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Platinum Hydrogen Technology has raised millions in Pre-A funding to advance its hydrogen catalyst materials. Their new nanostructured catalysts significantly improve durability and reduce precious metal usage.
Yiru Tech, a synthetic biology company, raised over 100 million RMB to scale production of bio-based leather. The company leverages AI for strain screening and fermentation optimization to achieve cost parity with traditional leather.
Dongfeng Motor has successfully developed and applied 2400MPa ultra-high strength steel for automotive structural components. This material features improved toughness and weldability, currently integrated into Yijing vehicles.
Researchers at Osaka Metropolitan University have developed a programmable material that allows for the precise manipulation and storage of thermal energy. This breakthrough enables heat control with the same level of accuracy as microchips control electrical currents.
Chinese researchers have developed a high-performance insulation material capable of withstanding 1000°C without deformation. This breakthrough is critical for the future of reusable rocket technology.
SAIC Volkswagen is facing a surge in complaints regarding premature cracking of Hankook tires on 2022-2024 models. Experts suggest a new rubber formula may be the root cause of these quality defects.
Liang Wenjie, a scientist from the Institute of Physics, CAS, discusses his role as a scientific advisor for 'The Wandering Earth 2' and 'The Three-Body Problem' TV series. He explains how he translated complex concepts like carbon nanotubes and orbital mechanics into cinematic visual narratives.
China's HEPS fourth-generation synchrotron light source is pivoting its primary KPI from academic publications to industrial applications. The facility will prioritize research in critical sectors like battery technology, aviation, and semiconductor chips.
Beijing's Huairou Science City has officially activated 37 major research platforms, including the High Energy Photon Source. These facilities are now open to global researchers from academia and industry to drive breakthroughs in fundamental and applied sciences.
Scientists are studying the chemical composition of ancient Roman concrete to understand why it remains intact after nearly two millennia. This research offers potential insights for modern sustainable material science.