武汉跃居世界科研城市第八 十强榜中国席位首次过半

Core Insights - Wuhan has achieved a significant leap from "catching up" to "running alongside" in the global research landscape, ranking eighth in the 2024 Nature Index, marking a rise from ninth place [1][2] - Chinese cities now occupy six of the top ten positions in the global research city rankings, breaking the long-standing dominance of developed countries [1][2] Research City Rankings - The 2024 Nature Index reveals a profound shift in global research dynamics, with Beijing maintaining the top position since 2016, followed by Shanghai in second place [2] - Guangzhou has risen from eighth to sixth, while Wuhan has moved from ninth to eighth, and Hangzhou has entered the top ten for the first time, moving up from thirteenth [2] Academic Performance - Wuhan excels in specific academic fields, ranking fourth in physical sciences, fifth in chemistry, and sixth in earth and environmental sciences [3] - The city's strong performance is attributed to sustained investment in research infrastructure, with over 16,600 high-tech enterprises and a technology contract transaction volume exceeding 260 billion yuan in 2024 [3] Innovation and Talent - Wuhan's global technology cluster ranking has improved from twenty-ninth in 2020 to thirteenth, reflecting a comprehensive enhancement in innovation capabilities [3] - In the field of artificial intelligence, Wuhan ranks eighth globally for the number of high-output and highly cited scientists, showcasing its competitiveness in cutting-edge technology [3] Research Infrastructure - The city has established a robust technology matrix, including one national laboratory, eight major scientific facilities, and numerous innovation platforms, supported by 82 academicians and 415,000 R&D personnel [4] - The artificial intelligence industry in Wuhan is growing at an annual rate of 30%, with over 1,000 AI-related enterprises concentrated in the city [4] Industry Recognition - In the 2025 Forbes China Top 50 AI Technology Companies list, nine companies from Wuhan made the ranking, placing the city fourth nationally, behind Shanghai, Beijing, and Shenzhen [5]