China-US team’s ‘gold factory’ relic; next-gen diabetes care: 7 science highlights

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1. China breakthrough unlocks low-cost, high-margin sustainable aviation fuel

Chinese researchers have developed a catalyst that converts synthesis gas into sustainable jet fuel – an advance that could boost production, help meet net-zero carbon goals and yield a gross profit margin above 50 per cent.

2. Landmark China trial achieves 84% efficacy treating cancer with waste water tech