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China surpasses US in research spending – the consequences extend far beyond scientific ranking and clout (theconversation.com)
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[–] Miller@lemmy.world 1 points 1 day ago

The US was never very natively scientific but it saw the power of science and so bought, imported and kidnapped its scientists. It no longer sees things so clearly but China has 20/20.