中国新闻网：2025国际光化学技术与产业大会武汉启幕

Core Insights - The 2025 International Photochemical Technology and Industry Conference opened in Wuhan, attracting over 800 guests from 18 countries and regions, aimed at promoting technological innovation and industrial integration in the photochemical field [1] - Photochemistry is identified as a key area for optimizing energy structure and driving industrial upgrades, currently experiencing a period of cross-innovation in nano-light control, bio-sensing, and quantum light adjustment [1] - Hubei province aims to establish itself as a hub for photochemical innovation, targeting an industry scale exceeding 50 billion yuan within 3 to 5 years [1] Industry Developments - Wuhan has implemented policies to upgrade the photochemical industry, focusing on tackling key technologies and transitioning the petrochemical industry towards fine chemical new materials [1] - Over 10 billion yuan is being directed into the photochemical sector to accelerate the industry's growth from a foundational level to a scaled level [1] - The establishment of the Wuhan Photochemical Technology Research Institute in 2022, in collaboration with local government and educational institutions, marks a significant step in original innovation in photochemistry [1] Research and Innovation - The Wuhan Photochemical Technology Research Institute is the fourth globally and the first in Asia, featuring five core research centers focused on photochemical synthesis and pollution reduction [1] - The institute is positioned as a crucial source of original innovation in Hubei's photochemical sector [1]