Hundreds of scientists from around the world converged in Shenzhen this week for the groundbreaking Recent Advances & Controversies in the Measurement of Energy Metabolism (RACMEM) conference. The event, hosted by the Shenzhen Institutes of Advanced Technology (SIAT), tackled one of biology’s biggest puzzles: how energy drives everything we do. 🔋
"Energy is like the ultimate universal language," said researcher John Speakman, comparing it to a pop hit that connects all living things. 🎶 From how your morning coffee fuels your brain 🧠 to why pandas survive on bamboo, the conference explored energy’s role in health, climate change, and even AI innovation. 💡
Attendees praised Shenzhen’s blend of tech-forward vibes and collaborative spirit—think Silicon Valley meets Blade Runner aesthetics. 🌆 With topics spanning metabolism tracking wearables to sustainable energy solutions, the event highlighted how interdisciplinary science could tackle global challenges. 🌱
