Person Zhou; Guangzhao (1929 - 2024); Theoretical physicist Zhou Guangzhao Theoretical physicist 1929 - 2024 Chinese Male Changsha, Hunan, China, Asia 15/05/1929 19290515 Beijing, Northern China, Asia 15/08/2024 20240815

theoretical physicist Theoretical physics Particle physics Education: Tsinghua University, Physics, B.S (1947-1951); Beijing University, Graduate School, Theoretical Physics, M.S. (1951-1954) Career: Researcher for the Dubra Joint Institute for Nuclear Research, Moscow (1957); returned to China (1960); director of the Chinese Nuclear Weapons Research Institute, now the China Academy of Engineering Physics (CAEP); elected to the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), becoming Vice President (1984–1987) and President (1987–1997). Memberships: US National Academy of Sciences 1987 Renowned for his discovery of PCAC — partial conservation of axial current —widely considered to be one of the most important contributions to particle physics. PCAC is key to understanding the interactions of fundamental particles known as pions. In statistical mechanics and condensed matter physics, Guangzhao’s work on Green’s function has applications that include laser and plasma physics. Proved an important theorem relating to the ratios of the products of particle decay and a concept known as charge–parity–time (CPT) invariance. He also made important contributions to detonation physics, radiation hydrodynamics and computing methods in mechanics. Played a leading role in helping Chinese scientists to prepare for a knowledge-based economy. He was widely respected for his work to promote international science exchange and inspire young scientists. Contributed to designing China's first atomic and hydrogen bombs. The asteroid 3462 Zhouguangzhao is named after him. Foreign Member 19/04/2012 82 The Royal Society Fellows Directory, Professor Guangzhao Zhou ForMemRS [URL: https://royalsociety.org/people/guangzhao-zhou-12587/; last accessed: 19/02/2025] Honorary Degree Congregation, The University of Hong Kong, Biography, Zhou Guangzhao [URL: https://www4.hku.hk/hongrads/graduates/honorary-degree-of-doctor-of-science-guangzhao-zhou-zhou-guangzhao; last accessed: 19/02/2025] International Standard Archival Authority Record for Corporate Bodies, Persons and Families - ISAAR(CPF) 2nd edition - ICA 2004 ISBN 2-9521932-2-3 National Council on Archives, Rules for the Construction of Personal, Place and Corporate Names, 1997 RCN R81999 The past Fellows entries are under continuous revision. If you have queries or additional information to contribute, please contact Library@royalsociety.org. Content in external sources is not controlled by the Royal Society and historical sources may include content that is now unacceptable. Reviewed on 19/02/2024 as part of the Name Authority Project update. NA9774 08/06/2012 Joanna 08/09/2025 RS_NET\VidaM Yes 91055585-d110-4400-9f5e-b38934b97b8e