Zizhong Qi is a senior engineer and associate professor at the Ocean University of China, specialising in microbial biotechnology, seaweed, probiotics, aquaculture live food, fermentation technology, and underwater bio-survey. He provides ecological solutions for sustainable culture and leads the international cooperation base for aquaculture and fisheries technology in Shandong Province. Zizhong complements his research by training students and industrial researchers at various levels, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in his field.