Core Insights - The ongoing research in paleontology continues to provide clues for understanding the evolution of life, particularly the relationship between dinosaurs and birds, which has been debated since Darwin proposed the theory of evolution [1][2][3] Group 1: Evidence of Evolution - Key evidence supporting the hypothesis that birds evolved from dinosaurs includes the discovery of feathered dinosaur fossils in China, which confirmed that feathers were present before the evolution of birds [1][2] - The fossil of "Guanlong," discovered in 2003, showed limb structures similar to bird feathers, indicating a crucial stage in the evolution of flight [1] - The largest feathered dinosaur fossil, found in Inner Mongolia in 2005, further demonstrated the importance of feathers in the evolutionary process, challenging the previous notion that dinosaurs were solely covered in scales [1] Group 2: Structural Similarities - Studies comparing the skeletal structures of dinosaurs and early birds revealed significant similarities, such as the claw structure of "Velociraptor" and the feather arrangement of "Microraptor," which align closely with early birds like "Archaeopteryx" [2] - The continuity in skeletal structure supports the theory that birds are a lineage of theropod dinosaurs [2] Group 3: Technological Advancements - Advances in technology have enhanced paleontological research, allowing for the use of satellite navigation data, geological data, and computer models to better predict fossil distribution [2][3] - Techniques such as CT scanning and synchrotron radiation enable scientists to observe the internal structures of fossils, revealing details about the physiological changes during the evolution from dinosaurs to birds [3] Group 4: Multidisciplinary Approaches - The integration of paleontology with developmental biology and molecular biology has provided strong support for the evolutionary connection between birds and dinosaurs, particularly through the study of gene sequences related to feather development and flight capabilities [3] - Ongoing research continues to yield significant findings, enhancing the understanding of life's evolution and the mysteries of Earth's biological history [3]

Core Points - The 2025 Future Science Prize awarded the Life Science Prize to paleontologists for their discovery of fossil evidence linking birds to dinosaurs, highlighting the ongoing evolution of species [1][3][9] - The prize aims to promote awareness of evolutionary biology and correct misconceptions about dinosaurs being entirely extinct [3][11] Group 1: Award and Recognition - The Future Science Prize, often referred to as "China's Nobel Prize," was established in 2016 to recognize outstanding scientific achievements in basic research [7] - The Life Science Prize, part of the Future Science Prize, has a monetary award equivalent to 1 million USD and has recognized 46 scientists over the past decade [7] Group 2: Research Contributions - The awarded paleontologists, including Ji Qiang, Xu Xing, and Zhou Zhonghe, have demonstrated that a lineage of small carnivorous dinosaurs evolved feathers and wings, leading to modern birds [3][9] - Their work has transformed the hypothesis that birds originated from dinosaurs into a widely accepted scientific theory, reshaping human understanding of dinosaurs [11][12] Group 3: Field Research and Discoveries - The paleontologists emphasize the importance of fieldwork in paleontology, often working in challenging environments to discover significant fossils [5][6] - Notable discoveries include the first feathered non-avian dinosaur fossils reported by Ji Qiang and Chen Peiji, which initiated a series of findings linking feathers to dinosaurs [10][11]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the groundbreaking research by paleontologists who have demonstrated that birds are descendants of small feathered theropod dinosaurs, challenging the long-held belief that dinosaurs are completely extinct [2][4][10]. Group 1: Award and Recognition - The 2025 Future Science Prize awarded the Life Science Prize to paleontologists Ji Qiang, Xu Xing, and Zhou Zhonghe for their work on the origin of birds from dinosaurs [2][7]. - The Future Science Prize, often referred to as "China's Nobel Prize," was established in 2016 to recognize outstanding scientific achievements in various fields [7]. Group 2: Research Findings - The research conducted by the awarded scientists has provided substantial evidence linking birds to theropod dinosaurs, transforming the hypothesis into a widely accepted scientific theory [10]. - The discovery of feathered dinosaur fossils in China has played a crucial role in establishing the connection between birds and dinosaurs, with significant findings reported since the 1990s [9][10]. Group 3: Personal Insights and Experiences - The awarded scientists expressed their passion for fieldwork, emphasizing the excitement of discovering fossils in natural settings, which they consider a vital aspect of paleontology [4][5]. - Zhou Zhonghe recounted his memorable experience of discovering bird fossils shortly after graduating, which significantly contributed to the understanding of early bird evolution [5][10].

Core Points - The 2025 Future Science Prize awarded the Life Science Prize to paleontologists for their discovery of fossil evidence linking birds to dinosaurs, highlighting that dinosaurs did not completely go extinct [2][5] - The award aims to increase public interest in evolutionary biology and correct misconceptions about dinosaurs being entirely extinct [2][6] Group 1: Award and Recognition - The Future Science Prize, often referred to as "China's Nobel Prize," was established in 2016 to recognize outstanding scientific achievements in basic research [5] - The Life Science Prize, one of three categories, has a monetary award equivalent to $1 million, with 46 scientists recognized over the past decade [5] Group 2: Research Contributions - The awarded paleontologists, including Ji Qiang, Xu Xing, and Zhou Zhonghe, have demonstrated that modern birds are descendants of small feathered theropod dinosaurs [2][6] - Their work has transformed the hypothesis that birds originated from dinosaurs into a widely accepted scientific theory, reshaping human understanding of dinosaurs [7][8] Group 3: Fieldwork and Discoveries - The paleontologists emphasize the joy of fieldwork and the thrill of discovering fossils in challenging environments, which has led to significant findings [4][8] - Zhou Zhonghe recalls his first discovery of bird fossils in 1990, which filled a gap in the evolutionary history of early birds [4][7] Group 4: Collaboration and Community Involvement - The research involved contributions from various individuals, including farmers and workers, who assisted in fossil collection [8] - The collaboration between Xu Xing and Zhou Zhonghe has been harmonious, focusing on different aspects of dinosaur and bird research without conflicts [8]

"生命科学奖"获奖者： 季强 、徐星、周忠和 自1868年Thomas Huxley提出鸟类起源于恐龙的设想以来，该观点长期存在争议。1970年代，John Ostrom重新 复活该假说，并提出鸟类源自一种小型虚骨龙类恐龙。1990年代，季强和陈丕基（已故）分别报道了发现于中国 辽西地区的世界上首例带羽毛的非鸟恐龙化石，开启了带羽毛恐龙化石发现的序幕。徐星和周忠和发现并研究了 一系列从恐龙到鸟的过渡物种。他们通过系统发育分析、解剖学研究和功能推测，从形态和功能上建立了恐龙和 鸟类之间的链接，为鸟类是兽脚类恐龙的一个演化支系提供了确切证据。他们的系列工作将"鸟类起源于恐龙"从 假说转化为被广泛接受的科学理论。 季强 中国地质科学院 河北地质大学 2025年8月6日（星期三）上午10:00，未来科学大奖在北京、香港两地共同举办 2025未来科学大奖新闻发布会 ，正式揭晓2025年"生命科学奖"、"物质科学奖"、"数学与计算机科学奖"获奖名单，并就2025未来科学大奖周 议程进行官方发布。 季强、徐星、周忠和获得"生命科学奖"； 方忠、戴希、丁洪 获得"物质科学奖"；卢志远 获得"数学与计算机科学 奖"。 未来科学 ...

多年来，徐星在恐龙演化领域持续深耕，发表了300余篇论文，他和同事命名的恐龙新物种超过80个。 他的研究成果创造了多项世界第一，并于2023年当选中国科学院院士，他也被亲切地称为"恐龙院士"。 "有人说，我们是远古世界的探险者，能够了解、揭示前人知之甚少的远古世界发生的故事，能够找到 巨大的乐趣。"徐星表示，自己关于恐龙和鸟类关系的第一篇论文就是来自云南，"做基础科学的都有这 种体会，就是科学发现的乐趣，当然这个过程可能是艰苦的，但越是这样的环境，越可能有一些重要的 科学发现。这也是我们学科的魅力之一，就是深入大自然，了解大自然。我们为什么要做科学？最终的 目的就是和自然、社会融为一体。" 来源：人民日报客户端 8月6日上午，2025未来科学大奖揭晓。季强、徐星、周忠和三位科学家凭借"发现鸟类起源于恐龙的化 石证据"获得本年度"生命科学奖"。发布会现场，当颁奖人现场连线中国科学院院士、中国科学院古脊 椎动物与古人类研究所所长徐星时，他正戴着一顶大草帽，在云南省楚雄州元谋县山区进行野外考察。 记者注意到，为了信号更好些，徐星不得不站在地势比较高的山梁上，手里还捧着一枚化石。"这是我 们经常的装扮。"徐星说，在大 ...

Core Points - The 2025 Future Science Prize winners have been announced, recognizing significant contributions in various scientific fields [1] Group 1: Life Sciences Award - The Life Sciences Award was given to Ji Qiang, Xu Xing, and Zhou Zhonghe for their discovery of fossil evidence linking birds to dinosaurs [3] - This research transformed the hypothesis of birds originating from dinosaurs into a widely accepted scientific theory [3] - The awardees have made significant contributions to the understanding of the evolutionary link between theropod dinosaurs and birds through phylogenetic analysis and anatomical studies [3] Group 2: Material Sciences Award - The Material Sciences Award was awarded to Fang Zhong, Dai Xi, and Ding Hong for their contributions to the computational prediction and experimental realization of topological electronic materials [4] - Topological electronic materials are considered one of the most groundbreaking advancements in condensed matter physics, exhibiting unique topological properties that lead to stable surface conductive states [4] - The awardees developed a comprehensive set of computational methods to predict various topological materials, including topological insulators and Weyl semimetals, and successfully verified the existence of Weyl fermions experimentally [5] Group 3: Mathematics and Computer Science Award - The Mathematics and Computer Science Award was presented to Lu Zhiyuan for his pioneering contributions in non-volatile semiconductor memory technology [9] - Lu Zhiyuan's innovations include high-density 4-bit per cell NVM storage and advanced 3D NOR flash technology, which have laid the foundation for future developments in non-volatile memory technology [9] - His work is expected to significantly impact fields such as artificial intelligence, mobile communications, cloud computing, and edge computing [9] Group 4: Future Science Prize Overview - The Future Science Prize was established in 2016 to honor outstanding scientific achievements in mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, regardless of the nationality of the recipients [10] - Each award category offers a prize of approximately 7.2 million RMB (equivalent to 1 million USD) [11] - The 2025 Future Science Prize Week will take place from October 22 to 26 in Hong Kong, featuring discussions on cutting-edge scientific topics and a grand award ceremony [11]

2025 年 8 月 6 日上午 10:00，未来科学大奖在北京、香港两地共同举办 2025 未来科学大奖新闻发布会，正式揭晓 2025 年" 生命科学奖 "、" 物质科学奖 "、" 数学与计算机科学奖 "获奖名单，每项奖金为 等值100万美元的 人民币。 撰文丨王聪 编辑丨王多鱼 排版丨水成文 生命科学奖获奖者： 季强 、 徐星 、 周忠和 GEF Qiang JI 2025未来科学大奖 生命科学奖获奖者 获奖评语: 表彰他们发现了鸟类起源于恐龙的化石证据。 www.futureprize.org 未来科学大奖2025 FUTURE SCIENCE PRIZE 2025 LIF 获奖评语: 表彰他们发现了鸟类起源于恐龙的化石证据。 www.futureprize.org 未来科学大奖2025 FUTURE SCIENCE PRIZE PE Xing XU 2025未来科学大奖 生命科学奖获奖者 获奖评语: 表彰他们发现了鸟类起源于恐龙的化石证据。 基于哈尔滨古人类头骨化石的复原图 历届获奖人 2016 年至今，未来科学大奖共评选出 39 位获奖者，获得了国内外科学界和社会民众的广泛认可。他们分别是： 生命科 ...