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China now tops the U.S. in R&D spending by one key measure (www.science.org)
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China spent $1.03 trillion on research whereas the U.S. spent $1.01 trillion when adjusted for purchasing power, according to the 31 March edition of science and technology indicators compiled by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).

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[–] Doomsider@lemmy.world 2 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago)

Making things better takes time and investment. Incremental changes in the right direction. I hope as well that people will see the long term benefits of energy independence with renewables. There is definitely a much better world within our grasp.