Chapter 144 The lecture is over, traveling around the countries, saying goodbye to the big guys
After the young Bohr made a bold statement and challenged Li Qiwei, the atmosphere in the venue reached a climax.
Many people gave Bohr a thumbs up and admired his courage.
After learning that he would be admitted to the University of Copenhagen next year, everyone was even more excited and had a little bit of expectation.
If Bohr can really overthrow Li Qiwei, it will undoubtedly be a huge honor for the University of Copenhagen.
Even the Danish physics community will become famous in one fell swoop.
Although science does not respect national boundaries, scientists are also human beings after all, and they will have patriotic feelings as humans.
Everyone hopes that their country is the best. If they succeed in their studies, they must serve the country.
Next, everyone bombarded Li Qiwei with questions in a heated atmosphere.
Even many teachers can’t get a word in, and they can’t compete with these crazy young people.
Li Qiwei simply let go of being reserved and low-key, and accepted everyone who came. In the end, problems such as mathematics and chemistry even appeared.
I thought I could stump this physics genius, but I didn’t expect that his chemistry skills could also overwhelm everyone present.
Two chemistry professors present bluntly said that Li Qiwei’s chemical knowledge may be superior to theirs.
He has unique insights into chemical problems and may be able to improve existing structural systems.
Of course, most people cannot feel the mystery of this.
But he was still shocked by Li Qiwei's talent.
It doesn’t matter if you are awesome in physics, but now even chemistry is beyond human comprehension, which is scary.
Li Qiwei's erudition and talent have been fully reflected.
Many students even call him a scientific generalist.
Finally, Oster delivered a summary and speech of thanks, and invited Li Qiwei to give a lecture next time.
The lecture on atomic structure at the University of Copenhagen ended perfectly with everyone's lingering nostalgia.
Countless young people in the Danish scientific community have witnessed Li Qiwei’s peerless style that dominates the world.
His figure is deeply engraved in the souls of everyone.
Sure enough, he deserves to be called the number one genius in physics.
Young, smart, confident, easy-going, defending women and encouraging younger generations.
Almost all the advantages can be found in him, and the other person is like a perfect person.
He does not have the paranoia and eccentricity of a genius, but is so gregarious and humorous that people can't help but get close to him.
At the same time, the name Bohr was also pushed to the forefront, and his deeds were talked about by everyone.
Back then, Bruce publicly challenged Lord Kelvin, and now there are younger generations challenging Bruce.
The way of heaven is reincarnation, who will be spared by heaven?
This incident immediately became a good talk in the physics community.
Knowledge is constantly advancing by challenging authority.
Before Li Qiwei left the University of Copenhagen, he had another private chat with Bohr.
He told Bohr to study hard at university, at least get a doctorate, and then go to England for further studies.
The UK is currently the center of physics and there are many knowledgeable physicists there.
Bohr was deeply moved by his encouragement and expressed that he would not let Ridgway down.
So with the gratitude and persuasion of Auster and Christine, Li Qiwei resolutely left Denmark and embarked on a tour around Europe.
He and Wang Luyao were the only two people on this trip, and the journey was destined to be full of beauty and beauty.
On December 4, 1902, Li Qiwei arrived in Berlin, Germany.
He took Wang Luyao to buy gifts, visited Professor Planck, and was warmly entertained by him.
Planck's wife Melk prepared a delicious dinner for them and held Wang Luyao for a heart-to-heart talk. She liked this little oriental girl very much.
"Bruce, after you return to China, don't cut off contact with me. You can exchange letters frequently."
"Don't worry, professor, I won't leave my research behind at home. "
"My general theory of relativity doesn't need any equipment anyway, my brain is enough."
Planck laughed, "Bruce, I doubt you. I came up with the theory of relativity because I was afraid of doing experiments.”
"By the way, didn't you say you want to study mathematics further? Do you want me to introduce you to some famous mathematicians?"
Li Qiwei said happily: "I can't ask for it."
So, in Under Planck's guidance, Li Qiwei met Hilbert, a professor of mathematics at the University of Göttingen in Germany.
Coincidentally, Li Qiwei also met Grossman, who is currently studying for a doctorate under Hilbert.
When good brothers meet, it is natural to have some pleasantries.
When he learned that Li Qiwei was returning to China, Grossman was very reluctant to leave and asked Li Qiwei to write letters to him frequently.
At the same time, I would like to add: If you have any questions about mathematics, please feel free to contact me.
Grossman is now very confident and feels that his mathematics is terrifyingly strong.
Li Qiwei smiled and agreed to him, saying that he would consult him often.
Hilbert, who is 40 years old this year, has a pair of bright eyes that are extremely profound.
On August 8, 1900, at the Second International Mathematical Congress in Paris, he proposed 23 mathematical problems that mathematicians in the 20th century should work hard to solve.
These 23 problems, collectively known as Hilbert's problems, are considered the pinnacle of mathematics in the 20th century and have had a profound impact on the world.
This is similar to Lord Kelvin’s physics lecture.
Li Qiwei has always adhered to the concept that the mathematician is the man behind all natural sciences.
The reason why physicists are more famous than mathematicians is because advanced mathematics has escaped the imagination of ordinary people.
No matter how good a mathematician is, it is impossible for ordinary people to understand what they are studying in simple language.
Li Qiwei benefited a lot from the exchange with Hilbert.
This was the first time that he felt that he was inferior to people of this era. His mathematical skills were too deep.
No wonder the other party is called "the uncrowned king of mathematics" and "the genius among geniuses".
But at the same time, Hilbert was no less shocked by Li Qiwei.
This number one genius in physics felt to him like a vast ocean with no bottom.
The other party knows the mathematics knowledge that he is proud of. Although he is not particularly proficient, it is scary enough.
As a result, the two parties communicated for more than an hour in a friendly atmosphere, and they seemed to regret meeting each other so late.
After meeting Hilbert, Ridgway visited Roentgen and others respectively, and finally went to the next stop. On December 15, 1902, Ridgway arrived in Zurich, Switzerland.
He and Einstein chatted freely in the "Metropolitan" cafe, talking about everything from academics to life.
This is the place where he came to Switzerland for the first time and chatted with Einstein.
The Zurich School was even founded at that time.
However, since the seminar on the theory of relativity ended, the two of them decided to postpone the name.
After all, the current special theory of relativity is not qualified to become a school of thought.
Einstein looked at Li Qiwei eagerly and asked: "Bruce, are you really sure that you will create the general theory of relativity within ten years?"
Li Qiwei smiled and said: "After I return to China, I mainly focus on Studying general relativity, I don’t think it’s a big problem.”
Einstein was moved by his confidence, and he extended his hand, “Bruce, I wish you complete success and the return of the king!”
Li Qiwei! He said firmly: "Definitely!"
"Einstein, there must be a place for the theory of relativity in the future of physics."
After saying goodbye to Einstein, Li Qiwei took Wang Luyao to the ski resort in Switzerland.
In order to help Wang Luyao learn to ski, Li Qiwei took great pains and taught him step by step, causing him to fall several times.
Wang Luyao finally learned to ski and danced happily.
In order to reward Li Qiwei, she agreed to play Li Qiwei's mini-game.
Identity Game.
Li Qiwei explained the rules of the game in a bad way:
He is: Prince;
Wang Luyao wants to turn him into: Muzi;
Then he will turn into: Jiezi;< br>
In the end, Li Qiwei became: the prince.
After a round of gaming, the air is filled with a fresh smell.
On December 23, 1902, Li Qiwei arrived in Paris, France.
He and Wang Luyao spent Christmas together at Madame Curie's house.
Looking at Madame Curie chatting happily with Wang Luyao, Li Qiwei suddenly felt a little sad.
If history had not changed, Mr. Curie would have died in a carriage accident in 1906.
After losing her husband, Marie Curie soon fell into scandal.
The male protagonist is Curie’s doctoral student, Lang Zhiwan.
During those difficult years, the other party took meticulous care of Madame Curie and gave her the courage to live.
Li Qiwei has no prejudice against this.
If you dig deeper, you will find that celebrities in history have all kinds of dirty information that ordinary people find unimaginable.
Even Einstein was the same.
No one is perfect, scientists are human beings too and should not be mythologized.
In other words, you can mythologise the achievements of a scientist, but you cannot mythologize his character.
Achievements are high or low, and all personalities are equal. There are only a few saints in this world.
Subsequently, under the introduction of Madame Curie, Ridgway met her friend, the French mathematician Poincaré.
The 48-year-old Poincaré is already a master.
He is recognized as a leading mathematician of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The last person with comprehensive knowledge of mathematics and its applications.
He even has unique insights into the theory of relativity.
It fully illustrates that great mathematicians can engage in any field as long as they are willing.
The Poincaré conjecture he left behind had a profound impact on later generations of mathematics.
As a junior, Li Qiwei had a friendly conversation with Poincaré, and both sides were shocked by the other's knowledge.
Li Qiwei's youth made Poincaré filled with emotion. He thought of Galois, who was also dazzling at a young age.
Poincaré also put forward his own opinions on the future general theory of relativity, which Li Qiwei quickly thanked.
With full harvest, Li Qiwei bid farewell to everyone.
On December 28, 1902, Ridgway arrived in Brussels, Belgium.
This city carries so many beautiful memories for him.
He may leave more legends here in the future.
He was received at Solvay with the highest standards.
When he learned that he was going to return to China, Solvay looked up to the sky and sighed, as if he was grieving the loss of a confidant.
As a result, Li Qiwei didn't know what to say. He was just returning to China, not parting for life or death.
How did he know that Solvay had regarded him as a lucky star, and maybe everything would change in the days without him.
On December 30, 1902, Li Qiwei arrived in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
After meeting Lorenz, Ridgway apologized for not attending his Nobel Prize ceremony.
Lorenz smiled indifferently. He knew that Li Qiwei was leaving Europe soon. He had many things to deal with and would not have time to go.
Li Qiwei joked: "Professor, next time you win the Nobel Prize, I will definitely come to congratulate you."
Lorenz laughed and said: "Bruce, I think I should be right about this." You say so."
"I think it is a sure thing that you will win the Nobel Prize again."
"When the time comes, you will have to treat me to a nice meal."< br>
Li Qiwei smiled and said: "If I can win the second Nobel Prize, I can ask you ten times."
Lorenz said again: "Bruce, you are the most talented person in physics I have ever met."
"I hope you will not forget to continue studying physics after returning to your country. I am waiting for your return. "
Li Qiwei said solemnly: "I will definitely do it, Professor."
After saying goodbye to Lorenz, Li Qiwei returned to his home in Cambridge on the evening of December 31.
At this point, the journey and farewell before returning to China have officially ended.
Next, he will prepare for his doctoral graduation defense.
(End of this chapter)