The development of programmable, site-specific gene editing tools has provided methods and strategies for correcting pathogenic mutations, such as emerging RNA editing technologies. Unlike DNA editing, RNA editing transiently modifies RNA transcripts, thereby avoiding the long-term safety risks associated with DNA off-target effects.Two adenosine deaminase ADAR (adenosine deaminase acting on RNA)-...

As global demand for clean energy and high-energy batteries surges, scientists are racing to develop more efficient and eco-friendly energy storage solutions. Compared to widely used lithium-ion batteries, sodium-ion batteries stand out due to their abundant sodium resources and lower costs. A crucial factor in enhancing their performance lies in identifying high-performance cathode materials. Sci...

A new study published in Cell has uncovered how a molecule called LAG3 functions as a brake to suppress the immune system. This discovery helps explain how cancer avoids immune attacks and may guide doctors to better treatment options. Led by Associate Professor Wang Haopeng from the School of Life Science and Technology (SLST) at ShanghaiTech University, this research offers a fres...

At ShanghaiTech, encouraging undergraduates to step into labs and dive into research isn’t just a slogan—it’s a tradition that’s been around since day one. Recently, Wang Yuhan, a Class of 2023 undergraduate from the School of Information Science and Technology (SIST) and now a PhD student at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, made waves with two research achievements from his undergraduate y...

A recent paper published in Phenomenology and the Cognitive Sciences introduces a novel approach called “mathematized phenomenology,” proposed by Assistant Professor Robert Prentner from the Institute of Humanities at ShanghaiTech University. This method seeks to directly study subjective experience using mathematical tools, challenging traditional approaches to consciousness scie...

Recently, the Chinese Chemical Society announced the recipients of the “2024 Chinese Chemical Society Young Chemist Award.” Assistant Professor Gao Dewei from the School of Physical Science and Technology at ShanghaiTech University has been awarded this prestigious honor.Prof. Gao graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Northeast Forestry University in 2011 and earned his PhD at the Shangh...

Recently, a team led by Assistant Professor Huang Huan-Ming from the School of Physical Science and Technology at ShanghaiTech University published a groundbreaking achievement in the top-tier journal Nature Communications. They developed a new method that uses an organophotocatalyst and a chromium catalyst to transform three simple ingredients into complex “chiral” molecules in a sing...

Natural gas, a clean and abundant fossil fuel, is primarily methane, sourced from conventional reservoirs and unconventional deposits like coal beds, tight formations, shale, and marine sediments. These diverse sources collectively underpin the global natural gas supply. Yet, methane’s high chemical stability—stemming from its symmetry, strong C-H bonds, and low polarizability—limits its use as a...

Aromatic hydrocarbons are essential raw materials in chemical production, finding widespread application in the synthesis of plastics, dyes, fragrances, pharmaceuticals, and synthetic rubber. Technologies that convert non-petroleum carbon sources, such as syngas and methanol, into aromatics within molecular sieves have garnered significant interest for their potential to reduce reliance on petrole...

Infrared visualization technology has found extensive applications in fields such as security surveillance, medical diagnostics, and industrial inspection. Traditional infrared imaging typically relies on integrating detector arrays, such as indium gallium arsenide (InGaAs), with readout integrated circuits (ROICs), followed by complex image processing workflows to produce images. This process dem...

Assistant Professor Yang Hengzhao’s Energy Storage Laboratory (ESL) at the School of Information Science and Technology (SIST), ShanghaiTech University, develops a dual-mode supercapacitor fast charger. By employing continuous and fine-tuned pulse currents, the charger significantly accelerates the supercapacitor charging speed.As an energy storage technology, supercapacitors feature a high power...

Recently, the IEEE Circuits and Systems Society (IEEE CASS) announced the list of scholars selected for its 2025-2026 Distinguished Lecturer Program (DLP). This year, a total of 10 scholars from around the world were chosen for the prestigious program. Associate Professor Liang Junrui from the School of Information Science and Technology (SIST) at ShanghaiTech University earned his place on t...

The International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine (ISMRM) 2025 Annual Meeting will be held from May 10 to 15. During the call for papers for ISMRM 2025, the School of Biomedical Engineering (BME) at ShanghaiTech University achieved remarkable success, with 43 submissions accepted, comprising 10 oral presentations and 2 power pitch presentations. The exceptional outcome underscores BME’...

The results of the 2024 University Physics Competition (UPC), held on November 1, were recently announced. A team from the School of Physical Science and Technology at ShanghaiTech University—comprising Lu Yaoxing ’26, Li Zhengyang ’26, and He Xinyi ’26, all majoring in Physics—won a gold medal with their outstanding performance. This marked the first time that ShanghaiTech students won a gold ...