Professor at The First Hospital of Jilin University, China
Prof. Dr. Jiancheng Xu is a highly respected academic and medical scientist specializing in clinical laboratory diagnostics, with over two decades of experience in research, diagnostics, and teaching. Serving as Professor, Chief Physician, and Doctoral Supervisor at the First Hospital of Jilin University, he has authored 135 academic papers, including 50 indexed by SCI, and has led 31 funded research projects totaling over 5.64 million yuan. Known for his work on diabetes complications, bacterial resistance, and machine learning applications in laboratory science, Prof. Xu has also contributed to drafting expert consensus documents, issuing local standards, and advancing diagnostic science through books, patents, and active involvement in national medical associations.
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Education
Prof. Xu’s educational path is grounded in clinical laboratory medicine, where he earned his medical doctorate with a specialized focus on laboratory diagnostics. His comprehensive training in clinical biochemistry, microbiology, molecular diagnostics, and statistical methods has enabled him to advance the standardization of laboratory practices and contribute to the development of new diagnostic assays. This education has provided a strong foundation for his extensive clinical and academic career, empowering him to bridge the gap between patient care and laboratory innovation.
Experience
With 23 years of hands-on clinical laboratory diagnostics practice, Prof. Xu has served in critical positions at the First Hospital of Jilin University. As Deputy Director of the Inspection Department, he has shaped quality control practices, participated in national standard-setting, and steered major diagnostic research projects. His vast experience encompasses the development of diagnostic reagents, machine learning-based prediction models, and high-throughput molecular testing. Additionally, his leadership in professional societies and educational programs reflects his broader commitment to advancing the field of laboratory medicine across China.
Research Interest
Prof. Xu’s primary research interests lie in the study of diabetes complications, antimicrobial resistance mechanisms, laboratory test reference interval standardization, and the development of predictive models using machine learning and large-scale clinical data. His focus on both experimental and clinical research demonstrates a commitment to translating laboratory discoveries into practical diagnostic tools, offering new insights into infectious diseases, metabolic disorders, and personalized medicine.
Award
Throughout his career, Prof. Xu has been nominated for numerous prestigious awards recognizing his groundbreaking work in laboratory medicine. His contributions have been acknowledged through his election to committee roles in the Laboratory Medicine Branch of the Chinese Medical Association, the Sino-Japanese Medical Science and Technology Exchange Association, and several innovation-focused health organizations. These nominations and awards reflect his outstanding service in advancing diagnostic research, clinical application, and medical education.
Publication
Prof. Xu has authored numerous influential papers, including:
“Characterisation and analysis of linear epitopes corresponding to SARS-CoV-2 outbreak in Jilin Province, China,” Journal of Medical Virology (2022), cited for advancing knowledge in viral diagnostics;
“Evaluation among trace elements, clinical parameters and type 1 diabetes according to sex,” Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology (2023), widely referenced in diabetes research;
“Evaluating the role of SARS-CoV-2 target genes based on two nucleic acid assay kits,” Frontiers in Public Health (2022), influencing COVID-19 testing protocols;
“Potential Predictive Value of miR-125b-5p, miR-155-5p and Their Target Genes in the Course of COVID-19,” Infection and Drug Resistance (2022), cited for its insights on biomarkers;
“Development of a machine learning-based risk prediction model for cerebral infarction,” Journal of Affective Disorders (2022), advancing AI in medical diagnosis;
“Establishment of gender- and age-specific reference intervals for serum liver function tests among the elderly,” Biochemia Medica (2022), improving geriatric diagnostics;
“An indirect approach for reference intervals establishment of immunoglobulin A, G and M,” Scandinavian Journal of Clinical and Laboratory Investigation (2022), a reference work for clinical laboratories.
Conclusion
Prof. Dr. Jiancheng Xu epitomizes the qualities celebrated by the Research for Best Researcher Award: intellectual rigor, innovative spirit, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to advancing medical science. His multi-dimensional contributions — from research breakthroughs and patents to scholarly publications and educational leadership — have significantly impacted both clinical practice and the global scientific community. Recognizing Prof. Xu with this award would not only honor his outstanding career but also set a sterling example of excellence for others in the field of medical laboratory science.