Academician/Research Scholar, Jiangsu University, China
🎓 Zhou Maile is an Associate Professor and Director of the Teaching Department at the School of Agricultural Engineering, Jiangsu University. With a Ph.D. in Agricultural Mechanization Engineering, he is a leading figure in mechanized transplantation technology and equipment. His innovative research has significantly advanced agricultural machinery, earning him several patents and contributing to China’s agricultural industry.
Publication Profile
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Strengths for the Award:
- Academic and Research Contributions: Zhou Maile has a strong academic background with a PhD in Agricultural Mechanization Engineering and significant research experience in mechanized transplantation technology and kinematic machinery. His research includes major projects funded by national and provincial bodies, indicating his active involvement in important, impactful research.
- Publications and Patents: Zhou has published 13 SCI papers and 3 EI papers as the first or corresponding author, demonstrating his ability to contribute meaningfully to the scientific community. Additionally, he holds 15 invention patents, including one international patent, and more than 20 software copyrights. These achievements highlight his innovative work in agricultural engineering.
- Practical Impact: His work on rice bowl seedling transplanting mechanisms and other transplanting machinery has led to practical applications and commercialization. Zhou’s research has been successfully transferred to companies and is being used in multiple provinces in China, showcasing the real-world impact of his work.
- Collaboration and Project Leadership: He has been involved in collaborative activities, with joint publications and several research projects, as well as playing a leading role in key national and international projects. This shows his capacity to work within large teams and manage research initiatives effectively.
- Recognition: Zhou has received 3 awards and has been actively involved in professional bodies, further supporting his candidacy for this award.
Areas for Improvement:
- International Exposure: While Zhou has a strong national presence, there is no mention of international collaborations or conference presentations. Expanding his research visibility on a global scale and engaging with international conferences or collaborations could enhance his profile.
- Speaking Engagements: The absence of invited speaker roles or significant conference presentations suggests that there may be room to increase his visibility in the academic community through active participation in international or national forums.
- Consultancy Work: Although he has extensive research experience, Zhou does not report any consultancy projects or industry-sponsored projects. This is an area that could potentially be developed further to bridge the gap between academia and industry.
Education:
📘 Zhou Maile holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural Mechanization Engineering from Northeast Agricultural University (2017), a Master’s in Mechanical Design and Theory from Zhejiang University of Technology (2014), and a Bachelor’s in Industrial Design from Inner Mongolia Agricultural University (2011). His solid academic foundation has equipped him with expertise in the field of mechanized transplantation.
Experience:
🔧 Zhou began his academic career as a lecturer at Northeast Agricultural University in 2017 before moving to Jiangsu University, where he became an Associate Professor in 2021. His postdoctoral work at Jiangsu University since 2020 has further strengthened his research in the agricultural engineering sector, particularly in mechanization technology.
Research Focus:
🔬 Zhou’s research focuses on the optimization of non-circular wheel systems in transplanting machinery. His notable work in the development of the K-H-V non-circular wheel system for rice transplantation has been transferred to industry for large-scale application. His innovations aim to enhance mechanized cotton production and seedling transplanting technologies.
Awards and Honors:
🏆 Zhou has received three prestigious awards, reflecting his outstanding contribution to research and agricultural engineering. His work on mechanization technology has also been recognized with several patents, including 15 invention patents, one international patent, and multiple utility model patents.
Publication Top Notes:
📝 Zhou Maile has authored 13 SCI-indexed papers and 3 EI-indexed papers. His research has been cited widely, with a cumulative impact factor of 23.6 over the last three years.
Kinematic Analysis of Non-Circular Wheel Transplanting Mechanism (2021) – Journal of Agricultural Engineering Research – Cited by 5
Development of a Seedling Picking Mechanism for Plug Seedlings (2020) – International Journal of Agricultural and Biological Engineering – Cited by 4
Transplanting Technology in Cotton Mechanization (2019) – Journal of Mechanized Agriculture – Cited by 3
Conclusion:
Zhou Maile is an excellent candidate for the Research for Young Scientist Award due to his innovative research in mechanized transplantation technology, his numerous patents, and his contribution to the commercialization of agricultural machinery. His strong academic record, leadership in national research projects, and the practical application of his research make him a standout candidate. With further international exposure and speaking engagements, he has the potential to enhance his research impact even more.