Biographies:

Nianzhi JIAO, Xiaman University, China

Nianzhi Jiao is a distinguished professor at the Ocean and Earth College of Xiamen University and an academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. He is also a member of the Academy of Sciences for the Developing World. Professor Jiao's research focuses on the intricate processes and mechanisms of marine microorganisms, with a particular emphasis on their roles in carbon cycling. His work has significantly advanced our understanding of marine ecosystems and their global implications.