Chapter 141 Lectures and Chance Encounters at the University of Copenhagen
On December 3, 1902, Li Qiwei took Wang Luyao on a journey to Denmark.
With Luo Fuyu being transferred back to China, the safety of him and the people around him was no longer threatened, so Li San was not allowed to follow this time.
Even if he encounters any problems, he can handle them with his current status.
The route this time is the same as the previous trip to Sweden to attend the Nobel Prize Award Ceremony, which is across the North Sea.
However, the distance is more than half the distance to Stockholm.
The straight-line distance between London and Copenhagen is just over 900 kilometers, and it takes three days by the fastest ship.
After Li Qiwei finishes giving lectures in Denmark, he will take Wang Luyao to Germany, Switzerland, France, Belgium, and the Netherlands in counterclockwise order.
Finally, he returned to London from Rotterdam in the Netherlands, ending his last journey before returning to China.
On December 7, Li Qiwei and Wang Luyao finally arrived in the capital of Denmark: Copenhagen.
Denmark is a typical small European country with a current population of just over two million.
When future generations of Chinese people hear about Denmark, they probably first think of Andersen’s fairy tales.
Although it belongs to the same five Nordic countries as Sweden, its climate is more suitable for human habitation.
Warm winters and cool summers, abundant precipitation, and a mild and stable climate throughout the country.
This country has a somewhat lackluster history, remaining neutral in two wars that affected the world.
However, he was beaten anyway, and his fate of being invaded was not delayed at all.
Copenhagen, as the capital, is the largest city in Denmark and also the largest port.
In later generations, it was selected as "the most livable city in the world".
The iconic Danish building, the Mermaid Statue, quietly meditates on the seaside.
The old castle full of fairy tale temperament is adjacent to the royal palace and is located in this refreshing city.
A perfect blend of ancient and magical, art and modernity.
The most famous university in Denmark is the University of Copenhagen in the capital.
The university was founded in 1479 and has a history of more than 400 years.
Unlike many universities in Britain, France and Germany, the University of Copenhagen announced in 1877 that it would admit female students and award degrees.
In other words, there are girls here, but the quality is worrying.
In later generations, the most famous event at the University of Copenhagen was the century-old dispute between Bohr and Einstein.
This ancient institution is filled with a strong atmosphere of academic freedom.
However, Bohr has not yet entered school. He is only 17 years old this year. Li Qiwei does not know if there is a chance to meet him by chance this time.
On December 10, Li Qiwei brought Wang Luyao to the University of Copenhagen.
The person who took the lead to greet them was Oersted, professor of physics at the Department of Mathematics and Natural Sciences at the University of Copenhagen.
Behind Oersted are several other professors from the University of Copenhagen, as well as many students.
With Li Qiwei’s current status in the physics community, he certainly deserves such courtesy and reception.
Oster took a step forward and looked at the young man between shaking hands.
Although he had met Li Qiwei before, this was the first time for him to have such close contact.
He was no less shocked than the last time he was in Sweden. The other party was really too young.
"Mr. Bruce, welcome to the University of Copenhagen and make this place flourish."
"The teachers and students of the school can't wait to listen to your lectures."
Li Qiwei stepped forward. He shook hands with the other party and looked at Oster. The other party was a typical Nordic man.
"Hello, Professor Oster, I am very honored to receive the invitation from you and your school."
Now Li Qiwei is most afraid of saying hello to others.
They are all professors and academicians of such and such.
I am the only one who doesn’t have a title, so I can’t let others call me: Hello, Nobel Laureate in Physics.
“I like the openness and tolerance of the University of Copenhagen very much.”
“This school is full of freedom.”
When Oster heard this, his face showed a smile Smiling, he did not expect that Li Qiwei admired the University of Copenhagen so much.
Then he introduced Li Qiwei to several important people who came to greet him in order.
"This is Christine, professor of physiology at the University of Copenhagen."
Li Qiwei nodded and shook hands with the other party politely, without paying special attention.
But a young man next to Professor Christian caught his attention slightly.
The young man's eyes were piercing, and he looked at himself as if he were seeing an idol. His eagerness to make a move was very obvious.
But this can't cover up his own spirituality at all. People can tell at a glance that this kid must be a genius.
He should be Professor Christine's son, otherwise he wouldn't be pulled by the other party and wouldn't dare to move.
Li Qiwei smiled, thinking that he was a little fanboy like Chris again, he was really charming.
In public, he didn't want to be too abrupt and ask questions, so he withdrew his gaze and faced everyone with a smile.
After introducing everyone, Auster said enthusiastically: "Bruce, I think you will experience a perfect academic journey here."
Li Qiwei smiled and said: "I'm looking forward to it too."
Then, accompanied and guided by Oster, the group came to the conference hall of the School of Science.
At this moment, the conference room is almost full of people. Looking around, there are definitely more than 300 people.
Almost all teachers and students from the University of Copenhagen, majoring in natural sciences, came to attend this lecture.
Many people from other universities in Denmark also came here because they wanted to see the Nobel Prize winner in physics with their own eyes.
Li Qiwei's influence is evident.
As he and Auster entered the hall, a burst of warm applause immediately erupted in the hall.
Li Qiwei was very happy. He was flattered by the preparations from the University of Copenhagen. No one here seemed to care about his racial identity.
Under Auster's brief but passionate introduction, Li Qiwei slowly walked onto the podium.
The steps are steady, the wind is cool, looking around, the light is shining. He suddenly discovered that there was also a projector here.
This subtle influence made him extremely emotional, and he always had the illusion that he was about to enter the future generations.
He adjusted his mind and looked at the crowded crowd below, his face still calm.
After all, having participated in several high-profile academic conferences, Li Qiwei is now immune to big scenes.
For him, this kind of small lecture comes easily and without any pressure.
"Hello to all the teachers and students at the University of Copenhagen, and everyone."
"I am very happy to be here to share the latest developments in physics with you."
"Bruce, I am There is nothing about physics."
As he spoke, he rolled his eyes upward, then nodded slightly, and said slowly:
"But there is a little bit."
Such humble and conceited words immediately caused a burst of laughter in the audience.
The audience was impressed by Li Qiwei's humor. This language art full of oriental contradictions gives people a special feeling.
“Invited by Professor Oersted, the topic of my lecture today is: Research Trends in Atomic Structure.”
“As you know, the current research on atoms, where I am The Cavendish Laboratory of the University of Cambridge should be considered in the first echelon.”
“Not only does it have a strong faculty, but it also has a very good research tradition.”
"The study of atomic structure has always been the mainstream and focus of the Cavendish Laboratory."
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As Li Qiwei spoke, the audience listened. intoxicated.
From Maxwell to Lord Rayleigh, and from Thomson to Rutherford.
Today, Cavendish Laboratory has been passed down for four generations.
Everyone can feel the profound academic foundation of physics.
Then Li Qiwei started from the history of atoms.
The concept of the atom was proposed, scientists studied its physical and chemical properties, and up to the current study of its internal structure.
Then he talked about his own planetary model.
“The atomic structure has evolved from the jujube cake model to the planetary model, which perfectly proves that physics is constantly developing through doubt and verification.”
"In the field of atomic physics, I personally think it is full of huge treasures."
"There are currently countless unsolved mysteries inside a small atom."
"For example, what is the nature of electrons?"
"What is inside the nucleus?"
"How can we observe atoms directly?"
"Are alpha rays, beta rays, etc. related to the internal changes of atoms?"
"Of course there are many other questions."
"As we learn more and more about atoms The deeper you go, the more and more problems you will find.”
“Human knowledge is like a circle. What is known inside the circle is unknown.”
“Whatever. As you continue to learn from middle school, college, and graduate school, your knowledge becomes more and more, so your circle becomes larger and larger.”
"But the larger the circle, the more unknowns it touches. This is an endless process."
"So, the current physics is not solidified, but a circle getting bigger and bigger ."
"Everyone has the opportunity to make outstanding achievements in this field."
"Thank you for listening."
The venue suddenly burst into thunder. of applause.
Li Qiwei's speech was easy to understand, yet rich in connotation.
Under his explanation, any concept seems to be peeled off, and the ins and outs are explained clearly.
It doesn’t feel boring and boring at all.
He is like a wise man who guides people's thinking to the vast sea of physics and enjoys the strange and magnificent scenery.
At this time, under the auspices of Oster, the question-and-answer session arrived.
This is a rare opportunity.
Being able to communicate with such a genius in the field of physics at close range is what all ordinary students dream of.
Although students attended previous quantum theory conferences and relativity theory conferences.
But almost no one dared to ask questions.
Because of my status, there are so many big guys in the meeting, if I ask a novice question, wouldn’t I be ashamed of myself?
However, the nature of today's lecture is different. It is mainly for university students.
Professor Oster relied on his deep personal connections to invite Li Qiwei to give lectures at the University of Copenhagen in order to inspire students.
Let everyone take Li Qiwei as the goal, continue to climb the highest peak of science and break the limits.
Therefore, no one will laugh at students who dare to ask questions.
And through this short period of more than an hour, everyone also discovered that Li Qiwei is a very interesting person.
He is not like some scholars who become arrogant and look down on others after having a little knowledge.
On the contrary, he always gives people a feeling of spring breeze.
In him, everyone can appreciate the great quality of equal academic exchange.
Li Qiwei’s speech on the stage before was so good that everyone was so engrossed in listening that no one spoke up and seemed to have forgotten to ask questions.
Everyone was infected by his calm, powerful, loud and exciting voice and immersed in the ocean of knowledge.
Now, everyone is eager to try.
(End of this chapter)