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Recently, a news that shook all walks of life has aroused widespread attention on the Internet: Yang Xiaoming, known as the "father of the new crown vaccine", was dismissed on suspicion of serious violations of discipline and law, and may be involved in drug corruption and vaccine research and development.
As soon as this news came out, it immediately became the focus of public discussion, after all, Yang Xiaoming played a pivotal role in the research and development of the new crown vaccine, and his personal misconduct undoubtedly touched the sensitive nerves of hundreds of millions of people.
Yang Xiaoming, the former chief engineer and chief scientist of China National Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd., won the reputation of "the father of the new crown vaccine" for leading the team to develop the world's first inactivated new crown vaccine, which greatly contributed to the fight against the epidemic at home and abroad, making him an internationally renowned scientific research figure.
But recently, he has been exposed for suspected violations of discipline and law, and he has suddenly changed from a former public health hero to the focus of public opinion, and has been questioned by all parties.
The public's attention to Yang Xiaoming's case is not only because of his important position in vaccine research and development, but also because his actions are directly related to the health and safety of people across the country.
As a key means of fighting the epidemic, the efficacy and safety of the new crown vaccine have always been the focus of public attention.
Yang Xiaoming's fall has undoubtedly made many people doubt the quality and supervision of vaccines, and the heated discussion against Yang Xiaoming on the Internet has heated up sharply, and opinions are divided.
Some netizens expressed their shock, pointing out that Yang Xiaoming's past scientific research brilliance was once a beacon of public hope, but now the changes are deeply regrettable and disappointing.
Other netizens are worried about whether the incident will affect the vaccination process and even pose a potential risk to public health, reflecting the public's deep concern about the subsequent impact.
Against this backdrop, many netizens strongly urged the relevant authorities to speed up the investigation process and release the truth as soon as possible, so as to reassure the public and restore public confidence in vaccines and the public health system.
Sima Nan and other well-known figures also expressed their opinions on this matter, emphasizing that if Yang Xiaoming is only involved in personal economic issues, it may still be in the realm of private morality;
But if there is misconduct in the development of a new crown vaccine, it could have immeasurable consequences. With the in-depth discussion of the topic, Yang Xiaoming's rich academic background has gradually become the focus:
His five-year immersion at the National Institutes of Health in the United States, as well as a short-term exchange at the National Institute of Preventive Research in Japan, is a series of academic excellence that makes one respect for his professionalism.
But at the same time, this background also raises concerns about possible problems in the development of vaccines.
After graduating from Lanzhou Medical College with a major in clinical medicine, Yang Xiaoming was assigned to work in Lanzhou Institute of Biological Products, and returned to China after further study abroad, serving as the executive deputy director, director and deputy secretary of the Party Committee of Wuhan Institute of Biological Products.
His outstanding contributions and academic status have been recognized at the national level, and he has been listed as a valid candidate for co-optation of academicians of the Chinese Academy of Engineering twice in 2021 and 2023 respectively.
At the critical juncture of the research and development of the new crown vaccine, Yang Xiaoming firmly advocated the use of the "inactivated vaccine" strategy, personally led the team to break through many difficulties, and finally contributed to the emergence and promotion of the world's first new crown inactivated vaccine.
While recent information about his dismissal has raised widespread concerns about the safety and efficacy of vaccines, it is important to remember that the development of a vaccine is a complex task that follows strict scientific norms.
Every vaccine is subjected to thorough scientific research, rigorous clinical trials, and careful evaluation and approval by national regulatory agencies to ensure that it meets the highest standards of safety and efficacy before it is placed on the market.
The Yang Xiaoming incident reminds us of the need for greater transparency and oversight in the vaccine development process to ensure the safety and effectiveness of vaccines and win the public's trust.
At the same time, scientific researchers should also strengthen self-restraint, maintain a scientific attitude, and not violate the law for personal gain. Relevant regulatory authorities should also strengthen the review and supervision of scientific research projects to ensure the impartiality of vaccine research and development.
Vaccines are seen as a powerful weapon in our fight against the pandemic, not only as a solid cornerstone of society's public health defense system, but also as an indispensable barrier to the health and safety of everyone and their families.
Through widespread vaccination, we have been able to significantly reduce the risk of virus transmission, protect susceptible populations, and reduce severe cases, thereby effectively controlling the spread of the epidemic and gradually returning to normal social life.
The popularization and application of vaccines has demonstrated the power of modern medical science and technology, strengthened the concept of herd immunity, and is an important way to finally defeat the epidemic and restore global public health security.
Regarding the Yang Xiaoming incident, we hope that the relevant departments can find out the truth as soon as possible and give the public a clear answer, and at the same time, we should also reflect on and improve the process of vaccine development and supervision to enhance the public's confidence in vaccination.
Although the Yang Xiaoming incident is a sigh, it has also become a loud alarm bell.
This not only reveals the importance of adhering to scientific research ethics and legal standards in the process of climbing the peak of scientific research, but also serves as a profound warning to all researchers that while pursuing scientific innovation and technological breakthroughs, they must not forget their original aspirations, abide by professional ethics, and ensure the purity and legitimacy of research activities.
Every researcher should use this case as a mirror to examine themselves and ensure that every step of their exploration is on the positive track of promoting human well-being and scientific and technological progress, leaving a truly meaningful scientific legacy.
Although it is difficult for the outside world to predict the future direction of Yang Xiaoming, the social repercussions and deep-seated thinking he has triggered have gone beyond the scope of personal events.
This incident has prompted people to re-examine the effectiveness of the scientific research integrity system and regulatory mechanism, which undoubtedly has far-reaching impact and positive significance for promoting the long-term and healthy development of the mainland's scientific research ecology and building a more fair, transparent and responsible scientific research environment.
It inspires us that only in a healthy soil for scientific research can the tree of scientific and technological innovation thrive and bear fruitful fruits that benefit all mankind.
Therefore, the extensive discussion and reflection of Yang Xiaoming's case is not only a review of the past, but also a correction of the direction of the future scientific research path, which will continue to inject positive energy into the scientific research cause in the mainland and even the world.
Information sources:
"Yang Xiaoming was dismissed from his position as a deputy to the National People's Congress on suspicion of serious violations of discipline and law, and led a team to develop the first new crown inactivated vaccine" - Red Star News released on April 28, 2024
Official confirmation: Yang Xiaoming, the former chief engineer of Sinopharm Group, is suspected of serious violations of discipline and law-The Paper