postdoctoral South China Agriculture University China
Anjum Ahmad Ali, born on June 1994, is a dedicated Pakistani entomologist currently pursuing a postdoctoral position at South China Agricultural University. With a rich academic background and extensive research experience, Anjum has significantly contributed to the field of entomology, particularly in the areas of molecular biology and pest control.
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Education 🎓
- 2024-Present: Postdoctoral in Entomology, South China Agricultural University
- 2018-2023: Ph.D. in Agricultural Insect and Pest Control, Nanjing Agricultural University
- 2016-2018: Master of Entomology, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan
- 2012-2016: Bachelor of Agriculture, Ghazi University DG Khan
- 2010-2012: Pre-Medical, BISE Dera Ghazi Khan
Experience 🧑🔬
Anjum has a strong background in entomological research, focusing on molecular biology techniques such as PCR, gene cloning, RNA interference, and protein assays. His doctoral research involved the characterization of key genes in the development of Henosepilachna vigintioctopunctata. Anjum has also participated in several significant projects, contributing to understanding insect physiology and pest management.
Research Interests 🔬
Anjum’s research interests include:
- Molecular entomology
- Pest control
- Gene function analysis through RNA interference
- Insect physiology
- Symbiotic relationships between insects and microbes
Awards 🏆
- Merit Laptop Scheme by Chief Minister Punjab, Shahbaz Sharif Youth Initiative Program (2016)
- Punjab Educational Endowment Fund Scholarship (PEEF) (2017)
- Best Poster Presentation Award, 5th International Conference, Baoding, China (2023)
Publications 📚
- Anjum AA, Lin MJ, Jin L, Li GQ. Twist is required for muscle development of the adult legs in Henosepilachna vigintioctopunctata. Archives of Insect Biochemistry and Physiology. 2023 Nov 2. Read Here
- Anjum AA, Lin MJ, Jin L, Li GQ. A critical role for the nuclear protein Akirin in the larval-pupal transition in Henosepilachna vigintioctopunctata. Insect Molecular Biology (Under Review)
- Anjum AA, Lin MJ, Jin L, Li GQ. Myocyte enhancer factor 2 exerts a pivotal role in larval development in Henosepilachna vigintioctopunctata. Journal of Asia-Pacific Entomology. 2024. Read Here
- Anjum AA, Lan LL, Jin L, Li GQ. Double stranded RNA targeting proline-rich nuclear receptor coactivator 2 may compatiblize with biocontrol in Henosepilachna vigintioctopunctata. Journal of Insect Science (Under Review)
- Wu JJ, Mu LL, Kang WN, Ze LJ, Shen CH, Jin L, Anjum AA, Li GQ. RNA interference targeting ecdysone receptor blocks the larval-pupal transition in Henosepilachna vigintioctopunctata. Insect Science. 2021 Apr. Read Here
- Zeng J, Mu LL, Jin L, Anjum AA, Li GQ. Evaluation of three vacuolar ATPase genes as potential RNAi target in Henosepilachna vigintioctopunctata. Journal of Asia-Pacific Entomology. 2021. Read Here
- Wu JJ, Mu LL, Kang WN, Ze LJ, Shen CH, Jin L, Anjum AA, Li GQ. Knockdown of vacuolar ATPase Subunit G Gene affect larval survival and impaired pupation and adult emergence in RNA interference targeting ecdysone receptor blocks the larval-pupal transition in Henosepilachna vigintioctopunctata. Insect Science. 2021 Oct. Read Here
- Xu P, Ze LJ, Kang WN, Wu JJ, Jin L, Anjum AA, Li GQ. Functional divergence of white genes in Henosepilachna vigintioctopunctata revealed by RNA interference. Insect Molecular Biology. 2020. Read Here
- Zeng J, Kang WN, Jin L, Anjum AA, Li GQ. Vacuolar ATPase subunit F is critical for larval survival in Henosepilachna vigintioctopunctata. Insect Molecular Biology. 2021 Nov. Read Here
- Jiang LH, Mu LL, Jin L, Anjum AA, Li GQ. Silencing uridine diphosphate N-acetylglucosamine pyrophosphorylase gene impairs larval development in Henosepilachna vigintioctopunctopunctata. Pest Management Science. 2022 Sep. Read Here
- Jiang LH, Mu LL, Jin L, Anjum AA, Li GQ. RNAi for chitin synthase 1 rather than 2 causes growth delay and molting defect in Henosepilachna vigintioctopunctata. Pesticide Biochemistry and Physiology. 2021 Oct. Read Here
- Ze LJ, Xu P, Kang WN, Wu JJ, Jin L, Anjum AA, Li GQ. Disruption of kynurenine pathway reveals physiological importance of tryptophan catabolism in Henosepilachna vigintioctopunctata. Amino Acids. 2021 Jul. Read Here
- Haider K, Muhammad AB, Abdul B, Sagheer A, Anjum AA, Ali B, Arif H, Abid Hameed, Yong W, Reem AA, Din MM, Muhammad I. Effect of host plant on cornucopia of mango fruit flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) and their triumphant management in context of climate change. Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences. 2021 Jul. Read Here
- Zeng J, Mu LL, Jin L, Anjum AA, Li GQ. RNAi of vacuolar-type H+-ATPase genes causes growth delay and molting defect in Henosepilachna vigintioctopunctata. Bulletin of Entomological Research. 2021 Jun. Read Here
- Akthar ZR J, Jin L, Ali Anjum A, Saeed J, Khlaid J. Resistance development in bollworms against Bt proteins deployed in genetically modified cotton. Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies. 2018. Read Here