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132. Why Britain Isn’t A “Science Superpower”
The Rest Is Money
Britain's Science Struggles: Innovation vs. Application
This chapter examines the historical context of Britain's scientific contributions, emphasizing its strength in pure discovery but failure in commercial application. It critiques the UK's risk-averse investment landscape, pointing out how foreign investors benefit more from British innovations due to a lack of local investment. The discussion also highlights the challenges posed by unreliable funding data and inadequate government support in the pursuit of becoming a global science superpower.
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