Wu Zhengyi
Chinese botanist and academic researcher
Born
June 13th, 1916
108 years ago
Died
2013
12 years ago — 97 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
China
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A prominent botanist and academic, contributed significantly to the field of botany in China. Served in key roles at various educational and research institutions, including as a professor and researcher at Sun Yat-sen University. Conducted extensive research on plant taxonomy, especially in the Guangdong region. Published numerous academic papers and participated in various flora surveys, enhancing the understanding of China's biodiversity.
Served as president of the Chinese Botanical Society
Published extensively on plant taxonomy
Conducted research on Guangdong's flora
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