Table 1.
Summary of scientists’ major contributions to SARS research
| Scientists | Major contribution to the research on SARS | Region of research institute |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. FL | Led his research team in decoding the genomic sequence of the SARS coronavirus | Hong Kong |
| Dr. LP | First scientist to obtain the partial genetic sequence of SARS-coronavirus, a finding that contributed to the identification of coronavirus as the causal agent of SARS | Hong Kong |
| Prof. DL | Led his research team in decoding the genomic sequence of the SARS-coronavirus; developed a rapid diagnostic test; traced the molecular evolution of the SARS coronavirus | Hong Kong |
| Dr. AC | Participated in decoding the genomic sequence of the SARS-coronavirus | Hong Kong |
| Dr. RC | Participated in the development of a rapid diagnostic test | Hong Kong |
| Dr. KT | Studied the genomic sequence and biology of selected genes of the SARS-coronavirus | Hong Kong |
| Prof. GZ | Led the consortium which traced the molecular evolution of the SARS-coronavirus during the course of the SARS epidemic in China | Mainland China |
| Prof. AS | Described the epidemiological and clinical factors and outcomes of a series of SARS cases; and proposed the mechanism for transmission of SARS | Canada |
| Dr. RS | Led a development program for a SARS vaccine | Canada |