Prof Roman Xu
Professor and Implementation Science Expert
Position: Director, Acacia Lab for Implementation Science
Specialization: Implementation Science, Primary Health-care Quality, Global Health
Affiliation: School of Health Management, Southern Medical University
Biography
Dong Xu is a Professor at the School of Health Management, Southern Medical University (SMU), Guangzhou, China, where he founded and leads the Acacia Lab for Implementation Science. He is also Deputy Director of the SMU Institute for Global Health. Prof Xu co-edits Implementation Science Communications and serves on the Lancet Commission for Evidence-based Implementation in Global Health.
His research focuses on implementation science and primary health-care quality in global health contexts.
Key Research Areas
- Implementation science methodologies and frameworks
- Primary health-care quality improvement
- Global health systems strengthening
- Evidence-based implementation strategies
- Healthcare delivery optimization
Research Focus
Professor Xu's research centers on implementation science approaches to improve primary health-care quality in global health settings. His work addresses the critical gap between evidence-based interventions and their practical implementation in real-world healthcare systems, developing methodologies that bridge this translation gap.
Leadership Roles
- Professor, School of Health Management, Southern Medical University
- Founder and Director, Acacia Lab for Implementation Science
- Deputy Director, SMU Institute for Global Health
- Co-editor, Implementation Science Communications
- Member, Lancet Commission for Evidence-based Implementation in Global Health
Previous Professional Experience
Professor Xu previously represented the China Medical Board in China and directed Harvard Medical International's Asia Pacific operations. This experience provided him with valuable insights into international health collaborations and cross-cultural healthcare system development.
Educational Background
Professor Xu holds a PhD in global health from the University of Washington and a Master of Public Policy from Harvard University Kennedy School, USA. This strong academic foundation in both global health and public policy informs his interdisciplinary approach to implementation science research.
Academic Contributions
Through his leadership of the Acacia Lab for Implementation Science, Professor Xu has established a research center dedicated to advancing implementation science methodologies. His work contributes to the global discourse on how to effectively implement evidence-based practices in diverse healthcare settings, particularly in primary care contexts.
Global Health Impact
Professor Xu's service on the Lancet Commission for Evidence-based Implementation in Global Health positions him at the forefront of shaping global policies and practices for healthcare implementation. His research and leadership contribute to improving healthcare quality and accessibility worldwide, with particular emphasis on primary care systems.
Editorial Leadership
As co-editor of Implementation Science Communications, Professor Xu plays a crucial role in shaping the academic discourse around implementation science. This editorial work allows him to influence research directions and promote high-quality studies that address real-world implementation challenges in global health.