Thursday, July 30, 2026
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- 01Astronomy
China's FAST Telescope Discovers 1284 Pulsars, Surpassing Global Totals
CB Signal48The Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical radio Telescope (FAST) in China has detected 1284 pulsars, significantly exceeding the total number found by international telescopes during the same period. This achievement was announced following the completion of maintenance on FAST, which involved replacing six large domestic steel cables.
Why it mattersFAST's prolific pulsar discoveries provide crucial data for understanding cosmic evolution and extreme astrophysical phenomena. This demonstrates China's advanced capabilities in radio astronomy and its significant contribution to global scientific data.
IT Home · 3d ago - 02Clinical
Hong Kong Partners on Greater Bay Area Clinical Trials for Cancer and Eye Disease Treatments
CB Signal31Hong Kong is leading clinical trials in the Greater Bay Area for two new US-developed treatments: one for breast cancer and another for a degenerative eye disease. The trials involve collaborations between Hong Kong, Shenzhen, and a pharmaceutical start-up, Health Hope Pharma.
Why it mattersThis initiative expands trial access for novel therapies and fosters cross-border medical research collaboration within the Greater Bay Area, potentially accelerating drug development and patient access in the region.
SCMP China Science · 2d ago - 03Ecology
eDNA Technology Detects Critically Endangered 'Tai O Fish' in Hong Kong Waters After 10 Years
CB Signal17An academic from Lingnan University in Hong Kong has used environmental DNA (eDNA) technology to detect the critically endangered Chinese bahaba, also known as the "Tai O fish," in local waters. This marks the first detection of the species in over a decade.
Why it mattersThis successful application of eDNA provides a powerful new tool for monitoring rare and elusive species, aiding conservation efforts for the Chinese bahaba and potentially other endangered marine life.
SCMP China Science · 3d ago - 04Astronomy
Star Observed Orbiting Milky Way's Central Black Hole at 8% Light Speed
CB Signal10Astronomers have identified a star, designated S301, orbiting Sagittarius A*, the supermassive black hole at the Milky Way's center, at 8% of the speed of light. This observation is considered the most significant detection of relativistic effects around a black hole to date.
Why it mattersThe speed and proximity of S301 to Sagittarius A* offer an unprecedented natural laboratory for testing Einstein's general relativity and alternative theories of gravity in extreme conditions.
CnBeta · 2d ago - 05Medicine
Targeted Gene Therapy Extends Lung Cancer Survival from Months to Years
CB Signal9Scientists have identified a specific gene defect that, over two decades ago, was recognized as a key driver in the uncontrolled growth of certain cancers. This understanding has led to targeted drug development, transforming the treatment of lung cancer from outcomes measured in months to years.
Why it mattersThis breakthrough illustrates the power of understanding cancer genomics to develop precise therapies. It signifies a major advancement in personalized medicine, dramatically improving patient outcomes for a previously hard-to-treat disease.
Guokr · 2d ago - 06Medicine
Early Screening Helps Hong Kong Woman Avoid Family's Liver Cancer History
CB Signal8A Hong Kong woman, who knew she had a genetic predisposition to liver cancer due to her family history and carrying the hepatitis B virus, managed to avoid a late-stage diagnosis through regular health check-ups. Her mother and grandmother both died from late-stage liver cancer.
Why it mattersThis case highlights the critical importance of proactive screening and early detection for individuals with genetic risk factors or viral infections, enabling timely intervention and potentially saving lives.
SCMP China Science · 2d ago