An interesting listing of upcoming scientific research

http://io9.com/5831904/21-scientific-research-projects-starting-this-fall-that-could-change-the-world

Some of these seem quite promising.  I'm sorry, but I have no faith in contemporary Chinese (confucian/fascist/authoritarian) abilities to truly advance science or technology.  Manipulate - yes.  But advance - no way, not if the last 500 years is any guide.  Keep stealing the West's guys, it's been working for you great.