Group 1 - The article discusses the recent political instability in Japan, highlighting the frequent changes in prime ministers and the challenges faced by political leaders, particularly the resignation of Shigeru Ishiba after just one year in office [6][7]. - The potential emergence of a new opposition candidate for prime minister is noted, with the Constitutional Democratic Party's leader, Yoshihiko Noda, planning to meet with other opposition parties to discuss a candidate [7][8]. - The article emphasizes Japan's recent achievements in science, particularly the Nobel Prize wins in 2025, showcasing the country's strong performance in natural sciences over the past 25 years [8][9]. Group 2 - The article explores why Japan has been successful in winning Nobel Prizes, attributing it to a combination of factors including a focus on basic research and a supportive academic environment [10][26]. - Japan's investment in basic research is highlighted, with 14.6% of total R&D spending allocated to it, compared to China's 6.9% in 2024, indicating a significant difference in research funding priorities [26][38]. - The establishment of academic freedom in Japan is discussed as a crucial factor for its success in science, allowing researchers to pursue innovative and original work without excessive constraints [22][29]. Group 3 - The article suggests that China is on a path similar to Japan's two decades ago, recognizing the importance of basic research and the need for improvements in its research environment [34][35]. - Predictions are made regarding China's potential to achieve a significant number of Nobel Prizes by 2035, with a model indicating that economic thresholds must be met for such achievements [42][43]. - The article concludes with a call for sustained effort and focus on foundational research to realize the potential for future Nobel Prize successes in China [45].
满屏都在羡慕日本,中国的爆发期即将到来
虎嗅APP·2025-10-16 13:23