Recent changes in China’s research infrastructure have led to a rapid acceleration of the scientific process and increased pressure on all involved, argues Xiaopeng Li. The number of PhD graduates exceeds positions, and only structural innovations will ensure that PhDs can build careers in new sectors.
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Li, X. The academic society in a catalytic chamber. Nat Hum Behav 3, 1022–1023 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41562-019-0684-5
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