Chapter 365 Michael - Arthur

There are too many talented students at UCL, and Wan Sheng is definitely not ranked among them. It can be said that "one less of him is not much, and one of him is not much".

As one of the most famous universities in the UK, UCL is the founding college of the University of London Alliance, and is also known as the "G5 Super Elite University" together with Cambridge University, Oxford University, Imperial College, and the London School of Economics.

"G5 Super Elite University" represents the UK's top scientific research strength, quality of teachers and students and economic strength.

Up to now, among the alumni who have studied, served or are currently serving at University College London, there are 32 Nobel Prize winners and 3 Fields Medal (the highest prize in mathematics in the world) winners. , cultural and entertainment celebrities.

Among them are Demis Hassabis, the "Father of AlphaGo" of artificial intelligence, Kao Kun, the "Father of Optical Fiber", Alexander Bell, the "Father of Telephone Communication" and inventor, Lu Jiaxi, President of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Tagore, Mahatma Gandhi of India , Japanese Prime Minister Hirobumi Ito and Junichiro Koizumi, among others.

The number of celebrities who came out of University College London can't be counted, what can Wansheng count?

Wan Sheng and Huo Kehua chatted jokingly, and then Huo Kehua talked about the purpose of letting him come, "It's Dean Arthur who wants to see you."

"Dean Arthur?"

"You don't know? Michael is the president of the university."

"Of course I know why I've been in school for so many years, but when you said 'Arthur', I didn't remember it for a while."

Howard nodded, remembered something again, and said, "By the way, the medical department of the college appreciates your research, and someone proposed to award you an honorary doctorate degree."

"what?"

Wan Sheng was really stunned.

An honorary doctorate. That's a great honor!

An honorary doctorate is also a kind of degree. It is an honorary degree awarded based on academic achievements or contributions to the country and society without examination and dissertation defense.

Requirements for this degree vary from country to country.

The award of honorary doctorate degrees in China began in 1983 with the purpose of commending outstanding scholars, scientists or famous politicians and social activists at home and abroad in the fields of academics, economics, education, science, culture and health. and outstanding contributions to the cause of social development and human progress.

in the West. The practice of honorary degrees has a long history, dating back to the Middle Ages, when universities awarded honorary degrees to show respect for someone, or to relieve certain legal obligations.

The award of honorary degrees does not need to go through the normal progression procedures (bachelor, master, doctorate), nor does it need to submit a relevant graduation thesis. Or reward them for major discoveries in related fields.

British universities are fully free and democratic in choosing who will be honorary doctors at their schools.

Each school has different rules on award criteria and award procedures. This makes the recipients of honorary doctorates from British universities appear very diverse.

Like some people with outstanding ability in various fields. It is possible to obtain an honorary doctorate degree from the United Kingdom.

A person worth mentioning is Mr. Li Jiacheng, Chairman of Hong Kong Cheung Kong Group.

In 2001, Cambridge University awarded Li Jiacheng an honorary Doctor of Laws degree, saying that when Li Jiacheng established his business kingdom, he did not forget to cultivate the next generation and contribute to the country, and highly praised his selfless contribution to education and noble patriotism.

In addition, there are many well-known figures in China who have obtained honorary doctorates.

Honorary doctorates are also 'graded'. For example, the 'Honorary Doctorate' degree awarded by some low-ranked schools in the UK. It's just a good thing to say, but in fact, it is not recognized by the world.

The honorary doctorate of the 'G5 Elite University' is different. European countries, and even the United States, their honorary doctorate is recognized.

UCL is one of the 'G5 elite universities', so Wan Sheng was surprised to hear the news of Howard Ward.

Although his sports medicine research is very in-depth, it has not really been used in practice, and there is no so-called "outstanding contribution".

Wan Sheng asked.

Ben-Huo-Khua smiled and said, "Wan Sheng, don't underestimate yourself. You don't know some things. In this year's Nobel Prize selection, your research in sports medicine was nominated for the 'Medicine Award'. "

"...Nobel Prize in Medicine?"

Ben Howard nodded affirmatively, "Nobel Prize for Medicine... I really envy you, you can be nominated for this award at the age of 30. It is said that many medical experts value you very much, thinking that your research will be able to Promote the development of medicine in the world."

"However, this year's nominations have ended in February, and your real nomination should be next year, but I don't think your chances are high. The most important thing is that the Caroline School of Medicine has also discussed your research, and some professors I think it will take a long time for your research to be practical..."

Wan Sheng has been listening carefully.

What Ben-Huo-Khua said about the selection of the Nobel Prize in Medicine, the world's highest medical award, has a selection every year, and the deadline for nominations is February 1 every year. Although someone mentioned Wansheng's name, Carlo Lin School of Medicine has also discussed Wansheng's research, but the deadline for nominations has passed, so if you want to get a real nomination, you have to wait until next year.

Despite not being directly nominated, Wansheng is also quite excited.

That is the Nobel Prize in Medicine, not to mention the real award, even being nominated is a great honor.

"Dean Arthur is looking for me for this?" After Huo Kehua finished speaking, Wan Sheng asked.

Howard nodded and shook his head again, "He should be for sports medicine education."

"educate?"

"I'm not very clear. Michael went to the United States and can't come back tomorrow. You'd better stay in London for two more days."

"no problem."

After the two talked, Wan Sheng left. He stayed in London for one night, and went to the headmaster's office of University College London the next afternoon to find the headmaster Michael Arthur.

Michael Arthur has been the President of University College London for many years. Before that, he was a well-known figure in 'Applied Physics'. One of his patented inventions is widely known - Ringing-circuit, which is related to the use of telephone systems. The popularity of this invention also made Michael Arthur famous.

However, after the 1990s, Michael Arthur devoted himself to education and did not make any contribution to scientific research, and his name gradually disappeared in the field of research.

Apart from some news reports about the 'UCL Chancellorship', Michael Arthur's name is rarely associated with 'the world's top academic research'.

Michael Arthur was very happy when he met Wansheng, he praised Wansheng for his youth and talent, and then directly mentioned two things.

One is that Wansheng has been nominated for an "Honorary Doctorate" by UCL, and the second is the key point, which is to hope that Wansheng will add some simple contents of his research to the sports medicine education of UCL.

Wan Sheng was a little surprised when he heard it, but he immediately understood.

In the world, 'Sports Medicine' is a brand new topic. Even UCL, a world-renowned university, has very little educational content on 'Sports Medicine'. After all, this is an emerging discipline in the past ten years. There is very little content, and very few students can get a master's degree with it.

Wansheng can get a master's degree in sports medicine research, and his research is widely recognized. It can be said that it is quite remarkable. Many of his papers are novel ideas, and the depth of research has reached the world's top level.

In this research, Wansheng is already the world's top, so his research has been recognized by many world medical experts, so some of the simple content can be used as the educational content of "sports medicine".

Michael Arthur hopes that Wansheng can help the University College London's "sports medicine" education to add some content to improve the education level of the college in this area.

After thinking about it, Wansheng agreed directly.

He had absolutely no reason to refuse.

It can be said that it is a great honor to be able to add content to the education of UCL. What's more, he was born in UCL, and he still has a lot of feelings for the college. Being able to help his alma mater is also what he hopes to do. matter.

After Wansheng agreed, Michael Arthur invited him to share dinner, and later also talked about some things about the nomination of the Nobel Prize in medicine.

"You're still young, don't worry too much."

Michael Arthur said, "I think you will have a chance next year, but I can't guarantee it. After all, no one knows what those Americans think." The Americans he said were actually a range, referring to Professor of Medicine working in the United States.

Afterwards, Michael Arthur asked about his research progress. Wan Sheng then made a general statement, and also talked about the medical device company owned by his own Tagolwan Group. Manufactures some of the cutting edge sports recovery equipment.

Michael Arthur was very interested in this, asked a lot of related things, and promised that after manufacturing good equipment, the four large hospitals affiliated with University College London would consider taking part of the trial.

Hearing the principal's promise, Wan Sheng was very happy. He didn't expect to be able to negotiate a 'sale'.

This way the atmosphere of the conversation between the two will be better. (To be continued ~^~)