Core Insights - The Ministry of Science and Technology emphasizes a dual approach of free exploration and goal-oriented strategies during the 14th Five-Year Plan period, enhancing the overall strength of basic research in China [1] Group 1: Talent Development - The number of basic research talent in China has increased from 472,000 in 2021 to 575,000 in 2023, indicating a significant growth in the workforce dedicated to foundational research [1] - The number of highly cited scientists in China is projected to reach 1,405 in 2024, representing a 50% increase from 2021 and accounting for one-fifth of the global total [1]

9月18日，科技部部长阴和俊在国新办举行的"高质量完成'十四五'规划"系列主题新闻发布会上表示， 在党中央坚强领导下，在全社会共同努力下，我国科技事业取得历史性成就，发生历史性变革。这五 年，科技管理体制实现重塑，新型举国体制优势充分彰显；科技创新能力稳步提升，科技强国根基不断 夯实；科技创新和产业创新加速融合，新质生产力蓬勃发展；科技创新成果惠及广大群众，民生福祉持 续改善；科技体制改革持续深化，创新创造活力充分释放；国际科技合作广泛深入，具有全球竞争力的 开放创新生态加速构建。 ...

Core Insights - The research team from the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences has developed a high-accuracy genomic prediction model for rapeseed, integrating 404 global rapeseed resources, which provides efficient "precise navigation" for target breeding related to flowering time, oil content, and yield [1][2] - Traditional breeding methods for rapeseed take up to 6 years, which is insufficient to meet the urgent demand for high-quality varieties in agricultural production [1] - The new model has achieved over 90% prediction accuracy for flowering time and thousand-grain weight, and over 83% for oil content and pod length, significantly enhancing the prediction accuracy for complex traits [1] Industry Impact - The integration of genomic data and artificial intelligence algorithms with the genomic prediction model has led to a rapid breeding technique, reducing the breeding cycle from 6 years to 4 years [2] - The varieties bred using this model can establish a unique "gene ID," enabling full-process gene traceability from breeding to production, thus providing a foundational guarantee for the high-quality development of the rapeseed industry [2]

Core Insights - The Wuhan Municipal Engineering Installation Project's BIM application exchange meeting showcased the integration of digital technology and physical engineering, enhancing the quality of municipal projects [1][2] - The project at the Garden Road Station has become the first among 37 stations to initiate system joint debugging, demonstrating a successful model for quality improvement in municipal engineering [1] Group 1: Technology Integration - The Garden Road Station utilizes BIM technology as a core component to create a "smart engine," establishing a comprehensive digital control system [1] - Over 100 process standards were visualized to ensure precise alignment between design and construction standards, significantly improving efficiency [1] - The project achieved over 55% efficiency improvement in the debugging of 20 air conditioning systems, completing the task in just 25 days [1] Group 2: Smart Equipment and Safety Measures - Various smart construction devices were showcased, including an intelligent welding robot that integrates multiple tasks such as rust removal and quality inspection [2] - Safety enhancements for high-altitude operations included the introduction of sound and light alarms, and a collaborative operation mode that reduced safety incident rates from 2.38% to 0.37% [2] - The project also introduced a color-coded insulation technique for the air conditioning machine room, improving visual identification and operational safety [2]

Core Points - The Ministry of Science and Technology emphasizes the importance of financial support for technological innovation, highlighting increased bank credit support for innovation and technology transformation [1] Group 1: Financial Support for Technology Innovation - The scale of re-loans for technological innovation and technology transformation has increased to 800 billion yuan, with a reduced re-loan interest rate of 1.5% [1] - The implementation of the "Innovation Points System" and special guarantee plans for technological innovation has led to recommendations for over 170,000 technology-based SMEs to 21 banks, resulting in loan contracts exceeding 290 billion yuan [1] - The establishment of a 300 billion yuan "Major Technological Innovation and Basic Research Special Loan" by the National Development Bank aims to enhance financial support for major national technological tasks [1] Group 2: Growth in Loans to Technology-based SMEs - As of the end of June, the loan balance for technology-based SMEs reached 3.46 trillion yuan, representing a year-on-year growth of 22.9%, which is 16.1 percentage points higher than the growth rate of all loans [1]

9月18日，科技部副部长邱勇在国新办举行的"高质量完成'十四五'规划"系列主题新闻发布会上表 示，"十四五"以来，我国科技成果转化水平又上了一个新台阶，全国技术合同成交额连续多年保持两位 数增长，2024年达6.8万亿元。下一步，将持续深化科技成果转化机制改革，推动更多科技成果从样品 变成产品、形成产业，推动科技创新和产业创新深度融合，助力发展新质生产力。 ...

9月16日，中国科学院武汉植物园研究员陈思翀当选为国际种子科学学会候任主席，任期4年，四年后自 动任职学会主席。该任命在日前举行的国际种子科学学会第15届双年会暨第八届种子生态学会议上正式 宣布。 据了解，国际种子科学学会（ISSS）是全球种子科学领域最具影响力的国际学术组织，由全球范围内种 子科学家组成，致力于种子科学研究、教育和发展，推进种子科学交流、合作与推广，鼓励种子相关的 创新性研究。 ISSS由执行委员会管理，包括主席、候任主席、秘书、财政主管、理事等，也包括各区域代表。候任主 席通过全体会员一人一票的电子投票选举产生，任期4年，其间协助主席管理学会，并在任期结束后自 动升任主席。 中国科学院武汉植物园研究员陈思翀是宏观生态学研究组组长、植物多样性与特色经济作物国家重点实 验室副主任、国家和中国科学院高层次引进人才、英国皇家植物园邱园荣誉研究员，现担任中国生态学 学会种子生态学专业委员会副主任、中国植物学会植物生态学专业委员会委员等职务。研究工作主要以 种子为对象，聚焦植物繁殖更新和动植物关系的宏观生态学研究，在大尺度上探究植物多样性格局和生 命策略，相关成果在国际顶级期刊发表论文50余篇，并担任 ...

9月18日，科技部副部长龙腾在国新办举行的"高质量完成'十四五'规划"系列主题新闻发布会上表 示，"十四五"期间，我们以天更蓝、食更优、行更快、更健康等目标，进行了系统性布局，取得了一系 列突破性成果。今后，将一如既往以科技创新为抓手，持续推动关键技术突破、产出更多可用好用的创 新成果，让科技更有温度，让人民的生活更美好。 ...

9月18日，科技部副部长林新在国新办举行的"高质量完成'十四五'规划"系列主题新闻发布会上表 示，"十四五"期间，国家重点研发计划45岁以下青年科技人才担任项目负责人的比例为43.3%；同时， 我们还专门新设了青年科学家项目，已累计支持1500余项。国家自然科学基金有80%的项目由45岁以下 的青年人承担。在"嫦娥"探月等国家重大科技工程以及人工智能等新兴领域，青年科技人才已成为骨干 力量，有的项目团队成员平均年龄也就30多岁。 ...

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Science and Technology emphasizes five key areas of focus for the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, highlighting the importance of technological innovation and integration with industry [1] Group 1: Key Focus Areas - Strengthening original and leading technological breakthroughs is a primary goal for the upcoming five years [1] - Promoting deep integration of technological innovation and industrial innovation is essential for future growth [1] - Advancing education and talent development in science and technology is a critical component of the strategy [1] - Continuous deepening of the reform of the scientific and technological system is necessary to enhance efficiency and effectiveness [1] - Building a globally competitive open innovation ecosystem is a strategic priority for the next five years [1] Group 2: Future Outlook - The next five years are described as both challenging and full of potential, indicating a strong commitment to progress in building a technologically strong nation [1] - The Ministry expresses determination to work hard, overcome difficulties, and strive for decisive progress in the construction of a technology-driven country [1]