Kono Yasui (保井 コノ, Yasui Kono, 16 February 1880 – 24 March 1971) was a Japanese biologist and cytologist. In 1927, she became the first Japanese woman to receive a doctoral degree in science. She received a Medal of Honor with Purple Ribbon and was awarded as an Order of the Precious Crown Third Class for her academic accomplishments and leadership in women’s education in Japan.
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16 February 1880 Kagawa, Japan
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21 March 1971 (aged 91) Bunkyo City, Tokyo, Japan
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Zodiac | Aquarius |
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