Tu Youyou

Tu Youyou

scientist China

Tu Youyou is a renowned Chinese pharmaceutical chemist and Nobel Prize laureate who is best known for her discovery of artemisinin, a groundbreaking treatment for malaria. Born on December 30, 1930, Tu's work has saved millions of lives worldwide and has had a profound impact on global public health. Her research was inspired by traditional Chinese medicine and focused on identifying effective treatments from herbal remedies. Tu's dedication to her field and her innovative approach to drug discovery exemplify the principles of long-termism in scientific research, emphasizing patience and persistence over immediate results.

Born on Dec 30, 1930 (94 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
691,036
Power
6,900$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
China 1 9.00 0.05% +0% 1,402,112,000 691,036 $14,000,000 6,900$
Totals 1 1,402,112,000 691,036 $14,000,000 6,900$
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Recent Mentions

China China: Tu Youyou is recognized for her research on artemisinin, which has been crucial in malaria treatment. 9

People's Daily: 长期主义为何赢得未来--理论-中国共产党新闻网