The Asian Scientist 100
Bai Chunli
Institution
Chinese Academy of Sciences
Country
China
Field
Chemistry
The former president of The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) and Chinese Academy of Sciences, Bai was awarded the 2022 TWAS- Abdus Salam Medal for his contributions to promoting science in developing countries.
(Photo: Royal Society)
AWARDS
- 2022 TWAS- Abdus Salam Medal
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