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Russian Scientist Declares China World's No. 1 in Science

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A prominent Russian scientist, Artem Oganov, has declared China the world's leading scientific power, citing its significant contributions to global publications and advancements in industry and economy. Oganov, a chemist and materials researcher, noted that while he predicted this shift in 2008, his European colleagues were skeptical. He highlighted that China now produces a third of global scientific publications, emphasizing the quality of this output, and pointed to China's top ranking in the 2026 Nature Index, surpassing the United States. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Victoria Bela ·

    China is now world’s No 1 science power, top Russian scientist Artem Oganov says

    Leading Russian chemist and materials scientist Artem Oganov, who received China’s top international science and technology award, said the honour from the world’s No 1 science power was a sign he was “on the right track”. Oganov, a distinguished professor at the Skolkovo Institu…

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