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Tsung-Dao Lee, a groundbreaking Chinese-American physicist, has passed away at the age of 97. Lee, who became the second-youngest scientist to win a Nobel Prize at just 31, was celebrated for his revolutionary work in particle physics, particularly his discovery of parity violation. His achievements in the field challenged long-held beliefs in the laws of nature and opened new avenues of research. Born in Shanghai in 1926, Lee’s journey from a self-taught student in China to a Nobel laureate is a testament to his extraordinary intellect and determination. His death marks the end of an era in theoretical physics.