# Chinese Academy of Sciences
Latest news and articles about Chinese Academy of Sciences
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Scaling the Third Pole: Beijing’s Archaeological Outreach Links Prehistoric Resilience to National Identity
Academician Chen Fahu delivered a landmark public lecture at the Chinese Archaeological Museum regarding prehistoric human settlement on the Tibetan Plateau. This event signifies a growing push by Chinese state institutions to connect high-level scientific research with national identity through the 'Tracing the Origins of Chinese Civilization' project.
The Genetic Switch: Chinese Scientists Unlock the Secret to Climate-Resilient, Low-Emission Rice
Chinese scientists have discovered the CHPO gene in rice, which acts as a molecular switch to simultaneously improve cold resistance and nitrogen use efficiency. This breakthrough, published in Nature, offers a pathway to maintain high crop yields during climate-driven cold snaps while significantly reducing the need for harmful nitrogen fertilizers.
China’s Commercial Space Surge: CAS Space Achieves Milestone with 14th Lijian-1 Flight
CAS Space successfully launched eight satellites aboard the Lijian-1 Y14 rocket, marking the 14th successful flight for the vehicle type. The mission highlights China's increasing launch cadence and the maturing role of commercial solid-fuel rockets in its national space strategy.
The Strategic Geometer: Gu Chaohao and the Rise of Chinese Scientific Sovereignty
Marking the centennial of mathematician Gu Chaohao, this retrospective explores how his 'strategic' approach to science bridged the gap between theoretical geometry and national defense. From his underground revolutionary roots to his groundbreaking collaboration with C.N. Yang, Gu’s legacy continues to shape China’s mathematical and aerospace ambitions.
China’s Soil Tech Offensive: Inside the High-Stakes Campaign to Shield its Northern Breadbasket
China’s 'Black Soil Granary' initiative has completed its five-year cycle, reporting significant breakthroughs in soil restoration, grain yield increases, and the development of 90% indigenously-produced smart agricultural machinery to secure the nation's northeastern breadbasket.
The Torque of the Town: China's Breakthrough in Axial Flux Motors Challenges Global Standards
A partnership between Pangu Power and the Chinese Academy of Sciences has resulted in a breakthrough for axial flux motor magnets, enhancing performance while lowering costs. This development is expected to accelerate the mass-market adoption of high-density electric drive systems and strengthen China's domestic EV supply chain.
Beyond the Glass Wall: Hu Weiwu’s Long March toward Silicon Sovereignty
Hu Weiwu, the architect of China’s Loongson CPU, is leading a generational effort to establish a third global computing ecosystem independent of X86 and ARM architectures. Driven by historical experiences of technological blockade, Hu emphasizes long-term self-reliance and the rejection of shortcuts in the pursuit of 'silicon sovereignty.'
China’s Hydrogen Breakthrough: The New “Heart” Doubling Industrial Drone Endurance
Researchers at the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed a lightweight, air-cooled hydrogen fuel cell stack that doubles the flight time of industrial drones. With a power density of 1970W/kg and a fully domestic supply chain, the technology is already entering mass production for use in agriculture, energy, and rescue operations.
From Ruins to Remote Sensing: The Man Who Taught China to See from the Skies
This profile explores the life of Tong Qingxi, a 91-year-old pioneer of Chinese remote sensing who transitioned from wartime survivor to a leader in satellite technology. It highlights his role in challenging Western scientific narratives and his current efforts to integrate AI into his lifelong work.
Beyond Passive Optics: China’s New Nanoprinting Feat Bridges the Metamaterial Production Gap
Chinese and Singaporean scientists have published a breakthrough in Nature regarding the mass production of optical metamaterials. By utilizing a new nano-printing paradigm, the researchers have solved the long-standing challenge of achieving low-cost, large-scale, and highly customized manufacturing for light-manipulating materials.
Hard Truths for Soft Intelligence: China’s Quest to Cure AI Hallucinations with Scientific Data
Chinese experts are advocating for the use of high-quality scientific data and 'digital IDs' to solve AI hallucinations and improve model interpretability. This approach, alongside strategic investments in hydrogen energy, underscores Beijing’s focus on integrating physical laws and scientific rigor into its broader technological self-reliance strategy.
China’s Sodium-Ion Breakthrough: Taming the Fire of Next-Gen Energy Storage
Chinese scientists have developed a non-flammable electrolyte that prevents thermal runaway in large-scale sodium-ion batteries, marking a major milestone for battery safety. This breakthrough, published in Nature Energy, could accelerate the commercialization of sodium-ion technology as a cheaper and safer alternative to lithium-ion.