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China's highest geological science prize awarded to 15 scholars
15+ hour, 7+ min ago (329+ words) The prize ceremony for the 19th Li Siguang Geological Science Award was held in Beijing recently. Seven scholars received the Li Siguang Geological Science Research Award, while eight were honored with the Li Siguang Geological Science Field Work Award. Minister of…...
Chinese scientists develop artificial tongue to measure spiciness
4+ week, 1+ day ago (228+ words) SHANGHAI -- Chinese scientists have whipped up an artificial tongue that may say, "Yep, that's spicy!" The gel-based "chili-meter" delivers a quick, exact pungency reading, sparing human taste testers from braving the heat and potentially revolutionizing quality control in the food…...
Scientists predict new ultrastable 2D materials for fast-charging, long-lasting batteries
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (190+ words) TIANJIN -- A global team of scientists has predicted a new family of two-dimensional topological telluride materials that could dramatically boost the performance and stability of future lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries. The study, combining cutting-edge theoretical modeling with global collaboration, was…...
World Laureates Forum awards intl scientific excellence in Shanghai
2+ mon, 8+ hour ago (292+ words) Three notable scientists were awarded the 2025 World Laureates Association Prize (WLA Prize) for their groundbreaking work at the World Laureates Forum 2025, which kicked off on Saturday in Shanghai's Lingang Special Area. The WLA Prize is an international science award established…...
Chinese team designs lead-free, eco-friendly solar cells, breaking efficiency record
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (253+ words) SHANGHAI -- In a significant advance for green energy, Chinese scientists have created a tin-based solar cell that rivals the efficiency of conventional lead-based models while eliminating environmental and health risks. Perovskite solar cells have been hailed as a potential game-changer…...
Chinese researchers develop high-efficiency flexible thermoelectric material for wearables
6+ mon, 2+ week ago (201+ words) BEIJING -- Chinese researchers have developed a highly efficient, flexible thin-film material for power generation, representing a major breakthrough in flexible power technology for smart wearables, the Science and Technology Daily has reported. While wearable devices such as smartwatches and fitness…...
Chinese scientists develop new type of high-temperature superconductor
10+ mon, 6+ day ago (249+ words) The discovery establishes nickelate materials as the third class of high-temperature superconductors, following cuprates and iron-based systems, capable of operating in ambient conditions. Chinese scientists develop new type of high-temperature superconductor SHENZHEN " A joint research team from the Southern University…...
Chinese scientists develop nickelate high-temperature superconductors at ambient pressure
10+ mon, 1+ week ago (275+ words) A joint research team from Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech) and other Chinese institutions has developed a new type of high-temperature superconductors at ambient pressure, achieving a breakthrough in superconductivity research. Chinese scientists develop nickelate high-temperature superconductors at…...
NASA's Bennu asteroid sample reveals life's ingredients in early solar system
10+ mon, 3+ week ago (205+ words) LOS ANGELES -- Studies of the samples from asteroid Bennu brought back to Earth by NASA's spacecraft have revealed that the early solar system had widespread conditions and ingredients for life, NASA said on Wednesday. NASA's OSIRIS-REx spacecraft, the first US…...