Source: Human Resources Department
Written by: Chen Qiumin
Edited by: Wang Dongmei

According to the “Decision on Commending the 5th National Outstanding Scientific and Technological Workers” (CAST [2012] No. 43) released by the China Association for Science and Technology (CAST), Academician Xu Ningsheng (recommended by Guangdong Provincial Association for Science and Technology), Professor Qu Lianghu of School of Life Sciences and Professor Song Erwei of Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital (recommended by Sun Yat-sen University), Professor Yan Tiebin of Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital (recommended by Chinese Association of Rehabilitation Medicine) were awarded the title of the 5th “National Outstanding Scientific and Technological Workers”. In addition, Academician Xu Ningsheng was nominated for “Top Ten National Outstanding Scientific and Technological Workers”.

It is learned that the selection of “National Outstanding Scientific and Technological Workers” is organized by CAST with the aim to commend those who have made outstanding achievements and contributions in the field of science and technology. Since 2010, the selection activity has been held every two years with the number of awardees within 1,000 each time. The recipient can only be awarded the title once, therefore, it is a lifetime honor.

Related Links:

Introduction to Academician Xu Ningsheng: http://www.sysu.edu.cn/2012/en/academics/academics03/241.htm
Introduction to Professor Qu Lianghu: http://www.sysu.edu.cn/2012/en/academics/academics03/228.htm
Introduction to Professor Song Erwei: http://www.sysu.edu.cn/2012/en/academics/academics03/250.htm
Introduction to Professor Yan Tiebin: http://www.syshospital.com/u/01241