大学化学 >> 2026, Vol. 41 >> Issue (7): 144-153.doi: 10.12461/PKU.DXHX202506092

科普 上一篇    

当“刻进”照进现实，探秘“双螺旋”的存储黑科技

李姝欣, 刘敬暄, 邱晓清   

  1. 中南大学化学化工学院, 湖南 长沙 410083
  • 收稿日期:2025-06-24 录用日期:2025-08-29 发布日期:2026-06-27
  • 通讯作者: 邱晓清 E-mail:xq-qiu@csu.edu.cn Xiaoqing Qiu

When “engraved in DNA” becomes reality: exploring the cutting-edge technology of double helix data storage

Shuxin Li, Jingxuan Liu, Xiaoqing Qiu   

  1. College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Central South University, Changsha 410083, Hunan Province, China
  • Received:2025-06-24 Accepted:2025-08-29 Published:2026-06-27
  • Contact: Xiaoqing Qiu E-mail:xq-qiu@csu.edu.cn

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摘要： 以“刻进DNA”这一流行用语引入，通过形象语言介绍DNA存储技术的发展历程与应用前景。先讲其拓荒阶段的编码、合成、存储读取步骤及早期技术局限，再述“毕昇一号”活字存储喷墨打印机的创新和酶促合成的助力，实现数据自动化快速写入，最后介绍其在档案保存、太空探索等领域的应用及面临的伦理挑战，激发读者对化学前沿科学探索的热情。

关键词: DNA存储, 发展历程, 拟人化叙事, 前景与挑战

Abstract: This article employs the popular expression “engraved in DNA” as an engaging introduction to elucidate the developmental trajectory and potential applications of DNA data storage technology. The discussion begins with the pioneering phase, detailing the encoding, synthesis, storage, and retrieval processes along with the technical limitations of early implementations. Subsequently, it highlights the innovative “Bi Sheng-1” movable-type storage inkjet printer system and the catalytic role of enzymatic synthesis in achieving automated, high-speed data writing. The paper concludes by examining practical applications in archival preservation and space exploration, while addressing accompanying ethical considerations, thereby stimulating reader interest in this frontier of chemical science.

Key words: DNA data storage, Technological evolution, Anthropomorphic narrative, Prospects and challenges