Roel Sterckx

Craig Clunas, Professor Emeritus at the University of Oxford, Anne Gerritsen from the University of Warwick, and Roel Sterckx from the University of Cambridge discuss the remarkable legacy of Li Shizhen. They delve into his groundbreaking Compendium of Materia Medica, a monumental survey of natural remedies that intertwines scientific rigor with cultural folklore. The conversation also highlights the Ming Dynasty’s dynamic nature and how Li’s holistic approach revolutionized traditional Chinese medicine, shaping health practices for centuries to come.