"How about you do it again?"
On the campus forum of a well-known university.
…
Also facing reporters from all over the world, the Prime Minister said in a solemn tone.
"If you think it's appropriate, then so be it... Speaking of which, I heard that you plan to leave the world of physics temporarily?"
"The brightest minds on the planet have gathered together to discuss issues that we all face. I believe that our physics, under the leadership of IMCRC, will be able to go further and create greater miracles ."
"But it is not easy for IMCRC to achieve what it is today. It is difficult to find a scholar among the young physicists in our country who can convince the public. I am worried that after you leave, it will be difficult for the Chinese physics community to succeed in this field." The advantages and status gained in international cooperation organizations will be shared by others."
10 Downing Street.
However, since Academician Lu said so, there must be something remarkable about this young man.
"Is the work at 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 a solution for non-academic matters."
Even the Great Elder himself came to Shanghai personally...
"I always have to give young people a chance... If I remember correctly, these are his exact words! Think about it carefully, it has been so many years since the unified theory of strong electricity was completed, and there are no problems that can arouse his curiosity so far. Everything has been solved! According to common sense, there is no reason for him to leave the last step untouched. I even suspect that he already has the answer to the grand unified theory in his mind!"
"...Although physics is far away from our lives, looking back at history, every social change is closely related to the change in physics. I believe that we are standing at the intersection of a great era, and I believe that our future must be full of light - "
"Damn it, what did he say during the interview?"
When he heard the name, the old man frowned.
In this way, under the heated discussion among netizens, the question of the century initiated by a hundred well-known physics experts, occupied the headlines of major online platforms overnight at an incredible speed.
"Because of those great people."
“See if I can combine what I’ve learned in math and physics to create something interesting.”
“… In the next hundred years, the pattern of physics has been set. IMCRC, relying on the Lunar Hadron Collider and its huge scientific research strength, has undoubtedly replaced CERN and become the new world physics center. "
The old man asked seriously.
"A bonus of 100 million! It's really terrifying."
And it's not just that.
"Holy crap! One hundred million!"
"I'm still not too busy to understand why Academician Lu doesn't think about solving this problem himself? Or is he already confident that he can solve this problem by himself, so he deliberately set the bonus so high that no one else can get it anyway?"
Out of trust in Lu Zhou's vision, the old man said nothing more, just nodded, then changed the topic and continued.
"For no reason, just because he has developed a controllable fusion reactor, and just because you can now play video games for 1 cent a time, why can't people be so rich?"
"I plan to resign as chairman after this conference."
Mere news can no longer satisfy people's desire for gossip, and various theories are spreading wildly on the Internet.
A five-star hotel next to the International Convention and Exhibition Center.
Especially when the rewards for the grand unified theory were announced, almost everyone, whether in academia or outside academia, was shocked by the jaw-dropping amount of the prize.
"It can't be regarded as leaving, but for me personally, it is already difficult to achieve higher breakthroughs in pure physics research."
“Didn’t you read the interview written by editor-in-chief Belinda in the latest issue of Nature?”
With the announcement of the question of the century, the "Century of Physics" conference also officially kicked off.
The two of them were sitting one seat away from the window, chatting about what happened in recent days while drinking afternoon tea.
"I can't believe how he can be so rich as a scientific researcher! I suggest you check his account funds carefully to see if there are any ulterior PY transactions behind it. Nothing else, just a little suggestion , keyboard warriors don’t complain if you don’t like it.”
Just overnight, 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.
The same goes for Chang'an Avenue.
"No one can stop me, I will be a physicist from today on!"
The old man sighed and said seriously.
"... This is a glorious moment in the history of physics, a moment worthy of being recorded in history!"
"The interview with Lu Zhou himself at the dinner after the question of the century was announced! If you read it, you will know why people don't solve this problem themselves! Hey, I have to brag about it. I am really convinced by this. ”
It’s not just the online crowd who are talking about the century-old problem in physics. Even politicians from various countries have sent congratulatory messages to IMCRC after the news spread.
Executive lounge on the top floor.
"What's written on it?"
After a night of deliberation, the news about the opening ceremony the day before was finally released to people's eagerly anticipated eyes.
Facing the reporters gathered at the press conference, the president held the speech in his hand and read out.
"I'm going to try to start with materials."
There is almost no suspense, and the focus of news attention is almost entirely focused on the question of the century announced by a hundred well-known physicists and the huge bonus set by IMCRC.
"Excuse me, did Dawu pass the exam? I drank so much after just a few dishes!"
"In the past 100 years, Western academia has occupied the absolute right to speak in the world's academic community, but now this pattern has changed. Our scholars can communicate with the world's academic community in a more equitable environment, So far, there’s nothing I have to do personally.”
"Shanghai News": "The highest academic prize of this century was born at the Shanghai International Convention and Exhibition Center!"
"The Sun": "Lu Zhou: Whoever can unify the four basic forces will receive a bonus of 100 million!"
Although it was an expected thing, after all, similar things happened after the controllable fusion project was completed, 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.
Not even just a congratulatory message.
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.
The whole world was shocked by Professor Lu's generosity.
After a pause, Lu Zhou thought for a moment and then spoke.
"Your worries are actually unnecessary," Lu Zhou said with a smile, "There are still quite a lot of outstanding talents among the younger generation of physicists. For example, our Professor Wei, he will definitely be able to get one within three years. Nobel Prize. And our Professor Luo, although he has not achieved any particularly outstanding academic results, his research scope covers a wide range of topics. He studied under Witten. He is good at using mathematical tools and has a wide network of contacts. He I am very relieved to serve as the next chairman.”
After taking a sip of tea, Lu Zhou looked at the old man sitting opposite and expressed his decision.
The Times: “The moment that opens a new era in the history of physics!”
"What are your plans?"
"It's not really fake, is it?"
Lu Zhou shook his head gently.
"It's so inhumane! Kneel down to God Lu!"
"Energy, materials, and information are the three pillars of modern science. The former already has controllable fusion, but reactor core production capacity has not yet fully met the needs of the global market. For 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 yet been fully digested. Even if there is any major breakthrough at this time, the marginal effects will limit its development."
On the scarf.
"This is the Internet 2.0 era, why are we still so mentally retarded?"
"Washington Times": "By personally investing a $100 million bounty on the Grand Unified Theory, are you confident that no one can take away the bounty? Or do you believe that this proposition can be solved within a hundred years?"
"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 people."
This name seems to have an impression, but I really can't remember where I heard it.
Luo Wenxuan