Jing Wu | Psychology | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Jing Wu | Psychology | Research Excellence Award

Shaoxing University | China

Dr. Jing Wu is an Associate Professor of Psychology at Shaoxing University, China, with additional academic affiliation at the College of Education, Ludong University. Her scholarly work centers on educational and developmental psychology, with a strong emphasis on school bullying and its psychological, social, and behavioral impacts on children and adolescents. Dr. Wu’s research explores the underlying mechanisms of bullying involvement, including peer relationships, emotional regulation, school climate, and mental health outcomes, aiming to inform evidence-based prevention and intervention strategies within educational settings. She integrates quantitative and qualitative research approaches to examine the roles of teachers, families, and institutional policies in reducing aggressive behaviors and promoting student well-being. With a growing body of peer-reviewed publications and recognized citation impact, Dr. Wu has contributed valuable insights to the understanding of bullying dynamics in school environments. Her academic work supports the development of inclusive, safe, and supportive learning communities, and her interdisciplinary perspective bridges psychology, education, and child development. Through research, teaching, and academic service, Dr. Wu remains committed to advancing psychological scholarship and practical solutions that address critical challenges in contemporary education systems.

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Associations between cyberbullying victimization and cyberbullying: a three-wave longitudinal moderated mediation model

– BMC Psychology

The Impact of Cyberbullying Victimization on Cyberbullying Among Chinese Junior High School Students: A Longitudinal Moderated Mediation Model

– Youth & Society

The impact of active social network sites use on depression: analyzing the sequential mediating role of social support and loneliness

– South African Journal of Psychology

Xue Du | Psychology | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Xue Du | Psychology | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Xue Du | Chongqing Normal University| China

Dr. Xue Du, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor at Chongqing Normal University, affiliated with the Chongqing Key Laboratory of Brain-Inspired Cognitive Computing and Educational Rehabilitation for Children with Special Needs. She earned her doctorate in Developmental and Educational Psychology from Southwest University and completed advanced training in Cognitive Neuroscience at Texas Tech University. With over 45 peer-reviewed publications and multiple prestigious research grants, her work focuses on neurocognition, autism, emotional regulation, and educational rehabilitation, making her a distinguished scholar in her field.

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Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Xue Du began her academic journey in psychology with a B.A. in Psychology from Southwest University, followed by an M.A. in Developmental and Educational Psychology. She further deepened her expertise by pursuing a Ph.D. in Developmental and Educational Psychology at Southwest University. During her doctoral studies, she broadened her academic horizons as a Joint-Ph.D. student in Cognitive Neuroscience Psychology at Texas Tech University in 2016, gaining international exposure and interdisciplinary training. This strong foundation reflects her early dedication to understanding human cognition, education, and developmental psychology.

Professional Endeavors

Currently, Dr. Du serves as an Associate Professor at the School of Educational Sciences, Chongqing Normal University. She also plays a pivotal role in advancing scientific progress through her affiliations with the Chongqing Key Laboratory of Brain-Inspired Cognitive Computing and Educational Rehabilitation for Children with Special Needs and the Chongqing Key Laboratory of Philosophy and Social Sciences for Intelligent Rehabilitation and Education of Children with Special Needs. In addition, her postdoctoral fellowship in Bioengineering at Chongqing University (2022) enriched her cross-disciplinary research competence, merging psychology with bioengineering and cognitive science.

Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Du’s research primarily focuses on developmental psychology, cognitive neuroscience, and educational rehabilitation, with a strong emphasis on children with special needs, autism, deaf students, and maternal mental health. Her work explores neurophysiological mechanisms, emotion regulation, empathy, social cognition, and reward processing, offering insights into both typical and atypical psychological development. With over 45 peer-reviewed publications, she has contributed significantly to understanding the psychological and cognitive processes underlying human interaction, emotion, and learning.

Impact and Influence

The impact of Dr. Du’s research is evident through her international publications in high-impact journals such as Cerebral Cortex, Frontiers in Neuroscience, BMC Psychology, and Current Psychology. Her studies on social comparison, cognitive reappraisal, maternal anxiety, and empathy in deaf college students have advanced both theoretical knowledge and practical interventions. Importantly, her research holds social significance, addressing pressing issues in mental health, education, and rehabilitation for vulnerable populations, thereby influencing both academic discourse and applied practices.

Research Skills

Dr. Du demonstrates advanced expertise in psychological assessment, neurophysiological measurement techniques (including ERP studies), statistical modeling, and experimental design. Her skills bridge psychology, neuroscience, and education, enabling her to explore complex interactions between cognition, behavior, and social environments. She also excels in interdisciplinary collaboration, integrating psychological theory with computational and bioengineering approaches.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Du’s scholarly excellence has been recognized through prestigious research grants such as the Chongqing Natural Science Foundation (2024), the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation (2022), the Humanities and Social Science Youth Project of the Ministry of Education (2019), and multiple municipal and social science projects. These achievements underscore her capability to lead independent research and her strong contribution to the advancement of psychology and educational sciences in China.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking ahead, Dr. Du is poised to make transformative contributions in the field of educational neuroscience and rehabilitation psychology. Her research trajectory suggests a future where evidence-based interventions and brain-inspired models can significantly improve the educational and social outcomes of children with special needs. By continuing to secure high-level grants and publishing cutting-edge research, she is building a legacy of academic excellence, social impact, and interdisciplinary innovation.

Publications Top Notes

Title: “Out of sight out of mind”: Attentional characteristics in mothers who have children with autism
Journal: BMC Women’s Health, 2025
Authors: Du, X.*, Gao, S., Huang, T., Liang, J., & Xiao, X.

Title: Empathy responses to others’ physical pain in the deaf college students: Evidence from an event-related potential study
Journal: Cerebral Cortex, 2025
Authors: Du, X.*, Li, C., Liang, J., Mou, J., & Zheng, Q.

Title: Neurophysiological characteristics of reward processing in deaf college students under different social contexts
Journal: Frontiers in Neuroscience, 2025
Authors: Du, X.*, Huang, T., Wu, S., Wang, X., & Chen, X.

Conclusion

Dr. Xue Du has established herself as a dedicated scholar in developmental psychology, cognitive neuroscience, and educational rehabilitation, with impactful research on autism, deaf students, maternal mental health, and social cognition. Through over 38 publications, an h-index of 15, and more than 545 citations, she has significantly contributed to advancing knowledge and practical interventions for vulnerable populations. Her commitment to interdisciplinary research, educational innovation, and social well-being ensures a lasting academic legacy and continued influence in psychology and neuroscience.