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9-Sep-2025

AI-driven atomic force microscopy platform developed for decoding human immune cell mechanics

Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Peer-Reviewed Publication

In this study, an integrated artificial intelligence (AI)-atomic force microscopy (AFM) platform is introduced that enables label-free, mechanophenotyping of macrophages at single-cell resolution.

Journal

Small Methods

8-Sep-2025

New study charts path for low-emission corn farming across the globe

Institute of Atmospheric Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Research identifies practical, high-yield strategies to significantly reduce the carbon footprint of maize cultivation in diverse climates.

Journal

Advances in Atmospheric Sciences

2-Sep-2025

Researchers develop multimodal deep learning model to enhance precision radiotherapy decision-making

Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Researchers developed a deep learning-based multimodal prognostic model that shows strong potential to improve disease-free survival prediction and enable personalized treatment in locally advanced cervical cancer.

Journal

npj Digital Medicine

1-Sep-2025

Novel biological signal-processing framework precisely decodes complex cellular language

Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Peer-Reviewed Publication

This study introduces a framework that integrates orthogonal operational amplifiers into standardized biological processes to enable efficient signal decomposition and amplification.

Journal

Nature Communications

22-Aug-2025

4th SynBio Challenges unite global youth for sustainable solutions in Shenzhen, China

Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Meeting Announcement

Launched in 2022, the SynBio Challenges is an annual initiative that empowers young innovators to tackle global challenges through synthetic biology. By promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, it drives creative and sustainable solutions for a better future.

21-Aug-2025

Evidence shows that life-long oral nicotine shapes motor and metabolic aging in mice

Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Peer-Reviewed Publication

This study offers a mechanistic framework for evaluating long‑term nicotine exposure and inspire the future development of "non‑addictive cholinergic metabolic modulators".

Journal

Advanced Science

8-Aug-2025

Researchers develop microlens-augmented atomic force microscopy for real-time nanoscale observation and control

Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Peer-Reviewed Publication

This paper presents a nanomanipulation approach enabled by real-time super-resolution imaging guidance.

Journal

Nano Research

6-Aug-2025

Unprecedented heat in North China: how soil moisture amplified 2023's record heatwave

Institute of Atmospheric Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Peer-Reviewed Publication

North China faces extreme heat, with temps hitting 40°C+ in 2023—breaking 60-year records. A new study links the heatwave to high-pressure systems and dry soils, warning such events may become normal due to climate change. Urgent adaptation needed for energy, health, and crops.

Journal

Earth's Future

5-Aug-2025

China Meteorological Administration improves tropical cyclone forecasting accuracy

Institute of Atmospheric Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Peer-Reviewed Publication

China Meteorological Administration improves tropical cyclone forecasting accuracy

Journal

Atmospheric and Oceanic Science Letters

1-Aug-2025

Deep learning-based model enables fast and accurate stroke risk prediction

Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Peer-Reviewed Publication

In this study, an automated method for lumen, vessel wall, and plaque segmentation for quantitative assessment based on MR vessel wall images and a CNN model with different priors was developed and evaluated on many patients with ischemic stroke.

Journal

European Radiology