Chapter 251 Inexplicable Malice
In fact, there are many professors who are worthy of admiration in domestic academic circles.
Professor Zhou Haizhong is definitely one.
He has shown talent for mathematics since he was a child, and he has continuously studied by himself. His mathematics level is far superior to that of his peers. Even if he went to the mountains and countryside, it did not affect his self-study.
Finally, he boldly made a guess about the distribution of Mersenne prime numbers and gave an accurate formula.
After proposing the 'Zhou's Conjecture', his achievements were actually enough for him to become a big figure in the academic world.
However, Professor Zhou Haizhong still did not stop his research. He set his scientific research goals in the intersection of mathematics, linguistics, astronomy and other disciplines, and cooperated with foreign scholars to jointly explore the development of machine translation systems. , design of cosmic language, mathematical model of near-Earth asteroids, etc.
It is worth mentioning that in order to be able to freely research and engage in scientific research, Zhou Haizhong did not apply for topics or projects from above, but spent his own money to research academic issues that he found interesting and meaningful. .
I stayed at Sun Yat-sen University for decades.
If it had not been for Wang Dong to prove Zhou's conjecture and further refine the distribution rules and precise formulas of Mersenne prime numbers, I am afraid that Professor Zhou Haizhong would have remained unknown at Sun Yat-sen University.
However, there are no ifs in the world.
As Wang Donglai's reputation grew, Zhou Haizhong's achievements resurfaced again and he became known to everyone.
After becoming famous, Zhou Haizhong was reminded that he could participate in some awards competitions. By then, with his qualifications and achievements, winning awards would not be a problem at all.
However, Zhou Haizhong still refused.
With all this in mind, Zhou Haizhong took the initiative to participate in this mathematics society, wanting to have a good chat with Wang Donglai.
Wang Donglai is certainly true. When talking with senior professors like Zhou Haizhong, he does not fall behind in the slightest from conversation to academic knowledge accumulation.
However, just when the two were chatting in full swing.
A young man and an old man came over.
With a bit of excitement on his face, the young man walked in front to lead the way for the old man.
“Professor Wang, I didn’t expect to meet you here, I am your biggest fan!”
The young man took the initiative to walk up to Wang Donglai and greeted Wang Donglai warmly.
Hearing what the young man said, Wang Dong glanced at the young man and felt that this scene seemed familiar.
But he responded quickly, with a warm smile on his face, and asked: "Hello, who are you?"
"Professor Wang, my name is Zhang Hanjie, studying at Jinling University Bo, I have read all your papers, especially when you proved Zhou's conjecture in front of so many people at the Princeton Academic Exchange Conference. ', came up with the precise formula, that scene was so cool, I have been your big fan since I got there."
"I have always wanted to chat with you, but I never had the chance. I met you here today. I was so happy that I took the liberty of interrupting you. Sorry, Professor Wang.”
Zhang Hanjie first introduced himself in an elegant manner, and then explained why he came to disturb him.
With just a few words, Zhang Hanjie left a simple impression on Wang Donglai.
"It's okay, there's no need to call you yours. I'm not older than you, and we're all of the same generation. Just call me by my name." Naturally, Wang Donglai would not show off in front of Zhang Hanjie, so he corrected him. title.
"Professor Wang, although you are younger than me, your academic achievements are much greater than mine. It is said that when we are walking among three people, I must be my teacher. In my heart, you are my teacher." Idol is my student again Although it is impossible for me to catch up with you in this life."
I have to say that Zhang Hanjie is extremely articulate, and his words praise Wang Donglai without making people think that he is flattering. .
"That's not necessary. You can call me by my name, or you can call me Professor Wang, but you really don't have to call me you."
Wang Donglai did not agree to Zhang Hanjie's statement, and still firmly refused.
Seeing this, Zhang Hanjie was just stunned for a moment, and then said: "Okay, Professor Wang, I will listen to you."
After that, he turned sideways and introduced himself to Wang Donglai The old man behind him.
“By the way, Professor Wang, let me introduce to you. This is Professor Su Jianshe from the Department of Mathematics at Jinling University, and he is also my boss. His research direction is mainly in number theory and geometry, and he is currently preparing to select academicians.”
When Professor Su Jianshe walked over, his eyes were always on Wang Donglai, looking up and down.
When he heard his student introducing himself in this way, he first scolded Zhang Hanjie and said: "You kid are putting me on the fire to roast me. Academicianship is an organizational decision. Why?" The arrangement is the leader's business, so don't talk nonsense."
Although his tone was slightly scolding, both Wang Donglai and Zhou Haizhong could tell that Professor Su Jianshe was quite flattering to Zhang Hanjie. Used.
After reprimanding Zhang Hanjie, Su Jianshe turned his attention to Wang Donglai again and said loudly: "Professor Wang is really young and promising. I have been studying this aspect for almost forty years, and the result is It's not as good as your achievements in two years, even if you tell me, I feel ashamed.”
“Professor Su deserves the award. I can achieve these results because I stand on the shoulders of my predecessors. For example, when I proved ‘Zhou’s conjecture’, it was also because Professor Zhou proposed it first. , I can prove it.”
Wang Donglai smiled and said slightly modestly.
"Hey, Professor Zhou, you are here too!"
At this time, Su Jianshe greeted Zhou Haizhong as if he had just recognized him.
Zhou Haizhong nodded and said with a smile: "Well, I just happened to meet him, so let's talk to Professor Wang."
"No matter what, if you can prove these mathematical problems, This is an extremely impressive achievement, not to mention that you are still so young. The future of academia will definitely belong to outstanding young people like you.”
"I was very excited when I learned that Goldbach's conjecture was proved. I also learned a lot from seeing your proof at the Global Mathematicians Conference. I can't imagine how strong your mathematical talent will be."
"I would like to take the liberty to ask, how is your proof paper going now?"
As he spoke, Su Jianshe mentioned the paper that proved Goldbach's conjecture.
“It’s almost done!”
Proof that Wang Donglai has actually finished writing the paper, but the academic journal of Tangdu Jiaotong University has not been released yet, so he is waiting.
"Your paper is so important to the domestic academic community. As one of the three major mathematical problems, Goldbach's conjecture proves that this problem has both symbolic and practical significance. I have been studying the topology you proposed for the past two days. Group theory, I found this is a very advanced theory, it can be well applied to many number theory problems . ”
“This time the Mathematics Society is held, it is a rare occasion for us to get together, and we are all studying number theory. I have a suggestion, you might as well get together, and you can take out your paper and let everyone Let’s see, how about we communicate together?”
After Su Jianshe finished speaking, he waited for Wang Donglai’s answer.
Hearing what Su Jianshe said, Wang Donglai suddenly felt a little strange.
In addition to being strange, I had some guesses about Su Jianshe's purpose.
He is not an academic novice. Although he has described his proof process at the Global Mathematicians Conference, those contents only account for about half of the entire proof process. Firstly, he has not submitted to journals, and secondly, he has not published arXIV. If he puts the complete It is risky to take out the paper.
Besides, it was only the first time that he and Su Jianshe met. Even someone as close as Xu Songyao did not make such a request. Why did Su Jianshe let Wang Donglai do this?
Thinking like this, Wang Donglai rejected it decisively: "I don't think so about Professor Su's suggestion. I prefer to be quiet. If there are too many people, it will only affect my thinking."
After finishing speaking, Wang Donglai After thinking about it, he deliberately said tentatively, "If Professor Su has any questions, you can come to me. I am happy to chat with an old-timer like Professor Su."
Su Jianshe was a little surprised. It seemed that he did not expect Wang Donglai to answer like this. In fact, he never thought that Wang Donglai would refuse. With his qualifications, he put forward such a reasonable and normal suggestion, which completely praised Wang Donglai. A normal young man who has achieved such great results will have a change in his mentality. Just using this mentality to invite Wang Dong to come, logically it shouldn't fail!
Being rejected by Wang Donglai, Su Jianshe was confused and a little unhappy.
The smile on his face is still there, but his eyes are a bit cold.
"Oh, so that's it. I thought you looked down on us old professors and felt that our academic level was backward and we were not worthy of communicating and exploring with you."
Su Jianshe's There was obvious displeasure in his tone, and he said these words in a sinister manner.
As soon as these words came out, both Zhou Haizhong and Zhang Hanjie sensed something was wrong.
"What Professor Su said is wrong. I have never said that, or expressed such a meaning. I don’t know why Professor Su said that and asked me to share my paper for everyone to study. , is it because he has some opinions about me and is using the topic as an excuse?"
Wang Donglai naturally couldn't hold it back and immediately fought back.
As soon as he opened his mouth, he pushed Su Jianshe into the corner.
Su Jianshe sneered, no longer hiding his expression, and said: "What do you mean by this? You don't think I have any thoughts on your paper, do you? It's ridiculous!"
Wang Donglai's expression remained unchanged and he said calmly: "I don't mean anything, Professor Su, don't think too much!"
"You are really a good student trained by Tangdu Jiaotong University!"
"Young people do It is indeed excellent to achieve some results, but I still suggest that young people should maintain their Be respectful and don't be arrogant, it will not be good for future academic research."
"Since you don't accept my kindness, I won't force it and waste your precious time, so you can do it yourself!"
After saying these words, Su Jianshe shook his head and left.
Zhang Hanjie watched this scene from the side, frowning fiercely.
Looking at Wang Donglai, and then at Su Jianshe, who had already left, he hesitated for a moment, then apologized to Wang Donglai sheepishly and said: "Professor Wang, I'm sorry!"
said After that, without waiting for Wang Dong to speak, he chased after Su Jianshe.
Watching Su Jianshe leave and Zhang Hanjie chasing after him, Wang Donglai did not have much fluctuation.
He had roughly guessed what Su Jianshe was thinking.
It's nothing more than...
"Professor Wang, anything beautiful in the forest will be destroyed by the wind!"
At this time, Professor Zhou Haizhong said quietly, reminding Wang Donglai.
"Then we have to see whether the wind is stronger or the trees are stronger."
Wang Donglai replied with a smile.
……
The next day.
The Chinese Mathematical Society officially kicked off.
The Mathematical Society was established in 1935 and was held in the library of Jiaotong University in Shanghai.
After the founding of the People's Republic of China, the conference was located at the Institute of Mathematics, Chinese Academy of Sciences.
This time it was held at Makino Normal University, which was the first time.
So, Makino Normal University is going all out for this Mathematics Society.
The participants included more than 600 representatives from universities, scientific research institutes, news media, and publishing houses across the country.
Originally the number of people scheduled was only more than 400, but because of Wang Donglai's presence, the number of people in the society this time was 200 more.
The concert hall of Makino Normal University has already been decorated.
With more than 600 people staying here, it doesn't seem cramped at all.
Whether it is a foreign mathematics conference or a domestic academic conference, they are almost the same.
There are academic exchanges, but they are not the most important thing.
This kind of learning meeting is often the favorite of those who are good at socializing and like to socialize.
Because they can make more friends and integrate into the circle through such opportunities.
"This time, the list of winners will be announced first, and the awards will be held next year. Let me tell you, you know what you know."
Xu Songyao leaned over and explained to Wang Donglai.
The Mathematics Society holds meetings every year, but several awards are not selected every year, but once every two years.
The selection will be announced in one year and the awards will be given in one year.
This year coincides with the selection and announcement of the Chung Jiaqing Mathematics Award, the Chen Shengshen Mathematics Award and the Hua Luogeng Mathematics Award.
In 1987, the Chung Jiaqing Fund was established. In 1988, the Chung Jiaqing Mathematics Award was launched. This award is specially designed to recognize and reward the best doctoral students in mathematics and encourage more young scholars to devote themselves to the cause of mathematics.
The Chen Shengshen Mathematics Prize was initiated and donated by Chairman Liu of Hong Kong Island Yilida Industrial Development Group Co., Ltd. who is enthusiastic about developing science and education in China. The Standing Council of the Chinese Mathematical Society It was decided to establish this award, and the scope of this award is for young and middle-aged Chinese mathematicians who have made outstanding achievements in the field of mathematics.
The last is the Hua Luogeng Mathematics Award. In order to commemorate Hua Lao’s great achievements, encourage Chinese mathematicians to make outstanding contributions to the development of Chinese mathematics, and promote the development of mathematics, the Chinese Mathematical Society and Hunan Province Education The publishing house was established with funding from the latter, and the former was responsible for judging and awarding awards. It was established in 1992.
There are also differences between these three awards. The Chen Shengshen Mathematics Award is mainly aimed at young scholars under the age of fifty, and two people are selected in each session.
The Hua Luogeng Mathematics Award is aimed at old professors over fifty years old, and two people are selected in each session.
The Chung Jiaqing Mathematics Award is for doctoral students, and the number of candidates for selection is slightly larger.
Wang Donglai has known this information for a long time, so he can roughly guess what award he will win.
I have already graduated from college, so the Zhong Jiaqing Mathematics Award is definitely out of the question.
The Hua Luogeng Mathematics Award has an age limit, and I am not yet old enough.
Only the Chen Shengshen Mathematics Award is the most suitable award for me, and this time it will probably be this award.
He was very confident about this, but he was a little curious about who the other winner would be and who could win this award with him. After much deliberation, he never thought of who it would be.
Just
(End of this chapter)