Core Insights - The article highlights the recent announcement by the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences regarding the procurement of 17 types of laboratory instruments, with a total budget of 122 million yuan [1][3]. Procurement Overview - The procurement includes various advanced instruments such as atomic absorption spectrophotometers, plasma mass spectrometers, and high-performance liquid chromatography systems, among others [3][4]. - The expected procurement period is set for September to November 2025 [3]. Detailed Procurement List - The procurement list features a wide range of instruments, including: - Atomic absorption spectrophotometer - Microbial fermentation gas production automatic recorder - Plasma mass spectrometer - Gas chromatography triple quadrupole mass spectrometer - High-performance liquid chromatography - Amino acid analyzer - Elemental analyzer - Multi-functional enzyme labeler - Microwave digestion instrument - Microbial identification system - Portable photosynthesis instrument - Digital PCR instrument - Desktop scanning electron microscope - Automatic Kjeldahl nitrogen analyzer - Chlorophyll fluorescence imaging system - Seed activity analysis system - Walk-in plant growth chamber - Light culture box [3][4][5]. Budget Allocation - The total budget for the procurement is 122 million yuan, with specific allocations for various research projects, including: - 18 million yuan for cotton research - 6.53 million yuan for bee research - 1.3 million yuan for grassland research - 1.08 million yuan for other agricultural research projects [4][5][6]. Future Implications - This procurement initiative is expected to enhance the research capabilities of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, supporting advancements in agricultural technology and sustainability [3][4].