In an exclusive chat with CGTN’s Zou Yun, 2004 Nobel Prize winner David Gross didn’t hold back his admiration for China’s scientific growth. Calling it "enormous" and "astonishing," the physics legend highlighted how curiosity-driven research is fueling breakthroughs – and why China’s focus on basic science could position it as a global leader. 🚀
🔭 Science Without Borders?
Gross, a foreign member of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, stressed collaboration’s vital role in innovation. But he didn’t shy away from addressing the "extremely dangerous" friction between China and the U.S., warning that politics shouldn’t eclipse progress. 🌏✨
📚 Sci-Fi Meets Real Science
A fan of Liu Cixin’s The Three-Body Problem, Gross praised pop-sci’s power to inspire future innovators. His take on research? It’s a high-stakes "gamble" where luck meets preparation – and China’s betting big. 💡
