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Prof. Dr. Xiaoyan Bai | Nephrology | Outstanding Scientist Award

Professor Xiaoyan Bai is a Professor of Nephrology at Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital and Southern Medical University, where she also serves as Vice Dean of the Graduate School at Guangdong Medical University. She earned her medical and doctoral degrees in Pathology and completed her postdoctoral training at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in the United States. Her research focuses on the molecular mechanisms of diabetic nephropathy, podocyte injury, and renal fibrosis, with a strong emphasis on translating discoveries into therapeutic strategies. She has published widely in high-impact journals, received provincial recognition for scientific advancement, and leads multiple national research projects while mentoring future scholars.

Prof. Dr. Xiaoyan Bai | Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital | China

Profile

SCOPUS

Education

  • Professor Xiaoyan Bai holds both a Doctor of Medicine and a Doctor of Philosophy in Pathology. She further advanced her academic journey by completing postdoctoral training at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in the United States. Her strong educational foundation in clinical and molecular medicine has guided her research in nephrology, particularly in the fields of diabetic kidney disease and renal fibrosis.

Experience

  • She currently serves as a Professor of Nephrology at Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital and Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences, affiliated with Southern Medical University. In addition, she holds the position of Vice Dean at the Graduate School of Guangdong Medical University. Beyond her academic appointments, she actively engages in leading and supervising doctoral students while managing key national and provincial research projects. Her experience is also enriched through collaborations with international institutions, such as UT Southwestern Medical Center, and through her involvement in peer review for leading journals.

Awards and Recognition

  • Professor Bai has been recognized with significant scientific honors, including the First Prize for Scientific and Technological Advancement from Guangdong Province. This award highlights her impactful contributions to understanding the mechanisms underlying diabetic nephropathy and kidney fibrosis.

Skills and Expertise

  • She possesses expertise in experimental pathology, molecular biology, and translational nephrology research. Her skills extend to leading large-scale research projects, supervising postgraduate training, and publishing in high-impact international journals. Additionally, she has experience in industry collaborations, patent development, and academic writing. Her editorial contributions and peer-review activities for international journals also demonstrate her critical evaluation skills and leadership in the field of kidney disease research.

Research Focus 

  • Her primary research interests center on the molecular mechanisms of diabetic nephropathy, podocyte injury, renal tubulointerstitial fibrosis, and hypertensive kidney damage. She explores novel therapeutic pathways and potential drug targets, with a strong emphasis on bridging molecular mechanisms to clinical treatment strategies.

Publications

  • Flot2 protects against podocyte injury by maintaining the stability of synaptopodin in diabetic nephropathy,  Metabolism: Clinical and Experimental, 2025

  • Effectiveness and safety of finerenone in membranous nephropathy patients: a retrospective, real-world study, International Urology and Nephrology, 2025

  • The roles and functions of TMEM protein family members in cancers, cardiovascular and kidney diseases (Review), [Journal not shown in preview], 2025

  • Single-Cell Dissection of the Biological Function and Molecular Features Underlying the Micropeptide LSMEM1 in Kidney, Advanced Science, 2025

  • Single-cell transcriptome atlas in C57BL/6 mice encodes morphological phenotypes in the aging kidneys, BMC Nephrology, 2024

Conclusion

  • Professor Xiaoyan Bai stands out as a visionary leader in nephrology whose research has advanced the understanding of diabetic nephropathy, renal fibrosis, and kidney injury mechanisms. Her combination of scientific innovation, impactful publications, and commitment to mentorship and collaboration makes her a strong contender for the Research for Outstanding Scientist Award. With her continued focus on translational medicine and international engagement, she is well-positioned to shape the future of kidney disease research and improve patient outcomes worldwide.

Xiaoyan Bai | Nephrology | Outstanding Scientist Award

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