The Asian Scientist 100
Hailan Hu
Institution
Zhejiang University
Country
China
Field
Biomedical Sciences
Hu was selected as one of the 2022 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards for elucidating the biochemical mechanism of depression.
(Photo: L’Oréal For Women in Science)
AWARDS
- L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science International Awards
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