Dr. Jia Peng, a Lecturer at the College of Forestry, Hebei Agricultural University, holds a Ph.D. in Pomology from Northwest A&F University. Current research focuses on molecular mechanisms regulating plant development and stress tolerance in key horticultural crops including apple, walnut, kiwifruit, and raspberry. With over 20 peer-reviewed publications in international journals such as International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, Plant Science, and Scientia Horticulturae, this work has contributed to understanding genetic and epigenetic controls of plant development and stress adaptation. Editorial service includes membership on the Editorial Board of BMC Plant Biology and ad hoc reviewing for high-impact journals including New Phytologist. Recognition of expertise in fruit molecular biology encompasses selection as a Young Expert in Agricultural Revitalization by Hebei Agricultural University and designation as a Young Top-notch Innovative Talent in Science and Technology by the Hebei Provincial Forestry and Grassland Bureau.