Zhichao (Mike) Yan, born in Taizhou, Zhejiang Province, specializes in biological pest control (with a focus on parasitic wasps). He has published first/corresponding-author (including co-authored) papers in journals such as Molecular Biology and Evolution, eLife, PLoS Pathogens, Journal of Biological Chemistry, and Molecular Ecology Resources. His intellectual property portfolio includes 4 invention patents, 2 utility model patents, and 2 software copyrights. Zhichao Yan has been recognized through prestigious awards, including: 2020 Jiangsu Provincial "Shuangchuang Doctor" Talent Program, 2023 Jiangsu Provincial "Technology Deputy" Program, "Binjiang Cornerstone" Outstanding Talent at Nanjing Agricultural University. He has led multiple research projects funded by National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC), Hainan Provincial Natural Science Foundation, Jiangsu Agricultural Science and Technology Independent Innovation Fund, China Postdoctoral Science Foundation.