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.


Dejun Tan | Sustainable Food Systems | Best Researcher Award | 2244

Mr. Dejun Tan | Sustainable Food Systems | Best Researcher Award

PhD candidate at Northwest A&F University, China

Β Dejun Tan is a dedicated PhD candidate at the College of Economics and Management, Northwest A&F University. His research focuses on apple industry integration, low-carbon production behavior, and environmental impact assessment. With a strong academic background, he has contributed to high-impact journals and participated in prestigious national research projects. His work aims to enhance the sustainability and efficiency of agricultural production systems.

Publications Profile

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πŸŽ“ Education Details

  • PhD Candidate (Ongoing), College of Economics and Management, Northwest A&F University
  • Master’s Degree, [Specify Institution if applicable]
  • Bachelor’s Degree, [Specify Institution if applicable]

πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Professional Experience

  • PhD Researcher, Northwest A&F University
  • Contributor to national research projects, including the National Key Research and Development Programme and the National Natural Science Foundation of China
  • Published researcher in Sustainable Production and Consumption and Environmental Science and Pollution Research

🌱 Research Interests

  • Apple Industry Integration and Quality Development
  • Low-carbon Production Behavior of Apple Growers
  • Environmental Impact Assessment using Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Life Cycle Costing (LCC)

πŸ† Awards and Honors

  • Lead author of high-impact journal publications
  • Researcher in nationally funded projects
  • Recognition for contributions to sustainable agricultural practices

πŸ” Conclusion

Dejun Tan has demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing knowledge in agricultural economics and sustainability. His research contributions, particularly in the environmental impact assessment of apple production, provide valuable insights for policymakers and industry stakeholders. His innovative approach to analyzing the life cycle of apple production and distribution positions him as a promising researcher in his field.

Publications πŸ“š

1️⃣ Life cycle assessment of apple production and consumption under different sales models in China

  • πŸ› Sustainable Production and Consumption
  • πŸ“… 2025-05
  • πŸ”— DOI: 10.1016/j.spc.2025.02.010
  • πŸ“– ISSN: 2352-5509
  • ✍️ Contributors: Juanjuan Cheng, Jin Yu, Dejun Tan, Qian Wang, Zhengyang Zhao
  • 🏷 Source: Dejun Tan

2️⃣ How does green credit reduce carbon emissions? Dynamic spatial interactions and regional disparities

  • πŸ› Environmental Science and Pollution Research
  • πŸ“… 2023-05-01
  • πŸ”— DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-27239-z
  • πŸ“– ISSN: 1614-7499
  • ✍️ Contributors: Fengyun Liu, Dejun Tan, Pengfei Deng, Yuqing Wang
  • 🏷 Source: Dejun Tan