Prof. Dr. Jianhuai Chen | Psychology | Research Excellence Award

Associate Chief Physician | Jiangsu Province Hospital of Chinese Medicine | China

Dr. Chen Jianhuai is a leading researcher specializing in andrology, neuroimaging, and psychosexual health, recognized for his extensive scientific contributions at the Jiangsu Province Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Nanjing, China. His research focuses on uncovering the neurobiological and metabolic mechanisms underlying male sexual dysfunctions, including erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, hyperuricemia-associated sexual disorders, and psychogenic erectile disorders, while also advancing emerging investigations on addiction-related brain abnormalities and their implications for relapse behavior. With a strong record of scholarly productivity—reflected through numerous peer-reviewed publications, high citation impact, and a broad network of over 190 co-authors—Dr. Chen has held key clinical and research positions where he integrates traditional Chinese medicine with advanced neuroscientific methodologies to improve diagnostic accuracy and therapeutic strategies for complex male reproductive and psychological conditions. His contributions include novel applications of resting-state functional MRI, voxel-based morphometry, spectral dynamic causal modeling, and interhemispheric functional connectivity analyses to identify neurofunctional biomarkers distinguishing healthy individuals from patients with sexual dysfunctions or anxiety-related conditions. He has generated influential insights into how metabolic parameters, psychological states, and reward-related neural circuits shape sexual health outcomes, providing evidence that guides both individualized treatment approaches and broader clinical practice. Dr. Chen’s work also extends to exploring TCM syndrome differentiation patterns among patients with erectile dysfunction, contributing to a more integrated understanding of physiological and psychological determinants within traditional medical frameworks. Through these efforts, he has strengthened the bridge between neuroscience, behavioral medicine, and traditional therapeutic systems, enabling more holistic and evidence-based patient care. His scientific findings address critical clinical challenges, offering improved pathways for predicting relapse in substance-dependent individuals, recognizing distinctive neuroanatomical patterns in psychogenic disorders, and identifying biological risk indicators that influence sexual health and mental well-being. Dr. Chen envisions advancing precision diagnostics and multidimensional treatment strategies that combine modern neuroimaging, psychometric analysis, and traditional Chinese medicine principles to enhance the quality of life for patients affected by sexual dysfunction and anxiety-related disorders. His impactful work contributes to the evolution of integrative medicine, strengthens scientific understanding of mind-body interactions, and supports global innovation in personalized healthcare solutions.