Yanhong Xu

Shanghai Cell Therapy Research Institute

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Yanhong Xu is a leading researcher in regenerative medicine and cryopreservation, with a focus on optimizing the storage and viability of umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stem cells (UC-MSCs) for therapeutic applications. Her most cited work, "Optimization of UC-MSCs cold-chain storage by minimizing temperature fluctuations using an automatic cryopreservation system" (2020, 19 citations), addresses a critical bottleneck in stem cell therapy: maintaining cell integrity during transport and storage. By demonstrating that automated cryopreservation systems significantly reduce temperature fluctuations compared to manual methods, Xu’s research provides a scalable, standardized solution for preserving UC-MSC functionality—a key step toward reliable off-the-shelf cell therapies. This work has practical implications for clinical translation, ensuring stem cells remain viable from lab to patient bedside. Xu’s contributions bridge engineering and biology, offering actionable protocols for cold-chain logistics in cell-based medicine. Her findings are widely cited by researchers in tissue engineering and biobanking, underscoring their impact on improving stem cell product quality and accessibility.