This chapter discusses the significant milestones in the development of China's new materials industry, particularly focusing on the period after the reform and opening up. It highlights the collaborative efforts between industry and academia in overcoming material bottlenecks and achieving breakthroughs in large-scale integrated circuits.
Post-reform and opening-up period witnessed significant development in China's materials industry.
Close collaboration between industry and academia led to breakthroughs in material bottlenecks.
Early large-scale integrated circuit development laid the foundation for future advancements.