Moutai Institute | China
Dr. Zhang Baocheng is a distinguished researcher and science policy expert specializing in ecological restoration, invasive species management, and arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi. He earned his Ph.D. in Environmental Science and Ecology from the University of Oklahoma in 2012, where he served as a visiting scholar from 2008 to 2012. His academic journey includes key roles in science and technology policy: appointed as a Science and Technology Special Envoy by the Guizhou Provincial Department of Science and Technology in 2014, and as a Municipal Science and Technology Commissioner by the Municipal Science and Technology Bureau in 2016. In 2017, he was selected for the city’s “15851 Talent Project,” recognizing his contributions to scientific innovation. Dr. Zhang’s research focuses on the interactions between AM fungi and invasive plant species, particularly Alternanthera philoxeroides, exploring how soil substrates influence these relationships. His work has been published in reputable journals, including Scientific Reports, and has garnered significant attention in the field. Dr. Zhang’s contributions have been instrumental in advancing ecological restoration practices and invasive species management strategies. His academic impact is reflected in his h-index of 11, with over 854citations across 16 publications, highlighting his significant influence in his research domain.
Featured Publications
Zhang, B., Shen, L., Pan, Z., & Zeng, G. (2025). Effects of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and soil substrate on invasive plant Alternanthera philoxeroides.