Chapter 24 Heading to Germany
On June 30, 1900, Li Qiwei’s exam finally ended, and he also ushered in more than two months of vacation.
During this period, Planck sent a letter urging him to go to Berlin as soon as possible.
Of course Li Qiwei was happy to go. In the early 20th century, the world's scientific and cultural center was actually Germany.
Due to Germany's educational reform, the national literacy rate has greatly improved, and the university model is advanced, far beyond the closed education in Britain.
Therefore, Germany's national power was growing day by day, which aroused a strong sense of crisis in the British Empire, which led to the outbreak of various subsequent wars.
Of course, there are many other factors.
As a Ph.D. in physics in his previous life, Li Qiwei only had a rough impression of history. When it came to specific details, he was a rookie.
But all this has nothing to do with him now. He just went to Germany for academic exchanges.
Planck mentioned in his letter that Li Qiwei had already been noticed by countless teachers and students before he arrived at the University of Berlin.
So, he took it upon himself to make the decision and arranged a speech for Li Qiwei with a very high standard at the regular meeting of the Berlin Physical Society.
Many top scientists will participate, and it will be an academic feast.
After Li Qiwei heard the news, Alexander.
In my previous life, I seemed to be separated from these scientific masters by a Himalayan mountain.
But now, they are about to sit in the audience and listen to their physics report, and a sense of relief arises spontaneously.
But soon, Li Qiwei's sweet dream was interrupted by Hong'er.
"Master, do you want to take this dress with you? But it looks a bit old."
"Master, there are also your tea sets, paper and pens, and various books. You See what's missing?"
Li Qiwei said helplessly: "Oh, Hong'er, there are some things you can buy in Germany, so don't bring them."
"This time, there are three of us. Travel light and treat it like a trip.”
Li San continued: "Did you hear what the young master said? Hurry up. You're taking your time. Look how fast I clean up."
"If you keep doing this, you won't be able to catch the train."< br>
Hong'er said coquettishly: "Thank you for having the nerve to say that, you are a martial artist and you will take pleasure in your misfortune if you can do anything to deal with it."
Li Qiwei and Li San burst out laughing after hearing this.
“Don’t be anxious. If you can catch the train, it will probably take you four or five days to get to Germany. It’s better to bring all your things with you.”
In this era, traveling from Cambridge, England to Berlin, Germany was a long and arduous journey.
Li Qiwei also carefully asked Wilson before planning a good route.
First take a train from Cambridge to London, then take a ferry at the ferry crossing the Strait of Dover to Rotterdam in the Netherlands.
Then take a train from Rotterdam, enter Germany, and arrive in Frankfurt.
Finally, take a train from Frankfurt to Berlin.
Along the way, four or five days may be the ideal time. If you encounter any problems, you will be delayed a lot of time.
Originally Li Qiwei was not prepared to take Li San with him, but later for safety reasons, he still had to take him with him.
Although the whole journey was by ship and train, Li San’s weapons such as spears and pistols were not allowed.
But his boxing and kicking skills are also good. Without Li San by his side, Li Qiwei would panic when he was showing off.
While laughing, the three of them finally packed up all their luggage and set off for London.
After arriving in London that afternoon, Li Qiwei let Hong'er and Li San wander around as they wanted. Tomorrow they would take a ship from London to the Netherlands.
Tonight, the three masters and servants will rest in a hotel in London, just in time to see the prosperity of the metropolis.
Li Qiwei went to the headquarters of "Nature" alone to prepare to meet the editor-in-chief Sir Lockyer.
After the paper was published, the other party wrote a letter hoping to meet him.
Of course Li Qiwei will not give up this opportunity. He also wants to see what the famous "Nature" is doing now.
London, Clenan Street, Macmillan Building, where Nature magazine is headquartered. After Li Qiwei explained his purpose, a white-haired old man came down from upstairs soon. It was Sir Lockyer.
"Welcome, Bruce, I didn't expect you to come so soon. You are younger than I thought. You are really a young talent." As expected, you are in the cultural industry. What you say sounds nice.
"Hello, Sir, forgive me for interrupting. I am also very grateful for your invitation. I have also been fascinated by the magazine "Nature" for a long time."
"Bruce, call me. Just the name is fine, no need to call him Sir.”
"Okay, Lockyer."
"Have you heard the name "Nature" before, Bruce?" The two of them exchanged greetings while walking towards the office upstairs.
“I studied under Professor Thomson at Cambridge, and his doctoral students dreamed of publishing papers in Nature.” Li Qiwei said freely.
"Hahaha, that's great. Bruce, you can tell me that their papers will be reviewed first by Nature in the future."
"Then I'll thank them on their behalf, I think. This must be great news.”
After a while, Sir Lockyer led Li Qiwei to the third floor. After the two guests of honor were seated, Mary made tea.
Lockyer smiled and said: "Forgive me for being self-assertive, Bruce, I think you Qing people must like tea, not coffee."
"I also like drinking tea very much, I am very fascinated by the ancient Chinese tea culture."
Li Qiwei smiled and took a sip of tea, complaining in his heart: "I believe you, you bad old man, the coffee smell in the cup has not been washed away. "
But he smiled and said: "This tea is great. I must be very knowledgeable about tea, Lockyer."
Lockyer smiled and said: "Yes, I not only like tea, but also other Chinese cultures." Then he changed the subject.
“But I really didn’t expect that China could have talents like you, Bruce, in the scientific community in China.”
“Forgive me for being rude, I’m just curious. Throughout Asia and Africa, There is basically no scientific foundation.”
“Bruce, how did you achieve such success in physics? Is it because you studied at Cambridge?”
“Your vice-chancellor, Now we are promoting your deeds like crazy.”
Li Qiwei looked into Lockyer's eyes, took a sip of tea, and said: "Lockyer, you have to know that there are countless people like me in China."
"Our country has only taken the wrong path temporarily. Once a great man can turn things around, China will surely rise."
"So, I also suggest you, Sir Lockyer, that you can focus on China in the future."
Lockyer looked shocked after hearing this. He saw domineering confidence in Li Qiwei's eyes, as if he could predict the future.
His original intention of inviting Li Qiwei was for the follow-up of the [Quantum Mechanics] paper.
This theory has great promise. If all future results can be published in Nature, it would be unimaginable to improve the magazine.
You know, Li Qiwei's first paper alone tripled the sales of "Nature".
Lockyer believes that as long as Li Qiwei maintains the current level, there will definitely be higher achievements in the future.
So, he said: "Bruce, your views are really eye-opening to me. I think I can start with you first. After all, you are Chinese."
"I formally invite You become a reviewer and honorary editor of Nature magazine. ”
"From now on, as long as your signed paper is published in Nature, no fee will be charged and it will be processed with priority."
After hearing Lockyer's suggestion, Li Qiwei couldn't help but be shocked. .
Reviewers of "Nature", if this were left to future generations, many professors and scholars would be envied to death.
Not to mention the so-called honorary editor. Although he has no real power, Li Qiwei believes that as long as he is strong enough, he will have a strong voice.
And with this identity, he can understand the process of publishing papers in this era.
Accumulate contacts and prepare yourself for cultivating your own power.
In this life, Li Qiwei does not want to be a warlord, he wants to be a scholar!
The protagonist is about to embark on a show-off trip to Germany. Please read more, collect, and vote. Thank you, Laoxu~
(End of this chapter)