Chapter 289 Technology More Precious than Chips

After receiving applications for cooperation intentions from major universities, scientific research institutions, and companies, Lu Minghao submitted these lists to Ning Chen.

Looking at these lists, Ning Chen nodded slightly.

Many of Ning Chen's ideal partners had previously sent applications for cooperation intentions to Xingchen Technology.

It is very normal for top domestic universities such as Shuimu University and Yenching University to want to have their own quantum computer.

The Chinese Academy of Sciences also wanted to own their second quantum computer, which did not surprise Ning Chen.

Just for the current research topic, the Galaxy quantum computer is close to its limit. It can be expected that in the near future, Galaxy's computing power will be even more intense.

Although the addition of Quantum Leap can temporarily solve some problems, it is not a long-term solution. At this time, purchasing a new quantum computer is definitely a better choice.

In addition to these universities and scientific research institutions, Ning Chen felt a little unexpected when he saw a name on the list.

"Shengzhou University... actually applied to reserve a quantum computer?"

This is indeed something Ning Chen had not expected before, because according to Ning Chen's assessment, the current Shengzhou University may not be able to reach such a level.

In Ning Chen's mind, only the top ten or even top five universities in the country have a strong demand for independently owning a quantum computer and are able to afford the purchase and use of a quantum computer.

Although the comprehensive level of Shengzhou University has been rapidly improving in the past few years, and many majors have ranked among the top ten in the country, overall, there is still a certain distance from the top universities in the country.

But since Shengzhou University has such an idea, as a graduate of Shengzhou University and a teacher at Shengzhou University, Ning Chen will definitely try his best to help Shengzhou University realize this wish.

Thinking of this, Ning Chen added Shengzhou University to the list of partners.

After some review, Ning Chen finally determined the final selection of all partners.

During the selection process, Ning Chen not only considered the strength of these universities and scientific research institutions, but also paid attention to their research directions.

Ning Chen hoped that his move would not only benefit these scientific research institutions and universities, but also help the academic development of the entire Xia Kingdom.

Because Ning Chen decided to cooperate with Shengzhou University in addition, it will not occupy the quotas of other universities and scientific research institutions. The production of one more quantum computer will not have any impact on Ning Chen and Xingchen Technology.

After sorting out these lists, Ning Chen sent the lists to Lu Minghao.

It didn't take long for Lu Minghao to reply to Ning Chen, saying that he had received the list from Ning Chen and expected to sign specific cooperation contracts with these scientific research institutions and universities tomorrow.

After a while, Ning Chen received the message from Liu Xu.

Liu Xu is the dean of the School of Materials Science and Engineering at Shengzhou University, and can be regarded as Ning Chen's direct leader, so Liu Xu is also on Ning Chen's key contact list.

In the message, Liu Xu asked Ning Chen if he had time now. If so, he hoped that Ning Chen could give him a call back.

After seeing Liu Xu's message, Ning Chen called Liu Xu.

"Dean Liu."

"Teacher Ning, are you busy now? If not, I want to tell you two things."

"You're not busy, Dean Liu, please tell me."

"It's like this, Teacher Ning, the first thing is that the school will re-select teachers' professional titles this year. Because your performance during your stay in school was extremely outstanding, you will soon be awarded the title of professor. This is also expected. Of course you have to get used to the name 'Professor Ning'."

After hearing Liu Xu's words, Ning Chen felt a little excited.

Judging from Ning Chen's current achievements, it is more than enough to obtain the title of professor. However, when Ning Chen actually received this title, he still felt a little uncomfortable.

The image of a professor in Ning Chen's impression was that of a professor with gray hair, wearing reading glasses, and giving people a sense of high moral standing.

Although this impression is somewhat stereotyped, at least many professors are relatively close to this image.

But the current Ning Chen looks more like a graduate student, and it is difficult for people to associate him with a "professor".

"Hey, actually, Teacher Xu Zhou had a very young image when he was named professor. It seems that after this, I have to work hard to get used to this title." Ning Chenxin said.

While Ning Chen was thinking about this issue, Liu Xu continued:

"Teacher Ning, there is another matter. Recently, hasn't Xingchen Technology issued a recruitment order for quantum computer cooperation? We Shengzhou University have also applied. Although this matter is a bit reluctant for us, we still hold the hope that I applied with the attitude of giving it a try, but I wonder what kind of requirements Teacher Ning would have for a partner to work with?"

Liu Xu tactfully tested Ning Chen's tone. Of course, Ning Chen knew very well what Liu Xu was thinking.

Many of the school's ideas are communicated to Ning Chen through Liu Xu, because Liu Xu is not only the dean of the School of Materials, but also one of the leaders of the entire Shengzhou University.

In fact, the school hopes to use its relationship with Ning Chen to help them decide on a quota for a quantum computer, but they also know that the school and the company are two different things. Even if Ning Chen is the actual controller of Xingchen Technology, he may not be able to decide. everything.

On the other hand, Shengzhou University is not sure whether they really have the strength to support the purchase and use of a quantum computer. After all, before this, even top domestic universities such as Shuimu University and Yenching University have never had one. A quantum computer of its own.

But they really didn't want to miss this opportunity, so they submitted an application for cooperation with the attitude of giving it a try.

Ning Chen did not rush to answer Liu Xu's questions, but first asked about some of Liu Xu's current knowledge.

Even though Ning Chen had already reserved a quota for Shengzhou University to have a quantum computer in his heart, Ning Chen had to confirm that Shengzhou University was very serious about this matter and was ready to own a quantum computer. .

Otherwise, even if Ning Chen does grant a quantum computer to Shengzhou University, it will be difficult for them to fully utilize the value of this quantum computer and waste the computing power of the quantum computer.

Facing Ning Chen's questions, Liu Xu was obviously fully prepared and expressed many of the school's thoughts.

After confirming that Shengzhou University was indeed taking this matter very seriously, Ning Chen said:

"Dean Liu, I will ask the company to give us a quota for a quantum computer at Shengzhou University, so you don't have to worry about this."

"That's great, Teacher Ning. On behalf of the school, I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to you."

The reason why Liu Xu spoke so politely was because Liu Xu knew that if the selection was carried out according to normal standards, Shengzhou University would definitely not have such an opportunity, and even the shortlisted Bian'er would be difficult to reach.

Only with Ning Chen's relationship can Shengzhou University have such an opportunity.

"You're too polite, Dean Liu. I still have this little power. When the school did so much for me, I will definitely try my best to repay the school's kindness to me."

In terms of comprehensive strength, although Shengzhou University is not as good as several top domestic universities, it has used its greatest strength to cultivate Ning Chen and tried its best to meet the various conditions put forward by Ning Chen. Ning Chen has always kept these things in mind. In my heart.

In the last life, because Ning Chen's own abilities were limited, he could not make much return for his alma mater. But in this life, Ning Chen already has strong abilities and must rely on his own abilities to try his best to help his alma mater become better. .

The next day, Lu Minghao began to contact universities and scientific research institutions on these lists to discuss specific matters regarding the purchase of quantum computers.

Not surprisingly, these universities and scientific research institutions are very excited about their shortlisting, and expressed their willingness to accept the conditions proposed by Xingchen Technology, pay a 30% deposit in advance, and after receiving the quantum computer, join In the quantum cloud network array built by Xingchen Technology and the Chinese Academy of Sciences.

It is expected that Xingchen Technology will deliver these quantum computers within one year. According to normal production efficiency, there will be no problems if they are delivered within this time.

After handling this matter, Lu Minghao immediately reported the work to Ning Chen.

"Yes, Manager Lu, thank you for your hard work."

Ning Chen is also very satisfied with Lu Minghao's efficiency in handling this work. If the company requires him to do everything by himself, even if he works twenty-four hours a day, Ning Chen will still have unfinished work.

Having trustworthy employees like Lu Minghao can help Ning Chen save a lot of time and energy.

After hanging up the phone, Ning Chen seemed a little excited.

Thinking that in one year, Xia State will have as many as ten advanced quantum computers, Ning Chen knew that Xia State was about to usher in a new technological peak.

In this era, quantum computers are not a commodity that can be bought with money, and are even more precious than chip technology.

In terms of technology in this field, Xia State is at least one generation ahead of other countries, which also determines the upper limit of a country's technology.

"Now, it's time to prepare for research on the next generation of quantum computers." Ning Chenxin said.

In the next generation of quantum computers, Ning Chen hopes to create quantum computers with a higher number of qubits, which determines the computing speed of quantum computers.

At the same time, quantum computers must also ensure high gate fidelity and measurement fidelity to prevent bit crosstalk and other situations, so that quantum computers can operate stably without calculation errors.

…

After several days of research, Ning Chen has thought of many new quantum computer design solutions.

Although these solutions are not enough for Ning Chen to complete the design of the entire quantum computer, they are enough to improve quantum computers in many fields.

As long as Ning Chen is given enough time, Ning Chen is very confident to complete all related work.

During this period, Ning Chen received news from the Zibei Space Launch Site.

In the news, the launch site stated that they have officially accessed and used the new rocket launch computer model designed by Ning Chen.

With the support of Quantum Leap's computing power, they can run this model very smoothly, and the simulation effect has been significantly improved compared to before.

While expressing gratitude to Ning Chen, the launch site also invited Ning Chen to Zibei to watch the rocket launching ceremony at the Zibei Space Launch Site.

After seeing this news, Ning Chen couldn't help but said to himself:

"It's great. I finally have the opportunity to watch the rocket launch live. When that day comes, I will definitely go and watch it live."

Even if this takes up part of Ning Chen's time, Ning Chen feels that it is very worthwhile.

Ning Chen was about to reply to the launch site that he would accept the invitation and go to the site. At this time, Ning Chen suddenly remembered something.

"By the way, Song Xiyun told me before that she would like to go there to watch the rocket launch if she has the chance. I wonder if they would mind if I bring one more person with me."

Ning Chen felt that the launch site would probably not refuse this matter. After all, one more person coming to watch the rocket launch would not have any impact on the rocket launch.

Moreover, Song Xiyun was not an outsider, but a lecturer at Shengzhou University and a Ph.D. in Mathematics at Yanda University. She could be said to be a member of Xia Guo's scientific research system.

With Song Xiyun's abilities, she might make her own contribution in the aerospace field in the future.

"If it's a big deal, I'll just have to pay for the round trip and accommodation expenses. This little money is not a problem."

Through the operation of Xingchen Technology and the income from the lithography factory, Ning Chen's personal wealth has ranked among the top 100 in the Forbes rich list in the country. He has already achieved financial freedom, so naturally he will not be short of such a small amount of money.

Thinking of this, Ning Chen replied to the launch site, expressing his intention to bring others with him to watch the rocket launch, and said that he would bear the relevant expenses.

What made Ning Chen happy was that the launch site not only readily agreed to Ning Chen's request, but also generously stated that they would bear the costs.

The computer model provided by Ning Chen alone helped the launch site save at least tens of millions of research funds, so the launch site was very happy to bear this amount of money.

After confirming the idea of ​​the launch site, Ning Chen told Song Xiyun the news.

After learning the news, Song Xiyun was very excited and immediately confirmed the news with Ning Chen.

"Ning Chen, can we really watch the rocket launch live? Is this the first launch of the Zibei Space Launch Site?"

"Of course, and you're looking at it from the inside, not just from the outside."