Dossier
research culture
Coverage of research culture in the Nexus archive.
- As China’s catch-up era ends, what’s standing in the way of tech innovation?
As China's era of catch-up growth fades, experts warn that issues in research culture and institutional incentives may hinder its goal of becoming a leader in scientific innovation. A dialogue at the Shanghai Academy of Natural Sciences highlighted these challenges, with neurobiologist Lu Bai noting China's past reliance on growth strategies.
- Hidden in plain sight: the AI within Xiaomi
The article discusses Xiaomi's underappreciated AI capabilities, challenging the notion that only long-established entities with extensive research resources can develop frontier AI models. It highlights the perception that new entrants face insurmountable barriers in generative AI development.