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China's planetary defense project leader Gong Zizheng dies at 61

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Gong Zizheng, a leading figure in China's space debris research and the head of the nation's planetary defense project, has passed away at the age of 61. Gong was recognized for his pioneering work in space debris research and his significant contributions to international organizations in the field. Colleagues remember him as a dedicated, generous, and unassuming scientist who was deeply committed to his work and mentoring younger scholars. AI

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China's planetary defense project leader Gong Zizheng dies at 61

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Ling Xin ·

    Gong Zizheng, who led China’s planetary defence project, dies at 61

    Gong Zizheng, a pioneer of space debris research and a key figure in China’s planned asteroid defence mission, has died at 61. A top government adviser and prominent leader in international space debris organisations, Gong died on Saturday after a battle with illness, according t…

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