Challenges and Development Strategies in the Innovation of Chinese Medicine Science and Technology
Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM)is a valuable medical and scientific resources with unique advantages in China.Since the 18th CPC National Congress,the national level of scientific research and the capacity for scientific and technological innovation in TCM have significantly enhanced,thereby greatly advancing the preservation,innovation,and progress of TCM.However,Chinese medicine research and scientific innovation face challenges such as low capital investment,limited research platforms,homogeneous knowledge structures within research teams,insufficient integration of cutting-edge technologies,fragmented research projects,limited international cooperation,and a low level of research scale.This study highlights three challenges in TCM technology innovation:lack of product development,risks of losing unique technologies,and the potential loss of value in original theoretical development.To maintain international leadership in scientific and technological innovation,and industry growth in TCM,it is crucial to prioritize the establishment of three major research systems,including the new TCM syndrome-based clinical diagnosis and treatment system,the TCM syndrome-based pharmacological research system,and the fundamental supporting technology and methodology system for TCM clinical research.The paper refines the key scientific issues,tasks,solutions,and methods for developing the mentioned systems,aiming to provide insights and strategies for future TCM research and scientific innovation.
Traditional Chinese Medicinescientific and technological innovationchallenges and initiatives