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University of Science and Technology of China

University of Science and Technology of China
The latest news and top stories on University of Science and Technology of China. A prominent Hefei China based public research university, the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) is dedicated to developing a high-level science and technology workforce and advancing national scientific needs. Its main areas of focus include cutting-edge research in quantum information science, nanotechnology, life science, artificial intelligence and engineering. Recognised as a member of the elite C9 League, USTC is celebrated for establishing China’s first graduate school and operating key national laboratories, solidifying its reputation as a "Cradle of Scientific Elites".
Professor Pan Jianwei of the University of Science and Technology of China delivers a lecture at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology in September 2016. Professor Pan’s team recently settled a disagreement between Albert Einstein and Nils Bohr. Photo: Dickson Lee
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Editorial | China is no longer a follower in the race for quantum supremacy

A Chinese team recreated one of Einstein’s famous thought experiments, the results of which could help improve technologies like quantum computing.

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Chinese scientists develop promising stem cell therapy for Parkinson’s

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Chinese physicists prove Einstein wrong and put century-old debate to an end

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Chinese scientists create super stable building block for quantum computers

Physicist Pan Jianwei and team simulate exotic new state of matter that has ‘quantum armour’ against errors and noise.

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Chinese scientists have used the quantum processor Zuchongzhi 2, shown here in an illustration, to create a “quantum Lego block” that refuses to fall apart – even when shaken. Photo: Micius Salon/USTC
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Russia academy breaks up with China naval institute chief scientist under probe

Chinese headquarters of Russian Academy of Engineering says it is taking note of case against Guo Wei, who is accused of ‘faked’ credentials.

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US-China relations

From reusable rockets to deep-sea dives: how China closes tech gap on the West

China sees outer space and the polar regions as ‘strategic new frontiers’ vital to its future security – and is investing accordingly.

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Ant Group joins China’s nuclear fusion funding surge as AI fuels energy demand

Ant Group’s backing of fusion start-up Xeonova underscores the growing flow of capital in China’s experimental energy frontier.

The Experimental Advanced Superconducting Tokamak (EAST) in Hefei, east China’s Anhui Province, this year heralded major breakthroughs in the development of nuclear fusion. Photo: Xinhua
Hong Kong Sports Institute

Tokyo Olympics hero Soo announces retirement, sheds ‘tears of gratitude’

Minnie Soo was part of Hong Kong women’s table tennis team that won historic bronze medal at 2020 Games.

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Chinese scientists caught neurons ‘kissing’ each other with cutting-edge tech

Millisecond ‘kiss and run’ exchange – captured in a lab in China on the world’s first camera equipped to do it – solves a 50-year-old debate.

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South Korean telecoms expert joins Chinese university on US risk list

Song Iick-ho moves to China to work at an institution branded a national security threat by the United States.

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University of Electronic Science and Technology’s Institute of Fundamental and Frontier Sciences. Photo: Handout
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Mars should not have a solid inner core but it does, China-US study finds

Marsquake data gleaned by Chinese and US researchers could change long-held beliefs about red planet.

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Chinese and US scientists have discovered that Mars, also known as the red planet, has a solid inner core. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong society

Why has Hong Kong women’s life expectancy hit record high? What about the men?

Higher level of engagement in society and a willingness to seek help among factors helping women live longer than men, experts say.

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Education in Hong Kong

Exclusive | Hong Kong’s universities will not be asked to return funds again: minister

Education chief says clawback was for ‘riding out difficult times’, while renewed three-year agreement will ensure institutions are accountable.

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China punishes medical bosses after doctor abandons surgery to defend lover

People’s Daily welcomes move months after scandal sparked public outrage and doubts about hospital management and professional ethics.

The China-Japan Friendship Hospital in Beijing is among top institutions that have been ordered to rectify their practices. The doctor at the centre of the scandal was a top surgeon at this hospital. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong reports new imported chikungunya fever case

City’s ninth imported case this month involves man, 23, who had travelled to Foshan in Guangdong province.

The man has been admitted to Tseung Kwan O Hospital for treatment. Photo: Winson Wong
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Chinese scientists build largest array of atoms for quantum computing

Peer reviewers hail breakthrough as ‘significant’ advance in the development of atom-related quantum physics.

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EVs | China plugs into next-generation batteries

Sodium-ion and solid-state batteries are emerging technologies for powering electric vehicles and storing electricity. China has made big advances on both.

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