Yongqiang Du | Data Science and Deep Learning | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Yongqiang Du | Data Science and Deep Learning | Research Excellence Award

Professor at Tianjin University of Commerce | China

Prof. Dr. Yongqiang Du is a distinguished professor in the Department of Statistics at Tianjin University of Commerce whose academic career reflects a sustained commitment to advancing data-driven methodologies, with his work centered on the development and application of data mining techniques and statistical modeling approaches; recognized for his ability to bridge theoretical statistics with real-world analytical challenges, he has built a research profile that emphasizes the extraction of meaningful patterns from complex datasets, the design of robust quantitative frameworks, and the improvement of predictive accuracy in diverse domains; as a dedicated educator, he teaches both undergraduate and postgraduate courses in statistics and related fields, shaping future scholars and practitioners through rigorous training in statistical theory, applied analytics, and modern data methodologies, while also mentoring students in research projects that encourage original thinking and methodological depth; his professional activities include conducting research that integrates classical statistical concepts with contemporary computational techniques, contributing to the growing body of knowledge in data mining, statistical inference, and modeling strategies tailored for high-dimensional data environments; in addition to his scholarly contributions, he actively engages in collaborative academic work that supports interdisciplinary exploration, helping connect statistical science with fields such as economics, business analytics, and information systems; through his ongoing research, teaching, and service, Yongqiang Du continues to play a significant role in advancing the discipline of statistics at Tianjin University of Commerce, where his expertise, leadership, and commitment to academic excellence contribute meaningfully to the development of analytical sciences; he can be contacted at the Department of Statistics, Tianjin University of Commerce, Tianjin, China.

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Featured Publications:

(2025). A Dynamic Cost-Adjusted AdaCost Model for Credit Prediction of Smallholder Farmers. Journal of Forecasting.

Jietao Xu | Data Science and Deep Learning | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Jietao Xu | Data Science and Deep Learning | Research Excellence Award

Student at College of Petroleum Engineering | China

Mr. Jietao Xu is an emerging researcher in the fields of spinal surgery outcomes, minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques, and musculoskeletal pathology, currently advancing his academic training in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering at China University of Petroleum – Beijing following his foundational undergraduate education in Petroleum Engineering at Chongqing University of Science and Technology. Despite his primary academic trajectory in petroleum engineering, he has significantly contributed to interdisciplinary medical research, particularly neurosurgery and spine-related clinical meta-analyses, demonstrating strong analytical capability, methodological rigor, and collaborative research strength. His scholarly work encompasses a range of influential studies, including Full-endoscopic posterior lumbar interbody fusion via an interlaminar approach versus minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion: a preliminary retrospective study, Incidence of subsidence of seven intervertebral devices in anterior cervical discectomy and fusion: a network meta-analysis, Percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy for lumbar disc herniation with modic changes via a transforaminal approach: a retrospective study, Minimum 2-year efficacy of percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy versus microendoscopic discectomy: a meta-analysis, The LncRNA H19/miR-1-3p/CCL2 axis modulates lipopolysaccharide (LPS) stimulation-induced normal human astrocyte proliferation and activation, and Full-endoscopic lumbar discectomy for lumbar disc herniation with posterior ring apophysis fracture: a retrospective study. Xu’s publication portfolio reflects his ability to engage in high-impact, data-driven medical research that bridges clinical needs and quantitative evaluations, reinforcing his competence in evidence synthesis, outcome assessment, and biomedical data interpretation. With an interdisciplinary background that blends engineering-level problem solving with clinical research exposure, he continues to broaden his scientific profile while maintaining strong collaborative ties across engineering and medical research communities. His consistent contributions position him as a promising young scholar with a unique cross-disciplinary perspective and strong potential for continued research excellence.

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Featured Publications:

Li, Y., Dai, Y., Wang, B., Li, L., Li, P., Xu, J., Jiang, B., & Lü, G. (2020). Full-endoscopic posterior lumbar interbody fusion via an interlaminar approach versus minimally invasive transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion: A preliminary retrospective study. World Neurosurgery, 144, e475–e482.

Xu, J., He, Y., Li, Y., Lv, G. H., Dai, Y. L., Jiang, B., Zheng, Z., & Wang, B. (2020). Incidence of subsidence of seven intervertebral devices in anterior cervical discectomy and fusion: A network meta-analysis. World Neurosurgery, 141, 479–489.e4.

Xu, J., Li, Y., Wang, B., Guo-Hua, L., Wu, P., Dai, Y., Jiang, B., Zheng, Z., & Xiao, S. (2019). Percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy for lumbar disc herniation with Modic changes via a transforaminal approach: A retrospective study. Pain Physician, 22(6), E601.

Xu, J., Li, Y., Wang, B., Lv, G., Li, L., Dai, Y., Jiang, B., & Zheng, Z. (2020). Minimum 2-year efficacy of percutaneous endoscopic lumbar discectomy versus microendoscopic discectomy: A meta-analysis. World Neurosurgery, 138, 19–26.

Li, P., Li, Y., Dai, Y., Wang, B., Li, L., Jiang, B., Wu, P., & Xu, J. (2020). The LncRNA H19/miR-1-3p/CCL2 axis modulates lipopolysaccharide (LPS) stimulation-induced normal human astrocyte proliferation and activation. Cytokine, 131, 155106.