Author Profile
  Suitable for this Best Researcher Award
Dr. Juan Huang is a distinguished plant ecologist whose research has profoundly influenced our understanding of forest ecosystems’ responses to global environmental changes. Her work focuses on atmospheric nitrogen deposition, biogenic volatile organic compounds (BVOCs), and forest soil acidification processes. With a career spanning over 15 years, Dr. Huang has consistently demonstrated excellence in research, making her a fitting candidate for the Best Researcher Award.​
 EducationÂ
Dr. Juan Huang embarked on her academic journey with a Master’s degree in Ecology from the South China Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China (2002–2005). She further advanced her expertise by obtaining a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from Shanghai University, China (2006–2009). Her interdisciplinary educational background laid a solid foundation for her subsequent research endeavors in plant ecology and environmental science.​
 
  Professional Experience
Since September 2009, Dr. Huang has served as an Associate Professor at the South China Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences. Her role involves leading research projects, mentoring students, and contributing to the scientific community through publications and collaborations. From July 2015 to June 2016, she expanded her international experience as a Visiting Scholar at Texas A&M University, where she engaged in collaborative research on forest ecosystems. Her professional journey reflects a steadfast commitment to advancing plant ecological research.​
 Awards and RecognitionÂ
Dr. Huang’s contributions to plant ecology have been recognized through various accolades and honors. Her research has garnered attention in esteemed scientific journals, reflecting the significance and impact of her work. While specific awards are not listed, her consistent publication record and leadership in research projects underscore her standing in the scientific community. Her peers acknowledge her as a leading expert in her field, and her work continues to influence contemporary ecological studies.​
Dr. Huang possesses a comprehensive skill set in plant ecology research, encompassing field studies, laboratory experiments, and data analysis. Her expertise includes investigating the effects of nitrogen deposition on forest ecosystems, analyzing BVOC emissions, and studying soil acidification processes. She employs advanced methodologies to assess plant physiological responses and nutrient cycling within ecosystems. Her proficiency in integrating multidisciplinary approaches enables her to address complex ecological questions effectively.​
Publications
Responses of leaf traits of plantation tree species in South China under long-term nitrogen deposition – Journal of Plant Ecology, 2025.
Seven years phosphorus addition has no effect on soil acidity in two tropical plantations – Forest Ecology and Management, 2023.
Unexpected high retention of 15N-labeled nitrogen in a tropical legume forest under long-term nitrogen enrichment – Global Change Biology, 2022.
Long-term nitrogen deposition does not exacerbate soil acidification in tropical broadleaf plantations – Environmental Research Letters, 2021.
13-year nitrogen addition increases nonstructural carbon pools in subtropical forest trees in Southern China – Forest Ecology and Management, 2021.
Study on methane emission from tree leaves – Ecological and Environmental Sciences, 2021.
Effects of urbanization on plant phosphorus availability in broadleaf and needleleaf subtropical forests – Science of the Total Environment, 2019.
Sulfur deposition still contributes to forest soil acidification in the Pearl River Delta, South China – Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2019.
Stoichiometry controls asymbiotic nitrogen fixation and its response to nitrogen inputs in a nitrogen-saturated forest – Ecology, 2018.
Warming effects on the decomposition of two litter species in model subtropical forests – Plant and Soil, 2017.
Responses of inorganic nitrogen of forest soils to urbanization in Pearl River Delta, South China – 2nd International Conference on Environmental Science and Engineering, 2017.
Different responses of asymbiotic nitrogen fixation to nitrogen addition between disturbed and rehabilitated subtropical forests – Science of the Total Environment, 2017.
The Effect of Simulated Nitrogen Deposition on the Emission of Carbonyl Compounds from Ormosia pinnata and Cinnamomum burmannii – Expert Opinion on Environmental Biology.