From University Lecturer to Chief Academician

Wang Hao had planned the main direction of the experiment, and he didn't care about it anymore. He just waited for the news from Deng Huanshan.

He went back to college and continued his normal working life.

The time has come to June.

The first round of evaluation for the selection of academicians was over, and the list of people entering the second round was announced. Wang Hao noticed that his name was on the list, so he didn't care anymore.

Others are very concerned about the co-option of academicians.

His mentor, Pan Weiguo, even called and chatted with him about the co-option of academicians, "Do you remember Xu Hao?"

Wang Hao recalled it carefully. It seemed that he was an old professor who taught Li Qun and Li Algebra. He asked doubtfully, "What's wrong with Mr. Xu?"

"He abstained."

"Abandon the election?"

Pan Weiguo said with a smile, "The first round has already passed, and he just gave up when he knew you had participated in this year's co-option. Didn't you notice? On the list of the first round passed by the Department of Mathematical Physics, only those who study mathematics Six."

"ah……"

Wang Hao didn't expect this. He opened the webpage and checked it, and found that it was indeed the same as what Pan Weiguo said.

Thirty people from the Department of Mathematical Physics passed the first round, of which only six were candidates in the field of mathematics, and the rest were candidates in the field of physics.

Pan Weiguo said, "Did you see it? Normally, there are more than ten places. This year, there are twelve places in the Department of Mathematical Physics. Normally, at least four of them are academicians of mathematics. Now it's all right, there are only 12 places left. six..."

He laughed at everything he said, and added, "Fortunately, I didn't participate."

Pan Weiguo has some achievements and qualifications, and he has a certain chance. After finishing speaking, he continued, "Do you know why? It's all because of you!"

"because I?"

"It's not because of you, Xu Hao gave up, it's because of participating with you, I guess someone will give up in the future."

Pan Weiguo said with a smile, "The selection of academicians is indeed very important, but reputation is also very important. If we participate with you, we will not be able to pass this year."

Wang Hao understood a little bit.

It's nothing for him to participate in the co-option of academicians. Others don't see it that way. He participated in the co-option of academicians with Wang Hao. It would be better if he was not selected. heated discussion.

Wang Hao has attracted too much attention. He was successfully elected as an academician, and he will definitely be noticed by the media. It is better for those who are elected as an academician to have the strength and confidence.

If there are no international achievements and no awards, being selected as an academician may be criticized.

At that time, public opinion may say, "Why is this person selected as an academician?"

"He didn't have any achievements, and he was awarded an academician together with Wang Hao?"

"The academician has already reached this level?"

"..."

Some of them have no special achievements, but they just fight for their qualifications. It is better to give up altogether, otherwise it will cause controversy in public opinion and lose their reputation.

Wang Hao just smiled when he heard it, but he didn't think much of it, so he gave up after fighting for his qualifications.

Academicians are academic leaders, if all seniority can be selected, it feels meaningless.

He chatted with Pan Weiguo for a few more words, and then hung up the phone.

When he walked out the door, he saw Qiu Hui'an coming, and said excitedly, "Mr. Wang, I'm done, I'm done!"

Wang Hao knew what he was talking about as soon as he heard it, and immediately said happily, "Bring it here and let me have a look."

He re-entered the office, and showed Qiu Hui'an the follow-up content, and found that Qiu Hui'an had indeed completed the follow-up proof.

Wang Hao also felt very happy.

If he had completed Legendre's conjecture by himself, he would only feel that he had completed a small math problem, and he would not feel very excited.

Qiu Hui'an was his student, so it felt completely different.

This is success with students!

While Wang Hao was happy, he also made a detailed analysis of Qiu Hui'an's follow-up proof content, and simplified it by the way. There are some complicated parts in the process.

"You simplify this part again, and then you can sort it out."

Wang Hao said, "After finishing the arrangement, show it to me at that time, and I will check it from beginning to end for you."

"No problem, I will help you contribute."

"This paper proves that there is no problem in submitting to "New Advances in Mathematics". If you are not in a hurry, you can also publish it in "Acta Mathematics", but the meaning is the same, and "Acta Mathematics" has a greater influence."

From Wang Hao’s point of view, there is no difference between Advances in Mathematics and Acta Mathematica Sinica, both of which are top-level journals of mathematics.

It's different for others.

The number of papers published in Acta Mathematica Sinica is relatively small, and the quality is relatively high. It can be said that it is an honor to publish papers in Acta Mathematica Sinica.

Qiu Hui'an nodded vigorously and said, "Mr. Wang, I'll listen to you."

After Qiu Hui'an left with excitement, Wang Hao's mood became even better. He walked around the laboratory and paid attention to the cooperation projects of the space agency.

Because the combination of the new structure has already been completed, the project has entered the final stage, just adding some corners and corners, and the work can be handed over in about a month.

Wang Hao paid attention to Zhang Zhiqiang's project again, and talked to him about the difficulties of the project.

The two were about to go out together, and when they passed by the workshop, they heard a quarrel.

It's Helen and Chen Mengmeng.

The other is... Paul Phil Jones?

Zhang Zhiqiang walked in quickly, interrupted the quarrel of several people, and asked, "What are you arguing about?" He wanted to be a peacemaker in the past.

Zhang Zhiqiang can be said to be the "second in command" of the laboratory. He can't participate in the core research, but he will participate in most of the "daily work" of the laboratory, including personnel and logistics.

So when he encountered a quarrel, he still had to come over and take care of it.

Paul Phil-Jones, Helen, and Chen Mengmeng stopped arguing, looked at Zhang Zhiqiang together, and noticed Wang Hao walking in behind him.

Paul Phil Jones knew Zhang Zhiqiang, but he didn't say anything.

Helen didn't speak either.

Chen Mengmeng was most familiar with Zhang Zhiqiang, so she explained, "That's right, we are talking about the basic expression method after introducing the annihilation force in quantum physics."

"Mr. Jones believes that the annihilation force can be explained by a specific vibrating string, but this vibrating string is based on a hypothetical graviton, which requires 11 dimensions to operate, and also describes how all 11 dimensions are shrunk into an extremely small In the space of about 10-33 square centimeters."

"Helen and I both believe that this is the way of string theory, which is wrong. If the annihilation force is introduced in this way, the basic expression will become very complicated, and annihilation theory and string theory must be combined. "

"Mr. Zhang, what do you think? Who do you think is right?"

After Chen Mengmeng finished explaining, together with Paul Phil Jones and Helen, they looked at Zhang Zhiqiang with sharp eyes.

Zhang Zhiqiang's mind was dazzled by what he heard. He looked at the three of them from left to right, and it took a long time with his mouth half-opened to say, "This question...should we talk about it after dinner?"

He looked down at his watch, grabbed Wang Hao and said, "It's almost dinner time, I'm so hungry, let's go."

"……All right."

Wang Hao hesitated for a moment, and left a sentence, "Academic discussion, there is no absolutely correct direction, and also, be careful not to fight!"

The two left together.

As soon as they interrupted like this, the few of them were not in the mood to continue arguing.

In fact, as Wang Hao said, there is no absolutely correct direction for academic research.

Paul Phil-Jones's idea is not wrong, because he has been studying string theory, he can directly use some mathematical logic for nesting.

Helen and Chen Mengmeng were not wrong either. They were greatly influenced by Wang Hao, and they still hoped to conduct research from scratch.

The speed of the latter is definitely slower, but the price is steady and steady.

The former is fast, and errors may occur in the middle, and subsequent research may cause contradictions, which need to be corrected slowly.

After Paul Phil-Jones came to Xihai University, he spent most of his time in the Mason Lab. He has not officially entered the post yet, so he has no teaching-related work.

The environment in the Mason Number Laboratory is relatively better, and he can do research here with peace of mind.

The advantage of Paul Phil-Jones' arrival is that Wang Hao has become a little more relaxed. Helen, Chen Mengmeng, and Xu Chao are all doing research on annihilation theory combined with quantum physics. You can ask him any questions.

In terms of quantum physics and theoretical physics, Paul Phil-Jones is much more professional than Wang Hao.

There are downsides to the arrival of Paul Phil Jones, too.

For example, he doesn't look like a "teacher" at all, and he seems to be like a child, arguing with students about problems.

Genius, always different.

...

a week later.

Wang Hao received the news that a new material was prepared by the superconducting material experimental group, and he went to the experimental group immediately.

After finding Deng Huanshan, he saw the newly prepared materials.

It was a thin layer of metallic film, relatively silvery gray and somewhat dull.

Deng Huanshan introduced, "Professor Wang, we did three sets of experiments in a row according to the direction you mentioned, and finally obtained such a thin film. The specific element content has not been determined in detail yet."

"According to my experience, the critical temperature of this film should be higher than last time."

There is nothing wrong with Deng Huanshan's experience.

Because he has been researching superconducting materials for a long time, he knows the preparation method well, and he can make a rough judgment just by looking at the material.

"How much do you think the critical temperature can be increased?" Wang Hao asked curiously.

"Should it reach 85K?" Deng Huanshan said hesitantly.

"Only 85k?"

Deng Huanshan was quite excited at first, but when he heard Wang Hao say this, he felt a little discouraged, and he emphasized, "85K is already quite a lot, 6K higher than last time."

He does get a little excited.

They did the experimental research according to the direction Wang Hao said. They didn't have much hope at first, but they didn't expect that they actually researched new materials, and they looked very good.

He is also looking forward to the specific superconducting critical temperature of the new material.

Wang Hao nodded and said, "When can the measurement be started?"

Deng Huanshan said, "When the properties of the material are stable, it will probably be in the afternoon."

"Then let me take a look at the preparation process."

After Wang Hao finished speaking, he looked at the experimental process, and found that the research was indeed done in the direction he said, and as a result, new materials were prepared.

He carefully analyzed the process and estimated a value, "The minimum can exceed 100k!"

This is the conclusion drawn through simple analysis.

Although he has not completely cracked the relationship between the material preparation process and the material, his understanding of the theory is not comparable to others.

In addition, he also had a previous experiment as a reference.

It is not uncommon for materials prepared in this way to exceed 100k.

When Deng Huanshan heard what Wang Hao said, his eyes widened. He really couldn't believe that the critical temperature of the new material exceeded 100K?

This number is incredible.

Even if he personally participated in the research, he felt that the 100K data was unreliable, but he didn't say anything after hearing what Wang Hao said.

Now it feels like the two are working together to estimate the superconducting critical temperature of the new material. Deng Huanshan is also very conflicted. On the one hand, he hopes that Wang Hao’s estimate is correct, and on the other hand, he feels that his professionalism has been questioned. .

"85k, not bad!"

"If you can reach 90k, it's incredible..."

"100k?"

Deng Huanshan still shook his head silently.

Soon it was five o'clock in the afternoon. After a staff member made a test and confirmed that the properties of the new material were stable, the test could begin.

New tests will begin shortly.

This test is much simpler than the AC gravity experiment. It is just to measure the superconducting critical temperature of the new material, and keep cooling down after power on.

The data will come out soon.

When the temperature dropped below 120k, someone exclaimed, "It has changed!"

"It has indeed changed!"

"It really is!"

"It's 119K now!"

The parameters of the testing instrument can be read out.

The personnel who did the detection experiment did not expect to be able to detect the transition of superconductivity at a value below 120k.

They were in a hurry for a while.

Deng Huanshan's eyes widened immediately, and he took a few steps forward to look at the number on the instrument, "119K", and then opened his mouth wide in surprise.

"119k?"

"Really 119k?"

Deng Huanshan took a deep breath, turned his head to look at Wang Hao who was sitting calmly, his heart was filled with disbelief.

In the morning, he still felt that it was unbelievable to exceed 100k, but now the data he saw was 119K, which was only 1k away from reaching 120k.

What is this concept?

According to the news released by American, thousands of scientists will be gathered to produce more than 120k superconducting materials that can be used in industry within three years.

Deng Huanshan is very convinced that the material they prepared can be used in industry. Just by looking at the color of the material, you can tell that the metal content is very high, and the current carrying strength is naturally not low.

The current material superconducting critical temperature is 119K, which can almost be said to have achieved the goal.

"So, it's done?"

Deng Huanshan opened his mouth slightly, walked back and looked at Wang Hao in surprise, "Professor Wang, it really exceeds 100k, 119k as you said!"

"This is the research I participated in, it's just... amazing!"

"Have we achieved our goal?"

Wang Hao was also a little surprised. He estimated that it would exceed 100k, but he thought it would not exceed 110k. Unexpectedly, he gave himself a surprise.

119k?

He nodded with a smile on his face and said, "It's not bad!"

"Can this result be reported?" Deng Huanshan looked forward to it, "119k! The goal has been achieved, and it can be put into industrial production. It will definitely shock the world when it is released!"

"Report?"

Wang Hao shook his head, "It's just a small improvement, what to report? We haven't completed the goal yet, I said before that the goal is 150k."

"Well……"

Deng Huanshan was dumbfounded, he felt that his thinking was not in the same dimension as Wang Hao.

Small boost?

They have prepared a material with a transition temperature of 79k before, which is already considered a big improvement, which is 24k higher than the highest in China of 55k.

Now it has been raised to 119k, an increase of 40k over 79k.

result……

Small boost?

Wang Hao said, "You may still not understand our foundation. The 'W1-type' element combination has a broad prospect for development, and 150k is the short-term goal."

"119k is also an achievement, but don't worry, we still need to conduct experiments to strive for improvement next time. It will be more difficult if it exceeds 150k."

"So don't say anything, take it slowly."

He patted Deng Huanshan on the shoulder and said, "You must be patient when doing research."

"Stay solid, take one step at a time, and take your time!"

"Uh-huh."

Deng Huanshan put on a teachable expression, but the corners of his mouth couldn't help but twitched.

Down to earth?

One step at a time?

The current research, why can't it be related to "solid"?

Like... flying?

...

When a superconducting material with a transition temperature of 119k was prepared, everyone in the experimental group felt very excited.

After the experiment is over, the follow-up is to record and make a summary.

That's the job of the experimental group.

Deng Huanshan also started to get busy. He was busy recording the details of the experiment and urging each group to do a good job.

At the same time, he also received the above information, saying that academician Yan Shiqing would serve as the director of the research center.

Deng Huanshan was a little worried when he heard the news, so he called Academician Wu Hui, who had a good relationship with him, and asked, "Academician Wu, I know Academician Yan, but I don't know much about it. After he comes, he won't interfere in the experiment." Bar?"

"What do you mean?" Wu Hui didn't understand for a while.

Deng Huanshan said, "Academician Wu, let me tell you the truth. With the guidance of Professor Wang Hao, our research has gone very smoothly, and we have already achieved... small results. Now I am afraid that someone will suddenly mess up the command. You know Academician Yan, you Tell me about it, tell me..."

Wu Hui's mind was immediately filled with "small achievements". He found that Deng Huanshan didn't explain directly, and he didn't continue to inquire, "Don't worry, Academician Yan is very professional in the research of superconducting materials, and he is not that kind. People who mess up..."

He said a few good words to Yan Shiqing, and Deng Huanshan was relieved.

After putting down the phone, Wu Hui thought about Deng Huanshan's hesitant talk about the 'small achievements', and then contacted 'Wang Hao' for research, and suddenly became a little worried for Yan Shiqing.

If Yan Shiqing hadn't officially taken office yet, the experimental group would have achieved great results. By then, it would be embarrassing, wouldn't it?

Then it seems that no one else is needed. What is Yan Shiqing doing in the past?

Take credit?

Taking credit for Wang Hao?

Add to the chaos?

Wu Hui hurriedly called Yan Shiqing and asked him obliquely when he would go to Xihai, and even said insinuatingly that he should go there sooner, otherwise it would be bad if the experiment was delayed.

Yan Shiqing nodded and said, "Isn't this already the beginning of the month? I'm handing over the work, and the end of the month will pass."

"You have to hurry up, it's not good to delay the experiment."

"What kind of experiment is there?" Yan Shiqing sneered, "Old Wu, you are too concerned. Now the research has just begun. It is estimated that the equipment has just been shipped over there, and the theory is still far behind."

"Studies that last for several years or more than ten years are not rushed for a while. You must know that at my age, when I pass, it is equivalent to retiring there."

"Uh... that's right, just watch."

Wu Hui couldn't persuade him anymore.

There is no problem with what Yan Shiqing said. He is 63 years old. He used to work at Xihai University, and his research lasted at least a few years, so he is unlikely to go to other places.

At that time, he will definitely retire in office.

Yan Shiqing can understand after a while, he also wants to stay in the Academy of Sciences for a while, and stay with old colleagues and friends for a longer period of time.

Gone, but not coming back.

Yan Shiqing put down the phone and shook his head amusedly. He knew that Wu Hui was concerned about himself and the superconducting material project.

This guy is a hothead!

However, what is the rush for research that lasts for several years or more than ten years?