As one of the eighteen field-specific reports comprising the comprehensive scope of the strategic general report of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, this sub-report addresses long-range planning for developing science and technology in the field of space science. They each craft a roadmap for their sphere of development to 2050. In their entirety, the general and sub-group reports analyze the evolution and laws governing the development of science and technology, describe the decisive impact of science and technology on the modernization process, predict that the world is on the eve of an impending S&T revolution, and call for China to be fully prepared for this new round of S&T advancement...

As one of the eighteen field-specific reports comprising the comprehensive scope of the strategic general report of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, this sub-report addresses long-range planning for developing science and technology in the field of space science. They each craft a roadmap for their sphere of development to 2050. In their entirety, the general and sub-group reports analyze the evolution and laws governing the development of science and technology, describe the decisive impact of science and technology on the modernization process, predict that the world is on the eve of an impending S&T revolution, and call for China to be fully prepared for this new round of S&T advancement. Based on the detailed study of the demands on S&T innovation in Chinas modernization, the reports draw a framework for eight basic and strategic systems of socio-economic development with the support of science and technology,work out Chinas S&T roadmaps for the relevant eight basic and strategic systems in line with Chinas reality, further detail S&T initiatives of strategic importance to Chinas modernization, and provide S&T decision-makers with comprehensive consultations for the development of S&T innovation consistent with China's reality. Supported by illustrations and tables of data, the reports provide researchers, government officials and entrepreneurs with guidance concerning research directions, the planning process,and investment.

Founded in 1949, the Chinese Academy of Sciences is the nation's highest academic institution in natural sciences. Its major responsibilities are to conduct research in basic and technological sciences, to undertake nationwide integrated surveys on natural resources and ecological environment, to provide the country with scientific data and consultations for government's decision-making, to undertake governmentassigned projects with regard to key S&T problems in the process of socio-economic development, to initiate personnel training, and to promote China's high-tech enterprises through its active engagement in these areas.

Abstract

1 Introduction

2 National Demands and Significance of Space Science,Applications and Technology in 2050

 2.1 Major problems confronting the development of China in 2050

 2.2 Strategic impact of space science, applications and technology on the development of China

3 Trends of Space Science, Applications and Technology and Development Strategies for Space Powers

 3.1 Development strategies for space powers and features of global space activities

 3.2 Trends of global space science, applications and technology

4 Research Status, Advantages and Disadvantages of China in Space Science, Applications and Technology

5 Development Strategy and Roadmap for Space Science,Applications and Technology to 2050

 5.1 Guiding principles

 5.2 Vision

 5.3 Strategic goals and roadmap to 2050

5.3.1 Strategic Goal 1 (Strategic goal of space science) and the roadmap

5.3.2 Strategic Goat 2 (Strategic goal of space applications) and the roadmap

5.3.3 Strategic Goal 3 (Strategic goal of space technology) and the roadmap

5.3.4 Mutually dependent relationships of requirements and support among space science, applications and technology

5.3.5 The general roadmap for space science, applications and technoloqy

6 Conclusion

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