The Asian Scientist 100
Yang Ke
Executive Vice President
Institution
Peking University
Country
China
Field
Leadership
Yang, the executive vice president of Peking University, won the 2015 Prince Mahidol Award for reforming research and medical education in China.
(Photo: Peking University)
Related articles
Shining Light On Why Beetles Glow
The discovery of a a 99 million year old amber fossil from Myanmar offers insight into how and why beetles began to glow.
Cooking Up Shelf-stable Sauces For International Markets
Using the combination of food science and technology, IPI Innovation Advisor Dr Rebecca Lian helped pave the way for FG Food Industries’ international expansion.
Two From Southeast Asia Win Science Prize for Women 2021
For working to achieve clean water and clean air, Singapore's Dr. Li Hongying and Indonesia's Dr. Neni Sintawardani have won the Underwriters Laboratory-ASEAN-US Science Prize for Women 2021.
Fighting Liver Cancer, A ‘Silent Killer’ Stalking Asia
From driving patient awareness to strengthening healthcare policies, countries in the Asia Pacific region are tackling liver cancer in innovative ways.
All In The Genes
Precision medicine could reveal the secrets of Asia’s collective DNA without carrying the risks of consumer genetic testing. Here’s how.
Up And Coming Quantum Applications Across Asia
From providing solutions for data security issues to air pollution, Asia is leveraging quantum technology across all domains.
Bracing For Impact With Tougher Helmets
By developing a tough new plastic, a Singapore-France team engineered stronger bicycle helmets to minimize the risk of critical head injuries.
Turning Tamarind Shells Into Energy Stores
No longer relegated to the trash bins, tamarind fruit shells can be converted into carbon nanosheets used in energy storage devices.
Color-changing Robot Hides In Plain Sight
From detecting surrounding colors to changing patterns on display, a robot can now mimic chameleons’ uncanny ability of blending in with the surroundings.