The Asian Scientist 100
John Wong
Institution
National University of Singapore
Country
Singapore
Field
Biomedical Sciences
Wong was elected to the United States’ National Academy of Medicine in recognition of his contributions to the advancement of the medical sciences and healthcare. (Photo: Sidra Medicine)
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