“2025自然指数—科研城市”发布 南京位列全球第五

Core Insights - The 2025 Nature Index report highlights significant changes in research output among major global cities, with China now holding more than half of the top ten positions for the first time [1][2] - Beijing remains the leading research city globally, a position it has held since 2016, followed by Shanghai in second place [1] - The report identifies Nanjing as the fifth top research city globally, reflecting its strong scientific and educational resources, industrial foundation, and talent pool [2] Research City Rankings - The top ten research cities for 2024 are: Beijing, Shanghai, New York metropolitan area, Boston metropolitan area, Nanjing, Guangzhou, San Francisco Bay Area, Wuhan, Baltimore-Washington, and Hangzhou [1] - Nanjing's rise in the rankings is attributed to its comprehensive reform in the technology system and supportive policies for innovation and technology transfer [2] Performance in Scientific Disciplines - Chinese cities dominate the rankings in three major scientific fields: Chemistry, Physical Sciences, and Earth and Environmental Sciences [1] - For the first time, Chinese cities occupy all top ten positions in the Chemistry field, with six positions in both Physical Sciences and Earth and Environmental Sciences [1]