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Jane Goodall has been honored 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 institute bearing her name was well known in China, and her studies and discoveries were ubiquitous in Chinese educational materials, which listed her among "accomplished females" in text books.

Influence on Youth Through Roots and Shoots

Her institute's flagship environmental education program collaborated with over a thousand educational institutions across the nation, and over three decades it trained 10,000 teachers and educated numerous students across multiple regions about protecting animals and the environment.

"Her journey is deeply motivating, and I was profoundly affected by it," Sun Xin from the national museum stated.

"It's simple to shout slogans, but it's very challenging to actually achieve results and create change," Sun added, who had encountered Dr. Goodall on many occasions.

Scientific Community and Public Recognition

Multiple high-profile scientists in China paid tribute to the conservationist following her passing.

"By her dedicated work, she persistently campaigned for animal and environmental protection, hoping that humanity would cherish and protect nature," the specialist explained.

Another scientist from the Chinese Academy of Sciences described Goodall as "a model for all biologists and environmentalists."

Long-standing Connection with China

State media noted Goodall's "long-standing connection with the country," which she traveled to repeatedly last year, and spoke to national television, observing ecological improvements in the nation.

"Her environmental philosophy and spirit have inspired numerous individuals in the country," stated local news sources.

In recent years, the primatologist commented about the transformations in the country since her initial trip two decades prior, with official initiatives driven in part by the decline of environments such as the Yangtze River basin, and the emergence of uncommon public demonstrations.

"There is no doubt that increasing numbers of people have grown conscious of environmental problems and the danger of the extinction of many species due to people's actions," she said.

The scientist said it was accurate that the nation had caused great harm to the ecosystem both locally and globally, but her message was that the nation "might pioneer efforts in eliminating the dependence on fossil fuels and establish a more sustainable future."

Social Media Response and Public Sentiment

News of her death also prompted hundreds of millions of engagements on online networks such as Weibo, where a relevant topic was seen 120 million times, and Bilibili, where Goodall posted videos.

"We appreciate for your efforts to wildlife research and conservation, and for providing motivation for females worldwide," said a user's message under the scientist's most recent video, in which she urged movement and optimism against human violence and environmental destruction globally occurring, and the worsening impact of climate change.

"Decades ago, I attended the conservation initiative 'Roots & Shoots' at school, founded by Dr. Goodall in my campus. It has influenced me profoundly," wrote a social media participant.

"Xi Zhilong", the founder of Wild China Film, said Goodall had become "a guiding light, guiding our path."

"The environmental principles she has sown across the globe will bring hope to this magnificent but vulnerable planet," he added.