Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Zhiqin Ji"
- Zhiqin Ji's recent research predominantly focuses on the synthesis of novel herbicidal compounds and their associated biological activities, particularly targeting specific biosynthetic pathways in plants to enhance herbicide efficacy and selectivity.
- A significant portion of his studies has identified and developed lead compounds such as N-benzyl-6-methylpicolinamide and various derivatives of benzothiazoles and benzamides, demonstrating promising herbicidal activities through structure-activity relationship (SAR) analyses.
- Additionally, Ji has explored the potential of natural products, such as alkaloids from Picrasma quassioides and periplocosides from Periploca sepium, for antifungal and insecticidal applications, showcasing the diverse scope of his research in agrochemicals.
