Distinguished Professor at National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan
Prof. Dr. Zwe-Ling Kong is a distinguished Taiwanese food scientist and internationally recognized expert in food biotechnology, cell immunology, health foods, and marine-derived functional ingredients. With over four decades of academic, research, and entrepreneurial experience, he has significantly contributed to advancing health food technology and micro/nanoplastics safety. He currently serves as a Distinguished Professor at the Department of Food Science, National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU), and holds various prestigious positions in international academic societies and editorial boards. His prolific research output and industrial collaborations underscore his reputation as a global leader in health-oriented food research.
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🎓 Education Details
Ph.D. in Food Science & Biotechnology, Kyushu University, Japan (1989–1991)
M.S. in Food Science, Kyushu University, Japan (1986–1989)
B.S. in Food Science, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan (1978–1982)
Visiting Scholar, RIKEN Cell Bank, Japan (1994)
👩🔬 Professional Experience
President, Institute of Food Research and Entrepreneur for Safety and Health (iFRESH) (2023–present)
Director, University-Industry Collaboration Center, NTOU (2020–2022)
President, Taiwan Society of Health Food (2019–2023)
Chair, Department of Food Science, NTOU (2013–2019)
Chairman, Biotaiwan Foundation (2010–present)
Director, International Affairs, NTOU (2009–2011)
Editor, Marine Life Science & Technology, Zebrafish, Cytotechnology, etc.
Founder & CEO, Alarvita Biolife Corporation (2002–2004)
Health Food Permit Committee Member, Department of Health, Taiwan (2000–present)
🌱 Research Interests
Prof. Kong’s interdisciplinary research integrates cellular immunology, health food development, and nanoparticle applications. His key focus areas include:
Health food materials (e.g., anti-obesity, anti-inflammatory, reproductive health)
Micro/nanoplastics toxicology and marine pollution mitigation
Nano-encapsulation and targeted delivery of bioactive compounds
Arthritis, oxidative stress, and hair follicle regeneration
Functional foods from marine organisms and traditional Chinese medicine derivatives
🏆 Awards and Honors
2024 – Fellow, International Association for Agricultural Sustainability (IAAS)
2023 – Excellent Contribution Award, Taiwan Society of Health Food
2020 – Academic Research Award, Taiwan Association for Food Science and Technology
2013 – Food Industry Contribution Award, Taiwan Association for Food Science and Technology
Longstanding membership and leadership in IUFoST, ISNFF, and JAACT
🔍 Conclusion
Prof. Dr. Zwe-Ling Kong is an internationally respected scholar whose pioneering research in health food development, cellular immunology, and micro/nanoplastics toxicology has significantly advanced the fields of food science and biotechnology. With over four decades of academic leadership, more than 100 high-impact publications, multiple patents, and notable industry collaborations, he has made substantial contributions to both scientific innovation and public health. His work addresses critical global issues such as food safety, obesity-related disorders, reproductive health, and environmental sustainability. Prof. Kong’s outstanding achievements, combined with his leadership roles in academic societies and regulatory bodies, make him a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.
Publications 📚
🦈 Sturgeon Collagen for Osteoarthritis Therapy
📄 Jerrell Felim et al. (2025, Jun)
🧬 Sturgeon collagen peptide chelate-zinc improves osteoarthritis in obese rats.
📚 Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy
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🍄 Yamabushitake Mushroom & Reproductive Health
📄 Yi-Yuh Hwang et al. (2025, Jun)
🔬 Mushroom mycelium restores reproductive function affected by microplastics.
📚 International Journal of Molecular Sciences
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🌿 Nano-Echinacea for Reproductive Injury
📄 Yi-Yuh Hwang et al. (2025, Jun)
🧠 Benefits via gut-brain axis in plastic-exposed rats.
📚 International Journal of Molecular Sciences
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🧫 Lactobacillus brevis & Microplastic Toxicity
📄 Yi-Yuh Hwang et al. (2025, May)
🧪 Probiotic combats oxidative stress and reproductive dysfunction.
📚 International Journal of Molecular Sciences
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🍼 Microplastics in Digestion with Milk
📄 Gopinath Mummaleti et al. (2024, Dec)
🧪 Analyzing microplastic transformations in milk digestion.
📚 Food Research International
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🦴 Calcium Carbonate for Bone Healing
📄 Tsu-Te Yeh et al. (2024, Nov)
🦴 Enhances fracture healing in rat models.
📚 Nutrients
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🍵 Mycotoxins in Tea Risk Assessment
📄 Ying-Chun Wan et al. (2024, Sep)
☢️ Risk evaluation and detection optimization.
📚 Food Chemistry
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🧠 Evodiamine for Alzheimer’s Disease
📄 Ying-Chun Wan et al. (2024, Jul)
🧠 Improves cognition and synaptic health.
📚 Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy
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🌿 Plant Calcium Carbonate for Growth
📄 Chun-Kai Chen et al. (2024, Mar)
🦴 Boosts bone growth in rats.
📚 Biology
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🌊 Fucoidan Protects Against Microplastic Damage
📄 Yi-Yuh Hwang et al. (2024, Jan)
🛡️ Antioxidant and reproductive protection.
📚 Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy
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