CV
Basic Information
- Male, born in 1995, from Meizhou, Guangdong
- Highest education: doctoral degree program
- Highest degree: Ph.D. in Agriculture
- Research interest: algorithm development for animal genomic selection
Work Experience
- Technical ConsultantFujian Yongcheng Breeding Technology Group Co., Ltd.
Breeding Research and Development Department
- Postdoctoral ResearcherInstitute of Animal Science, Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences
Pig Breeding and Production Innovation Team
- Technical ConsultantJiangsu Lihua Food Group Co., Ltd.
Pig Breeding Unit
Education
| Period | Degree | University | Major | Supervisor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014-09 - 2018-06 | B.S. | South China Agricultural University | Animal Science | Changming Zhang |
| 2018-09 - 2020-07 | M.S. | China Agricultural University | Animal Husbandry | Jianfeng Liu |
| 2020-09 - 2024-07 | Ph.D. | China Agricultural University | Animal Genetics, Breeding and Reproduction | Jianfeng Liu |
Research Projects
| Period | Project | Funding | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026.07 – 2029.06 | Jiangsu Provincial Natural Science Foundation — Young Scientists Fund*** | CNY 200,000 | PI |
| 2024.08 – 2027.01 | Nanjing Postdoctoral Research FundingDevelopment and application of multibreed joint genomic genetic evaluation methods | CNY 50,000 | PI |
| 2021.12 – 2026.11 | Key R&D subproject*** | CNY 2.55 million | Participant |
| 2022.12 – 2025.11 | Guizhou Provincial Agricultural Science and Technology Support ProjectBreeding and propagation of a new Guizhou local pig breed | CNY 520,000 | Participant |
| 2020.01 – 2023.12 | NSFC General ProgramNew genomic selection methods based on multi-omics integration and feature extraction | CNY 570,000 | Participant |
Publications
First-author publications
- Li W, Li S, Du H, Huang Q, Zhuo Y, Zhou L, et al. Improving multibreed genomic prediction for breeds with small populations by modeling heterogeneous genetic (co)variance blockwise accounting for linkage disequilibrium. Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology. 2025;16(1):176. DOI ↗IF=6.5, CAS Q1 TOP
- Li W, Zhang M, Du H, Wu J, Zhou L, Liu J. Multi-Trait Bayesian Models Enhance the Accuracy of Genomic Prediction in Multi-Breed Reference Populations. Agriculture. 2024;14(4):626. DOI ↗IF=3.6, CAS Q2
- Li W, Wang Z, Luo S, Wu J, Zhou L, Liu J. Genome-Wide Association Analysis and Genetic Parameters for Feed Efficiency and Related Traits in Yorkshire and Duroc Pigs. Animals. 2022;12(15):1902. DOI ↗IF=3.2, CAS Q2
- Li W, Yu C, Fu Y, et al. Effects of reference panel construction strategies on genotype imputation accuracy in Suzi pigs. Journal of China Agricultural University. 2026;31(5):143-153.
- Li W, Li S, Liu J. Bayesian models for multibreed genomic selection considering covariance heterogeneity. The 22nd National Symposium on Animal Genetics and Breeding, Shanxi, 2023. Excellent presentation paper.
- Li W, Liu G, Zhou R, et al. Comparative analysis of whole-genome resequencing data from MGISEQ-2000, HiSeq 2000, and NovaSeq 6000 platforms. Chinese Journal of Animal Science. 2021;57(11):156-162.
- Li W, Zhou L, Li B, et al. Effects of intelligent feeding on production performance of lactating sows in Jinfen White pigs. Modern Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine. 2020(11):27-31.
Co-authored publications
- Fu Y, Li W, Dai C, Liao C, Cheng J, Li H, et al. Genome-Wide Association Study of First-Parity Reproductive Traits in Suzi Pig. Genes. 2025;16(11):1335. DOI ↗
- Guan S, Li W, Jin H, Zhang L, Liu G. Development and Validation of a 54K Genome-Wide Liquid SNP Chip Panel by Target Sequencing for Dairy Goat. Genes. 2023;14(5):1122. DOI ↗
- Xue Y, Liu S, Li W, Mao R, Zhuo Y, Xing W, et al. Genome-Wide Association Study Reveals Additive and Non-Additive Effects on Growth Traits in Duroc Pigs. Genes. 2022;13(8):1454. DOI ↗
- Diao C, Zhuo Y, Mao R, Li W, Du H, Zhou L, et al. Weighted Kernel Ridge Regression to Improve Genomic Prediction. Agriculture. 2025;15(5):445. DOI ↗
- Zhuo Y, Du H, Diao C, Li W, Zhou L, Jiang L, et al. MAGE: metafounders-assisted genomic estimation of breeding value, a novel additive-dominance single-step model in crossbreeding systems. Bioinformatics. 2024;40(2):btae044. DOI ↗
- Wang J, Wang X, Li W, et al. Canonical correlation analysis among feed intake, excretion, and growth traits in growing-finishing pigs in Beijing. Chinese Journal of Animal Science. 2020;56(01):100-104.
Software Copyrights and Patents
- Invention patent: Jianfeng Liu, Weining Li, A multibreed joint genomic genetic evaluation method and device, CN 118609649 B.
- Software copyright: Jianfeng Liu, Weining Li, Multibreed genomic selection software fitting heterogeneous genetic covariance V1.0, 2024SR0343499.
Academic Service
Practical Experience
| Period | Organization | Work |
|---|---|---|
| 2016.07 - 2016.08 | Yuncheng Wens Daping Breeding Duck Farm | Rotational internship |
| 2017.07 - 2017.08 | Jiangxi Xinfeng Wens Yangguang Breeding Pig Farm | Graduation rotational internship |
| 2018.06 - 2018.09 | Beijing Tianpeng Xingwang Breeding Co., Ltd. | Pig metabolism trial on energy saving and emission reduction |
| 2018.10 - 2019.12 | National core breeding farm under Shenzhen Kingsino | Routine genetic evaluation and genomic selection |
| 2019.10 - 2020.01 | Pingding Huayi Lean-type Breeding Pig Farm | Graduation project on intelligent sow feeding in Jinfen White pigs |
| 2020.01 - 2020.06 | National Animal Husbandry Service | Temporary technical assistance |
| 2020.07 - 2020.08 | Chengde Yihao Local Pig Farm, Hebei | Survey on intelligent environmental control and liquid feeding systems in Luchuan pigs |
| 2020.10 - 2020.11 | Hebei Zhengnong Animal Husbandry Co., Ltd. | Field survey and breeding data organization in Shenxian pigs |
| 2022.01 - 2022.02 | Hebei Zhengnong Animal Husbandry Co., Ltd. | Assisted breeding work for new breed development |
| 2022.10 - 2022.11 | Beijing Breeding Swine Center | Field survey and technical training |
Student Service
- Vice Chair, College Teaching Information Committee
- League Branch Secretary
- Academic Affairs Representative
- Vice President, Table Tennis Association
Awards
- Changxin Wu Excellent Paper Award in Animal Genetics and Breeding
- First Prize, Zhengdian Cup Livestock Farm Planning Competition
- University-level Outstanding Student Cadre
- University comprehensive evaluation scholarships, second and third prizes
- Four second-class graduate academic scholarships
- National Encouragement Scholarship
- Wens Scholarship and Yiduoli Scholarship
- Third place, men’s singles, university freshman table tennis tournament
- Runner-up, inter-college table tennis tournament
Analytical Skills
- ★★★ R
- ★★★ Linux (Bash)
- ★★★ DMU
- ★★☆ C
- ★★☆ BLUPF90
- ★☆☆ Julia