Why are there top dogs in global science?

Article Abstract:

A study looking at the differences in scientific productivity between nations found the economic strength of a country was not the most important factor in the amount of science it produced. The level of public funding for scientific research and the number of scientists were important factors. Competitiveness between the universities had a positive affect on scientific productivity. The amount of funding also influenced the type of scientific research carried out. A high level of funding was more likely to lead to costlier types of scientific experimentation.

International aspects, Science and state, Science policy

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Science for the good life

Article Abstract:

Scientific research in the 21st century is likely to move in a number of directions. These include the development of a general theory explaining cell behavior, and a better understanding of why some people are more likely to fall ill than others. This involves examining socio-economic as well as biological factors. The repair of brain damage could also be a fruitful area for research. The impact of psychological factors on physical well being is an important issue and new discoveries are likely.

Forecasts and trends, Medical research

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The end of science: scientists have solved the explainable mysteries of the universe

Article Abstract:

Scientists have found funding for basic research is starting to decline in the UK, the US and other industrialised nations. Also science is seeing limits on its own power and one of its greatest threats is its past success. Most scientists are now content to fill in the details of the great examples laid down by predecessors, although more ambitious scientists want to transcend the received wisdom by pursuing science in a speculative, non-empirical way.

Practice

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