Cao Tianqin, known as Tien-chin Tsao, was a Chinese biochemist and a professor at the Shanghai Institute of Biochemistry.
10 Facts About Cao Tianqin
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Cao Tianqin was a strong advocate and main leader for the synthesis of insulin, and spearheaded the research of plant viruses in China.
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Cao Tianqin was the husband of the renowned physicist Xie Xide.
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Cao Tianqin entered the affiliated high school of Yenching University in 1932, and was admitted to the Chemistry Department of Yenching University in 1935.
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Cao Tianqin married fellow Chinese scientist Xie Xide in Cambridge in 1952.
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Cao Tianqin was a strong advocate and main leader for the synthesis of insulin, and spearheaded the research in plant viruses.
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Cao Tianqin was appointed Vice President of the Shanghai Institute of Biochemistry in 1960 and held the position until 1984.
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Cao Tianqin taught at Fudan University and Shanghai University of Science and Technology.
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In 1973, Cao Tianqin participated in the research of the ancient corpse from the Han dynasty tombs of Mawangdui.
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Cao Tianqin died on 8 January 1995 in Shanghai, at the age of 74.