欧盟在科技领域下手，中国学者：伤害不大，可能让欧洲更孤立

Core Viewpoint - The European Union (EU) has announced that starting in 2026, Chinese researchers will be excluded from the "Horizon Europe" cooperation program, marking a shift from partnership to strategic competition in the tech sector between China and the EU [1][3]. Group 1: Horizon Europe Program - "Horizon Europe" is the EU's flagship research and innovation program, dating back to the 1980s, which has attracted applicants from over 100 countries [1]. - In the previous funding cycle (2014-2020), the program had a budget of approximately 800 billion euros, with the US and China being the top non-EU participants [1]. - The program prioritizes fields such as artificial intelligence and quantum technology [1]. Group 2: New Regulations and Restrictions - The new regulations, introduced in December, specifically outline restrictions against Chinese institutions, citing "research security and potential military applications" as the rationale [3]. - The ban will cover critical areas including artificial intelligence, quantum technology, semiconductors, and biotechnology, requiring non-Chinese researchers to prove that their partners are not affiliated with Chinese institutions [3]. - However, Chinese institutions will still be able to apply for or participate in specific research projects related to climate, biodiversity, food, and agriculture [4]. Group 3: Reactions and Implications - Experts have expressed that the ban may not significantly harm China but could lead to greater isolation for Europe [6][7]. - Concerns have been raised regarding the EU's focus on intellectual property issues, with some arguing that the real risk of IP theft lies more with commercial entities than with researchers making cutting-edge discoveries [6]. - The shift in policy reflects a broader trend of geopolitical factors shaping research relationships, with warnings that such restrictions could reduce the EU's ability to attract Chinese talent and fragment the global research landscape [7].