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Biography
Dr. Jinxin Zhao completed his PhD in 2021 at the Biomedicine Discovery Institute (BDI), Monash University. His doctoral research was dedicated to the development of computational models and novel therapeutic strategies aimed at combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR), a critical global health issue.
Post-PhD, Dr. Zhao has continued his research under the mentorship of Prof. Jian Li, focusing on innovative antimicrobial therapies to tackle drug-resistant infections, which remain a significant threat to global health.
In addition to his research activities, Dr. Zhao is an active member of several national and international professional organizations. He serves as an executive member of the International Society of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy, reflecting his leadership and commitment to the field. His current work deepens his exploration of computational biology and systems pharmacology, with the goal of refining therapeutic strategies against critical pathogens.
Research interests
Systems Pharmacology; Computational Biology; Antimicrobial Resistance; Mathematical Modelling; Bioinformatics
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 14 Life Below Water
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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Projects
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Combating superbug infections using systems pharmacology and computer science
Li, J. (Primary Chief Investigator (PCI)), Zhao, J. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Schreiber, F. (Chief Investigator (CI)), Jaeger-Honz, S. (Chief Investigator (CI)) & Garkov, D. (Chief Investigator (CI))
Monash University – Internal University Contribution
1/01/22 → 31/12/23
Project: Research
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Microfluidic evolution-on-a-chip reveals distinct evolution of polymyxin resistance associated with fitness optimum in Acinetobacter baumannii
Zhao, J., Zhang, Y., Lin, Y. W., Wang, X., Bergen, P. J., Zhu, Y., Lu, J., Han, M. & Li, J., Sept 2025, In: International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents. 66, 3, 2 p., 107538.Research output: Contribution to journal › Letter › Other › peer-review
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pH-responsive cationic guar gum-based multifunctional hydrogel with silver nanoenzymes: Combined photothermal antibacterial therapy and antioxidant properties for MRSA infected wound healing
Wang, X., Huang, J., Zhao, J., Yue, T., Shenyang, W., Xu, Y., Lu, Y. & Zhou, Y., Mar 2025, In: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. 292, 16 p., 139201.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Arginine catabolism is essential to polymyxin dependence in Acinetobacter baumannii
Han, M.-L. (Leading Author), Alsaadi, Y., Zhao, J., Zhu, Y., Lu, J., Jiang, X., Ma, W., Patil, N. A., Dunstan, R. A., Le Brun, A. P., Wickremasinghe, H., Hu, X., Wu, Y., Yu, H. H., Wang, J., Barlow, C. K., Bergen, P. J., Shen, H.-H., Lithgow, T. & Creek, D. J. & 2 others, , 23 Jul 2024, In: Cell Reports. 43, 7, 21 p., 114410.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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PhageGE: an interactive web platform for exploratory analysis and visualization of bacteriophage genomes
Zhao, J., Han, J., Lin, Y. W., Zhu, Y., Aichem, M., Garkov, D., Bergen, P. J., Nang, S. C., Ye, J. Z., Zhou, T., Velkov, T., Song, J., Schreiber, F. & Li, J., 2024, In: GigaScience. 13, 9 p., giae074.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
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Phage resistance in Klebsiella pneumoniae and bidirectional effects impacting antibiotic susceptibility
Nang, S. C., Lu, J., Yu, H. H., Wickremasinghe, H., Azad, M. A. K., Han, M., Zhao, J., Rao, G., Bergen, P. J., Velkov, T., Sherry, N., McCarthy, D. T., Aslam, S., Schooley, R. T., Howden, B. P., Barr, J. J., Zhu, Y. & Li, J., Jun 2024, In: Clinical Microbiology and Infection. 30, 6, p. 787-794 8 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › Research › peer-review
31 Link opens in a new tab Citations (Scopus)
Prizes
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29th European Congress of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases Travel Award
Zhao, J. (Recipient), 2019
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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31st European Congress of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases "Best Rated Poster" Award
Zhao, J. (Recipient), 2021
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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31st European Congress of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases Travel Award
Zhao, J. (Recipient), 2021
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences ECR Travel Award
Zhao, J. (Recipient), 2022
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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ISAC Young Investigator Travel Award
Zhao, J. (Recipient), 2019
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Activities
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Universität Konstanz (University of Constance)
Zhao, J. (Visiting researcher)
27 Apr 2022 → 6 May 2022Activity: Visiting an external institution types › Visiting an external academic institution
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32nd International Congress of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy
Zhao, J. (Invited speaker)
27 Nov 2022Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to conference
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Journal of Global Antimicrobial Resistance (Journal)
Zhao, J. (Editorial board member)
20 Dec 2022 → …Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work types › Editorial responsibility
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Universität Konstanz (University of Constance)
Zhao, J. (Visiting researcher)
12 Apr 2019 → 12 Jul 2019Activity: Visiting an external institution types › Visiting an external academic institution
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Christian-Albrechts-Universitat zu Kiel (Kiel University)
Zhao, J. (Visiting researcher)
31 May 0001 → …Activity: Visiting an external institution types › Visiting an external academic institution