A compressed air energy storage (CAES) power station utilizing two underground salt caverns in Yingcheng City, central China's Hubei Province, was successfully connected to the grid at full capacity on Thursday, marking the official commencement of commercial operations for the power station.

Researchers from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science (HFIPS) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences have developed a new eco-friendly pesticide formulation that enhances pest control while being safer for crops and the environment.

Researchers from the Institute of Process Engineering of the Chinese Academy of Sciences developed a newly designed mix-charged nanofiltration membrane with a horizontal charge distribution. This novel configuration creates a high charge density and a nearly electroneutral surface, allowing the membrane to efficiently facilitate the permeation of divalent salts.

Scientists from Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics, and Physics have successfully developed in-situ sampling equipment for deep-sea microorganisms at a depth of 1,500 meters, filling a gap in both domestic and international capabilities for in-situ testing and sampling of deep-sea microorganisms in extreme environments, which is crucial for uncovering marine species diversity and exploring the mysteries of ocean ecosystems.

Scientists have developed an innovative filter membrane that offers new possibilities for treating high-salinity wastewater. The study, conducted by researchers from the Institute of Process Engineering of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and other institutes, was published in the latest issue of the journal Environmental Science & Technology.

Micro- and nanoplastics (MNPs) -- plastic particles and fibers ranging from one nanometer to five millimeters in size -- pose an emerging threat to both marine and terrestrial ecosystems. A new study has highlighted the ecological effects of tiny plastic particles on food webs in terrestrial ecosystems, shedding light on how plastic waste compounds the ongoing environmental crises.

The zebrafish that accompanied the Chinese astronauts on last year's Shenzhou XVIII mission set a record for being the longest surviving fish in space, according to the professor researching them.

Chinese researchers have discovered a new species of Begonia in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, according to the Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden (XTBG) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences.

Researchers at the Kunming Institute of Zoology under the Chinese Academy of Sciences have discovered a new species of caecilian, the second such amphibian species found in China. This discovery enriches China's biodiversity and provides valuable insights for further understanding the evolution of amphibians, the Science and Technology Daily reported on Wednesday.

Choosing the sweetest pumpkin at the market may soon be as easy as scanning it with a high-tech device, thereby eliminating the need to either squeeze it or taste it. Chinese scientists have recently developed a new form of technology, which can quickly and accurately measure the sensory qualities of pumpkins. This achievement, made by researchers from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science (HIPS) under the Chinese Academy of Sciences, combines two advanced technologies, namely near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) and hyperspectral imaging (HSI).

A new analysis of samples collected by China's Chang'e-5 mission has revealed that the moon possessed a weak yet still running dynamo magnetic field approximately 2 billion years ago. The researchers led by those from the Institute of Geology and Geophysics (IGG) under the Chinese Academy of Sciences have analyzed 9 basalt samples returned by Chang'e-5 from the Oceanus Procellarum at the mid-latitudes of the moon.

A collaborative study by U.S. and Chinese scientists has uncovered evidence of rice beer dating back about 10,000 years at an ancient site in east China's Zhejiang Province, providing new insights into the origins of alcoholic beverage brewing in East Asia.

A museum to commemorate the "two bombs, one satellite," referring to China's first atomic bomb, intercontinental ballistic missile and satellite, has been renovated and reopened to the public on Wednesday, coinciding with the 60th anniversary of China's first atomic bomb test.

China's 2024 schedule of intense spacecraft launches will include the launch of a methane tracker -- a commercial satellite designed to monitor methane emissions worldwide. Coded XIGUANG-004, the 75-kg satellite will carry multiple payloads, including a methane concentration detector and an imaging camera. These payloads are capable of identifying sources of methane emissions in coal mines, landfills, and oil and gas fields.