Xining Wang

Dr. Xining Wang is a Research Fellow in Community-Orientated Medical Simulation and Innovation in Education at the University of St Andrews School of Medicine. With a PhD from Trinity College Dublin focusing on Extended Reality (XR) enhanced learning, her work bridges educational technology and medical training. Research integrates XR/AI tools to improve clinical communication skills and address healthcare disparities through projects like AI-driven simulation platforms and VR social competence training.

Key research themes:

• XR applications in rural/community medicine education
• AI-mediated clinical communication training
• Technology-enhanced soft skills development

Publications examine VR's role in marginalized youth support and machine learning diagnostics. International collaborations include educational technology projects in China and Europe.