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The vessel has been tested in Luohe, a city in Henan province. Photo: Handout

China develops first AI robot lifeguard to stand 24-hour watch over river

The device relies on an algorithm to tell when someone is in trouble and has been designed to work without any human involvement.

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Chinese women wore tank tops, transparent clothing 800 years ago: study

Exclusive | Hopes dim for China and US space agencies to exchange moon samples

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Magnetic shield over North America is losing strength: PLA scientists

Chinese scientists find the natural barrier over the eastern hemisphere is strengthening, possibly because of a shift in the geomagnetic poles.

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The Earth’s magnetic field over North America has weakened significantly over the past 30 years. Photo: Shutterstock

Stem cell study could bring hope to women struggling with fertility

Findings of study by Chinese scientists may help extend women’s reproductive lifespan as the average age of having children rises.

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China’s scientists unveil engine design that could transform hypersonic flight

Tsinghua researchers combine ramjet-based rotor compressor with a detonation engine which they say advances propulsion technology.

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China’s Mars rover Zhurong finds evidence of ancient ocean on red planet

Data from Tianwen-1 mission offers clues about coastline of short-lived sea on Martian surface around 3.5 billion years ago, researchers say.

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China’s Zhurong rover is part of the country’s Tianwen-1 mission to Mars. Photo: EPA-EFE

How Chinese-born US scientists are reacting to Trump’s White House comeback

As they watch to see how administration unfolds, some fear revival of China Initiative that affected academics of Chinese descent.

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Fasting? Why skipping dinner might be better than not eating breakfast

A Chinese study has found that missing a morning meal can exacerbate the development of heart disease.

Chinese scientists find most common human antibody could play big role in ageing

New study by researchers in China and US finds excessive Immunoglobulin G in the body can accelerate ageing and intensify inflammation.

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Immunoglobulin G, or IgG, IgG, is capable of neutralising toxins, viruses, and bacteria. Photo: Shutterstock

Tidal surge hits China, ‘time traveller’ emperor: 7 science highlights

From an unforeseen extreme weather event to foretelling the birth of Anno Domini calendar, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent science reporting.

Experts say several highly unusual factors contributed to a tidal event in eastern China in October. Photo: SCMP

US’ growing support for China tech curbs could advance brain drain: researchers

Visa curbs and an increasingly hostile environment could drive away researchers of Chinese origin, slowing America’s own scientific development.

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Chinese scientists bring converged energy beam weapon to life: paper

Trials have been completed on a new weapon system that directs a number of high-powered beams onto a single target.

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China’s ‘bat lady’ Shi Zhengli opens path for new coronavirus research

Shi and a team of Chinese, US and Swiss researchers have developed a customised virus receptor that could pave way for new treatments.

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Shi Zhengli is best known for her research into coronviruses in Wuhan. Photo: AP

AI may produce millions of tonnes of electronic waste by 2030, study finds

Rapid rise of generative artificial intelligence requires frequent upgrades to hardware and chip technology, leaving existing equipment obsolete.

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Without efforts to reduce it, electronic waste from AI is expected to see significant growth. Photo: Shutterstock

Swiss university set to restrict applications from Chinese students

Top academic institute ETH Zurich has revealed a new screening policy which will limit students from countries including China.

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PLA simulates Shanghai attack to see how close fighter jets from Japan could get

Stealth aircraft could be detected from 180km away in war games, but some cruise missiles have a range of more than 900km.

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Why tiny water bears are true survivors – and what it might mean for astronauts

The microscopic animal has radiation-resistant genes that could have applications in space, crops and medicine, Chinese researcher says.

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A water bear, or tardigrade, measures around 1mm long but fascinates scientists with its radiation-resisting abilities. Photo: Shutterstock

Thailand set to be first country to join Chinese and US-led space initiatives

The Thai government has announced it will join the US-led Artemis Accords, despite also working with China on the ILRS.

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J-20 designer arms electronic warfare drones with generative AI

Chinese scientists have developed a large language model that can command military drones to attack enemy radar systems.

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China voices support for Nasa over botched Boeing Starliner space mission

China’s manned space agency supports ‘safety first’ approach and hopes for the safe return of Nasa’s two stranded astronauts.

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Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft, seen here docked at the International Space Station, was expected to bring US astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams home in June after an eight-day mission. Photo: TNS

Did Chinese ‘time traveller’ emperor foretell birth of Anno Domini calendar?

The history of Wang Mang, a Han dynasty minister and imperial cousin who later founded his own short-lived dynasty, resonates across time.

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Wang Mang is viewed as a man of the moment in an era in Chinese history defined by a deep yearning for renewal and transformation in nearly all walks of life. Photo: Baidu

China floats wave, wind and solar power plan for South China Sea outposts

Chinese researchers will examine the feasibility of deploying integrated renewable systems on the high seas.

‘A lot of unknowns’: China-born scientists face uncertainty as US election looms

After security investigations changed their lives forever, researchers fear ‘immense harm’ on both sides will continue after the US chooses a new leader.

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AstraZeneca’s China president under ‘ongoing investigation’: company

Drug maker has yet to elaborate whether Leon Wang is in custody, nor have his whereabouts been disclosed.

Leon Wang, AstraZeneca’s China president, speaks at an event in Hong Kong in November 2023. Photo: Jelly Tse

China plans to bring uncrewed space shuttle concept to life

The Haolong transporter is not designed to carry a crew, unlike Nasa’s original, but is intended to support the Tiangong space station.

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An artist’s impression of the Haolong space shuttle shared on social media. Photo: WeChat/ Aviation Industry Corporation of China

Climate change is disrupting people’s sleep as nights get warmer

Rising temperatures, drought and heavy rainfall are increasingly impacting people’s health, according to a Lancet study.

Has China cracked the code to securing against quantum-computer attacks?

Draft presented by Chinese experts at global conference shows how to fend off quantum computer attacks on traditional encryption methods.

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China develops first AI robot lifeguard to stand 24-hour watch over river

The vessel has been tested in Luohe, a city in Henan province. Photo: Handout

Chinese women wore tank tops, transparent clothing 800 years ago: study

Chinese scientists have created a digital reconstruction of a wealthy woman’s clothing from the Southern Song dynasty. Photo: Wuhan Textile University

Exclusive | Hopes dim for China and US space agencies to exchange moon samples

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Negotiations have come to a standstill over an planned exchange of China’s Chang’e-5 lunar samples, pictured, and samples collected by America’s Apollo missions. Photo: Xinhua via AP

Chinese leader gives moon dust to Italian President

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Chinese President Xi Jinping presented his Italian counterpart Sergio Mattarella with samples collected from the moon. Photo: CGTN

Rampaging wild boars a growing menace in China’s cities

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Wild boar problems are not unique to mainland China. Hong Kong has started capturing and culling the animals to reduce their numbers. Photo: Shutterstock

Magnetic shield over North America is losing strength: PLA scientists

The Earth’s magnetic field over North America has weakened significantly over the past 30 years. Photo: Shutterstock

China develops first AI robot lifeguard to stand 24-hour watch over river

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The vessel has been tested in Luohe, a city in Henan province. Photo: Handout

Chinese women wore tank tops, transparent clothing 800 years ago: study

Chinese scientists have created a digital reconstruction of a wealthy woman’s clothing from the Southern Song dynasty. Photo: Wuhan Textile University

Exclusive | Hopes dim for China and US space agencies to exchange moon samples

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Negotiations have come to a standstill over an planned exchange of China’s Chang’e-5 lunar samples, pictured, and samples collected by America’s Apollo missions. Photo: Xinhua via AP

Chinese leader gives moon dust to Italian President

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Chinese President Xi Jinping presented his Italian counterpart Sergio Mattarella with samples collected from the moon. Photo: CGTN

Rampaging wild boars a growing menace in China’s cities

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Wild boar problems are not unique to mainland China. Hong Kong has started capturing and culling the animals to reduce their numbers. Photo: Shutterstock

Magnetic shield over North America is losing strength: PLA scientists

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The Earth’s magnetic field over North America has weakened significantly over the past 30 years. Photo: Shutterstock
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