems worldwide experience intensifying disturbances due to climate change, Qian and Liu’s approach provides a valuable lens for assessing resilience, mortality patterns, and successional dynamics.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking ahead, Nipeng Qian and Qijing Liu are poised to become thought leaders in long-term forest ecosystem research. They plan to expand their research to include the role of soil dynamics, carbon fluxes, and microbial communities in post-disturbance succession. Additionally, they aim to develop collaborative international studies that compare forest trajectories across temperate and boreal regions.

Their legacy is not only in the knowledge they have created but also in the infrastructure and vision they’ve provided for future generations of forest ecologists. The permanent plots they’ve maintained for over four decades will continue to yield insights long after they’ve passed the research baton to others. Their commitment to ecological truth, drawn from slow observation and deep understanding, reflects the very forest systems they study—resilient, patient, and profoundly impactful. 🌲📖

📝Notable Publications

Seasonal patterns between wood formation and non‑structural carbohydrate in two conifers with distinct life‑history traits

Authors: N. Qian, L. Wang, G. Li, C. Dong, Q. Chen et al.

Journal: Environmental and Experimental Botany

Year: 2025

Dr. MD SAIFULLAH BIN AZIZ | Ethical Leadership | Best Researcher Award

Dr. MD SAIFULLAH BIN AZIZ | Ethical Leadership | Best Researcher Award

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, Bangladesh

🔗 Professional Profiles

Summary: 🌱🔬

Md. Saifullah Bin Aziz is a dedicated professional with a Ph.D. in Fisheries from the University of Rajshahi. He excels in innovative skills and seeks a challenging career environment to share his knowledge and enrich his experiences.

Education: 📚

  • Ph.D. in Fisheries, University of Rajshahi, 2023 (Completed)
  • MS in Fisheries, National University, 2007
  • B.Sc. Zoology (Hons.), National University, 2006
  • H.S.C (Science group), Dhaka, 2001
  • S.S.C (Science group), Dhaka, 1999

Professional Experience: 💼

  • Senior Research Assistant (Oct 2010 – Nov 2013) in “Sustaining Ethical Aquaculture Trade Project (SEAT)” funded by EU.
  • Research Associate (June 2014 – May 2018) in “Transforming Climate Knowledge with and for society (TRACKS) Project” funded by research council of Norway.
  • Research Associate (June 2018 – Feb 2020) in “IMAQulate Project” funded by Newton BBSRC.
  • Research Associate (Apr 2020 – Mar 2022) in “Harnessing machine learning tool in aquaculture value chain in Bangladesh Project” funded by USAID.
  • Lead Enumerator in WorldFish (One Health) project (Nov 2022 – Apr 2023).

Research Interest: 🌊🐟

Md. Saifullah Bin Aziz’s research interests include sustainable aquaculture practices, climate change adaptation in fisheries, machine learning applications in aquaculture, and One Health initiatives.

Contact for Reference: 📞

Dr. Mohammad Mahfujul Haque Professor, Department of Aquaculture, Bangladesh Agricultural University Mobile: 01712006293 Email: @yahoo.com

Affirmation: ✅

“I affirm that the information given here is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief.” (Md. Saifullah Bin Az

Publication Top Noted

  • Authors: Md Saifullah Bin Aziz, Neaz A Hasan, Md Mostafizur Rahman Mondol, Md Mehedi Alam, Mohammad Mahfujul Haque
  • Journal: Heliyon
  • Year: 2021
  • Citations: 65

Paper Title : Study on water and soil quality parameters of shrimp and prawn farming in the southwest region of Bangladesh

  • Authors: MA Zafar, MM Haque, MSB Aziz, MM Alam
  • Journal: Journal of the Bangladesh Agricultural University
  • Year: 2015
  • Citations: 54

Paper Title : A critical assessment of knowledge quality for climate adaptation in Sylhet Division, Bangladesh

  • Authors: Mohammad Mahfujul Haque, Scott Bremer, Saifullah Bin Aziz, Jeroen P van der Sluijs
  • Journal: Climate Risk Management
  • Year: 2017
  • Citations: 51

Paper Title : ‘My new routine’: Assessing the impact of citizen science on climate adaptation in Bangladesh

  • Authors: Scott Bremer, M Mahfujul Haque, Saifullah Bin Aziz, Synnøve Kvamme
  • Journal: Environmental Science & Policy
  • Year: 2019
  • Citations: 45