# Scientific Self-Reliance
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From Ruins to Remote Sensing: The Man Who Taught China to See from the Skies
This profile explores the life of Tong Qingxi, a 91-year-old pioneer of Chinese remote sensing who transitioned from wartime survivor to a leader in satellite technology. It highlights his role in challenging Western scientific narratives and his current efforts to integrate AI into his lifelong work.
Beijing Shifts Gears: China’s 2025 Science Funding Prioritizes High-Risk Innovation and Young Talent
China's National Natural Science Foundation has allocated $5.1 billion for 2025, introducing reforms to fund high-risk 'non-consensus' research and bolster the domestic production of scientific tools. These changes aim to empower young researchers and deepen collaboration with the private sector to achieve technological self-sufficiency.
Beijing’s High-Energy Ambition: China Debuts First Commercial 12MV Tandem Accelerator
China has successfully produced its first commercial 12MV tandem accelerator, a critical piece of high-end scientific equipment. The device is expected to bolster domestic capabilities in semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace testing, and biomedical research, marking a step forward in China's technological self-sufficiency.