Phạm Thị Trân Châu facts for kids

Phạm Thị Trân Châu (born July 29, 1938) is a famous Vietnamese biochemist and a former politician. A biochemist is a scientist who studies the amazing chemistry of living things. She has made important contributions to science and her country.

She was born in a place called Dien Phong Commune, which is in the Điện Bàn District of Quảng Nam Province, Vietnam.

Early Life and Learning

Phạm Thị Trân Châu went to the University of Hanoi to study. After she finished her studies, she became a biology professor at the same university. A professor is a teacher at a university.

In 1974, she earned a special degree called a PhD from the University of Łódź. A PhD is a very high university degree. It means someone is an expert in their chosen field.

Awards and Honors

Phạm Thị Trân Châu has received many important awards for her work. In 1988, she was given the Vietnam Kovalevskaya Award. This award celebrates women who do great work in science and technology.

In 2011, she was chosen to be the president of the Intellectual Women's Association. This group helps smart and talented women in Vietnam.

She also received the special title of "meritorious teacher." This means she was recognized for being an excellent and dedicated teacher. The country also honored her with the Labor Order, 2nd and 3rd class. The Labor Order is a special award given by the government for outstanding work and service.

Serving Her Country

Besides her work in science and teaching, Phạm Thị Trân Châu also helped lead her country. She was a representative in the Tenth National Assembly of Vietnam. The National Assembly is like a parliament or congress. It is where elected people come together to make important laws and decisions for the country.