KUALA LUMPUR: Dr Lam Shu Jie – the scientist who discovered a solution to antibiotic-resistant bacteria – has been bestowed the Outstanding Malaysian Chinese Award. Dr Lam said she never expected such a recognition and was honoured that the Malaysian Chinese community chose her as one of the recipients. When they contacted me, I said sure, I’ll come back to receive it,” said an elated Dr Lam. “And to see such a huge attendance to celebrate Malaysia Day and the Malaysian Chinese achievements makes me feel really proud to be part of it,” she said. Dr Lam received the award alongside national shuttler Datuk Lee Chong Wei and diver Cheong Jun Hoong.

Source: The Star September 17, 2017 00:07 UTC