"Oh, it's you, Professor Frank, hello, what can I do?"

After reacting, Qiao Yu immediately asked enthusiastically.

The tone... can probably be described as cordial. After all, every time he talks to Frank, Qiao Yu can experience some happiness beyond academic achievements.

There is no other way, Qiao Yu has always felt that he is a very tacky person, and tacky people always find happiness easily from people they like and dislike.

Only saints can see all disputes with the spirit of fraternity. The only pity is that there are too few saints. This is probably the reason why world peace is always extremely precious.

…

"Congratulations, Qiao Yu! Amazing results! What I didn't expect the most is that you opened up a new track, and in the previous six months, you were still studying problems about the geometric Langlands conjecture! You

He is a genius, Qiao Yu."

Professor Frank said cheerfully.

At this time, three hours had passed since he called Lucas Eisen.

Of course he took this time to take a look at Qiao Yu's paper, but to be honest, he didn't really get much into it at this time.

The main reason is the state of mind. Everyone is the same. When the mind is not calm, it is difficult to fully invest in any article.

This is especially true for mathematics papers, because you have to keep thinking while reading.

However, Professor Frank's mood at this time was extremely complicated, and it was difficult to calm down at least.

But he had indeed already thought about what to say on this phone call.

…

"Thank you for the compliment, Professor Frank, but it's really too much! In fact, it was just an idea at the beginning, and I didn't expect it to actually work."

Qiao Yu replied humbly, and then asked enthusiastically: "You didn't just call me specifically to talk about this, right? Is there anything else?"

…

Probably Qiao Yu's gentle tone made Professor Frank feel confident, so the conversation immediately got to the point.

"It's like this. I carefully read your paper on the generalized modal axiom system. My colleagues and I agreed that this is a very broad and valuable proposition.

So I very much look forward to cooperating with your research group to expand this axiom system. Berkeley can undertake a lot of basic research and verification work.

If you agree, I can draft a clear cooperation content with my colleagues today. Please believe that we will allow enough time and resources to be invested in effective cooperation.

I believe we can jointly advance this project on the basis of respect and understanding, especially since we have a deep accumulation in basic research."

The other person quickly responded: "It's a good suggestion. But... Professor Frank, you know, I'm not an adult yet, so my mother helps me make decisions about cooperation. Why don't you wait for me to ask first?"

Ask my mom? It won’t take long, she’s right next to me.”

The answer from the other side stunned Frank, and his mind suddenly became confused...

It had been so long since he had returned to China that he didn't know whether academic cooperation required the consent of his guardian.

It shouldn't be necessary, right?

"Um...excuse me, Qiao Yu, this is an academic cooperation, I don't think you need to consult your mother's opinion, right?"

"Oh, Professor Frank, please forgive me, I forgot to explain before. My mother is a student of Academician Yuan Zhengxin and one of the most important members of this team.

Even this idea was started after I discussed it with her. So no matter if I join any collaborators, I need to seek her opinion.

She is not only the guardian, but we are also a partner in this project. But the part she is currently researching is the calculation of modal simplification.

After all, we need to ensure that every step forward of this framework is controllable, especially the mathematical complexity, to ensure feasibility. So do you want to call her directly?"

Frank was stunned, and his mind suddenly became chaotic. After all, he was completely unprepared for this...

And when did Qiao Xi become Yuan Zhengxin’s student?

He really didn't know this. When he searched for news about Qiao Yu on the Internet, he did also look for Qiao Xi.

There is indeed information about Qiao Xi on the Internet, but it belongs to another person. There is no information at all on the Internet about the situation of Qiao Yu's mother.

…

In the hotel room, Qiao Yu could hardly hold back her laughter.

Qiao Xi ignored him at all. When Qiao Yu answered the phone, she had already put on her headphones and was reading a book.

As for whether you heard what Qiao Yu said, it can only be a matter of opinion.

After waiting for a while, there was still no reply. Qiao Yu couldn't help but urge: "Hey, Professor Frank, are you still here?"

"Oh, I'm still here, um... well... that's what I'm thinking about, why don't you give me your mother's email address first. I'm not familiar with her, so I plan to discuss the specific content of the cooperation with my colleagues, and then

Email her to discuss possibilities."

"That's it, that's fine. But I don't remember her email address either. I'll send it to you via email later. Hang up now..."

Qiao Yu said regretfully, and then hung up the phone without hesitation.

The person on the other side is too cowardly... He deserves to never have a chance to stand out in his life!

After all, he really wanted to be there to hear what Qiao Xi's attitude would be if the two of them had a direct conversation, and whether he would be as cool as I count to three!

Sometimes he really felt that Qiao Xi was too out of touch, and when she was angry, she would pull his ears without any fuss. The word passion seemed to be insulated from her.

Obviously Qiao Yu does not think this is a healthy state of life. Even if the man opposite can arouse Qiao Xi's anger, it is good...

But it doesn’t matter, that man is almost forty anyway! Let him suffer for a while longer.

It would be good to wait until you are forty years old and stop thinking about it, and then slowly realize the pure malice of this world.

Qiao Yu believes that the world will be fair to him! Although he does not think that suffering is the wealth of life... In fact, Qiao Yu does not think that he has suffered much.

But he believes that the first half of his life was too smooth, and he should enjoy more setbacks in the second half of his life. In some popular words, all experiences in life are a kind of wealth.

So he hung up the phone, rushed into the bathroom, washed his face and feet, then lay on the bed and started chatting happily.

"Mom, Professor Frank called me just now and wanted to cooperate with us. I asked him to contact you. Can I give him your email address?"

"Whatever you want."

"Then I'll give it to you, but then again, will you agree to cooperate with him?"

"It seems to depend on whether there are irreplaceable benefits to working with him."

"Irreplaceable benefits? How is it possible! Except for us, no one in this subject is irreplaceable!"

"Without you, it has nothing to do with me."

Qiao Xi glanced at Qiao Yu, and then asked calmly: "So since he is not irreplaceable, why do you agree to cooperate with him?"

"Can you stop being so calm all the time? You also said that my hormones are no longer secreted, but I think you are."

"Ha... I'm 34 this year, and my hormones are no longer secreted, so that's not surprising. As for you, I highly doubt that you will get married and have children like a normal person in the future."

"You don't even act like a normal person, so you can't ask me to act like a normal person, right?"

"It seems... it makes sense. That's up to you. Forget it, go to sleep."

"Um……"

…

The situation was not much better the next day, and even more people took the initiative to talk to Qiao Yu.

There is no doubt that Qiao Yu became the most popular figure in this meeting.

Overwhelming all the academicians.

Of course, this is a very objective matter. In fact, this has nothing to do with publishing a paper in the "Annals of Mathematics".

If it were a different person, his paper could be publicly and positively evaluated by several Fields Medalists, and he would definitely enjoy this kind of treatment.

In fact, Chinese mathematicians have not been confident enough, at least in the world of theoretical mathematics.

On the one hand, there are various world-class mathematics awards, and there are very few local Chinese winners. For top mathematics awards such as the Fields Medal and Abel, there are no Chinese, only Chinese.

Qiao Yu's mentor Tian Yanzhen did win the Wolf Prize, but his most important achievements were made while at Harvard and Princeton.

So when it comes to mathematical theory, China is really not up to par. This is why many universities only recognize foreign journals.

The final conclusion is that China is a great country in mathematics, but not a powerful country in mathematics.

It's very helpless, very real, and quite embarrassing.

This time, Qiao Yu was sought after by a group of international academic leaders, and since he had no experience of studying abroad, it could be said that it was impossible to establish friendship with these leaders.

When the news spread back to China, it naturally made many professors feel that the future was promising, and looking forward to cooperation naturally became the mainstream idea.

Big names such as Tao Xuanzhi, Delini, Wiles, etc. all think that the generalized modal axiom system is a milestone discovery in mathematics of this century. Who in China has the nerve to question it?

Of course, this directly puts some professors in a dilemma.

It was also during the four days of the meeting that Zhang Yuanling took the initiative to find Tian Yanzhen and invited Tian Yanzhen to the tea room.

"Professor Tian, ​​this time I am really no longer human inside and out."

After a brief exchange of greetings, Zhang Yuanling said with a wry smile.

Tian Yanzhen smiled and said nothing.

Of course he knew what Zhang Yuanling meant.

To be honest, when Qiao Yu heard the doubts, he directly withdrew the project application without even saying hello to him.

If it weren't for Yuan Zhengxin's protection, he really wanted to talk to Qiao Yu well that day.

Similarly, he did not expect that Qiao Yu could achieve results so quickly. So things ended up like this.

Although both of them knew that it was normal for Zhang Yuanling to raise questions during the meeting.

As a reviewer, it is your job to raise questions about possible problems in the project. It can only be said that Qiao Yu solved these problems so quickly that there is nothing anyone can do.

"Why, Professor Tian, ​​do you really want to say nothing?" Zhang Yuanling poured the tea and spoke again.

"Hey, what can I say? How about I call Qiao Yu and ask him to slow down his research a little?"

Tian Yanzhen asked with a smile.

Zhang Yuanling was startled, and then smiled even harder...

Mainly because it makes so much sense that there is no way to refute it.

"Tell me the truth, did he already have a complete idea at that time, and even almost finished something, but he didn't write it all in the project book?!"

After adjusting his mentality, Zhang Yuanling asked directly.

Tian Yanzhen looked at Zhang Yuanling and said, "Do you think it's possible? In mid-August, I invited Professor Zhang Yuantang to come to Yanbei International Mathematics Center to give a report.

Qiao Yu was inspired by Professor Zhang to conceive of the generalized modal axiom system. The meeting was only held in late August. If he had a complete idea at that time, then Qiao Yu would be a genius!"

Zhang Yuanling once again had nothing to say.

Of course, this was originally a very helpless matter.

Project review is done by randomly selecting experts from the expert pool based on research direction and some avoidance principles.

It is impossible for the master and apprentice to know that he was chosen to do this kind of thing.

So I can only say that he was really unlucky and happened to run into it.

"Hey, Huaqing School of Mathematics has been getting better and better in recent years, and it has produced a lot of results recently. I feel that it is just around the corner to surpass our Double Dan!" Zhang Yuanling said with emotion.

Seeing Tian Yanzhen just sitting there smiling and drinking tea without expressing his position, Zhang Yuanling could only continue talking on his own.

"Yesterday I had a small meeting with my team members, as well as Professor Shen and Professor Zhou. As you know, I have recently been doing research on the bilateral cell base ring conjecture of the affine B-type Weyl group.

Because the structure of the affine B-type Weyl group shows strong symmetry, the framework proposed by Qiao Yu happens to be very good at dealing with geometric problems of periodicity and symmetry.

We all agree that perhaps symmetry in the modal space may correspond to the classification of bilateral cells. If we then use modal paths to describe the geometric representation of bilateral cells, and define equivalence classes with the help of modal distances.

Maybe it can help us give a geometric explanation to the algebraic relationship of bilateral cells. Of course, there are also problems. After all, the affine Weyl group belongs to an infinite group, and the classification and base ring structure complexity of its bilateral cells are much higher than those of finite groups.

This requires expanding the ability of Qiao Yu's framework to handle high-dimensional and infinite-dimensional structures. So Professor Tian, ​​could you please help us connect the dots so that we can work together to overcome this proposition.

If Qiao Yu can help us construct a modal space specialized in the affine B-type Weyl group so that it can capture the group interaction and the geometric properties of bilateral cells, perhaps we can complete this proposition.

Moreover, this cooperation can also make a series of expansions and supplements to Qiao Yu's system, which can be regarded as a collaboration that benefits both sides. Of course, if Qiao Yu has any requirements, you can also mention them. We will try our best to meet them in order to promote cooperation."

There is no doubt that Zhang Yuanling's proposal is far more sincere than that of Professor Frank of Berkeley.

At least they have seriously proposed a cooperation plan, and their goals are very clear.

And from Tian Yanzhen's perspective, I was quite surprised to hear this idea proposed by Zhang Yuanling. This really requires courage.

After all, Zhang Yuanling had questioned Qiao Yu's project in August, and now he offered to cooperate.

But after thinking about it, Tian Yan really felt that this trick was quite clever. If it spreads, it might even make this old boy's reputation rise.

After thinking for a moment, Tian Yanzhen asked: "Then what if we really use this method to achieve results?"

Obviously Zhang Yuanling had already thought about it and said: "How else can we calculate it? A total of one. Of course, the premise is that the problem is solved using this method.

In addition, I will include Yanbei International R&D Center as a cooperative unit. After signing the cooperation agreement, half of the remaining funds for this project will be allocated to Qiao Yuxian for use."

Tian Yanzhen smiled and asked, "If I remember correctly, you applied for this project last year, right? It's been more than a year, how much funding is left?"

Zhang Yuanling shook his head and said: "It hasn't been used much yet. I still have about three million. I mainly used it to attend some conferences and invite people to lectures. After all, it is still in the early stage of theoretical construction.

But you also know that the subsequent geometric simulation, weight function optimization, and topological property analysis all require supercomputing, which is where the bulk of the money is spent, but we haven’t done this yet.”

Tian Yanzhen nodded, and he had to say that his sincerity was truly sufficient.

"Okay, I'll talk to Qiao Yu about this. As you said, if Qiao Yu's method produces results, then we can work together. If you produce results directly, how much funding will be left?

Come back."

"Then let's just say it. I owe you a favor. I'll have people prepare the plan and agreement and send them over later. If you think it's okay, just show them to Qiao Yu."

After the business was settled, Zhang Yuanling breathed a sigh of relief. He also relaxed and sighed casually: "Hey, I really made a mistake.

If Qiao Yu's geometric system of number theory can really be realized, and if it can also unify representation theory, Yanbei will also be a banner in the world of mathematics in the future.

It seems we have to pay attention to little Li Baba's math competition. It is said that you coaxed Qiao Yu to Yanbei at the beginning of the year because you were interested in his results in that competition, right?"

Tian Yanzhen smiled again and said nothing, let him treat this matter as an unsolved case.

…

When Tian Yanzhen was discussing project cooperation with Zhang Yuanling, Chen Zhuoyang was also pulled into a high-pitched discussion by the two professors.

The effect of Qiao Yu's appearance on the Internet undoubtedly made him become the favorite of this meeting.

In fact, he has been very busy since yesterday, especially on WeChat.

Several college leaders, including the dean, sent him WeChat messages to express their congratulations.

That is to say, he has not yet added the WeChat account of the only academician of the academy. Chen Zhuoyang doubts that even the big academicians will send greetings.

At this time, he also knew the list of Jinzhou University attending the meeting, but he was too lazy to go there.

Today, after the effect of the paper has fermented, he has begun to attract more attention from yesterday's little transparency.

Mainly a spillover effect.

There were too many people who wanted to chat with Qiao Yu, and some professors couldn't get through, so they had no choice but to talk to Chen Zhuoyang.

After all, as a team member of Qiao Yu's project, even if it is only for verification work, he is one of the people who knows Qiao Yu's axiom system best.

But to be honest, Chen Zhuoyang didn't get carried away. After all, he knew very well that his job mainly focused on calculations.

The part that Qiao Yu is responsible for is where the soul lies. It is both abstract and inspirational...

"Actually, I think Qiao Yu should not have published the two papers so early. Instead, he should have done some more in-depth research first and published the modal axiomatic system so early.

After all, these core ideas entered the public domain too early. Everyone can quickly upgrade and expand based on Qiao Yu's theory. It would be a pity if later research falls behind. It is equivalent to robbing the subsequent influence."

The person who was expressing his opinion was a professor from Nanzhou University next door to Jinzhou.

This sentence made Chen Zhuoyang blush a little...

Qiao Yu really didn't plan to publish the paper so early. If it weren't for him, he could have published it after completing some of the more complicated content.

Of course, he didn't actually ask Qiao Yu to publish the paper so early.

Fortunately, before he could speak, another professor from Nanjin University immediately retorted: "In fact, it is better to start early, because at least it establishes priority.

And I think this system is inherently complex and abstract, and it will definitely require researchers from different fields to join in before it can be expanded.

And the original team must know this stuff best. With more partners, we can definitely move forward quickly, right, Professor Chen?"

Well, Chen Zhuoyang probably understood what these two people meant, and said quickly: "Professor Liang, Professor Jiang, it's useless for you to tell me this.

This project is indeed long-term, but you also know that I am really just a handyman. If you really want to join or cooperate, you have to discuss it with Qiao Yu. I can't make the decision."

"Professor Chen is too modest. He only has to do odd jobs after completing his thesis. Then, haven't we been doing odd jobs in vain for so many years?"

"Yes, if I can get my work published in a top magazine just by doing odd jobs, I would love to do odd jobs every day. Otherwise, can you recommend us after the meeting? Maybe there will be opportunities for cooperation in the future..."

"Okay, but let's make it clear first that the introduction is fine, but I can't guarantee anything."

"Haha...Professor Chen, I'd be very grateful as long as you are willing to help. By the way, I heard that you don't seem to get along well with other people at Tianjin University? Are you interested in coming to our NTU?"

You should have signed a 3+3 contract with Tianjin University, right? You can check that there should be a clause that allows you to terminate the contract by submitting an application 60 days in advance.

That is to say, as long as you haven't accepted a school or other project, you will be able to come here in the next semester if you terminate the contract.

Our dean has said that if you are willing, you can come to us without any problem, and the college happens to have a vacant position with the flexible title of associate professor."

"Um...this..."

This invitation was so sudden that Chen Zhuoyang was completely unprepared. After all, he had not stayed at Tianjin University for one semester.

Well, even though I knew that the invitation was for Qiao Yu's sake, I still couldn't help but be a little shaken.

After all, although NTU and Tianjin University are in the same city, in terms of mathematics school, NTU is much better than Tianjin University, not to mention that I am an associate professor there...

…

According to the law of conservation of happiness, if some people are happy, others will naturally feel dizzy.

For example, at this time, Dean Zhang of Tianjin University felt like he was a bitch.

Who would have thought that Chen Zhuoyang, an obviously marginalized doctoral student who usually looked dull and silent, would have such a good relationship with that Qiao Yu.

Such big news suddenly came out.

He has read the last two papers. To be honest, although the paper written by Chen Zhuoyang did not reflect much academic ability.

But I can’t stand it. This is obviously supported by people. Moreover, this is the school’s first paper in the top four journals in more than 20 years.

Being able to reach the position of deputy dean is much more sober than an ordinary professor who simply does academic research.

Isn't that the case in academia all over the world? Of course one's own abilities are important, but there is no necessary relationship between being capable and being able to stand out. On the contrary, if there are really talented people to support you, it will be easier to stand out.

Even at the academician level, there are still parallel imports. It is impossible to be completely uneducated and skillless.

But there are always people who can rely on their personal networks and do some academic packaging. Even if their academic abilities are slightly inferior to those of their competitors at the same time, they can still get promoted.

Fair? Are you kidding me?

At this stage, many academic research projects involve large research groups. In order to promote people to higher positions, universities often tilt team resources towards individuals. Everyone is well aware of this.

Driven by interests, some professors may have high academic standards but do not know how to deal with people, or they may be on bad terms with a bunch of people. Naturally, they will not be the first choice for team resources.

Therefore, generally speaking, Zhang Guohong would rather offend professors who only know how to do research than offend professors who are good at dancing.

But Chen Zhuoyang obviously does not belong to the category of long-sleeved and good dancers.

My daily interactions are very simple. Apart from going to class, I basically stay in the dormitory and rarely go out to communicate.

And in Zhang Guohong's opinion, if Tian Yanzhen's student is really good at dancing, there is a high probability that he will not be assigned to Tianjin University.

Who would have thought that this kid could hide so deeply?

This made him very embarrassed.

Originally, Academician Shi just asked him to communicate more with Chen Zhuoyang yesterday, but this statement was actually not bad.

It was just a matter of taking it down for a while after going back, but who knew that after today's fermentation, Shi Yunchuan's idea changed again, saying that he would take the initiative to make an appointment with Chen Zhuoyang, and go to Chen Zhuoyang's room to chat together in the evening.

Take the initiative to go there...

This means asking him to apologize!

Does Zhang Guohong have no face?

The dignified vice-principal went to apologize to a young man who had just arrived at the school a few days ago...

Well, actually it is possible.

As long as you stay in an administrative position for a long time, you can actually let go of face and other things.

Of course, the mood will never be too good.

Zhang Guohong held his cell phone and was still thinking about how to word it. When he was talking to Chen Zhuoyang, the dean called.

"Old Zhang, just now Xiao Liu from the college administration told me that Teacher Chen asked him about the termination of the school employment contract this afternoon. You happen to be in Linhai, so go and ask Teacher Chen what's going on.

You must have a good chat and ask him if he has any requirements. Why is he thinking about leaving right after he arrived? But you must also pay attention to your attitude.

Don’t be too simple and crude when doing young people’s work. Pay attention to the methods. In short, when this matter is left to you, you must comfort the person first.”
Chapter completed!