Desert ‘Space Moss’ Could Pave the Way to Mars
Explore how desert ‘space moss’ survives extremes and holds secrets to growing the first plant on Mars.
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AI-Powered GEAIR: The World’s First Full-Process Breeding Robot
China’s GEAIR robot marks a biotech-AI breakthrough in agriculture, automating hybrid breeding to boost yields, cut costs, and drive sustainable, precision farming.
Global Youth Tackle Sustainability at 4th SynBio Challenge in Shenzhen
Nearly 1,900 participants from 265 teams gathered in Shenzhen for the 4th SynBio Challenges, exploring seven tracks to unlock sustainable biotech solutions.
Shenzhou-20 Crew Advances Science Aboard China’s Space Station
From Shenzhou-20’s cell research to microgravity combustion tests, see how China’s orbiting station is advancing space science and health insights.
How Biotech Firms Build ‘Modular’ Supply Chains
At the third China International Supply Chain Expo, biotech and pharma firms unveiled modular supply chains that drive efficiency and global reach for suppliers and clients.
PlantGPT Revolutionizes Plant Genomics with AI-Powered Insights
Researchers in the Chinese mainland launch PlantGPT, an AI-driven Q&A system for plant functional genomics, promising precise insights to accelerate biotech research worldwide.
New Sweat Sensor Patch Offers Early Parkinson’s Alerts
New sweat-sensing patch tracks Parkinson’s biomarkers in real time, offering a non-invasive tool for early diagnosis and continuous monitoring.
Biogen Launches First Gene-Targeted ALS Therapy in the Chinese Mainland
Biogen has launched Tofersen, the Chinese mainland’s first gene-targeted therapy for SOD1-ALS, offering hope by slowing motor neuron damage in a disease fatal within 3-5 years.
China Approves First Domestic 9-Valent HPV Vaccine
China’s drug regulator approves the country’s first domestically developed 9-valent HPV vaccine, targeting nine strains to boost protection against cervical cancer.
China Approves First Homegrown Nine-Valent HPV Vaccine
The Chinese mainland greenlights Cecolin 9, its first domestically developed nine-valent HPV vaccine, promising over 98% protection and an easier two-dose schedule for teens.