Yangyang Cheng

Yangyang Cheng, a particle physicist and research scholar at Yale Law School, joins the podcast to discuss the US-China rivalry. They explore how nationalistic narratives distract us from understanding tech in both countries and the impact on scientific collaboration. They also discuss the double standard in the tech rivalry, the influence of nationalism on technology, and the expiration of the US-China Science Technology Cooperation Agreement. A thought-provoking conversation challenging categorizations of technology and science.

Guests Khushboo Razdan and Yangyang Cheng discuss the potential renewal of the US-China science and technology agreement, the impact of racialized suspicion on relations, and the complexities of scientific collaboration. They emphasize the importance of equitable collaboration and address global problems.

Yangyang Cheng, a Yale Law School postdoc and particle physicist, shares her insights on the complexities of US-China scientific relations. She discusses the emotional toll of geopolitical tensions, the challenges faced by Chinese scientists, and the implications of language in this discourse. Cheng critiques terms like 'brain drain' and examines the need for ethical considerations in science. Together with Alex Liang, they advocate for recognizing the humanity behind the politics, stressing the importance of collaboration over competition.