Ruping Dai | Cardiovascular Anesthesia | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Ruping Dai | Cardiovascular Anesthesia | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Dr.  Ruping Dai, Second Xiangya Hospital, China

Prof. Dr. Ruping Dai is the Director of Anesthesiology at the Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, China. He earned his Ph.D. in Clinical Medicine from the National University of Singapore in 2004 and completed postdoctoral research at the Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology, Singapore. Prof. Dai specializes in clinical anesthesia, pain management, intensive care, perioperative medicine, and organ protection. He has led four projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and has published 24 SCI papers. His accolades include the New Century Talent Support Program (2012) and the Hunan Province Outstanding Youth Fund (2013).

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🎓EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS:

Prof. Dr. Ruping Dai embarked on his academic journey at the Xiangya School of Medicine, Central South University, where he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Anesthesiology (1993-1998). His thirst for knowledge led him to pursue a Ph.D. in Medicine at the National University of Singapore (2000-2004), where he focused on advanced medical research. He further honed his expertise as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the National Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology, Singapore (2004-2006), gaining in-depth knowledge in molecular and cellular biology applications in anesthesiology.

🏥PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS:

Dr. Dai began his career in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Union Hospital Affiliated to Fujian Medical University (1998-2000), specializing in cardiovascular anesthesia and intensive care. Since October 2006, he has been a Chief Physician and Doctoral Supervisor at the Department of Anesthesiology, Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University. Over the years, he has played a vital role in clinical anesthesia and Anesthesia Intensive Care Units (AICU), ensuring excellence in patient care and medical education.

🔬CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON CARDIOVASCULAR ANESTHESIA:

Dr. Dai’s research primarily focuses on anesthesiology, organ protection, perioperative care, and immunosuppression mechanisms in sepsis. He has led multiple groundbreaking studies on topics such as:

  • Postoperative sepsis mechanisms
  • Perioperative acute lung injury
  • Neuroplasticity and postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD)
  • Microglial/macrophage polarization in spinal cord ischemia-reperfusion injury

Dr. Dai has hosted 7 National Natural Science Foundation (NSFC) projects, receiving significant research funding, including:

  • Key Project on Hematogenous Macrophage Role in Postoperative Sepsis (2025-2028) – RMB 2.6 million
  • SIRT5-Mitochondrial Metabolic Axis in Perioperative Acute Lung Injury (2024-2027) – RMB 490,000
  • Macrophage Dysfunction in Sepsis Immunosuppression (2021-2024) – RMB 560,000
  • Microglia Polarization in Spinal Cord Ischemia-Reperfusion Injury (2018-2021) – RMB 540,000

🌍IMPACT AND INFLUENCE:

Dr. Dai holds several prestigious administrative positions, including:

  • Director of Anesthesiology, Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University
  • Director, Institute of Anesthesiology, Central South University
  • Director, Hunan Anesthesia Clinical Medicine Research Center
  • Director, Hunan Provincial Organ Damage Prevention and Treatment Engineering Center

In academia, he serves as:

  • Deputy Chairman, Hunan Provincial Anesthesiology Committee
  • National Committee Member, Anesthesiology Branch, Chinese Medical Doctor Association
  • Vice Chairman, 13th Youth Committee of the Chinese Medical Association Anesthesiology Branch
  • Deputy Director, Orthopedics Group, Chinese Medical Association Anesthesiology Branch
  • Standing Committee Member, Cardiovascular Anesthesia Branch, Chinese Society of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Anesthesiology

đź“–ACADEMIC CITES AND SCHOLARLY CONTRIBUTIONS:

Dr. Dai has played a crucial role in education, having authored and co-edited several key textbooks:

  1. Clinical Anesthesiology (First Editor, Science Press, 14th Five-Year Plan)
  2. Postgraduate Textbook: Anesthesiology (Selected Topics of Basic Anesthesia Research, People’s Medical Publishing House, 2014)
  3. Resident Medical Planning Textbook: Anesthesiology (Postoperative Acute Pain Management, People’s Medical Publishing House, 2014)
  4. Co-translator of Miller’s Anesthesiology (7th & 8th editions, Opioids section, 2017)

🏆SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AWARDS:

Dr. Dai’s excellence in research and innovation has earned him several prestigious awards, including:

  • Second Prize of Hunan Natural Science Award (2019)
  • Third “Light of Spirit” Excellent Youth Research Fund – Second Prize
  • Award-winning fund for Young and Middle-aged Excellent Paper Competition at the Chinese Anesthesia Annual Meeting

đź”®LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS:

As a pioneering figure in anesthesiology, Dr. Dai continues to shape the future of perioperative medicine, critical care, and pain management. His leadership in cutting-edge research, education, and healthcare innovation ensures his lasting impact in the field. Through mentorship and research, he remains dedicated to improving patient outcomes and advancing medical science, setting a benchmark for future anesthesiologists worldwide.

🌟CONCLUSION:

Prof. Dr. Ru-Ping Dai is a distinguished anesthesiologist and researcher at the Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, China. As the Director of the Department of Anesthesiology, he has significantly advanced perioperative medicine, focusing on neuroimmune interactions and organ protection. His notable work includes elucidating the roles of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and its precursor, pro-BDNF, in mood disorders, offering new perspectives on neuroimmune crosstalk. Prof. Dai’s dedication to integrating clinical practice with research has enhanced patient care and contributed to the global medical community’s understanding of anesthesiology and neuroscience.

TOP NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS

Brain derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) contributes to the pain hypersensitivity following surgical incision in the rats

Authors: CQ Li, JM Xu, D Liu, JY Zhang, RP Dai
Journal: Molecular Pain
Year: 2008

Local translation and retrograde axonal transport of CREB regulates IL-6-induced nociceptive plasticity

Authors: OK Melemedjian, DV Tillu, JK Moy, MN Asiedu, EK Mandell, S Ghosh, …
Journal: Molecular Pain
Year: 2014

Early-life social isolation-induced depressive-like behavior in rats results in microglial activation and neuronal histone methylation that are mitigated by minocycline

Authors: HT Wang, FL Huang, ZL Hu, WJ Zhang, XQ Qiao, YQ Huang, RP Dai, F Li, …
Journal: Neurotoxicity Research
Year: 2017

Histone 2B (H2B) expression is confined to a proper NAD+/NADH redox status

Authors: RP Dai, FX Yu, SR Goh, HW Chng, YL Tan, JL Fu, L Zheng, Y Luo
Journal: Journal of Biological Chemistry
Year: 2008

Effects of down-regulation of microRNA-23a on TNF-α-induced endothelial cell apoptosis through caspase-dependent pathways

Authors: W Ruan, J Xu, S Li, L Yuan, R Dai
Journal: Cardiovascular Research
Year: 2012

Development of anxiety-like behavior via hippocampal IGF-2 signaling in the offspring of parental morphine exposure: effect of enriched environment

Authors: CQ Li, YW Luo, FF Bi, TT Cui, L Song, WY Cao, JY Zhang, F Li, JM Xu, …
Journal: Neuropsychopharmacology
Year: 2014

Dexmedetomidine reduces the incidence of fentanyl-induced cough: a double-blind, randomized, and placebo-controlled study

Authors: L He, JM Xu, RP Dai
Journal: Upsala Journal of Medical Sciences
Year: 2012

Adipocyte fatty acid-binding protein promotes palmitate-induced mitochondrial dysfunction and apoptosis in macrophages

Authors: H Li, Y Xiao, L Tang, F Zhong, G Huang, JM Xu, AM Xu, RP Dai, ZG Zhou
Journal: Frontiers in Immunology
Year: 2018

Insulin-like growth factor 2 mitigates depressive behavior in a rat model of chronic stress

Authors: YW Luo, Y Xu, WY Cao, XL Zhong, J Duan, XQ Wang, ZL Hu, F Li, …
Journal: Neuropharmacology
Year: 2015

Biphasic activation of extracellular signal-regulated kinase in anterior cingulate cortex distinctly regulates the development of pain-related anxiety and mechanical …

Authors: RP Dai, CQ Li, JW Zhang, F Li, XD Shi, JY Zhang, XF Zhou
Journal: Anesthesiology
Year: 2011

Yingqiang Du | Myocardial Infarction | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yingqiang Du | Myocardial Infarction | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yingqiang Du, Department of Cardiology, The Affiliated Suzhou Hospital of Nanjing Medical University; Suzhou Municipal Hospital; Gusu School, Nanjing Medical University, China

Dr. Yingqiang Du is a renowned cardiology researcher at The Affiliated Suzhou Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Suzhou Municipal Hospital, and Gusu School, Nanjing Medical University, China. His research focuses on myocardial infarction and ischemic heart disease, exploring inflammation, fibrosis, metabolic remodeling, and novel therapeutic strategies. As the first or corresponding author of multiple high-impact publications, he has significantly contributed to cardiovascular medicine. His work bridges basic and clinical research, influencing treatment advancements and patient care. With ongoing projects funded by prestigious grants, Dr. Du continues to drive innovation in cardiology, shaping the future of cardiovascular health research.

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đź“š EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS:

Dr. Yingqiang Du began his academic journey with a strong foundation in medical sciences, focusing on cardiology and cardiovascular research. His early education provided him with a deep understanding of human physiology, pathology, and the complexities of ischemic heart disease. With a keen interest in myocardial infarction and its underlying mechanisms, he pursued specialized training and research, laying the groundwork for his future contributions to the field.

🏥 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS:

Currently, Dr. Du is affiliated with The Affiliated Suzhou Hospital of Nanjing Medical University, Suzhou Municipal Hospital, and Gusu School, Nanjing Medical University. As a researcher and academic professional, he has taken on significant responsibilities in both clinical and experimental cardiology. His work bridges the gap between theoretical research and practical applications, ensuring that scientific findings translate into improved patient care.

🔬 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION:

Dr. Du’s research primarily centers on myocardial infarction and ischemic heart disease. His studies delve into various aspects, including:

  • The role of inflammation and fibrosis in cardiovascular conditions.
  • The impact of environmental factors, such as micro(nano)plastics, on heart disease.
  • Novel therapeutic approaches involving bioactive compounds like resveratrol and muscone.
  • The involvement of metabolic remodeling and inflammasome activation in aging cells. His extensive work provides crucial insights into the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cardiac disorders.

🌟 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE:

Dr. Du’s research has had a profound impact on the field of cardiology. His studies have contributed to a better understanding of the molecular mechanisms of myocardial infarction and fibrosis, paving the way for new treatment modalities. His findings have influenced clinical practices and have been referenced in various medical and scientific discussions worldwide.

đź“– ACADEMIC CITES:

As an established researcher, Dr. Du has authored multiple high-impact publications in reputed journals, including:

  • Journal of Hazardous Materials
  • Clinical and Translational Medicine
  • Experimental and Therapeutic Medicine
  • Bioengineered
  • American Journal of Translational Research These publications, where he serves as either the first or corresponding author, reflect his credibility and expertise in the field. His work has been widely cited by peers, demonstrating its relevance and significance.

🏆 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS:

Dr. Du’s contributions to cardiology are paving the way for future breakthroughs in cardiovascular medicine. His research findings are not only enhancing current medical knowledge but also inspiring upcoming researchers to explore novel therapeutic strategies. Moving forward, his work is expected to contribute significantly to:

  • The development of innovative drug treatments for myocardial infarction.
  • The formulation of preventive measures against ischemic heart disease.
  • The exploration of new molecular pathways for better cardiovascular health. His ongoing commitment to research excellence ensures that his legacy will continue to shape the future of cardiology.

🌍CONCLUSION:

Dr. Yingqiang Du is a distinguished researcher whose groundbreaking contributions to cardiology have significantly advanced the understanding of myocardial infarction and ischemic heart disease. His extensive studies on inflammation, fibrosis, and metabolic remodeling have influenced both clinical practices and future research directions. With multiple high-impact publications and ongoing projects, his work continues to shape modern cardiovascular medicine.

TOP NOTABLE PUBLICATION

Title:  Exposure to polyethylene terephthalate micro(nano)plastics exacerbates inflammation and fibrosis after myocardial infarction by reprogramming the gut and lung microbiota and metabolome

Authors: X., Gu, Xin, Z., Zhang, Zhixuan, L., Zhao, Lin, X., Wang, Xiaoyan, Y., Du, Yingqiang

Journal:  Journal of Hazardous Materials

Year: 2025