Aggregate science is an emerging interdisciplinary field focused on fundamental and applied research, particularly beyond the molecular scale. With a vision to position China at the forefront of global scientific innovation, this field aims to foster groundbreaking discoveries that transcend traditional scientific boundaries. By challenging the conventional Western-centric molecular research paradigm, aggregate science seeks to usher in a new era of scientific exploration led by China's advancements in this domain. Through the dismantling of traditional research barriers, this field aspires to create novel areas of study and make a transformative impact on the global scientific stage by establishing China as a leader in this unique and rapidly evolving scientific discipline.

The Guangdong Basic Research Center of Excellence for Aggregate Science, under the leadership of Professor Benzhong Tang, a distinguished scientist and Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), is driving this innovative vision forward. As the Dean of the School of Engineering and Technology at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Professor Tang has assembled an exceptional team of researchers, including two full-time CAS academicians, one member of the Royal Canadian Academy of Sciences, and one foreign member of the Royal Academy of Sciences of Belgium, reflecting its commitment to excellence and international collaboration.

Building upon the pioneering work of Chinese scientists in aggregate science, the Center is dedicated to advancing original theoretical and experimental research in aggregate systems, their functionalities, and applications. Aligned with China's strategic priorities for achieving breakthroughs in basic research, particularly in life sciences, healthcare, and new materials, the Center is committed to establishing a world-class platform for aggregate science research collaboration and talent development. Through cutting-edge studies, the Center aims to push the boundaries of theoretical and technological advancements in aggregate science on a global scale. As a leading hub for aggregate science research and technology translation, the Center is dedicated to facilitating the practical application of discoveries in this dynamic interdisciplinary field, paving the way for transformative advancements across various disciplines.