Jiawen Zhan | Bio- Materials | Outstanding Scientist Award

Dr. Jiawen Zhan, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences WangJing Hospital, China.

Dr. Jiawen Zhan is a Vice Chief Physician and Assistant to the Dean at Wangjing Hospital, CACMS, Beijing, China. With expertise in traditional Chinese medicine and integrated Chinese-Western medical approaches, Dr. Zhan leads innovative research in musculoskeletal health, particularly intervertebral disc nutrition metabolism and sports medicine. A recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including a Gold Medal at the Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions, Dr. Zhan contributes to advancing orthopedic medicine through groundbreaking research, clinical expertise, and leadership. Passionate about merging tradition with innovation, Dr. Zhan is committed to improving patient outcomes globally.

Publication profile

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Education and Experience

Ph.D. in Traditional Chinese Medicine Orthopedics and Traumatology (2012–2015)
China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
Master’s in Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine (2010–2012)
Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
Bachelor’s in Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine (2005–2010)
Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
Vice Chief Physician | Assistant to the Dean (2019–Present)
Wangjing Hospital, CACMS, Beijing, China
Team Member, Technological Innovation Program, CACMS (2021–Present)
Resident to Attending Physician (2015–2019)
Wangjing Hospital, CACMS, Beijing, China

Suitability For The Award

Dr. Jiawen Zhan is a highly accomplished candidate for the Outstanding Scientist Award, with remarkable contributions to the field of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), particularly in sports medicine, orthopedics, and the integration of Chinese and Western medicine.

Professional Development

Dr. Jiawen Zhan has established a distinguished career blending traditional Chinese medicine with modern innovations in orthopedics and sports medicine. As Assistant to the Dean and Vice Chief Physician at Wangjing Hospital, Dr. Zhan has pioneered research funded by prestigious grants, focusing on discogenic low-back pain and nutritional metabolism in intervertebral discs. A leader in Beijing’s medical innovation circles, Dr. Zhan also serves as Reserve Leader of Key Discipline at the Beijing Institute of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine. Through collaboration and scientific excellence, Dr. Zhan is advancing integrative medical care.

Research Focus

Dr. Jiawen Zhan’s research delves into musculoskeletal health, emphasizing innovative approaches to address intervertebral disc degeneration and sports injuries. Central to the research is the Bushen Huoxue Formula, which explores its modulation of extracellular vesicle miR-576-5p and its impact on endplate cartilage and disc nutrition. Additionally, Dr. Zhan investigates the muscle-bone imbalance in discogenic low-back pain, contributing to the intersection of traditional Chinese remedies and cutting-edge biomedical technologies. This research underscores Dr. Zhan’s dedication to integrative, patient-centered advancements in orthopedic medicine.

Awards and Honors

Gold Medal at Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions (2024)
Invention and Entrepreneurship Award – Innovation Prize, First Class (2024)
Science and Technology Progress Award – World Federation of Chinese Medicine Societies, First Class (2019)

Publications

Magnetic resonance imaging classification in a percutaneous needle injury rat model of intervertebral disc degeneration (Liang, S., Li, N., Zhan, J., et al.) – Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research, 2024, 19(1), 632
The relationship between the ratio of the supraspinatus muscle thickness measured by ultrasound imaging and glenohumeral subluxation in stroke patients (Xie, H., Zhang, Q., Zhan, J., et al.) – Frontiers in Neurology, 2024, 15, 1407638
Traditional Chinese Medicine formula Bu-Shen-Huo-Xue-Fang (BSHXF) protects nucleus pulposus cells against the inflammatory and oxidative stress-induced degenerative changes (Li, L., Wei, X., Li, K., et al.) – Journal of Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Analysis, 2023, 236, 115656
Salvianolic acid A contributes to cartilage endplate cell restoration by regulating miR-940 and miR-576-5p (Zhan, J.-W., Wang, S.-Q., Chen, M., et al.) – Zhongguo gu shang = China journal of orthopaedics and traumatology, 2023, 36(10), 982–989
Efficacy and Safety of Bushen Huoxue Formula in Patients with Discogenic Low-Back Pain: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial (Zhan, J.-W., Li, K.-M., Zhu, L.-G., et al.) – Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine, 2022, 28(11), 963–970
Research progress in mechanism of Chinese herbal compounds and monomers in delaying lumbar intervertebral disc degeneration (Sun, K., Zhu, L.-G., Wei, X., et al.) – Zhongguo Zhongyao Zazhi, 2022, 47(9), 2400–2408
Fangji Huangqi Detumescence Prescription Treats Synovitis in Rats with Knee Osteoarthritis by Modulating Polarization of Synovial Macrophages (Wei, Y.-F., Cheng, T., Xiao, X., et al.) – Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae, 2022, 28(13), 112–122
From Mechanobiology to Mechanical Repair Strategies: A Bibliometric Analysis of Biomechanical Studies of Intervertebral Discs (Zhang, D., Feng, M., Liu, W., et al.) – Journal of Pain Research, 2022, 15, 2105–2122

Yuxuan Du | Bio-Materials | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Yuxuan Du, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences WangJing Hospital, China.

Dr. Yuxuan Du is a dedicated researcher specializing in traditional Chinese medicine orthopedics and traumatology at Wangjing Hospital, CACMS. With expertise in intervertebral disc degeneration and discogenic low-back pain, Dr. Du has contributed to significant research, including projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation and Beijing Natural Science Foundation. A recipient of numerous innovation awards, Dr. Du co-authored high-impact studies, such as cartilage endplate-targeted hydrogel applications in disc degeneration. Driven by innovation, Dr. Du blends ancient Chinese medical practices with modern scientific methodologies to advance musculoskeletal health.

Publication profile

Education and Experience

Master’s in Traditional Chinese Medicine Orthopedics and Traumatology (2023–2026)
China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China

Bachelor’s in Traditional Chinese Medicine (2018–2022)
Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, China

Research Participation

National Natural Science Foundation – General Project (2023–2026)
Beijing Natural Science Foundation – General Project (2024–2026)
CACMS Excellence Program – Innovative Young Talents (2019–2022)

Suitability For The Award

Dr. Yuxuan Du is an outstanding candidate for the Young Scientist Award, given his exemplary academic background and research contributions in the field of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Orthopedics and Traumatology. Currently pursuing a Master’s degree at the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences (CACMS), Dr. Du has an impressive record of both academic excellence and innovative research. His Bachelor’s degree in TCM from Tianjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine further highlights his solid foundation in this domain.

Professional Development

Dr. Yuxuan Du is shaping the future of musculoskeletal health through groundbreaking research in traditional Chinese medicine orthopedics and traumatology. Key projects include exploring Bushen Huoxue Formula’s role in regulating extracellular vesicle miR-576-5p and endplate cartilage metabolism. An active contributor to innovative treatments for intervertebral disc degeneration and muscle-bone imbalances, Dr. Du bridges ancient Chinese remedies with modern advancements. Dr. Du’s collaborative efforts in hydrogel development and entrepreneurship competitions highlight a commitment to translational medicine and patient-centered solutions.

Research Focus

Dr. Yuxuan Du’s research focuses on musculoskeletal health, particularly intervertebral disc degeneration and its nutritional metabolism mechanisms. Investigations include the role of extracellular vesicles, engineered hydrogels, and Bushen Huoxue Formula in endplate cartilage improvement. Dr. Du also studies discogenic low-back pain through muscle-bone imbalance analyses, aiming to merge traditional Chinese medicine’s holistic principles with advanced biomedical engineering. The work contributes to innovative treatments, ensuring sustainable and effective patient outcomes.

Awards and Honors

Third place in the International Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition
Second place in the International Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition
Recognized among Beijing’s Top 100 Entrepreneurial Teams

Publications

Cartilage Endplate-Targeted Engineered Exosome Releasing and Acid Neutralizing Hydrogel Reverses Intervertebral Disc Degeneration