Breakthroughs in Brain-Computer Interface Rehabilitation by Chinese Scientists Chinese scientists have demonstrated significant success in brain-computer interface rehabilitation, bridging the gap between biological and artificial intelligence. This cutting-edge technology is revolutionizing the way paralyzed patients regain control over their lives. Controlling Devices with Thoughts In a recent video aired by China Central Television (CCTV), a...
China Unveils Next-Generation Twin-Engine Unmanned Transport Aircraft
China has launched its latest twin-engine unmanned transport aircraft. The new aircraft represents advanced unmanned aerial technology. It had its maiden flight on Sunday. The flight took off from Zigong Fengming General Airport. This airport is located in Sichuan Province. Sichuan Tengden Sci-tech Innovation Co., Ltd. developed the aircraft. This company leads in intelligent aerial...
Light-Driven Miniature Robots Inspired by Squirting Cucumbers Hold Promise for Medicine, Agriculture, and Space Exploration
Scientists have engineered a groundbreaking light-driven launch system for miniature robots, drawing inspiration from the squirting cucumber plant. A collaborative team from China and the United States developed this innovative system. It could revolutionize medicine, agriculture, aerospace, and ballistics. Innovative Design and Mechanism The researchers designed a soft hydrogel and graphene-based launcher capable of releasing...
Uneven Melting of Arctic and Antarctic Ice Sheets May Lead to Global Disruption, Study Warns
Recent studies indicate that the uneven melting of the Arctic and Antarctic ice sheets could significantly disrupt the global climate system. This research, published in Science on August 1, reveals that the accelerated and asynchronous melting of these polar ice sheets is likely to disturb the global climate, with far-reaching consequences. Historical Insights on Polar Ice Sheets...
Dr. Zhou Yaoqi: Innovating at the Intersection of AI and Biology
Dr. Zhou Yaoqi, a senior principal investigator at the Shenzhen Bay Laboratory, is a testament to the transformative power of passion and perseverance in scientific research. His journey from a doctoral student in the U.S. to a leading figure in AI-powered biology spans nearly four decades and multiple continents. With a playful disposition and a...
Gene Discovery Offers Hope in Protecting the Brain from Herpes Virus
An international team of biologists has identified a gene that may explain why the brain is typically protected from the herpes simplex virus (HSV), a discovery that could lead to new treatments. The World Health Organization estimates that around 67% of the global population is infected with HSV type 1, which primarily attacks nerve tissue....
Gene Discovery Offers Hope in Protecting the Brain from Herpes Virus
An international team of biologists has identified a gene that may explain why the brain is typically protected from the herpes simplex virus (HSV), a discovery that could lead to new treatments. The World Health Organization estimates that around 67% of the global population is infected with HSV type 1, which primarily attacks nerve tissue....
Chinese Researchers Develop Quantum Computing Pipeline for Drug Discovery
Chinese scientists have unveiled a groundbreaking quantum computing pipeline designed to revolutionize drug discovery. This innovative approach, developed by the Tencent Quantum Lab, China Pharmaceutical University, and AceMapAI Biotechnology, was detailed in a recent paper published in the peer-reviewed journal Scientific Reports. The pipeline leverages quantum computing’s advanced capabilities to simulate complex molecular interactions and...
Why Chinese Superstition Can Predict Future Fortunes in the Twitching of an Eye
A complex set of traditional Chinese beliefs holds that an eye twitch offers a glimpse into one’s future fortunes. This notion contrasts sharply with the common understanding in other parts of the world, where an eye twitch is typically considered a potential health issue. In China, there’s an enduring saying: “Left eye twitching means fortune,...
Scientists Discover Molecular Water in Lunar Soil for the First Time
Chinese scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery of molecular water in lunar soil, marking the first time such evidence has been found. The discovery was made among samples returned by the Chang’e-5 lunar mission and involves an unidentified mineral crystal named ULM-1. ULM-1, rich in water and ammonia molecules, was identified by researchers from the...