Zhao Jiuzhang (simplified Chinese: 赵九章; traditional Chinese: 趙九章; pinyin: Zhào Jiǔzhāng; Wade–Giles: Chao Chiu-chang; 15 October 1907 – 26 October 1968), also known as Jeou Jang Jaw, was a Chinese meteorologist and physicist.

[1] He was a pioneer of Chinese space technology and is considered as a founding father of China's satellite program.

[2] Born in Kaifeng, Henan Province on 15 October 1907.

During the Cultural Revolution, he was persecuted by the Red Guards and committed suicide in October 1968.

In 1999, Zhao was awarded the Two Bombs, One Satellite Achievement Medal.