Four individuals, including three renowned scientists and a veteran solider, were awarded the Medals of the Republic on Sunday for their great contributions to the construction and development of the People's Republic of China (PRC).
Wang Yongzhi, a late missile and rocket expert and pioneer of China's manned space program; Wang Zhenyi, a medical scientist known for his breakthroughs in leukemia treatment; Li Zhensheng, an agricultural scientist in wheat breeding; and Huang Zongde, a veteran combat hero, were awarded the Medal of the Republic at a ceremony held at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
Wang Yongzhi was a recipient of the country's top science award in 2003. He passed away in June 2024, at the age of 92.
Wang's legacy has inspired future generations of scientists and engineers to advance space exploration.
Wang Zhenyi, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering and a lifetime professor at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, has made great contributions to affordable leukemia treatments. He received the country's top science award in 2010.
Li Zhensheng, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), has developed fine strains of wheat through distant hybridization and contributed to China's food security. He was awarded the country's top science award in 2006.
Huang Zongde, 93, a legendary combat hero, who joined the revolution at the age of 17. He participated in many fierce battles, including the War to Resist U.S. Aggression and Aid Korea (1950-53), and rendered meritorious service on many occasions.
On Sept 13, Chinese President Xi Jinping signed a presidential order to award national medals and national honorary titles to 15 individuals on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the PRC which falls on Oct 1.
Four renowned scientists, veteran combat hero awarded Medals of Republic
Four renowned scientists, veteran combat hero awarded Medals of Republic
