Will China Outpace the US in Science & Tech?

In summary, there is a possibility that China could overtake the United States in certain areas of science and technology within the next 25 years. However, this will depend on the type of technology, as well as China's conversion to a semi-free market and efforts to modernize rural areas. It is also worth considering that China still has a large population living in poverty with limited knowledge of science and technology.
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Do you think that China will overtake the United States in Science and Technology within 25 years or so?
 
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It is a possibility that should be strongly considered. Science and technology has enormous survival value. Selective extinction of competing factions can be accomplished without adverse consequences.
 
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:biggrin: Absolutely not if you have help from ET.
 
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EngTechno said:
Do you think that China will overtake the United States in Science and Technology within 25 years or so?

It depends on the kind of technology. In military technology they can probably do what the USSR did back in the cold war, stay equal by devoting enormous fractions of their economy to it. But you've got to remember they're converting to a sort of semi-free market, so they may show more dynamism that the Soviet Union did with its command economy.
 
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Isn't China a member of the WTO? It sounds like a push towards a free market. Then again, I've understood there is a quite big differences between urban and country areas. Merging those (Ie. modernizing the country side) would be a big challenge within the coming 25 years. Perhaps once that is done successfully US has more competition than now?
 
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I don't think China can do that in 25 years.
Too much poor people, and most of them has little knowledge of science and technology except those that are in the cities, who only devote themselves to entertaining electronic devices.
 

1. What factors contribute to China's rapid growth in science and technology?

China's rapid growth in science and technology can be attributed to several factors, including significant government investment, a large pool of highly educated and skilled workers, and a strong focus on research and development. Additionally, China's emphasis on international collaboration and partnerships has also contributed to its success in this field.

2. How does China's investment in science and technology compare to that of the US?

In recent years, China has surpassed the US in terms of total research and development spending. In 2019, China's total investment in R&D was estimated to be around $581 billion, while the US invested around $581 billion. However, when considering R&D investment as a percentage of GDP, the US still outpaces China by a significant margin.

3. What are some areas where China is leading in terms of scientific and technological advancements?

China has made significant advancements in several key areas, including artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and quantum computing. The country has also been a leader in the development and implementation of 5G technology, and has made strides in biotechnology and space exploration.

4. Will China overtake the US as the global leader in science and technology?

It is difficult to predict the future, but many experts believe that China will continue to close the gap and potentially surpass the US in certain areas of science and technology. However, the US still leads in terms of overall innovation and has a strong foundation in research and development that will likely keep it at the forefront of global advancements.

5. How does the quality of research and innovation in China compare to that of the US?

While China's investment and output in science and technology have increased significantly, the quality of research and innovation in the country is still a topic of debate. The US consistently ranks higher in terms of the quality and impact of its research, as measured by metrics such as Nobel Prizes, patents, and citations. However, China's focus on quantity and resources may eventually lead to higher quality outputs in the future.

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