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news Scmp World 2026-05-29

Frustrated Chinese STEM PhDs Create Satirical Journals

Young Chinese PhDs in STEM fields are publishing satirical journals, expressing frustration with their academic pursuits. The article touches on the perceived certainty of STEM fields versus the underlying realities.

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