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flag Chinese universities now lead in research output, surpassing U.S. institutions, driven by national investment and strategic focus.

flag Chinese universities, led by Zhejiang University, have surged in global research rankings, overtaking U.S. institutions in publication volume and impact, according to the Leiden Rankings and other assessments. flag Seven Chinese schools now rank in the top 10, while Harvard dropped to third despite higher research output. flag China’s rapid rise is driven by sustained national investment, strategic focus on high-impact English-language journals, and government support under Xi Jinping’s emphasis on scientific advancement. flag U.S. universities continue producing more research than ever but face challenges from funding cuts, immigration restrictions, and declining international enrollment. flag While Harvard leads in highly cited papers and some alternative rankings, the growing dominance of Chinese institutions in research output signals a shift in global scientific leadership, particularly in AI, robotics, and physics.

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