35名科学家入选第三期新基石研究员项目

Core Insights - The third phase of the New Cornerstone Researcher Program has announced a total of 35 researchers, with 19 in mathematics and material sciences and 16 in biological and medical sciences [1] - The program has allocated 6 spots specifically for young scientists, with an average age of 45, significantly lower than the 55-year threshold and the previous average of 47 [1] - The program is operated by the New Cornerstone Science Foundation and focuses on original innovation and encourages free exploration in basic research [1] Funding Details - The funding categories are divided into experimental and theoretical types, with a funding period of 5 years [1] - Each experimental researcher receives 25 million yuan, while theoretical researchers receive 15 million yuan, with the possibility of applying for extended funding after the initial period [1] Program Characteristics - The program features a distinctive "selecting people, not projects" approach, meaning there are no specific research tasks set for the researchers, and there is no assessment of the number of papers produced or deadlines for results [1] - To date, there have been three phases of the program, with a total of 139 scientists becoming New Cornerstone Researchers [1] - The program will maintain a biennial open frequency and aims to support 200 to 300 outstanding scientists over a stable 10-year period [1]