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) 🎓, specializing in bacteriophage-mediated antibiotic resistance. His research focuses on antimicrobial pharmacokinetics, novel antimicrobial agents, and bacterial resistance mechanisms 🦠💊. A former visiting scholar at UCLA (2018-2019), Dr. Xiao has published extensively in high-impact journals 📚. His work contributes to the rational use of antibiotics and combating multidrug resistance, advancing veterinary and human medicine alike. 🏆🔍
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) 🎓, specializing in bacteriophage-mediated antibiotic resistance. As a former visiting scholar at UCLA (2018-2019) 🌍, his research focuses on antimicrobial pharmacokinetics, novel antimicrobial agents, and bacterial resistance mechanisms 🦠💊. 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. 📚
Experience
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xia Xiao is a veterinary microbiologist at Yangzhou University, specializing in antimicrobial resistance 🦠💊. He earned his Ph.D. from South China Agricultural University (2015) 🎓, focusing on bacteriophage-mediated antibiotic resistance. As a Visiting Scholar at UCLA (2018-2019) 🌍, he expanded his research through international collaborations, enhancing his contributions to the global scientific community 🔬🤝. 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. 📚🏆
Focus Areas
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xia Xiao is a veterinary microbiologist at Yangzhou University, specializing in antimicrobial resistance and antibiotic optimization 💊📊. He earned his Ph.D. from South China Agricultural University (2015) 🎓 and later expanded his research through international collaboration as a Visiting Scholar at UCLA (2018-2019) 🌍. His work focuses on pharmacokinetics-based antibiotic use, novel antimicrobial development, and strategies to combat bacterial resistance 🏥⚕️. His groundbreaking research on bacteriophage-mediated resistance transmission addresses global health challenges, making significant contributions to veterinary and medical microbiology. 📚🏆
Research Focus
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Xia Xiao’s research primarily focuses on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) 🦠💊, pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics (PK/PD) modeling 📊🧪, and bacterial resistance mechanisms 🔬🧫. 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 🌿, repurposed drugs 💡, and PK/PD-based optimization 📉📈. Her research has significant implications for developing effective treatments against drug-resistant infections in both humans and animals 🏥🐾.
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