Assist. Prof. Dr. Xinling Wang | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Wang Xinling is an Associate Researcher at Shandong University and a Postdoctoral Researcher at Freiburg University. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, with expertise in psychiatric research, focusing on the molecular mechanisms of mood disorders. Her work explores the role of clock genes in bipolar disorder, particularly the CREB–PER2 crosstalk in mood transitions. She has published nine SCI papers, secured research funding, and collaborates with leading scientists, including Tsvetan Serchov. As a youth editor for hLife, she continues to advance neurobiological research, aiming to uncover new therapeutic targets for psychiatric disorders.

Assist. Prof. Dr. Xinling Wang | Shandong University | China

Education

Dr. Wang Xinling obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Medicine from Xi’an Jiaotong University, followed by a Master’s degree in Psychiatry from Zhejiang University. She pursued her Ph.D. at the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, where she focused on the pathogenesis of depression and completed her doctoral studies in 2020.

Experience

From 2020 to 2023, Dr. Wang worked at Shandong University, where she conducted groundbreaking research on the pathogenesis of bipolar disorder. She then joined the CNRS in France as a postdoctoral researcher in Tsvetan Serchov’s group from 2023 to 2024, furthering her studies on bipolar disorder. In September 2024, she continued this research at Freiburg University while also holding a position as an associate researcher at Shandong University.

Awards and Recognitions

Dr. Wang has gained recognition in her field through her contributions to psychiatric research, earning prestigious research grants and securing funding for her projects. Her work has been widely cited, demonstrating its impact on the scientific community

Skills and Certifications

Dr. Wang specializes in psychiatric research with a strong focus on molecular mechanisms in mood disorders. She possesses expertise in clinical psychiatry, neurobiology, chronobiology, and molecular neuroscience, with advanced skills in animal behavior studies, data analysis, and scientific writing. She has successfully acquired research funding and collaborated internationally, further expanding her scientific network.

Research Focus

Dr. Wang’s research revolves around understanding the molecular mechanisms of mood disorders, particularly bipolar disorder. She investigates the role of clock genes in psychiatric conditions, with a specific focus on how the crosstalk between CREB and PER2 in the hippocampal CA1 region mediates the transition between manic and depressive episodes. Her work aims to uncover novel therapeutic targets for mood disorders and deepen the understanding of their biological underpinnings.

Conclusion

Dr. Wang Xinling’s exceptional contributions to psychiatric research, particularly in understanding the genetic and molecular underpinnings of bipolar disorder, make her a deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her innovative discoveries, high-impact publications, and dedication to advancing mental health research position her among the leading scientists in this field. Recognizing her work with this award would not only honor her achievements but also encourage further advancements in psychiatric neuroscience.

Publications

“The crosstalk between CREB and PER2 mediates the transition between mania- and depression-like behavior”
Authors: Xin-Ling Wang, Yan-Bin Ji, Su-Xia Li, Tsvetan Serchov
Journal: Neuropsychopharmacology
“A Pattern to Link Adenosine Signaling, Circadian System, and Potential Final Common Pathway in the Pathogenesis of Major Depressive Disorder”
Authors: Xin-Ling Wang, Wilf Gardner, Shu-Yan Yu, Tsvetan Serchov
Journal: Molecular Neurobiology
“Diurnal rhythm disruptions induced by chronic unpredictable stress relate to depression-like behaviors in rats”
Authors: Xin-Ling Wang, De-Quan Wang, Fu-Chao Jiao, Kai-Mo Ding, Yan-Bin Ji, Lin Lu, Kai Yuan, George Fu Gao, Su-Xia Li
Journal: Pharmacology Biochemistry and Behavior
“Regulation of Circadian Genes by the MAPK Pathway: Implications for Rapid Antidepressant Action”
Authors: Xin-Ling Wang, Kai Yuan, Wen Zhang, Su-Xia Li, George Fu Gao, Lin Lu
Journal: Neuroscience Bulletin
“Sympathetic skin response and R–R interval variation in the assessment of clinical remission of bipolar disorder”
Authors: Xin-Ling Wang, Ping Cao, Luoyi Xu, Liqiang Cai, Lei Zhang, Rui Feng, Hong Jiang, Wei Chen
Journal: Psychiatry Research

Xinling Wang | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award