Shan Ratnam Politician

Emeritus Professor Sittampalam Shanmugaratnam (4 July 1928–6 August 2001) was the professor and head of the department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology of the National University Hospital of Singapore specializing in human reproduction research. His work on contraception contributed to Singapore's success in population control. The National University Hospital research laboratory for prostaglandin research was initiated and propelled by his vision and energy. He was also the founder of the IVF programme for childless couples. Shanmugaratnam shortened his own name to Shan Ratnam, and he is credited as S. Shan Ratnam in all official media.

Personal facts

Birth dateJanuary 01, 1928
Religion
Hindu
Date of deathJanuary 01, 2001

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External resources

  1. http://www.aofog.org/events/eventsSSRFoundation_seminar.htm