Binghan Zhang | Sustainable Food Systems | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Binghan Zhang | Sustainable Food Systems | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Heze University, China

Dr. Binghan Zhang is an Associate Professor at Heze University, specializing in the development of sustainable, biomass-based adhesives and polymeric materials. With a strong background in polymer materials and biomaterials engineering, Dr. Zhang has made significant contributions to the field of environmentally friendly wood adhesives, especially those derived from soy protein and agricultural byproducts. His research integrates thermochemical activation, protein recombination, and hybrid material strategies to enhance the performance and durability of bio-based adhesives. He has authored multiple high-impact journal articles and continues to explore innovative solutions to replace formaldehyde-based adhesives in the wood composite industry.

Publications Profile

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πŸŽ“ Education Details

  • Ph.D. in Biomaterials Engineering
    Northeast Forestry University, China (2015–2019)

  • B.S. in Polymer Materials and Engineering
    Northeast Forestry University, China (2011–2015)

πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Professional Experience

  • Associate Professor
    Heze University (2025–Present)

  • Lecturer
    Heze University (2019–2024)

🌱 Research Interests

  • Bio-based adhesives and sustainable material science

  • Soy protein and plant-based polymers for wood composites

  • Thermochemical modification and cross-linking mechanisms

  • Functionalization of agricultural waste for high-performance materials

  • Green chemistry approaches in polymer engineering

πŸ† Awards and Honors

  • Excellent Young Researcher Award, Heze University (2023)

  • Outstanding Paper Award, Chinese Society of Forestry (2022)

  • National Graduate Scholarship, Ministry of Education (2018)

πŸ” Conclusion

Dr. Binghan Zhang has emerged as a leading researcher in the development of sustainable adhesives and bio-based materials. With a growing body of impactful publications and ongoing work in green chemistry and polymer science, he is contributing to the advancement of environmentally friendly technologies for industrial applications. His work not only addresses urgent environmental issues but also provides practical solutions for reducing reliance on synthetic resins in wood-based products.

Publications πŸ“š

πŸ“„ Zhang, B.; Zhang, J.; Guo, B.; et al.
πŸ§ͺ Highly water-resistant soy protein adhesives based on thermochemical activation and multiple cross-linking design
πŸ“° Industrial Crops & Products, 2025, 27: 120810.


πŸ“„ Zhang, B.; Guo, B.; Wang, S.; et al.
🌱 Biomass-based wood adhesive from peony seed meal: Preparation and properties
πŸ“° Journal of Applied Polymer Science, 2024.


πŸ“„ Zhang, B.; Wang, J.; Zhang, F.; et al.
πŸ”₯ High-temperature soybean meal adhesive via protein molecule recombination
πŸ“° ACS Omega, 2022, 7(27): 23138–23146.


πŸ“„ Zhang, B.; Zhang, F.; Wu, L.; et al.
πŸͺ΅ Soy protein adhesive formulations for particleboard applications
πŸ“° Wood Science and Technology, 2020, 55(1): 33–48.


πŸ“„ Zhang, B.*; Chang, Z.; Li, J.; et al.
🧱 Kaolin-hybridized soybean meal adhesives for wood composites
πŸ“° Composites Part B, 2019, 173: 106919.


Mohammad Hassan Sayyari Zahan | plant nutrition | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohammad Hassan Sayyari Zahan | plant nutrition | Best Researcher Award

member of faculty at university of Birjand, Iran

Dr. Mohammad Hassan Sayyari Zahan is an esteemed Iranian soil scientist specializing in soil fertility, plant nutrition, and saline-alkaline soil management. With extensive research in micronutrients, biofertilizers, and soil chemistry, he has significantly contributed to the field of agronomy. His work has been published in numerous international conferences and journals, focusing on soil amendment strategies and nutrient efficiency.

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πŸŽ“ Education Details

  • Ph.D. in Soil Science Engineering – Georg-August University (Goettingen University), Germany (2005-2008)

  • M.Sc. in Soil Science Engineering – University of Tarbiat Modares, Tehran, Iran (1992-1996)

  • B.Sc. in Soil Science Engineering – University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran (1987-1991)

  • Diploma in Science – Mustafa Khomeini High School, Mashhad, Iran (1983-1987)

πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Professional Experience

  • Dean, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Birjand (2014 – Present)

  • Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Birjand (2012 – 2014)

  • Manager of Free Education and International Students, University of Birjand (2009 – 2011)

  • Head of Department, Agronomy, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Birjand (2000 – 2002)

🌱 Research Interests

  • Soil fertility and plant nutrition

  • Soil chemistry and nutrient uptake kinetics

  • Management of saline and alkaline soils

  • Biofertilizers and micronutrients (Mn, Fe, Zn)

  • Phosphorus availability and soil amendments

πŸ† Awards and Honors

  • 1993: Awarded a scholarship by the Iranian Ministry of Science, Research, and Technology for M.Sc. studies

  • 2003: Awarded a scholarship by the Iranian Ministry of Science, Research, and Technology for Ph.D. studies

πŸ” Conclusion

Dr. Mohammad Hassan Sayyari Zahan has played a pivotal role in soil science research, particularly in addressing soil salinity, nutrient efficiency, and sustainable soil management. With a strong academic background, leadership roles, and numerous contributions to scientific literature, his work continues to impact soil fertility and agricultural practices globally.

Publications πŸ“š

πŸ“„ Short-term changes of soil physicochemical properties affected by organic modifier type and its application method
πŸ“• Archives of Agronomy and Soil Science (2023)
πŸ”— DOI: 10.1080/03650340.2023.2194639
✍️ Authors: Vahidi, M.J.; Sayyari Zahan, M.H.; Bayat, H.; Parsa, Z.


🌱 A Survey of Soil Carbon Stocks and Effective Soil Properties in Almond Orchards of Borujerd, West of Iran
πŸ“˜ Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition (2022)
πŸ”— DOI: 10.1007/s42729-021-00694-8
✍️ Authors: Jami Al-Ahmadi, M.; Byranvand, P.; Mahdavi Damghani, A.; Sayyari Zahan, M.H.


🌸 Influence of some pre and post-harvest practices on quality of saffron stigmata
πŸ“— Scientia Horticulturae (2021)
πŸ”— DOI: 10.1016/j.scienta.2020.109846
✍️ Authors: Fallahi, H.-R.; Aghhavani-Shajari, M.; Sahabi, H.; Behdani, M.A.; Sayyari-Zohan, M.H.; Vatandoost, S.


🍏 Effects of NaCl salinity on some leaf nutrient concentrations, non-photochemical quenching and the efficiency of the PSII photochemistry of two Iranian pomegranate varieties under greenhouse and field conditions: Preliminary results
πŸ“™ Journal of Plant Nutrition (2016)
πŸ”— DOI: 10.1080/01904167.2016.1201686
✍️ Authors: Khayyat, M.; Tehranifar, A.; Davarynejad, G.H.; Sayyari-Zahan, M.H.


🌳 Vegetative growth, compatible solute accumulation, ion partitioning and chlorophyll fluorescence of ‘Malas-e-Saveh’ and ‘Shishe-Kab’ pomegranates in response to salinity stress
πŸ“” Photosynthetica (2014)
πŸ”— DOI: 10.1007/s11099-014-0034-9
✍️ Authors: Khayyat, M.; Tehranifar, A.; Davarynejad, G.H.; Sayyari-Zahan, M.H.


πŸ—Ί Soil classification and genesis in part of Khorasan province
πŸ“– Developments in Soil Classification, Land Use Planning and Policy Implications (2013) – Book Chapter
πŸ”— DOI: 10.1007/978-94-007-5332-7_22
✍️ Authors: Hassan Sayyari-Zahan, M.


🌻 Effect of drought stress and zinc sulfate on the yield and some physiological characteristics of sunflower (Helianthus. Annuus L.)
πŸ“™ Advances in Environmental Biology (2012)
✍️ Authors: Shahri, Z.B.; Zamani, G.R.; Sayyari-Zahan, M.H.


🌾 Interaction effect of saline irrigation water, mycorrhiza fungi, and phosphorus fertilizer on yield and yield components of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.)
πŸ“˜ Advances in Environmental Biology (2011)
✍️ Authors: Motlagh, B.P.; Mahmoodi, S.; Hassan Sayyari-Zahan, M.; Naghizadeh, M.


πŸ₯¦ Manganese efficiency and manganese-uptake kinetics of raya (Brassica juncea), wheat (Triticum aestivum), and oat (Avena sativa) grown in nutrient solution and soil
πŸ“• Journal of Plant Nutrition and Soil Science (2009)
πŸ”— DOI: 10.1002/jpln.200800149
✍️ Authors: Sayyari-Zahan, M.H.; Sadana, U.S.; Steingrobe, B.; Claassen, N.