Nature Index 2018 Science Cities

Science cities should engage with local communities to stay on top.

Africa’s science star is confronting its colonial past to set a more inclusive research scene, benefitting more of its citizens.

Scientific innovation has long powered the San Francisco Bay Area’s economy, but community and political challenges could undermine progress.

The top collaborating cities in the Nature Index are located in the same country.

A rich research network has secured Munich’s position as a centre of science in Europe.

A hive of innovation, Wuhan has stormed up the Nature Index, but competition for talent is heating up.

The growing impact of second-tier cities is narrowing the gap in research production.

São Paulo carries the scientific weight of a financially stricken country, but how much more can it endure?

A description of the terminology and methodology used in this supplement, and a guide to the functionality available free online at nature.com/nature-index/.

How big data and an app are helping people with epilepsy successfully manage their condition

Increasing international collaboration in Shanghai underpins the strong growth of research output in this vibrant city, driving science and technology innovation.

Calling talented faculty to the Harbin Institute of Technology, Shenzhen (HITSZ)

A conversation with Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng, vice-chancellor, University of Cape Town

Advancement of in vitro diagnostics is providing new tools to support disease diagnosis and treatment. In China, researchers encourage university-industry collaboration to promote technological innovation.

Newly established ShanghaiTech University offers a stimulating environment for pursuing studies and impactful research.