Xuemin Jin | Medical Hypotheses | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Xuemin Jin, Jilin University, China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xuemin Jin is a leading scientist in the field of veterinary parasitology and zoonotic diseases. With over a decade of research experience, she has contributed significantly to understanding host–parasite–microbiome interactions, helminth immunology, and vaccine development. Currently an Associate Professor at the Institute of Zoonoses, Jilin University, she holds key roles in national and international scientific bodies, such as the International Commission on Trichinosis and the OIE Collaborating Centre for Foodborne Parasitic Diseases. Her work bridges parasitology, microbiota, and immunology, with her findings published in high-impact journals like Signal Transduction and Targeted Therapy, Gut Microbes, and PLoS Pathogens. A recipient of several prestigious grants from China’s National Natural Science Foundation and the Ministry of Science and Technology, Dr. Jin is a recognized leader advancing the frontiers of zoonotic parasitic disease research.

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Education

Dr. Xuemin Jin completed her academic training entirely at Jilin University, one of China’s top veterinary and medical research institutions. She earned her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Veterinary Medicine from the College of Veterinary Medicine in 2015. She then pursued a Ph.D. in Veterinary Parasitology, completed in 2020, where she explored the molecular and immunological mechanisms of Trichinella spiralis. Following her doctorate, she continued her scholarly path as a Postdoctoral Fellow from 2020 to 2022 at the Institute of Zoonoses, Jilin University, where she specialized in zoonotic parasitic infections and host-pathogen interactions. Her academic trajectory showcases a strong foundation in experimental parasitology, immunomodulation, and zoonotic disease control strategies.

Experience

Dr. Jin began her academic career as a Lecturer at the College of Veterinary Medicine, Jilin University (2020–2022), contributing to teaching and mentoring in parasitology and immunopathology. Since 2022, she has been serving as an Associate Professor at the Institute of Zoonoses, where she leads research on Trichinella spiralis and intestinal helminth-microbiota interactions. She plays a key role in collaborative vaccine development initiatives and oversees multiple research grants. Additionally, she has held notable academic positions including committee memberships in the 8th Veterinary Discipline Evaluation Group of the State Council, OIE Collaborating Centre, and the International Commission on Trichinosis. These roles highlight her credibility and thought leadership in the field.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Jin has received multiple accolades through prestigious national-level funding, including leading and sub-leading roles in National Natural Science Foundation of China’s Key Program and 14th Five-Year Plan Key R&D Projects by the Ministry of Science and Technology. These grants, totaling millions of RMB, underscore the scientific community’s trust in her expertise. She serves as a Committee Member for global parasitology initiatives such as the International Commission on Trichinosis, and holds national recognition through the Veterinary Discipline Evaluation Group of the Academic Degrees Committee of the State Council. Her continuous engagement in international and policy-level scientific networks highlights her influential status in zoonotic and veterinary research.

Research Focus

Dr. Jin’s primary research centers on zoonotic parasitic diseases, particularly Trichinella spiralis, integrating host immunity, microbiome regulation, and vaccine development. Her work reveals novel immunological mechanisms, such as the role of β-glucans and intestinal bacteria (e.g., Akkermansia muciniphila) in modulating helminth-induced pathology and immune responses. She has made groundbreaking findings in TLR2/NLRP3-mediated pathways, host-protective immunity, and the cross-talk between helminths and commensal gut bacteria. Additionally, she contributes to the development of recombinant and genetically engineered vaccines for zoonotic infections, aligning with global One Health strategies. Her research is interdisciplinary, with applications in veterinary public health, immunology, and parasitic disease control.

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