Wu Mingzhu

Wu Mingzhu

scientist China

Wu Mingzhu, affectionately known as 'Grandma Gua,' is a renowned Chinese agricultural scientist and an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering. Born in 1928, she has dedicated her life to the research and cultivation of melons, particularly in Xinjiang, China. After graduating from Southwest Agricultural College, she was inspired to contribute to the development of local agriculture in the region. Wu faced numerous challenges in her early career, including harsh environmental conditions, yet she persevered, leading to the discovery and classification of numerous melon varieties. Over her illustrious career spanning several decades, she developed over 30 new varieties, significantly impacting the agricultural landscape. Despite battling Alzheimer's disease in her later years, she remains celebrated for her contributions, as captured in a viral video where her joy over tasting a sweet melon symbolizes her lifelong passion. Her motto, 'Grow more melons and share their sweetness with the people,' continues to resonate with many.

Born on Jan 01, 1928 (97 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
1,087,675
Power
10,860$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
China 1 9.00 0.07% +10% 1,402,112,000 1,087,675 $14,000,000 10,860$
Totals 1 1,402,112,000 1,087,675 $14,000,000 10,860$
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Recent Mentions

China China: Wu Mingzhu, known as 'Grandma Gua', emphasizes the importance of serving the country and not losing sight of personal responsibility. 9

Guangming Daily: 光明日报评论员:投身西部,大有可为 _光明网

China China: Wu Mingzhu questioned the importance of serving the country and the people in any era. 7

Guangming Daily: 到西部去,那里天高地阔! _光明网

China China: Wu Mingzhu is recognized for her significant contributions to hybrid rice, referred to as 'Watermelon Grandma'. 8

Guangming Daily: 科学家精神百场讲坛走进西藏农牧大学 _光明网

China China: Wu Mingzhu, known as 'Grandma Gua', is a 95-year-old Chinese Academy of Engineering academician who has dedicated her life to the cultivation of melons. 9

Guangming Daily: 【连续报道·报效祖国 建功西部】“瓜奶奶”吴明珠 _光明网