Chapter 1331 Congratulatory Messages From All over the World!

With the announcement of the Question of the Century, the "Centennial Physics" conference officially kicked off.

After a night of deliberation, the news about the opening ceremony of the previous day was finally released one after another in the sight of people's eager anticipation.

"Shanghai News": "The highest academic award of this century was born in Shanghai International Convention and Exhibition Center!"

"Washington Times": "I personally donated a reward of 100 million yuan to the Grand Unification Theory. Is it because I am confident that no one can take away the reward? Or do I believe that this proposition will be resolved within a hundred years?"

"The Sun": "Lu Zhou: Whoever can unify the four basic forces will get a bonus of 100 million!"

The Times: "Time to start a new era in the history of physics!"

There is hardly any suspense, and the focus of news attention is almost entirely on the question of the century announced by one hundred well-known physicists, and the huge bonus set up by IMCRC for them.

Especially when the rewards for the Grand Unified Theory were announced, almost everyone, whether they were in academia or outside the academic circles, was shocked by the jaw-dropping amount of rewards.

on the neckerchief.

"Damn! 100 million!"

"It's not so fake, is it?"

"Don't let anyone stop me, I'm a physicist from today!"

"Forget it, did you pass the big thing test? A few dishes are like this!"

"Simply inhumane! Kneel to God Lu!"

"I can't believe it, he is a scientific researcher, why is he so rich! I suggest to check his account funds carefully to see if there is any ulterior PY transaction behind it. Nothing else, just a little suggestion , don’t spray if you don’t like it.”

"This is the Internet 2.0 era, how can there be such mental retardation?"

"No reason, just because he has developed a controllable fusion reactor, just because you can play games with a 1-cent computer now, why can't people be so rich?"

On the campus forum of a well-known university.

"A bonus of 100 million! It's really terrifying."

"I'm still not too busy to understand why Academician Lu didn't think about solving this problem by himself? Or is he already sure to solve this problem by himself, so he deliberately set the bonus so high that no one else can get it anyway?"

"Didn't you read the interview written by Editor-in-Chief Belinda in the latest issue of Nature?"

"What's written on it?"

"The interview with Lu Zhou himself at the dinner party after the announcement of the question of the century! If you read it, you will know why he didn't solve this problem by himself! Hey, I have to blow a wave, I am really convinced by this gone."

"Fuck, what did he say during the interview?"

"I have to give young people a chance... If I remember correctly, these are his original words! Thinking about it carefully, it has been so many years since the completion of the unified theory of strong electricity, so far there is no problem that can arouse his curiosity. The exceptions have all been resolved! According to common sense, he would not take the last step for no reason. I even suspect that the grand unified theory already has the answer in his heart!"

The whole world was shocked by Professor Lu's generosity.

Mere news can no longer satisfy people's desire for gossip, and various theories are spreading wildly on the Internet.

In this way, under the hot discussion of netizens, the question of the century initiated by a hundred well-known physics experts occupied the headlines of major online platforms at an incredible speed overnight.

In just one night, physics seemed to have changed from an unpopular major that only belonged to a small number of people to a popular subject that people talked about.

And not only that.

It is not just the melon eaters on the Internet who are talking about the hundred physics problems of the century, and even the political leaders of various countries have sent congratulatory messages to IMCRC after the news spread.

1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.

Facing the reporters at the Qiju press conference, the president held the speech script in his hand and read out.

"...This is a glorious moment in the history of physics, a moment worthy of being recorded in history!"

"The brightest minds on this planet gathered together to discuss the problems that all of us face. Believe that our physics, under the leadership of IMCRC, will be able to go further and create greater miracles .”

10 Downing Street.

Also facing reporters from all over the world, the Prime Minister said in a solemn tone.

"...Although physics is far away from our lives, looking back at history, every social change is closely related to the transformation of physics. I believe that we are standing at the crossroads of a great era, and I believe that our future must be full of bright -"

"Because of those great people."

The same goes for Chang'an Street.

Not even just a congratulatory message.

Even the Great Elder himself came to Shanghai in person...

...

A five-star hotel next to the International Convention and Exhibition Center.

Executive lounge on the top floor.

The two sat one seat away from the window, chatting about what happened in recent days, while drinking afternoon tea.

"...In the next hundred years, the pattern of physics has been set. IMCRC has replaced CERN without any suspense by virtue of the lunar hadron collider and its huge scientific research strength, and has become the new world physics center .”

"Over the past 100 years, Western academia has occupied an absolute right to speak in the world's academic circles, but now this pattern has changed. Our scholars can communicate with the world's academic circles in a more equitable environment, So far, there is nothing I have to do myself."

After taking a sip of tea, Lu Zhou looked at the old man sitting across from him and expressed his decision.

"I plan to resign as chairman after this meeting."

Although it was expected, after all, similar things happened after the end of the controllable fusion project, but when Lu Zhou said it himself, the old man couldn't help showing a surprised expression on his face, and sat up straight asked.

"Is the work of IMCRC too hard? If you have any difficulties, you can tell me. We can't help you with academic matters, but I can help you find solutions for non-academic matters."

"It has nothing to do with whether you are busy or not," Lu Zhou said with a smile, "It's just that the two-year period has expired, and it's time to change."

The old man sighed and said earnestly.

"But this IMCRC has achieved its current achievements with great difficulty. It is difficult to find another scholar who can convince the public among our young physicists in China. I am worried that after you leave, it will be difficult for the physics community in Huaguo. The advantages and status gained in international cooperation organizations will be shared by others."

"How about you do it again?"

"Your worries are unnecessary," Lu Zhou said with a smile, "There are still quite a few outstanding talents among the younger generation of physicists. For example, our Professor Wei, he will definitely be able to get a physicist within three years." Nobel Prize. There is also our Professor Luo. Although he has not achieved any outstanding academic achievements, his research covers a wide range of subjects. I am very relieved to be the next chairman of the board.”

Luo Wenxuan?

When he heard the name, the old man frowned.

The name seems to be a bit impressive, but I can't remember exactly where I heard it.

However, since Academician Lu has said so, there must be something remarkable about this young man.

Out of trust in Lu Zhou's vision, the old man didn't say anything, just nodded, and then changed the topic and continued.

"Since you think it is appropriate, then so be it... Speaking of which, I heard that you plan to leave the field of physics temporarily?"

Lu Zhou shook his head lightly.

"It can't be regarded as leaving, but for me personally, it is already very difficult to make a higher breakthrough in pure physics research."

the old man asked seriously.

"Then what is your plan?"

"Energy, materials, and information are the three pillars of modern science. The former already has controllable fusion, and the core production capacity has not fully met the needs of the global market. The latter, our submarine quantum optical cable is also being laid. The construction of the Pacific section is only halfway through. The technology has not been fully digested, and even if there is any major breakthrough at this time, the marginal effect will limit its development."

After a pause, Lu Zhou thought for a moment, and then said.

"I'm going to try to start with the material."

"See if I can combine what I've learned in two subjects, mathematics and physics, and create something interesting."