Only 20, and she’s already pursuing doctoral studies

By REBECCA RAJAENDRAM

Young and smart: Ho was chosen for the scholarship based on her exceptional academic record and other activities.

PETALING JAYA: She is only 20 years old but she is about to pursue her doctoral studies in biological sciences.

Ipoh-born Vivien Ho Wei Wen will be going to Brasenose College in Oxford University, Britain, to pursue her Doctor of Philosophy (DPhil), focusing either on developmental biology or stem cell biology.

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