《拾光》照耀中国科创之路：华熙生物以科技之光重塑生命健康鲜活

Core Viewpoint - The documentary "拾光" produced by Huaxi Biological and "Great National Brands" showcases the journey of Huaxi Biological from breaking through the technical barriers of hyaluronic acid to creating a complete synthetic biology ecosystem, reflecting the evolution of China's biotechnology industry from following to leading [1][21]. Group 1: Historical Context and Technological Breakthroughs - In 1934, American scientists first isolated hyaluronic acid from bovine vitreous body, and by the 1970s, Western countries had industrialized it through extraction from chicken combs, but faced limitations in extraction efficiency and high costs, restricting its application to high-value fields like medicine and cosmetics [3]. - In 2000, Huaxi Biological initiated independent research and development of hyaluronic acid, successfully achieving large-scale production through microbial fermentation, breaking foreign technical barriers and significantly reducing costs, making hyaluronic acid more accessible [5]. Group 2: Research and Development Achievements - As of June 30, 2025, Huaxi Biological has applied for 1,081 patents, including 855 invention patents, establishing a comprehensive R&D capability from gene editing to large-scale fermentation [5]. - The company has undergone systematic upgrades of hyaluronic acid technology, achieving significant milestones such as large-scale production via microbial fermentation, the global first "enzyme-cutting method" for producing oligo-hyaluronic acid, and the establishment of a synthetic biology platform [8][10]. Group 3: Market Applications and Brand Development - Huaxi Biological has expanded the applications of hyaluronic acid from the medical field to food, skincare, reproductive health, and textiles, broadening the industry's prospects [10]. - The company has built a global R&D network with top institutions like Tsinghua University and Harvard University, and invested over 3 billion yuan in a leading synthetic biology pilot transformation platform [10]. Group 4: Innovation Ecosystem and Commercial Success - Huaxi Biological's complete innovation system, from basic research to large-scale production, allows it to bridge the gap in technology commercialization, exemplified by the success of its product "润百颜" which has sold hundreds of millions of units globally [11]. - The company has developed a range of brands covering health, beauty, and quality of life, demonstrating the tangible impact of technology on consumers' lives [15]. Group 5: Cultural and Social Contributions - Huaxi Biological actively contributes to cultural and sports vitality in Chinese cities through investments in landmark projects and cultural commercial ecosystems [17]. - The "Cloud Public Welfare" project has reached 19 provinces and 43 ethnic minority areas, supporting intangible cultural heritage projects and donating medical equipment to rural schools [19].