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Jane Goodall has been celebrated as a "source of inspiration" across the nation, with countless people expressing admiration online to the environmental advocate who passed away recently at the age of ninety-one.

The British primatologist and founder of the Jane Goodall Institute was well known in China, and her studies and findings were widely included in local textbooks, which featured her among "women of achievement" in educational resources.

Influence on Youth Through Environmental Programs

Her institute's flagship environmental education program collaborated with more than 1,000 schools across the country, and over three decades it trained thousands of educators and educated numerous students across 25 provinces about protecting animals and the natural world.

"Her journey is deeply motivating, and I was profoundly affected by it," a science communication expert from the National Zoological Museum stated.

"It's simple to make declarations, but it's very challenging to actually get things done and make an impact," Sun noted, who had met Goodall on many occasions.

Scientific Community and Widespread Appreciation

Several prominent researchers in the country paid tribute to the conservationist following her death.

"By her dedicated work, she continuously advocated for wildlife and nature conservation, aspiring that humanity would love and safeguard nature," the specialist commented.

Shi Jun from the national research institute referred to Dr. Goodall as "a model for all scientists and naturalists."

Long-standing Connection with the Nation

Official news outlets noted Goodall's "enduring relationship with China," which she visited for the 17th time last year, and gave an interview to national television, remarking on environmental progress in the nation.

"Her environmental philosophy and spirit have inspired many people in the country," reported Chinese media.

In recent years, the primatologist commented about the transformations in the nation since her first visit two decades prior, with government efforts driven in part by the degradation of environments such as the Yangtze River basin, and the emergence of rare public protests.

"It is certain that increasing numbers of people have grown conscious of ecological issues and the risk of the disappearance of numerous animals due to people's actions," she remarked.

The scientist acknowledged it was accurate that the nation had created significant damage to the environment domestically and overseas, but her message was that the country "might pioneer efforts in eliminating the need for fossil fuels and create a more sustainable future."

Social Media Response and Popular Reaction

News of her death also prompted hundreds of millions of engagements on online networks such as Chinese microblogging sites, where a relevant topic was seen 120 million times, and Bilibili, where Goodall shared content.

"We appreciate for your contributions to wildlife research and conservation, and for providing motivation for females worldwide," said a user's message under Goodall's most recent video, in which she called for action and hope against conflict and ecological damage sweeping the world, and the worsening impact of climate change.

"Years back, I attended the conservation initiative 'the youth program' at my educational institution, established by Dr. Goodall in my school. It has shaped my perspective significantly," wrote a Weibo user.

"A conservation filmmaker", the creator of a production organization, said Goodall had become "a guiding light, guiding our path."

"The green seeds she has planted across the world will offer promise to this magnificent but vulnerable planet," he concluded.