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Phung, 60, is a leading specialist with numerous research studies in the chemical - pharmaceutical field, discovering new natural cures for many diseases, including cervical cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer, or diabetes, and Alzheimer diseases.
The lecturer expressed her happiness to receive the prize, saying that she had a passion for research since she was a student.
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Five female staff of the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology also received a Kovalevskaya 2016 award for their project on nano technology applied in agricultural production and health care.
On behalf of her team, Nga highlighted the significance of the prize to scientists, saying that it encourages young scientists to continue their work.
Associate Prof. Dr. Nguyen Quang Liem, Director of the Institute for Materials Research under the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology, said the prize is an honour not only for the team, but also for Vietnam’s science community.
