Dr. Xiaoyue Song | Public health and primary care | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Xiaoyue Song, Zhengzhou University, China.

🎓 Dr. Xiaoyue Song (born May 1, 1993) is a dedicated public health scholar and interdisciplinary researcher, currently serving as a Postdoctoral Fellow and Lecturer at Zhengzhou University in China. With a decade-long journey from clinical nursing to global public health research, Dr. Song brings a unique blend of practical knowledge and academic rigor. Her work focuses primarily on eHealth interventions, particularly in elderly care and chronic disease management. She is known for her international collaborations, notably between Chinese, Dutch, and African healthcare institutions. Driven by a passion for real-world application of health research, Dr. Song has developed digital health models and conducted stakeholder-based interventions across continents. She also actively supervises graduate students and engages in volunteer activities such as language instruction and eldercare support, reflecting her community-oriented mindset and global perspective. 🌍💡

👩‍⚕️ Profile

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🎓 Education

📘 Dr. Xiaoyue Song earned her PhD in Public Health and Primary Care from Leiden University Medical Center in the Netherlands (2018–2023), where she led several impactful studies involving stakeholder analysis, systematic reviews, and mixed-method research on chronic diseases. Prior to this, she obtained her Master of Science in Nursing from Zhengzhou University (2015–2018) with cum laude distinction for her thesis on home-based exercise in hypertensive elderly patients. Her foundational education was in Nursing (BSc) from Henan University (2011–2015), where she graduated with first-class honours. This robust academic background supports her evidence-based approach to both research and teaching. 📖🏅

🧑‍🏫 Experience

💼 Dr. Song currently serves as a Postdoctoral Fellow and Lecturer at Zhengzhou University (2024–present), leading research in digital health for the elderly. Previously, she was a Project Manager (2023) on the Tilburg Frailty Indicator adaptation in Africa, a cross-continental initiative involving Dutch and African healthcare professionals. Throughout her academic career, she has supervised undergrad and postgrad students and collaborated across sectors to develop practical health interventions. Her ability to lead projects, analyze complex health data, and integrate findings into patient care demonstrates her holistic vision and strong project leadership. 🧪📊

🧠 Research Interests

🔍 Dr. Xiaoyue Song’s research is driven by a passion for advancing public health innovation through interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based practice. Her primary interests lie in the development and evaluation of eHealth and digital self-management tools, particularly for managing chronic conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and hypertension among elderly populations. She is deeply engaged in exploring frailty and multimorbidity, aiming to improve the quality of life and independence of aging individuals. A significant portion of her work involves stakeholder analysis and health policy evaluation, ensuring that technological interventions align with the needs of patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Dr. Song is also committed to conducting health technology assessments in diverse, multicultural contexts, both in developed and developing regions. Her holistic approach connects clinical care, digital innovation, and the social determinants of health to design impactful interventions for vulnerable and underserved populations. 🧬🌍💻

🏆 Awards

🏅 While specific named awards are not listed, Dr. Song has earned national recognition and first-class academic honours during her MSc and BSc programs. Her involvement in high-profile international research grants such as the REDUX project and the National Natural Science Foundation of China reflects the global and national appreciation of her work. Furthermore, her doctoral work has been featured in leading medical journals and she’s been entrusted with managing transnational projects, all of which signify her growing reputation in global public health. ✨🌟