FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
AsianScientist (Apr. 26, 2021) – For the sixth consecutive year, Asian Scientist Magazine has published its annual list of Asia’s most outstanding scientists and researchers, the Asian Scientist 100. In addition to fields ranging from physics to agriculture, this year’s list highlights the achievements of six scientists at the forefront of COVID-19 research.
As COVID-19 made its relentless spread across the world last year, scientists from all across Asia rose to the occasion and joined forces to stop the coronavirus in its tracks. With all hands on deck, experts in fields as diverse as computational fluid dynamics and materials science studied the virus’ spread, developed life-saving vaccines and more.
But even as Asia’s best minds race to rid the world of COVID-19, scientific developments elsewhere march on. With representatives from China, India, Malaysia, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, the Philippines, Bangladesh, Hong Kong SAR, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam in fields ranging from biotechnology to hydrogeology—this year’s Asian Scientist 100 celebrates the meaningful science taking place in Asia and the researchers that continue to make breakthroughs amidst a global pandemic.
To be considered for this year’s list, individuals must have been awarded a national or international prize in 2020 for their research. Alternatively, the honoree must have a significant accomplishment in scientific discovery or leadership that benefits academia or industry.
“It is now clearer than ever that science—and scientists—are what will help us overcome challenges like COVID-19 and longer term issues like climate change,” said Dr. Rebecca Tan, editor-in-chief of Asian Scientist Magazine. “We are committed to shining a spotlight on the scientists who often work behind-the-scenes to bring much needed innovations like new vaccines to the world.”
The list in no order of merit, is available online here. For media enquiries, please contact Asian Scientist Magazine senior writer Ms. Kamila Navarro at [email protected].
####
Annex A – Scientists conducting COVID-19 research from the Asian Scientist 100 (2021 edition)
Annex B – Selected scientists from the Asian Scientist 100 (2021 edition)
Annex C – The Asian Scientist 100 (2021 edition)
####
Media contact information
Kamila Navarro
[email protected]
+65 8717 3800
About Asian Scientist Magazine
Asian Scientist Magazine is an award-winning science and technology magazine that highlights research and development news stories from Asia to a global audience.
Based in Singapore, the online and print magazine is maintained by a team of professional science and medical journalists, with active contributors from industry and academia.
Asian Scientist Magazine is published by Wildtype Media Group Pte Ltd, a digital-focused STEM media business with a strong following on social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter.
Website: https://www.asianscientist.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/asianscientist
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/asianscientist
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwWyROjE-mNtGYjNIqERE9Q
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asian-scientist-magazine
Instagram: https://instagram.com/asianscientist
—–
Copyright: Asian Scientist Magazine; Photo illustration: Shelly Liew/Asian Scientist Magazine.
Disclaimer: This article does not necessarily reflect the views of AsianScientist or its staff.
