Chinese researchers find their niche

A new study has identified 30 scientific frontiers where Chinese research excels.

The areas where Chinese scientists performed best are associated with the bird flu virus, polymer solar cells, black phosphorus and cloud manufacturing, according to the study published on Monday by the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Clarivate Analytics.

"The 30 frontiers that China performs best in are closely related to major problems to be addressed in the social and economic development of China, which also reflects the problem-oriented nature of our country's scientific research," said Pan Jiaofeng, director of the academy's Institutes of Science and Development.