US-China academic ties in crisis: Are open research labs feeding China’s military edge?

For decades, U.S. and Chinese researchers collaborated openly, fueling global innovation. But as reported by the Associated Press, Washington now scrutinizes these ties, warning that China may exploit them to advance military technology. Lawmakers are pushing stricter oversight, while experts caution that excessive restrictions could stifle U.S. scientific progress, creating a delicate balance between security and innovation.