The Chinese mainland has embarked on an ambitious project to build a state-of-the-art research facility dedicated to the study of deep-sea cold-seep ecosystems. Construction began on Friday in Guangzhou City, located in the southern Guangdong Province.
This new research hub, recognized as one of the nation's significant national science and technology infrastructure projects, aims to support groundbreaking fundamental research and foster high-tech development in marine sciences.
Cold seeps, areas where hydrocarbon-rich fluids seep out of the ocean floor, are vital for understanding marine biodiversity and the Earth's climate system. By establishing this facility, the Chinese mainland seeks to advance its capabilities in marine research and contribute valuable insights into these unique underwater environments.
