Chapter 409 Although the truth is infinite, my heart is also eternal! The domineering Professor Bruce is back!
May 15, 1919.
Li Qiwei was invited to give lectures at Cambridge University.
As one of the most impressive graduates ever from the University of Cambridge.
Li Qiwei and Newton are equally famous.
But Lord Niu has passed away, and Sir Alex Lee is a living legend, a legend who came out of Cambridge.
The world of physics today is more dazzling, vast and mysterious than that of Newton's time.
There are so many unsolved mysteries waiting to be discovered and solved.
These are the dreams pursued by generations of young geniuses.
Cambridge University is a place dedicated to cultivating geniuses.
So it caught Li Qiwei's wool.
BruceLectures.
This was a resolution unanimously adopted by the Cambridge University management after the war.
An annual lecture series named in honor of Ridgway.
Lectures alternate between lectures on physics, mathematics, chemistry, biology, etc.
With the reputation of Cambridge University, the people invited must be big names in various fields.
Let these big guys tell the young elites in Cambridge about the most cutting-edge science, stimulate their interest, and expand their horizons.
In this way, students' comprehensive quality can be greatly improved, making it easier for them to become talents.
This is the original intention of the lectures at Cambridge University.
I have to say that the University of Cambridge in this era is still very enterprising.
All kinds of reforms and experiments are for the purpose of cultivating students, not for other purposes.
Since it was a blues lecture, Li Qiwei was invited as the chief executive without hesitation.
The first physics lecture of the first year must be given by him.
When Li Qiwei came to the campus gate again, the whole Cambridge University was boiling.
Although he repeatedly requested the school not to hold a welcome ceremony, all teachers and students gathered spontaneously.
There were huge crowds of people, flags were flying, and the shouts were earth-shattering.
"Professor Bruce!"
"My idol!"
In front of Li Qiwei, a super boss, the so-called favored people also turned into crazy fans.
Not only in terms of knowledge, but also in terms of personality.
What Li Qiwei did during the war completely conquered this group of young people.
In their hearts, Professor Bruce is not only a great scholar, but also a great sage.
His loving heart is wider than the sky.
Countless people in Europe have been benefited by him and even saved their lives because of him.
The kindness of the general and Professor Oh Bu can never be repaid.
As for the relationship between European countries and China, strictly speaking, there is no life-or-death feud between the two sides.
That's why Li Qiwei's reputation is so high.
Almost all the president, vice-chancellor, deans of various colleges and professors of the University of Cambridge were present.
With Li Qiwei's identity and status at this time, it would definitely be a neglect if these people did not come.
After the principal, the leader was Rutherford.
Rutherford now succeeds Thomson as the director of the Cavendish Laboratory, and is now the head of the Department of Physics at the University of Cambridge.
In the view of the school, Rutherford and Professor Bruce had an irreconcilable relationship and had been close friends for nearly twenty years.
It couldn't be better to be hosted by him.
Moreover, Rutherford himself is a Nobel Prize winner and a well-known boss in the field of physics.
Li Qiwei smiled and shook hands with everyone, feeling filled with emotion.
Nearly 20 years have passed since 1900.
Many of the acquaintances I had at the time are now gone, and many new faces have appeared.
Even the principal and vice-principal have changed several times.
Fortunately, Rutherford, Wilson and others were there, so Li Qiwei didn't seem lonely.
Soon, many teachers and students gradually dispersed.
Anyway, Professor Bruce will have a lecture next, and they will have the opportunity to get up close and ask questions.
Then, Rutherford highlighted other guests of the first lecture.
"Bruce, this is our Professor Hardy from Cambridge."
"He is the speaker at the Mathematics Lecture, which will be held after you."
Li Qiwei heard this and looked at Hardy.
Looking at the other party, he couldn't help but think of Ramanujan.
I don't know how he is doing now.
Hardy, 42, is also a legendary mathematician.
His legend goes beyond his association with Ramanujan.
He himself is also a super master in the field of mathematics.
In a word, Hardy is the founder of analytic number theory and Goldbach's conjecture.
Otherwise, it would be impossible for the University of Cambridge to let the other party be a guest of the first mathematics lecture.
Hardy never married or had children, and devoted his life to mathematics.
This is simply the good seed that Professor Thomson has dreamed of.
If Hardy changed his career to study physics, he would definitely be Thomson's favorite chief disciple, and Rutherford would have to step aside.
Hardy and China still have a certain connection.
The Chinese school of analytic number theory inherited Hardy's legacy.
In real history, Hua Luogeng, a famous Chinese mathematician, received guidance from Hardy when he went to Cambridge University for further study in 1936.
Hardy, who cherished his talent, admired Hua Luogeng very much and praised him as "the glory of Cambridge".
Hardy encouraged Hua Luogeng to apply for a doctorate.
But Hua Luogeng said: "I came to Cambridge to study, not to get a degree."
In two years, Hua Luogeng wrote more than 20 papers, each of which was enough to apply for a doctorate.
But he only had a junior high school diploma in his life.
While Ridgway was thinking about these celebrity anecdotes.
Rutherford continued:
"Bruce, you may not know Professor Hardy."
"But you've definitely heard of one of his students."
"Ramanujan, who is known as a genius in mathematics, was discovered by Professor Hardy from India."
Li Qiwei heard this and sighed: "Of course I know, he is a real genius."
"Professor Hardy, where is Ramanujan now?"
Hardy shook his head slightly and said regretfully:
"Hey, he left Europe five days ago and said he was going back to his hometown in India."
"His health is not good, and India's medical conditions are not good."
"I don't know what his future will be like. It's such a pity for his talent."
The big guys present were also sighing.
Li Qiwei was not disappointed.
He knew that Ramanujan must have left with a happy and complete mood.
At this time, in order to adjust the atmosphere, Rutherford smiled and said:
"Everyone, a genius left Cambridge, but an even more talented person came."
"We should be happy."
Everyone smiled knowingly when they heard this, and the atmosphere was no longer heavy.
Indeed, compared with Professor Bruce, Ramanujan's talent is a bit lacking.
The big guys stopped sighing and hurriedly chatted with Li Qiwei.
Soon, everyone arrived at the lecture hall.
At this moment, the venue was already packed.
Although the Bruce lecture was a scientific lecture, it still attracted many teachers and students majoring in literature, history, philosophy and politics.
For anyone with lofty ideals, cutting-edge science is a must-know. Because that is where the pinnacle of human wisdom lies.
Richard, Vice-President of Cambridge University, personally served as the host and said enthusiastically:
"The Bruce Lecture is a fixed lecture pioneered by Cambridge University."
"It aims to invite the world's top scientists to share the most cutting-edge scientific research."
"Understand the master's style, and everyone here can become a master in the future."
"Now, let us give you a warm welcome:"
"Creator of the theory of relativity, founder of quantum theory, four-time Nobel Prize winner, PhD and lifelong honorary professor of Cambridge University."
"Professor Bruce Lee!"
"Thanks to him for bringing us all a special lecture on physics "Wave-Particle Duality of Light"."
boom!
The audience immediately burst into thunderous applause.
Everyone stood up at the same time to express their respect and love for Professor Bruce.
The applause lasted for a long time.
The eyes of countless young people burst into light, which was the thirst for knowledge and the desire for glory.
Li Qiwei walked onto the podium calmly amid the cheers of the crowd.
He was bathed in worship and glory, and then waved his hand gently, and the venue gradually became quiet.
A breathtaking aura filled the air.
Li Qiwei looked at everyone in the audience. After more than ten seconds, he said:
“President Richard just said that the purpose of holding this lecture is to cultivate young people’s interest in science.”
"I very much agree with this."
"No matter in any field, young people are hope."
"You are like the newborn sun, waiting to shine and heat."
"You all here should all know about the first Physics Olympiad."
“Many countries around the world have sent their own teams.”
"Every player is the pride of each country and a man of the hour in the university."
"I am certain that in the near future, some of them will publish their own original research and become famous in the physics community."
Wow!
Li Qiwei's words shocked all the students present.
They didn't expect Professor Bruce to speak so highly of those players.
Players from all countries are undoubtedly geniuses, but geniuses are just mediocre in the eyes of Professor Bruce.
"The content of my speech today is about the wave-particle duality of light."
"Eighteen years ago, I was also a young man."
“I proposed this concept during my undergraduate graduation defense.”
"At that time, I was very high-spirited and fearless."
"I don't care about any authority, I just want to challenge the forefront of physics."
"At that time, no one recognized my theory."
"Although everyone was amazed by this idea, they all thought it was a fantasy."
"Faced with these doubts, what should I do?"
"First, I didn't fight back because I really couldn't find any evidence and I didn't even have a theory."
"Academic discussion is not just talk. Without a paper, you can't convince anyone."
"Second, I am not discouraged. No matter how many people oppose me, I firmly believe that I am right."
"Third, I didn't give up. Once I came up with this concept, I kept working hard for it."
"Even if I don't have a clue for the time being, I won't give up, but wait slowly."
"Finally, when the special theory of relativity and quantum theory were created one after another, I found inspiration."
"Since quantum theory is a theory that explains quantum, it should include light quanta."
"The special theory of relativity involves the constant speed of light."
"With such a combination, I thought of starting from the direction that light has momentum."
“Then, we theoretically analyzed the characteristics of wave-particle duality of light.”
The story Li Qiwei narrated made everyone fascinated.
This journey of light spanning eighteen years reflects the style of the world's top physicists.
Everyone sighed:
"Even a peerless genius like Professor Bruce is still struggling."
"How can we, ordinary people, have a smooth journey?"
The big guys in the audience smiled and sighed:
"Professor Bruce's ability to confuse people has not changed at all."
Then, Li Qiwei elaborated on his views on wave-particle duality.
When it comes to experimental verification, a courageous college student asked:
"Professor Bruce, although you theoretically explained that light has wave-particle duality."
"But the experiment has not yet been verified."
"You are no longer a young man."
"If the experiment has no results."
"Will you still persist as you did when you were young, fearless of everything?"
Wow!
The student's question shocked everyone present.
What he meant was: Professor Bruce, you are now a calm middle-aged man, will you still have your youthful and frivolous moments?
Many people can relate to this issue.
Since Professor Bruce published the general theory of relativity, he has stood at the pinnacle of physics.
He always gives people a deep temperament like an abyss or an ocean, and nothing can cause his mood to fluctuate.
However, the students present still liked the domineering and domineering Professor Bruce.
After hearing this question, Li Qiwei suddenly smiled.
He smiled happily.
If not for meeting Ramanujan, if not for seeing those seven formulas, if not for the truth being in his original heart.
I'm afraid this question still won't touch him.
But now.
Suddenly, Li Qiwei's momentum suddenly changed, just like when he was weak and faced Lord Kelvin nineteen years ago.
However, his confidence in the beginning was the result of others.
But now, his confidence is his own strength.
His goal is the ultimate theory of everything in physics.
He already has the qualifications to sprint and even the hope of success.
At this moment, he no longer retained his breath.
Everyone in the audience immediately felt an extremely powerful idea rising into the sky, shocking people.
Everyone looked at the stage in horror. The man was like a sharp sword, trying to pierce the sky.
Li Qiwei's voice was like a bell, resounding throughout the audience.
"This is a lecture that inspires young people."
"I tell you from personal experience that young people should not be afraid of authority."
"But will we older physicists become stubborn?"
"No!"
"Absolutely not!"
"For you, I am the authority, and it is me you want to challenge."
"For me, what I want to challenge is the ultimate truth of the universe."
"I have used relativity to unify space and time, and I will use quantum theory to unify matter."
"In the future, I want to use just one theory to unify everything in the world."
"Even if the truth is lofty, even if the hope is slim."
"But!"
"I, Li Qiwei, never give up in my life!"
"Although the truth is infinite, my heart is also eternal!"
boom!
The whole audience was shocked!
The domineering and unparalleled Professor Bruce is back.
(End of chapter)