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Adding another layer to the scandal, Dong Xiying’s background came under scrutiny. Not only was she a participant in Xiao's affairs, but her ascent within the medical field raised eyebrows due to her connections. With a family deeply rooted in academia and government, her achievements have been questioned, leading some to claim that she was propelled not by merit but by privilege. Investigations into her research practices uncovered signs of academic misconduct, igniting fierce debates over nepotism and meritocracy in China.