China launches long-term research grants for young scientists with up to 15 years of funding

Nature reports that China's first group of young researchers could receive grants lasting up to 15 years, among the longest globally. Posts detailing the National Distinguished Young Scientists Fund say recipients can be considered for renewal after five and ten years, with funding doubling from 4 million to 8 million to 16 million yuan. Dou said there would be no short-term target assessments.