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Materials research will be central to India’s technology missions, but a culture shift is needed

India’s commitment to its ambitious technology goals brings a unique opportunity for the materials science community in the country to achieve synergy, focus, large-scale employment and global impact. However, scientists need to engage more spontaneously in goal-oriented collaborations along with stakeholders in industry and government.

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Ghosh, A., Sood, A.K. Materials research will be central to India’s technology missions, but a culture shift is needed. Nat Rev Mater 9, 223–225 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41578-024-00667-0

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