Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chao Bai | Plants | Research Excellence Award

Beijing zoo | China

Chao Bai is an Associate Researcher at Beijing Zoo, where he works in a key laboratory focusing on the intersection of plant biology, wildlife nutrition, and ecological adaptation. He has a strong interdisciplinary background spanning plant invasion biology, crop metabolic engineering, and the nutritional and health management of giant pandas. His professional experience includes postdoctoral research at the Institute of Environment and Sustainable Development in Agriculture, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, and prior research appointments at the Institute of Microbiology, Chinese Academy of Sciences. He received his doctoral training in plant production and forest science at ETSEA-UdL in Spain, supported by a competitive fellowship. His research integrates molecular biology, metabolomics, and genetic engineering approaches to address both fundamental and applied scientific questions. Notably, his work has advanced understanding of invasive plant adaptability, pioneered innovative gene-silencing applications in Amaranthaceae, and contributed to metabolic pathway engineering for enhanced carotenoid production in crops. More recently, he has linked bamboo metabolite profiles with giant panda feeding behavior, providing a scientific basis for refined feeding strategies and improved conservation management. His work demonstrates a strong commitment to translational research with ecological, agricultural, and conservation impacts.

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