What kind of science does Mexico have?

Answer 1

Like most developing countries, Mexico has a smaller amount of science and research than its industrialized counterparts. This doesn't mean Mexico lacks science, or that it is located in the Middle Ages; it just means that Mexican research centers have less budget to work with (some USD 6.3 billion for 2013) having a hard time to compete against large international R&D companies. Most research done in Mexico is for applied sciences, as part of very specific niche markets, or specifically requested by the Mexican government. The most prominent research branches would include:

• Genomic research, including the population and plant and animal species exclusive to Mexico.
• Astrophysics research, including the "Large Millimeter Telescope" which seeks to uncover regions of the universe obscured by the dust found in the interstellar medium.
• Applied research, including biotechnology, Nanotechnology, mechatronics and medical science.