Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xia Xiao, Yangzhou University, China
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xia Xiao is a distinguished researcher in veterinary microbiology at Yangzhou University. He earned his Ph.D. in Veterinary Science from South China Agricultural University (2015) π, specializing in bacteriophage-mediated antibiotic resistance. His research focuses on antimicrobial pharmacokinetics, novel antimicrobial agents, and bacterial resistance mechanisms π¦ π. A former visiting scholar at UCLA (2018-2019), Dr. Xiao has published extensively in high-impact journals π. His work contributes to the rational use of antibiotics and combating multidrug resistance, advancing veterinary and human medicine alike. ππ
Publication Profile
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Education
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xia Xiao is a leading veterinary microbiologist at Yangzhou University. He earned his Ph.D. in Veterinary Science from South China Agricultural University (2015) π, specializing in bacteriophage-mediated antibiotic resistance. As a former visiting scholar at UCLA (2018-2019) π, his research focuses on antimicrobial pharmacokinetics, novel antimicrobial agents, and bacterial resistance mechanisms π¦ π. Since 2020, he has been an Associate Professor, contributing to advancements in antibiotic utilization and resistance control. His work plays a crucial role in improving both veterinary and human medicine. π
Experience
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xia Xiao is a veterinary microbiologist at Yangzhou University, specializing in antimicrobial resistance π¦ π. He earned his Ph.D. from South China Agricultural University (2015) π, focusing on bacteriophage-mediated antibiotic resistance. As a Visiting Scholar at UCLA (2018-2019) π, he expanded his research through international collaborations, enhancing his contributions to the global scientific community π¬π€. His work explores antibiotic pharmacokinetics, novel antimicrobial agents, and bacterial resistance strategies. Since 2020, he has been an Associate Professor, making impactful strides in veterinary and human medicine. ππ
Focus Areas
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xia Xiao is a veterinary microbiologist at Yangzhou University, specializing in antimicrobial resistance and antibiotic optimization ππ. He earned his Ph.D. from South China Agricultural University (2015) π and later expanded his research through international collaboration as a Visiting Scholar at UCLA (2018-2019) π. His work focuses on pharmacokinetics-based antibiotic use, novel antimicrobial development, and strategies to combat bacterial resistance π₯βοΈ. His groundbreaking research on bacteriophage-mediated resistance transmission addresses global health challenges, making significant contributions to veterinary and medical microbiology. ππ
Research Focus
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xia Xiao’s research primarily focuses on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) π¦ π, pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics (PK/PD) modeling ππ§ͺ, and bacterial resistance mechanisms π¬π§«. Her work explores the role of resistance genes, such as mcr-1, blaNDM-5, and tet(X4), in multidrug-resistant pathogens, including Klebsiella pneumoniae and Escherichia coli. She investigates novel strategies to combat AMR, including using natural compounds πΏ, repurposed drugs π‘, and PK/PD-based optimization ππ. Her research has significant implications for developing effective treatments against drug-resistant infections in both humans and animals π₯πΎ.
Publication Top Notes
DNA Polymerase IV dinB Favors the Adaptive Fitness of mcr-carrying Bacteria Through a Negative Feedback Regulatory Mechanism
Acetylshikonin Derived From Arnebia euchroma (Royle) Johnst Kills Multidrug-Resistant Gram-Positive Pathogens In Vitro and In Vivo
Acetylshikonin reduces the spread of antibiotic resistance via plasmid conjugation
The Food Additive Benzaldehyde Confers a Broad Antibiotic Tolerance by Modulating Bacterial Metabolism and Inhibiting the Formation of Bacterial Flagella
Gramine sensitizes Klebsiella pneumoniae to tigecycline killing
Characterization of a cfr-bearing integrative and conjugative element in Proteus cibarius coharbouring tet(X6) on the chromosome