Ray Wu Memorial Fund

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The Ray Wu Prize

For Excellence in Life Sciences is established to inspire Asia’s most promising young Ph.D. students to become future leaders in life sciences.   – read more WeChat

Dr. Ray Wu

Dr. Ray Wu (1928-2008) was a true scholar in the world and a strong advocate for life sciences throughout Asia.  In the 1970s, he developed the first method for DNA sequencing and pioneered recombinant DNA technology.  He devoted later part of his scientific career to genetic engineering of rice, which feeds most of the world population. 

Ray Wu Prize

The Ray Wu Prize recognizes excellence in life science research by a graduate student for innovation, independent thinking, and dedication.  Ray Wu Prize is awarded each year to graduate students who are pursuing a degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D.) in an academic institution located in mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, or Singapore.

Prof. Gu Xiaocheng

The Gu Xiaocheng Lecture award is established in her honor. She was a professor in the School of Life Sciences, Peking University. She served as the Head of the Department of Biology (now School of Life Sciences) and the State Key Laboratory for Protein Engineering and Plant Genetic Engineering. She played many leading roles in developing life science research programs.