齐鲁晚报.齐鲁壹点李楠楠通讯员周媛媛 据统计，烟台大学在本期自然指数中的论文总数量达到130篇，总分值为37.41，相较上一年度增长近82%，彰显出强劲的科研增长态势 和高质量成果产出能力。对比2021年5月自然指数排名，烟台大学自然指数全球排名从第817位逐步攀升至第436位，呈现出稳中有进、持 续跃升的良好局面。 自然指数作为国际权威的科研评价平台，是衡量高校基础科研实力的重要指标之一。此次烟台大学全球排名的提升，是学校深入实施学 科立校、人才强校战略所取得的显著成效，充分彰显了学校在基础研究领域的持续突破以及整体科研水平的不断提高。学校将持续聚焦 高水平大学和高水平学科建设任务，优化学科布局，提升基础研究水平和原始创新能力，为建设教育强国、科技强国贡献烟大力量。 近日，自然指数官网公布的最新统计数据显示，在2024年5月1日至2025年4月30日统计周期内，烟台大学在中国内地高校中排名第142 位，全球高校排名第436位，较上一年度分别提升25位和138位，位居山东省省属高校第6位。 ...

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that China has become the world's leading technology superpower, as evidenced by its top ranking in the "Nature Index" for research strength and a significant number of patents [1][2] - China has surpassed the United States in various applied technology fields such as 5G/6G, quantum technology, high-speed rail, aerospace, AI, autonomous driving, and renewable energy [2] - The article emphasizes that while basic research is important, China's focus on applied technology aligns better with its modernization needs [2] Group 2 - China's technology investment in 2023 was approximately $468 billion, compared to the United States' $607 billion, indicating a 77.1% investment level relative to the U.S. [3] - Despite lower investment, China's technology output is significantly higher than that of the U.S., with an efficiency ratio of 4 times in general and up to 10 times in specific fields like aerospace [3] - The article discusses the impact of currency valuation, suggesting that China's GDP, when adjusted for actual exchange rates, exceeds that of the U.S. [3] Group 3 - The article outlines several factors contributing to China's technological advancement, including efficiency, favorable policies for R&D, and a strong collaborative system among various sectors [4][5] - The Chinese government provides substantial support for technology enterprises through tax incentives and financial subsidies, fostering innovation [4] - The article highlights the importance of problem-driven innovation, stating that as the world's largest manufacturing country, China faces numerous challenges that drive technological solutions [5] Group 4 - The conclusion drawn is that China's status as a technology superpower is not coincidental but a result of deliberate strategies and policies [6] - The article advocates for China to confidently assert its position as a leading technology nation in the face of Western challenges [6][7]

Core Viewpoint - The article from The Economist asserts that Chinese universities are now among the best in the world, highlighting a significant shift in global research capabilities over the past decade [1][4]. Group 1: Research Performance - The "Nature Index" has shown a reversal in rankings, with Tsinghua University entering the top ten in 2020 and two Chinese universities replacing Oxford and Cambridge by 2022 [1][4]. - By 2024, only three Western institutions remain in the top ten: Harvard University, the French National Centre for Scientific Research, and the Max Planck Society, with eight institutions from China [1][4]. Group 2: Research Investment - China's annual R&D spending has increased by approximately 9% over the past decade, surpassing the combined spending of the U.S. and the EU in government and higher education R&D by 2023, adjusted for purchasing power parity [4][6]. - Chinese institutions are now producing more high-impact papers than those from the U.S. or Europe, particularly excelling in fields such as chemistry, engineering, and materials science [4][6]. Group 3: Notable Institutions - Zhejiang University ranks fourth in the 2025 index and is noted as the alma mater of the founder of the AI company DeepSeek, indicating its strong position in cutting-edge research [4][6]. - The article emphasizes the exceptional performance of institutions like Zhejiang University, Peking University, Tsinghua University, and the Chinese Academy of Sciences, which have established themselves among the world's top research entities [6].