Noticing the expression on her face, Ainsley hesitated slightly and asked.
The two women looked at each other and smiled.
"Not yet, I just thought about going to Princeton, but I haven't decided which teacher to apply for yet," Xiaotong paused and continued in a relaxed tone, "I'm not in a hurry anyway, I still have a holiday. Take time to think slowly, and read papers in related fields to see if there are any interesting research directions."
"Krugman? That Paul Krugman from Princeton?" Ainsley was stunned for a moment, then an expression of surprise and surprise appeared on her face, "Oh my God! It's actually Professor Krugman! I was there a few days ago The genius has read his works! Look, what did he say to you?"
"I..." Opened her mouth, suppressing the surprise in her heart, Xiaotong calmed down and continued, "... I seem to have received a letter from Professor Krugman."
After listening to Professor Foster's defense, the BBC reporter showed an embarrassed expression on his face.
Trading a signature on a graduation application for the writing of such a heavyweight paper is probably the most successful "transaction" he has made in these years!
Ainsley: "It's okay, don't worry about me."
"What's wrong?"
Ainsley shrugged her shoulders and made a funny expression, "As long as you know, someone who tries to defend himself looks like a pathetic person."
There was still chatter in the office.
This made him excited, but also very annoyed.
The improved Bewley model...let's call it the Lu-Bewley model, is far superior to the previous Bewley model in terms of computational efficiency and accuracy of calculation results. It can be said to be the world's leading model for numerical research. Macroeconomists have offered a better alternative.
For example, Montgomery, who studies number theory, and Dyson, who studies physics, had absolutely nothing in common with each other before Princeton's "communicator" Chaovara helped them connect.
Even with the door closed and the curtains closed, one could feel the rage boiling in Professor Foster's heart from the shaking glass.
Yes, the Lu-Bewley model in this paper was highlighted by the famous "science". And it was in this highlight that the name Lu-Bewley model was used for the first time, so much so that now the entire economics community has defaulted to using this name by default.
"... But Mr. Foster, according to a speech by a member of the Royal Academy of Sciences in an interview, the essence of this paper is mainly on the mathematical model, and this part was completed independently by Professor Lu Zhou... What do you think? What specific contributions have been made to the completion of this model?”
After laughing enough, Ainsley asked: "Have you decided where to go?"
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"This... sometimes contributions do not necessarily have to be reflected in the lines of the paper," Professor Foster explained awkwardly when asked by a BBC reporter, "You know, in scientific research, especially in the theoretical field, Work, the collection and interpretation of data are also very important. What is particularly important is that being able to introduce a strong collaborator to the research topic is also part of the ability of a scientific researcher!"
This statement is indeed true.
Oxford University campus.
In recent years, the Bewley model has been the cutting-edge research field of macroeconomics, and is especially regarded as a classic by some scholars of mathematical economics!
She knows her level very well, and she will never be able to achieve this level of results.
Xiaotong curled her lips and said with a smile, "I know what you want to say."
What Xiaotong didn't expect was that she wrote that thesis just for graduation and asked her brother to help optimize the mathematical model. As a result, after her graduation thesis came out, it caused such a magnificent stir in the economics community. Waves…
Although Professor Foster expected that this paper would be popular, at least one piece of "Econometrica" had no problems, he did not expect that it would become so popular. It not only triggered a topical discussion in the entire macroeconomics community, but even attracted The attention of many big bosses that he could only look up to on weekdays!
Xiaotong politely thanked me.
Social skills are also part of scientific research capabilities.
Just by looking at the name of this mathematical model, you can’t tell that this research result actually has a part of him!
"...But as far as we know, the main reason why Professor Lu participated in this research is because her sister, Ms. Lu Xiaotong, is engaged in related research topics."
Standing in the corridor outside, Ansley looked at her junior sister Xiaotong and said sincerely: "Congratulations on your graduation... Sometimes I really think your choice is right, but there are some things I can't say. "
With an article in "Econometrica" as a stepping stone, most professors would consider her application for a doctoral degree, even if there is no strong recommendation from her former supervisor.
For no other reason, she had said goodbye to this place.
As if being poked in the butt by a fire stick, Professor Foster said angrily: "That's enough! I am her mentor! If I hadn't brought her through the door, would she have achieved what she has now? You go Just ask anyone out there who made the greater contribution!"
An office in the Department of Economics.
"Thanks."
"He said..." Raising her head with a strange expression, Xiaotong continued with a somewhat disbelieving voice, "He invited me to study for a Ph.D.... if I haven't decided where to go."
The index finger lifted the hair next to her ear, and a smile appeared on Xiaotong's face.
At this moment, the cell phone in her pocket suddenly rang.
And as soon as he took action, he released such a big move!
Ainsley: “…???”
Although it was clearly his graduation thesis and the limelight was completely stolen by his elder brother, Xiaotong not only did not feel discouraged, but quietly breathed a sigh of relief.
Although this thing is important, it is not decisively important.
Although Lu Zhou did not name this improved model, the academic community still assigned his surname to it without authorization.
She wasn't too worried about letters of recommendation.
In academia, there is even a person who is not strong in scientific research ability, but can still produce some good research results because of his wide network of contacts.
People are like this. When they know that they can get more, they will never be satisfied with the status quo.
However…
And it's not just that.
Facing Forster, who was furious like an irritated rabbit, the BBC reporter tried to calm him down, but to no avail, so he had no choice but to continue the interview.
Xiaotong said easily: "No, it doesn't matter whether you have a letter of recommendation or not. Besides, with Professor Foster's character... expecting him to write a letter of recommendation rationally is not as good as expecting me to win the lottery jackpot tomorrow."
Ainsley said with a smile: "It seems that you have already made plans, so I wish you in advance... a happy Chinese New Year."
Maybe it was because her name was on the second work, maybe because she was a little transparent, but in short, she did not receive any unnecessary harassment after this paper was published.
As soon as this sentence came out, Professor Foster was stopped.
Now that a more powerful model is placed in front of them, how can they not be happy
Like Krugman…
"I also think you'd better think about it for a while and don't make such a hasty decision," Ainsley said seriously, "and you'd better wait for a while before asking him to give you a letter of recommendation... Now he is angry and jealous. , maybe he will do something."
"I have objections to the naming of the Lu-Bewley model! As a co-author of this paper, I think I should at least add my name, at least one letter, in the middle of this model! Otherwise, this is against the rules!"
She took out her phone, took a look, and clicked on the unread emails. However, almost the moment she clicked on the email, Xiaotong froze.
It is precisely for this reason that when she stated at the end of the paper that she had no personal responsibility for the work, she also clearly stated that the mathematical model part was mainly completed by Lu Zhou, and that she was only responsible for the theoretical part and the work of collecting data.
"Wait a minute... I really want to receive a message."
Now this middle-aged professor in his forties or fifties is in an ecstasy of pain and joy.
As for his mentor, Professor Foster, who is listed as the first author, according to the senior who helps him manage his mailbox, he is almost filled to the brim with incoming emails.
After all, most scholars are relatively homebound. If someone can bring two scholars who have never interacted with each other into the same project team, or even just provide the two big guys with an opportunity to have afternoon tea together, maybe it will work. The friction produces brilliant sparks.
Facing the BBC reporter, Professor Foster repeatedly emphasized in an angry voice.
"I couldn't agree with you more."
If it were before, Xiaotong might still be a little worried.
People were surprised not only by the superiority of the Lu-Bewley model, but also by the fact that Professor Lu actually extended his hand to the field of economics!
He admired the economist's theories greatly in class, especially on international trade, which was subversive of the times, but he never expected that one day this big shot would actually appear in the highlights section of "Science" Comment on your own paper…
That is, the Lu-Bewley model!
But now, except for a little relief and pride, there was no other emotion in her heart.
The only flaw is the naming of the Lu-Bewley model...