🌿 Ever wondered how plants can connect people across borders? Meet Tojibaev Komiljon, a passionate botanist from Uzbekistan whose love for plants sprouted thanks to his dad. 🌱
After graduating, Komiljon dove deeper into the world of botany at Uzbekistan's Academy of Sciences. But his curiosity didn't stop there! Over the past decade, he's teamed up with scientists in China, collaborating on cool projects like setting up the Global Allium Garden (think garlic and onions, but way cooler!) and creating joint labs. 🧪
Now, as the curator of Uzbekistan's National Herbarium, Komiljon is on a mission with the Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography under the Chinese Academy of Sciences. Their goal? Digitize a whopping 1.7 million plant specimens! 💻📷
This cross-mountain friendship isn't just about plants—it's about bringing together communities, sharing knowledge, and bridging cultures. Pretty inspiring, right? 🌏🤝
Reference(s):
Encounters with China: Friendship Across Mountains and Rivers – Below the Tianshan Mountains
cgtn.com
