荆楚提升创新策源力——湖北加快打造科技创新高地

Group 1 - Hubei is accelerating the establishment of a nationally influential technology innovation hub, enhancing its innovation capabilities to support the construction of a strong technology nation [1][3] - The discovery of a key gene that enables rice to withstand high temperatures has been recognized as a significant scientific breakthrough, providing new strategies for cultivating high-quality, heat-resistant rice [3][4] - Hubei has established a robust matrix of high-energy scientific forces, including a national laboratory and numerous key laboratories, contributing to its leadership in various research fields [4][5] Group 2 - Hubei's comprehensive technology innovation index has increased by 6.98 percentage points since 2020, ranking first in Central China and among the top in the nation [5][8] - The province has initiated the construction of provincial-level manufacturing pilot platforms, fostering a collaborative ecosystem for research and innovation among over 300 enterprises, universities, and research institutions [8][10] - The "Sharp Knife" project has successfully transformed 42 technological achievements into products, with a significant portion achieving international advanced levels [7][10] Group 3 - Hubei's industrial enterprises' R&D institution coverage has risen from 12.96% in 2020 to 31.8%, indicating a strong focus on innovation [12] - The number of technology-based small and medium-sized enterprises in Hubei has surged from 7,439 at the end of the 13th Five-Year Plan to 46,532, ranking fourth in the nation [12][13] - Hubei aims to become a crucial strategic support point for the rise of Central China, with a strong emphasis on technology innovation as the primary driving force for development [13]