Acta Phys. -Chim. Sin. ›› 2024, Vol. 40 ›› Issue (3): 2309009.doi: 10.3866/PKU.WHXB202309009

• EDITORIAL • Previous Articles    

Optimizing the Funding Allocation in Physical Chemistry, Improving the Grant Effectiveness of Science Foundation

Feixue Gao1,*(), Lu Zhao1,2, Xiangjian Shen1, Junlin Yang1, Yongjun Chen1   

  1. 1 National Natural Science Foundation of China, Beijing 100085, China
    2 School of Materials Science and Technology, China University of Geosciences, Beijing 100083, China
  • Received:2023-09-07 Revised:2023-09-07 Accepted:2023-09-07 Published:2023-09-14
  • Contact: Email: gaofx@nsfc.gov.cn (Feixue Gao)

Abstract:

This paper provides a comprehensive overview of the establishment and subsequent adjustment to the discipline codes of Physical Chemistry in China. In light of the research developments in Physical Chemistry over the past decade, the optimized reclassification into Catalysis & Surface Interface Chemistry and Chemical Theory & Mechanism, effective from 2018, plays an important role in advancing cutting-edge foundational researches and enhancing the grant effectiveness of science foundation. Constructive insights and recommendations are provided for further optimizing discipline allocation, serving as a valuable guide for shaping future development strategies within the field of Physical Chemistry.

Key words: Physical Chemistry, Discipline allocation, Cutting-edge research advancements, Science foundation, Grant effectiveness