Postdoctoral | Shanghai Academy of Agricultural Sciences | China
Dr. Yuqing Han is a distinguished postdoctoral researcher at the Shanghai Academy of Agricultural Sciences, specializing in plant molecular biology and abiotic stress physiology with a particular focus on cold tolerance in melon (Cucumis melo). Her research has significantly advanced understanding of the molecular mechanisms governing plant adaptation to low-temperature stress, identifying four key genes that enhance melon’s resistance and revealing a transcriptional regulatory module crucial for cold response. With expertise in molecular interaction analysis, gene function verification, and transcriptomic profiling, she has contributed to two major research projects and two industry collaborations aimed at developing stress-resilient horticultural crops. Dr. Han has published eight papers in high-impact international journals such as Plant Physiology, The Plant Journal, and Environmental and Experimental Botany, which collectively highlight her scientific rigor and innovative approach to crop improvement. Her work not only expands the theoretical framework of plant stress biology but also provides practical genetic resources for melon breeding, offering solutions for sustainable agriculture amid global climate challenges. Demonstrating growing international recognition, her research record includes 136 citations, 8 documents, and an h-index of 5, reflecting her academic excellence and impactful contributions to the global scientific community.
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1. Xu, D., Han, Y., Zhang, Y., Khan, A., Dong, L., Shao, L., Liang, A., Liu, T., & Qi, H. (2025). CmTGA8–CmAPX1/CmGSTU25 regulatory model involved in trehalose-induced cold tolerance in oriental melon seedlings. Plant Physiology and Biochemistry, 220, 109432.
Dr. Yuqing Han’s research advances global agricultural resilience by uncovering molecular mechanisms that enhance crop tolerance to cold stress, supporting sustainable food production under climate change. Her discoveries in stress-responsive gene regulation provide vital insights for developing hardier horticultural varieties, driving innovation in plant biotechnology and sustainable farming practices worldwide.