Yu Pan | Medicine and Health Sciences | Young Scientist Award

Yu Pan | Medicine and Health Sciences | Young Scientist Award

Dr Yu Pan, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, China

Dr. Yu Pan is a pioneering medical scientist and attending physician at the Department of General Surgery, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital, China. His groundbreaking research bridges immunotherapy and pancreatic cancer treatment, focusing on mechanisms shaping the tumor microenvironment and translating them into clinical applications. As the principal investigator of multiple prestigious grants, Dr. Pan leads a laboratory exploring mRNA vaccine development and immune regulation in pancreatic malignancies. With over a dozen high-impact publications, including in Nature Nanotechnology and JITC, his work is rapidly transforming the therapeutic landscape. An active mentor and educator, he has guided eight Master’s students, several of whom now pursue PhDs or hold clinical positions at top hospitals. Recognized for academic excellence and innovation, Dr. Pan exemplifies the qualities of a future leader in oncology and immunology. His contributions reflect a deep commitment to both science and society.

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Education

Dr. Yu Pan is a dedicated medical professional with a strong academic background in Medical Sciences ๐Ÿง ๐Ÿ”ฌ. He began he journey in medicine at Anhui Medical University, China, where he earned he Bachelor’s degree between 2008 and 2013 ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ. He passion for advancing healthcare led he to pursue further studies at Fujian Medical University. From 2014 to 2017, he completed he Masterโ€™s degree in Medical Sciences, specializing in General Surgery ๐Ÿฅ๐Ÿฉบ. Demonstrating exceptional commitment to surgical research and clinical excellence, Dr. Pan continued at the same university to obtain her Ph.D. in Medical Sciences from 2017 to 2020 ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ”. During her academic career, she gained extensive experience in surgical techniques, research methodologies, and patient care, contributing significantly to the field of general surgery ๐Ÿ“š. He educational path reflects a continuous pursuit of knowledge and skill development, underscoring he role as a dedicated surgeon and researcher committed to medical innovation and patient well-being โค๏ธโ€๐Ÿฉน.

Experience

Dr. Yu Pan is a dedicated surgical professional with extensive experience in clinical practice, teaching, and mentorship. From 2020 to 2022, Dr. Pan completed a surgical residency at the Department of Surgery, Fujian Medical University Union Hospital ๐Ÿฅ. Since 2022, he has served as a Staff Attending Physician in the Department of General Surgery ๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ. Alongside his clinical duties, Dr. Pan has been actively involved in teaching as an Instructor for Clinical Skills Training Classes (2022โ€“2024) at Fujian Medical University ๐ŸŽ“. He has also served as a thesis advisor for Masterโ€™s students since 2021, mentoring eight students in total. Five have graduated, with three pursuing PhDs and two now practicing at top institutions, including Jinhua Hospital and Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center ๐ŸŽฏ. His mentees have published in prestigious journals such as JITC, Functional Integrated Genomics, Frontiers in Pharmacology, and Cell Death & Disease ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ”ฌ, reflecting Dr. Panโ€™s strong academic impact.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Yu Pan is a highly accomplished medical researcher recognized for his consistent contributions to science and healthcare advancement ๐Ÿงฌ๐Ÿฉบ. He currently leads the 2025 Overseas Study Program for Young and Middle-Aged Medical Talents in Fujian Province ๐ŸŒโœจ. In 2023, he was selected for the Excellent Young Scholars Cultivation Project by Fujian Medical University Union Hospital (No. 2022XH025) ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿ”ฌ๐Ÿ…. His expertise earned national recognition through the prestigious 2021 National Natural Science Foundation of China grant (No. 82103310) ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ”. That same year, he secured funding from the Natural Science Foundation of Fujian Province (No. 2021J01774) and played a pivotal role in the Joint Funds of the Scientific and Technological Innovation Program of Fujian Province (No. 2020Y9081) ๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ”ฌ. Additionally, Dr. Pan led the 2020 Fujian Provincial Health Technology Project (No. 2020GGA029), further highlighting his dedication to medical research and innovation in the region.

Research Focus

Dr. Yu Pan’s research centers on pancreatic cancer and inflammatory-immune responses, with a strong emphasis on immune regulation, tumor microenvironment, and therapeutic targets ๐Ÿงฌ๐Ÿฉธ. His studies explore the role of Annexin A1, CD47-targeted therapies, and immune checkpoints in pancreatic disorders, especially pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC) and neuroendocrine neoplasms ๐Ÿงซ๐Ÿง . Through single-cell analysis, preclinical models, and clinical translation, Dr. Pan investigates how immune dynamics shape disease progression and treatment outcomes ๐Ÿงช๐Ÿ“Š. His work contributes significantly to immunotherapy and precision medicine in gastrointestinal oncology, aiming to improve prognosis and treatment for patients with severe pancreatic conditions ๐Ÿ’Š๐Ÿง ๐Ÿง‘โ€โš•๏ธ.

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Lei Tong | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Lei Tong | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr Lei Tong, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, China

Dr. Aayushi ๐Ÿงช๐ŸŽ“ is a highly accomplished researcher in Chemical Sciences, securing an All India Rank of 02 in CSIR NET (Dec 2023) ๐Ÿ†. She qualified IIT JAM (2017) and received prestigious scholarships, including the CBSE CSSS (2014-2019) and Thapar Institute Merit Scholarship (2018) ๐ŸŽ–๏ธ. Honored with the Young Achiever Award (2021) ๐ŸŒŸ, she excelled in research, winning Best Oral Presentation at EMSD-2022 ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ and Best Poster Award at CEEMS Doctorate Scholarโ€™s Day-2024 ๐Ÿ–ผ๏ธ. Her work on carbon quantum dots for metal ion detection highlights her expertise in materials science and sensors ๐Ÿ”ฌโš›๏ธ.

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Dr. Lei Tong ๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿ”ฌ is a dedicated research assistant at the Institute of Basic Theories of Chinese Medicine, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences (since August 2023). With a strong academic foundation, Dr. Tong earned a Ph.D. (2018-2023) and a Bachelor’s degree (2014-2018) from the University of Science and Technology Beijing ๐ŸŽ“. His research integrates traditional Chinese medicine with modern scientific methodologies, contributing to innovative medical advancements. Passionate about bridging ancient wisdom with contemporary research, Dr. Tong continues to explore fundamental theories in Chinese medicine to enhance healthcare solutions. ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ”Ž

Research

Dr. Lei Tong focuses on integrating stem cells, organoids, microfluidic chips, and single-cell omics ๐Ÿงฌ๐Ÿ”ฌ to develop a multi-organoid chip model for understanding disease and syndrome interactions in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) ๐ŸŒฟ. This innovative approach deciphers the spatio-temporal evolution of TCM syndromes and their biological basis. Additionally, Dr. Tong utilizes chromatogram-mass spectrometry, bioinformatics, and metabolomics ๐Ÿงช๐Ÿ“Š to identify active components in classic prescriptions, tracing their path to the brain ๐Ÿง . His research unveils the multi-component, multi-cell, multi-target neuroprotective mechanisms of TCM, offering new insights into holistic healing and modern medical applications. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’Š

Project

Dr. Lei Tong is actively engaged in pioneering research in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ”ฌ. He leads multiple prestigious projects, including the Youth Project of Beijing Natural Science Foundation (2024-2026) ๐Ÿ…, and the Science and Technology Innovation Project of the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences (2023-2025) ๐Ÿ’ก. Additionally, he is part of the Special Project for Training Outstanding Young Scientific and Technological Talents (2023-2026) ๐ŸŽ“ and a key researcher at the Research Institute of Basic Theories of TCM (2024-2027) ๐Ÿ“š. His work contributes to advancing innovative technologies and methodologies in TCM for future medical breakthroughs ๐ŸŒโœจ.

Research Focus

Dr. Lei Tong’s research primarily focuses on neurodegenerative diseases ๐Ÿง ๐Ÿฆ , particularly Parkinsonโ€™s disease (PD) ๐Ÿฅ๐Ÿงฌ. His work explores novel therapeutic strategies, including herbal medicine ๐ŸŒฟ, stem cell therapy ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿ”ฌ๐Ÿงซ, and nanotechnology-based drug delivery ๐Ÿ’Š๐Ÿ”ฌ. He investigates neuronal synaptic plasticity ๐Ÿ”—, oligodendrocyte apoptosis โšก, and inflammation control ๐Ÿ”ฅ to mitigate PD progression. Additionally, his studies extend to brain organoids ๐Ÿ—๏ธ๐Ÿง  for drug discovery and protein aggregation targeting ๐Ÿน in neurodegeneration. His interdisciplinary approach also includes fluorescent sensing ๐ŸŸฃ๐Ÿ” for cellular applications. Dr. Tongโ€™s research bridges neuroscience, regenerative medicine, and nanotechnology for innovative neuroprotection strategies. ๐Ÿš€

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