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China’s scientific research landscape is undergoing a significant transformation. According to a recent Nature Index analysis, China is on track to surpass the United States as the world’s largest public funder of scientific research within the next two to three years. Between 2013 and 2023, Chinese government R&D expenditure surged approximately 90%, reaching $133 billion — compared to the US’s 12% increase to $155 billion.