In Memoriam: Dr. Meijing Wu (1984-2024)
Yingwen Dong (Sanofi), Weili He (AbbVie), and Yuqian Shen (Sanofi)
Dr. Meijing Wu was a dedicated statistician, a passionate community member, and a beloved colleague, whose professional contributions and service left a lasting impact on the statistical community. Her sudden passing in November 2024 was a tremendous loss to all who had the privilege of knowing and working with her.
Born in Fujian, China, Meijing started her professional career in academia. She was a faculty member at Northwestern University and provided statistical expertise across various research disciplines. She later transitioned to industry roles at AbbVie and Sanofi, establishing herself as a respected statistical project leader. Throughout her career, Meijing was known for her technical excellence, leadership, and collaborative spirit. At AbbVie, she played a key role in developing statistical methodologies, work processes, tools, and document templates that continue to be widely used. At Sanofi, she took on the role of statistical project lead for high-priority programs and was instrumental in driving strategic decision-making and fostering cross-functional collaboration.
Meijing was an active and influential member of the ASA Biopharmaceutical Section. She served as an Associated Editor and later Editor of the Biopharmaceutical Report, and was elected as publication officer for ASA Biopharmaceutical section. She provided leadership and support to numerous initiatives. Her contributions enriched the community and inspired those around her.
To honor her legacy, ASA has established a tribute and legacy donation page (https://ww2.amstat.org/giving/honored-members/meijing-wu.cfm). We are grateful to all who have contributed to her memory. Future donations are welcomed and will continue to support initiatives that reflect Meijing’s passion for advancing statistical science and community building.
Dr. Wu’s professional excellence, generosity, and spirit of service will be remembered with admiration and gratitude. Her legacy lives on through the lives she touched, the work she championed, and the community she helped build.