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'BeiDou Goddess' Scientist Denies Label, Emphasizes Research Over Gender

Xu Ying, a key figure in China's BeiDou Navigation Satellite System, rejects the 'BeiDou Goddess' moniker, emphasizing that her scientific contributions transcend gender. The 43-year-old scientist holds a PhD and has been a leading figure in the system's development.

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