The Asian Scientist 100
Wang Chen
Institution
Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences
Country
China
Field
Biomedical Sciences
In 2020, Chen was elected as an international member of the National Academy of Medicine for his clinical research, medical reform and leadership of three leading medical bodies: the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College, and the Center for Respiratory Diseases of China-Japan Friendship Hospital.
(Photo: Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences)
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