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Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Energy

    China’s Cumulative Wind and Solar Power Capacity Surpasses 2 Billion Kilowatts

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    As of September 2026, China’s total installed capacity for wind and solar power exceeded 2 billion kilowatts, according to the National Energy Administration. Solar capacity reached 1.31 billion kilowatts (up 16.5% year-on-year), while wind power reached 0.7 billion kilowatts (up 20.4%).

    Why it matters

    This milestone underscores China's massive, rapid transition toward renewable energy, with wind and solar now accounting for the majority of new electricity demand to replace traditional fossil fuels.

    Science & Technology Daily · 2d ago
  2. 02
    Aerospace

    Lijian-2 Carrier Rocket Transported to Launch Pad for Impending Mission

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    The Lijian-2 (Yao-2) carrier rocket, developed by CAS Space, has been transported to the launch pad at the Dongfeng Commercial Aerospace Innovation Test Zone. The rocket has a 12-ton payload capacity and utilizes a modular "common booster core" configuration to increase capacity and lower production costs.

    Why it matters

    The move signals the expansion of China's commercial space capabilities, highlighting a shift toward modular, cost-effective launch vehicle architectures capable of both satellite deployment and potential cargo missions.

    Science & Technology Daily · 2d ago
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    Gene-Editing

    Scientists Perform First In Vivo Prime Editing in Humans

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    Researchers have successfully performed prime editing—a precise gene-editing technique—directly inside a human body. The procedure marks a milestone in applying advanced genomic correction tools in clinical settings rather than in isolated cell cultures.

    Why it matters

    This achievement moves gene-editing closer to treating genetic disorders at the source within living patients, representing a significant technical advancement for the field of genetic medicine.

    Sciencenet · 2d ago
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    Biotech

    Researchers Develop Method to Integrate Spatial Transcriptomics and Connectomics

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    Researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed a new analytical method that integrates spatial transcriptomics with connectomics. This combined approach allows scientists to map gene expression patterns simultaneously with the structural neural connectivity of tissues.

    Why it matters

    By linking molecular activity to physical neural circuitry, this technique provides a powerful new tool for neuroscientists to understand how cellular genetic states determine and influence complex brain architecture.

    CAS 科研动态 · 1d ago
  5. 05
    Drug-Dev

    Hong Kong’s New Drug Regulator Plans to Foster Global Trust and Innovation

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    Dr. Li Zili, the head of Hong Kong’s newly established Centre for Medical Products Regulation (CMPR), has committed to building an independent, internationally trusted regulatory agency. The center aims to act as an engine for regional medical innovation rather than replicating existing international regulatory models.

    Why it matters

    Establishing a credible, innovative regulatory body in Hong Kong serves as a strategic move to position the region as a hub for clinical trials and global pharmaceutical development, bridging mainland and international markets.

    SCMP China Science · 2d ago
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    Energy

    Rising Electricity Use in High-Tech Manufacturing Highlights Industrial Shifts

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    National Energy Administration data for the first three quarters of 2026 shows industrial electricity consumption reached 5.06 trillion kilowatt-hours, a 4.3% year-on-year increase. Notably, electricity usage by high-tech and equipment manufacturing sectors rose by 8.7%, outpacing the overall industrial average.

    Why it matters

    Tracking sectoral electricity consumption provides a high-fidelity indicator of China's economic transition, confirming a clear shift in industrial investment from traditional manufacturing toward high-tech and high-value-added sectors.

    Science & Technology Daily · 1d ago
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    Materials

    Puyuan Materials Reports Doubled Revenue and Expands Silicon-Carbon Capacity

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    Puyuan Materials, a company transitioning from the textile industry to lithium-ion battery materials, reported a doubling of revenue in the first three quarters of 2026. The company is now expanding its production capacity for silicon-carbon battery precursors.

    Why it matters

    This transition highlights the aggressive movement of capital and manufacturing into the battery supply chain, driven by the intense commercial demand for advanced silicon-carbon anodes to improve lithium-ion battery energy density.

    STAR Market Daily · 2d ago