Changping Gu | Anesthesiology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Changping Gu | Anesthesiology | Best Researcher Award

Shandong First Medical University Affiliated Provincial Hospital, China

Dr. Gu Changping, MD, Ph.D., is a leading anesthesiologist and perioperative medicine researcher, currently serving as Director at the Provincial Hospital affiliated with Shandong First Medical University and Professor in the Clinical Department. He earned his Ph.D. in Anesthesiology from Shandong University in 2015 and completed postdoctoral research at the University of Illinois, Chicago, and Harvard Medical School, gaining extensive international exposure. Over his career, Dr. Gu has held progressive clinical and academic roles, including Chief Physician, Associate Chief Physician, and Attending Physician at Shandong University-affiliated hospitals. His research interests focus on perioperative organ protection, mechanical ventilation-induced lung injury, inflammation, energy metabolism, and vascular permeability. He has led and contributed to multiple national and provincial-level projects investigating mitochondrial homeostasis, pulmonary protection strategies, and molecular mechanisms underlying ventilator-induced lung injury. Dr. Gu has authored 40 publications with 519 citations and an h-index of 11, published in top-tier journals including CNS Neurosci Ther, ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, Int Immunopharmacol, BMJ Open, and Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine. He holds four invention patents, authored four books, and contributed to expert consensus documents in anesthesia management. He has served in key leadership positions such as Deputy Director of the Perioperative Medicine Branch, member of standing committees, and editorial board member of international journals. His awards and honors include the Taishan Scholar Young Expert of Shandong Province, multiple provincial and national-level research prizes from the Chinese Medical Association and Shandong Provincial Government, and recognition for excellence in clinical and academic contributions. Dr. Gu has actively represented Chinese anesthesiology at international conferences and expos, delivering keynote presentations and facilitating cross-border collaborations. With his extensive expertise, robust publication record, leadership experience, and ongoing research initiatives, Dr. Gu Changping demonstrates exceptional potential to advance perioperative medicine, enhance patient care, mentor future researchers, and contribute significantly to global medical science, making him a deserving candidate for international recognition.

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Featured Publications

  1. Zhang, Y., Cao, C., Sun, C., Yan, J., Wang, Y., & Gu, C. (2025). The SIRT1/GPS2/AIP1 axis regulates pulmonary vascular permeability in ventilator-induced lung injury. Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry. Advance online publication.

  2. Wang, X., Yan, J., Zhao, Y., Li, S., Ma, Z., Duan, X., Wang, Y., Jiao, J., Gu, C., & Zhang, G. (2025). Targeted degradation of EGFR mutations via self-delivery nano-PROTACs for boosting tumor synergistic immunotherapy. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, 17(14), 20943–20956.

  3. Wang, B., Gu, A., Yan, J., Zhang, Y., Liu, J., Sun, C., Wei, Y., Gu, C., & Wang, Y. (2025). Kaempferol alleviates sepsis-related acute lung injury by inhibiting the activation of alveolar macrophages mediated by extracellular vesicles from alveolar epithelial cells. International Immunopharmacology, 162, 115130.

  4. Yan, J., Wang, X., Zhao, Y., Li, S., Ma, Z., Yang, Y., Gu, C., Zhang, G., & Wang, Y. (2025). Inflammation-responsive nanoparticles for acute lung injury treatment through gas therapy and removal of neutrophil extracellular traps. Chemical Engineering Journal, 515, 163660.

  5. Zhang, Y., Sun, C., Wang, B., Gu, A., Zhou, Z., & Gu, C. (2024). Brain-derived exosomal miR-9-5p induces ferroptosis in traumatic brain injury-induced acute lung injury by targeting Scd1. CNS Neuroscience & Therapeutics, 30(12), e70189.

Changbin ke | Anesthesiologist | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Changbin ke | Anesthesiologist | Best Researcher Award

Head of department at Taihe Hospital, Hubei University of Medicine, China.

Prof. Changbin Ke is a renowned expert in anesthesiology, serving as a Professor, Chief Physician, and Doctoral Supervisor at Huazhong University of Science and Technology. He is also the Director of the Anesthesia and Pain Research Institute at Taihe Hospital. Prof. Ke holds a Ph.D. in Anesthesiology from Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology. He is a pioneer in “odorgenetics” cell manipulation technology and has led major research projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China. With over 40 SCI publications, 10 national patents, and multiple prestigious awards, including the Second Prize for Scientific and Technological Progress from Shiyan Municipal Government, his work focuses on pain mechanisms and innovative approaches in anesthesiology.

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🎓 Education

Prof. Changbin Ke has a solid educational foundation in anesthesiology, which underpins his distinguished career in medical research and practice. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Anesthesiology from Yunyang Medical College in 2000, providing him with a strong grounding in the field. He furthered his studies at Wuhan University, obtaining a Master’s degree in Anesthesiology in 2006, where he expanded his expertise. Prof. Ke completed his Ph.D. in Anesthesiology at Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, in 2013, under the supervision of Prof. Tian Yuke, focusing on advanced research in pain mechanisms and anesthetic techniques. This rigorous academic journey has equipped him with the knowledge and skills to make significant contributions to his field.

💼 Experience

Prof. Changbin Ke has an extensive and progressive professional career in anesthesiology, marked by clinical excellence, academic leadership, and groundbreaking research. He began his career as a Resident Physician and Teaching Assistant at Yunyang Medical College Affiliated Taihe Hospital (2000–2005), where he developed foundational clinical and teaching expertise. He then advanced to the roles of Attending Physician and Lecturer (2006–2011) and later served as Deputy Chief Physician and Associate Professor at the same institution (2012–2017). Currently, Prof. Ke holds the positions of Chief Physician and Professor at Taihe Hospital, affiliated with Hubei Medical University (2018–present). Throughout his career, he has combined his clinical acumen with innovative research, contributing significantly to the fields of anesthesiology and pain management.

🔍 Research Interests

Prof. Changbin Ke’s research interests lie at the forefront of anesthesiology and neuroscience, with a particular focus on odorgenetics and the underlying mechanisms of pain. His pioneering work in odorgenetics explores innovative cell manipulation technologies, which hold transformative potential for therapeutic applications. Additionally, his studies delve into the intricate pathways of pain, aiming to advance understanding and develop novel strategies for pain management. Prof. Ke’s research integrates cutting-edge methodologies and interdisciplinary approaches, reflecting his commitment to addressing complex medical challenges and improving patient outcomes.

🏆 Awards

Prof. Changbin Ke has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards that highlight his outstanding contributions to medical research and innovation. In 2015, he received the Second Prize for Scientific and Technological Progress from the Shiyan Municipal People’s Government for his groundbreaking work on the “Mechanism and Clinical Treatment of Bone Cancer Pain,” which greatly enhanced patient outcomes. In 2014, he was honored as a Top-notch Professional and Technical Talent by the Shiyan Municipal People’s Government, acknowledging his exceptional expertise and leadership in anesthesiology. Additionally, in 2020, he earned the Excellent Award in the “Chutian Cup” Industrial Design Competition, organized by the Hubei Provincial Department of Economic and Information Technology, for his innovative contributions to industrial design. These accolades reflect his dedication to advancing the fields of anesthesiology and pain management through research, clinical practice, and innovation.

📚Top Noted Publications

Neuroligins facilitate the development of bone cancer pain via regulating synaptic transmission: an experimental study

  • Authors: Xie, X., Li, Y., Su, S., Peng, M., Ke, C.
  • JournalBrazilian Journal of Anesthesiology (English Edition)
  • Year: 2024
  • Volume: 74(4), Article: 744422

Thrombospondin 4, a mediator and candidate indicator of pain

  • Authors: Wu, Y., Yang, M., Xu, X., Yang, Z., Ke, C.
  • JournalEuropean Journal of Cell Biology
  • Year: 2024
  • Volume: 103(2), Article: 151395

Cell cycle associated protein 1 associates with immune infiltration and ferroptosis in gastrointestinal cancer

  • Authors: Gao, Y., Wu, R., Pei, Z., Li, X., Zhang, Y.
  • JournalHeliyon
  • Year: 2024
  • Volume: 10(7), Article: e28794

MHC-I in the hippocampus promotes comorbid depressive symptoms in bone cancer pain via the upregulation of microglial TREM2/DAP12 signaling

  • Authors: Li, X., Jia, Y., Xiong, M., Xu, X., Ke, C.
  • JournalBehavioural Brain Research
  • Year: 2024
  • Volume: 461, Article: 114843

SFXN1 as a potential diagnostic and prognostic biomarker of LUAD is associated with 18F-FDG metabolic parameters

  • Authors: Zhang, Y.-H., Liu, X.-S., Gao, Y., Ke, C.-B., Pei, Z.-J.
  • JournalLung Cancer
  • Year: 2024
  • Volume: 188, Article: 107449

Caprin-1 plays a role in cell proliferation and Warburg metabolism of esophageal carcinoma by regulating METTL3 and WTAP

  • Authors: Gao, Y., Yuan, L., Ke, C., Kui, X., Zhang, Y.
  • JournalJournal of Translational Medicine
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 21(1), Article: 159

Upregulation of Calhm2 in the anterior cingulate cortex contributes to the maintenance of bilateral mechanical allodynia and comorbid anxiety symptoms in inflammatory pain conditions

  • Authors: Li, X., Xiong, M., Gao, Y., Xu, X., Ke, C.
  • JournalBrain Research Bulletin
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 204, Article: 110808

Conclusion

Prof. Changbin Ke’s extensive achievements in anesthesiology research, groundbreaking work in odorgenetics, prolific publication record, and numerous recognitions position him as a highly suitable candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His contributions significantly advance the field of anesthesiology and pain mechanisms, exemplifying excellence and innovation in research.