An innovative CRISPR-Cpf1-endo-recombinase CauR co-edited platform was developed and successfully applied to the glutamate-producing strain Corynebacterium glutamicum S9114 for high-efficiency production of N-acetylglucosamine (GlcNAc).

A study on the engineering of thermostable endo-polygalacturonase has opened up a new and efficient way for the production of functional oligosaccharides.

An electrode for structural batteries was developed by combining carbon nanotubes (CNT) with quartz woven fabric (QWF), demonstrating the potential for structural batteries applicable to the aerospace and defense industries.

Researchers from the National University of Defense Technology have developed a novel composite fiber Bragg grating using femtosecond laser technology, which effectively suppresses harmful Raman scattering in high-power fiber oscillator lasers. The composite fiber Bragg grating also makes laser systems more compact and stable, unlocking better performance for industrial processing, high-end manufacturing, and biomedicine.

A team of Chinese researchers has developed an AI-based modeling approach that revolutionizes the prediction of complex nonlinear dynamics in Kerr resonators. By leveraging recurrent neural networks (RNNs)—specifically gated recurrent units (GRUs)—and a hybrid convolutional neural network (CNN)-GRU model for complex scenarios, the team achieved nearly 20x faster simulations than traditional methods, while maintaining high accuracy. The work paves the way for faster design of next-generation optical systems, from optical memories to all-optical computers.

Pressure sensors are essential for a wide range of applications, including health monitoring, industrial diagnostics, etc. However, achieving both high sensitivity and mechanical ability to withstand high pressure in a single material remains a significant challenge. This study introduces a high-performance cellulose hydrogel inspired by the biomimetic layered porous structure of human skin. The hydrogel features a novel design composed of a soft layer with large macropores and a hard layer with small micropores, each of which contribute uniquely to its pressure-sensing capabilities. The macropores in the soft part facilitate significant deformation and charge accumulation, providing exceptional sensitivity to low pressures. In contrast, the microporous structure in the hard part enhances pressure range, ensuring support under high pressures and preventing structural failure. The performance of hydrogel is further optimized through ion introduction, which improves its conductivity, and as well the sensitivity. The sensor demonstrated a high sensitivity of 1622 kPa⁻¹, a detection range up to 160 kPa, excellent conductivity of 4.01 S m⁻¹, rapid response time of 33 ms, and a low detection limit of 1.6 Pa, outperforming most existing cellulose-based sensors. This innovative hierarchically porous architecture not only enhances the pressure-sensing performance but also offers a simple and effective approach for utilizing natural polymers in sensing technologies. The cellulose hydrogel demonstrates significant potential in both health monitoring and industrial applications, providing a sensitive, durable, and versatile solution for pressure sensing.