On July 8, at the 2025 National Science and Technology Awards ceremony in Beijing, two distinguished members of the Biophysical Society of China were recognized with the National Natural Science Award second prize for their groundbreaking research projects.

Researcher Wang Xiangxi, secretary-general of the Biophysical Society of China, played a pivotal role in the project titled "Mechanisms of Immune Evasion and Mutation Characteristics of the COVID-19 Virus." This research has achieved significant breakthroughs in understanding the virus's immune evasion mechanisms, evolutionary predictions, and the development of broad-spectrum antibodies. These findings have had a substantial impact on the clinical treatment and prevention of COVID-19 infections, marking a critical advancement in the ongoing battle against the virus.

Meanwhile, Researcher Wang Xiaoqun, president of the Single-Cell Omics Subcommittee, led the project "Regulatory Mechanisms of Neural Stem Cell Diversity and Human Brain Development." This study has produced original results with significant theoretical and practical implications, exploring the diversity of human neural stem cells and the regulatory mechanisms of coordinated development across multiple brain regions. The findings lay a crucial foundation for the advancement of brain-like intelligent technologies and the precise diagnosis and treatment of brain diseases.

The Biophysical Society of China extended its warmest congratulations to both researchers and their teams for these remarkable achievements. Their work not only exemplifies excellence in scientific research but also contributes significantly to the fields of virology and neuroscience.

The 2025 National Natural Science Award evaluated a total of 51 projects, awarding three first prizes and 48 second prizes. These accolades highlight the exceptional contributions of Chinese scientists to global scientific and technological progress.