Core Viewpoint - The 2025 "Zhu Liangyi Analytical Instrument Innovation Award" shortlist has been announced, with a public notice period from August 8 to August 22, allowing for public scrutiny and objections regarding the nominated projects [1][3][4]. Summary by Sections Announcement and Public Notice - The award nomination process took place from January 1 to June 30, 2025, with a formal review leading to the shortlist announcement [3]. - The public notice period is set for August 8 to August 22, 2025, during which any concerns regarding the legitimacy of the nominations can be raised [4]. Contact Information - Contact person for inquiries is Liu, with a phone number of 13401022872 and an email address provided for further communication [5]. Shortlisted Projects Innovation Award Nominees - Notable entries include: - Quantum Technology (Hefei) Co., Ltd. with a dual-beam electron microscope [6]. - Harbin Institute of Technology with a droplet electrospray mass spectrometry system [6]. - Nanjing University with a high temporal resolution weak current measurement instrument [6]. Young Innovator Award Nominees - Key submissions include: - Chen Anqi from Ningbo University with a single-cell metabolite analysis mass spectrometer [7]. - Han Shengli from Xi'an Jiaotong University with a high-throughput intelligent CMC · 2D/TDM analyzer [7]. - Li Yingrui from Northwestern Polytechnical University with a line array CdZnTe photon counting detector [7]. Application Innovation Award Nominees - Significant projects include: - Chen Bo from Tongji University with an in-situ scanning electron microscope revealing lithium metal anode fatigue failure mechanisms [8]. - Qiao Zhixian from the Chinese Academy of Sciences with ultra-micro, high-sensitivity genome detection research based on domestic sequencing instruments [8]. - Wang Qingsong from the University of Science and Technology of China with lithium-ion battery thermal runaway fire testing technology [8]. Award Announcement - The results of the 2025 "Zhu Liangyi Analytical Instrument Innovation Award" will be officially announced during the 10th China Analytical Instrument Academic Conference (ACAIC 2025) [8].

Core Viewpoint - The integration of technological innovation and industrial innovation is exemplified by the promotion of the first set of products in Zhejiang Province, aiming to accelerate the transformation of innovative achievements into new productive forces [1][3]. Group 1: Definition and Current Status - The concept of "first set" includes first equipment, first batch materials, and first version software as defined in the 14th Five-Year Plan [3]. - As of now, Zhejiang Province has cultivated a total of 2,969 first set products, including 2,353 equipment, 253 materials, and 363 software [3]. - In 2024, 63% of the newly recognized first set products in Zhejiang are expected to reach international advanced and leading levels, with a 68.4% increase in new products in the new generation information technology equipment sector [3]. Group 2: Policy and Market Positioning - The policy issued in 2024 aims to enhance the insurance compensation for first set major technical equipment and first batch new materials, emphasizing the importance of achieving significant technological breakthroughs and possessing independent intellectual property rights [4]. - The first set products are crucial for China to seize technological high ground and market initiative, particularly in the power industry, where the development of large-scale equipment is essential for clean and low-carbon transformation [5]. Group 3: Case Studies and Innovations - Zhejiang Feida Environmental Technology Co., Ltd. developed a "1350MW-level ultra-large electrostatic precipitator," recognized as an international first set equipment, which supports the transition to larger and more energy-efficient coal-fired power units [5][7]. - Ningbo Huayi Ningchuang Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. has developed a domestically produced single-cell metabolite analysis mass spectrometer, filling a technological gap in the high-end equipment sector [9]. Group 4: Government Support and Future Initiatives - The Zhejiang government has initiated a project for engineering breakthroughs in first set products, allowing companies to register and enter a system for project tracking and support [12]. - Key areas for the engineering project include intelligent equipment, energy-saving and new energy vehicles, advanced environmental protection equipment, and high-end medical equipment [13]. - Since 2015, the insurance compensation mechanism for first set major technical equipment has provided nearly 1 trillion yuan in risk protection for various major technical equipment and key new materials [13][14]. Group 5: Financial Incentives - In 2024, Zhejiang will offer financial rewards for recognized first set equipment, with 2 million yuan for international first set equipment, 1 million yuan for domestic first set equipment, and 500,000 yuan for provincial first set equipment [14].

Core Insights - The article discusses the recent breakthroughs in the mass spectrometry field and the future evolution of technology, emphasizing the role of Chinese companies in global competition [1] Group 1: Recent Developments in Mass Spectrometry - The 2025 China Scientific Instrument Development Annual Conference (ACCSI 2025) highlighted mass spectrometry as a core topic, showcasing its significance in the scientific instrument industry [1] - The conference featured three main forums: the Mass Spectrometry Industrialization Forum, the Talent Development Forum, and a discussion on domestic alternatives, forming a complete loop of "technology leadership—talent support—industry breakthrough" [1] Group 2: Future Breakthroughs in Mass Spectrometry - Experts identified key future breakthroughs in mass spectrometry, including high throughput, high resolution, portability, and intelligence [3] - The emergence of open ion sources in 2004 marked a rapid innovation period for mass spectrometry, leading to new applications such as high-throughput and in-situ analysis [3] Group 3: Technological Innovations and Applications - CDMS technology addresses challenges in analyzing heterogeneous biological macromolecules, positioning itself as a vital tool for next-generation biological analysis [4] - Mass spectrometry imaging technology is evolving towards higher spatial resolution and multi-dimensional data acquisition, enhancing its application in various fields [4][11] Group 4: Domestic Market Dynamics - The Chinese scientific instrument market has experienced rapid expansion, becoming a core driver of global market growth, with international brands accelerating localization efforts [18] - Companies like Shimadzu have made significant strides in localizing mass spectrometry products, achieving full domestic production of high-end systems by April 2025 [18] Group 5: Domestic Innovation and Collaboration - Domestic mass spectrometry companies are transitioning from following to innovating, with significant advancements in high-resolution mass spectrometry technology [19] - Collaborative innovation models involving academic institutions and enterprises are proving effective in bridging the gap between basic research and industrial application [20] Group 6: Talent Development and Industry Growth - The Mass Spectrometry Talent Development Forum emphasized the importance of cultivating talent to support the autonomous breakthroughs in the mass spectrometry industry [27] - The forum aimed to create a closed loop of "education-research-industry" to propel China's mass spectrometry industry from a follower to a leader [27] Group 7: Domestic Alternatives and Strategic Discussions - A discussion on "Domestic Alternatives New Era" highlighted the urgency of achieving self-sufficiency in core scientific instruments amid increasing international trade tensions [28] - Experts agreed on the necessity of accelerating the development of core instruments to ensure national technological security [28]