National Taiwan University (NTU) Biomedical Engineering distinguished professor Dr. Yang Tai-Hung, also Director of the Life Sciences Development Division at the National Science and Technology Council, received the 32nd TECO Award in the Biomedical/Agricultural field. The award recognizes his innovative work on polycaprolactone membranes for reparable pneumothorax, which are both effective and safe for high-risk medical applications, as well as his development of a simple and efficient system for capturing circulating tumor cells, advancing precision medicine technologies.
Dr. Yang expressed deep gratitude to his family, especially his parents, whose unwavering support and love gave him the courage to pursue his research ambitions. He emphasized that their encouragement has been a constant source of motivation throughout his solitary research journey.
He also acknowledged his mentors and over 80 graduate students, highlighting that their guidance and teamwork have been essential to his achievements. Dr. Yang noted that facing challenges with dedication and a commitment to truth allowed him to advance in his field and reach new academic heights.
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