Volume 1: Student Life Chapter 309 Joint Recommendation
Chen Zhou saw the latest issue of the journal in Dean Sun’s office.
Although he had heard Professor Faltings and others say such things, he did not expect that they would be published directly in the Annals of Mathematics as reviewers' comments.
Moreover, this line of reviewers' comments is followed by the signatures of three professors: Faltings, Deligne and Langlands.
This honor is indeed great.
It can be said that Chen Zhou’s distribution deconstruction method has been recognized by top mathematics leaders.
At this point, we are not far from being recognized by the entire mathematics community.
The birth of a new theory often goes through a period of pain.
Because although the mathematical community is open, it is also very conservative.
The construction of the entire mathematical edifice is the result of countless years of accumulation, and the birth of a new theory is based on the entire edifice.
This is like the foundation. If there is a problem with the foundation, the building on the foundation is likely to collapse.
"Do you have any ideas?" Dean Sun looked at Chen Zhou who was in a daze and asked softly.
Chen Zhou came back to his senses and forced a smile: "It's okay, I just didn't expect such a high evaluation, and I didn't expect it to be so formal."
Chen Zhou said what was in his heart. If it was just a normal communication and someone praised him like this, he might not mind.
But publishing directly in a journal has a completely different meaning.
Not to mention anything else, just talking about his identity, he is just a college student who has not yet graduated.
While he welcomes the honor, he must also bear the corresponding responsibilities.
This responsibility contains so much meaning.
Dean Sun said with admiration: "A person's growth is often a process of sharing honor and disgrace. The more honor a person can bear, the more responsibility he or she must bear. Whether this responsibility is disapproval or slander, it needs to be borne."
Chen Zhou didn't say anything, just nodded slightly.
After all, he is just a college student who has just reached adulthood.
Maybe he's not ready yet.
But from this moment on, he must make some preparations.
Dean Sun looked at the silent Chen Zhou and said with a smile: "You still have a lot of room for growth. You will get used to these things slowly."
Chen Zhou nodded again and said truthfully: "President Sun, I understand all this. Maybe I am not ready yet."
Dean Sun thought for a moment and said, "Don't meddle in other people's business. You have reached a certain level now, and you consider things from a different perspective."
Chen Zhou remained silent and said nothing.
President Sun is talking about the actual situation. One should not meddle in matters that are not within one's jurisdiction.
But now he can be said to be a remarkable new star in the mathematics world.
What he needs to consider is not just simple research.
In the past, Chen Zhou never thought that he could grow to his current level.
Chen Zhou remained silent, and probably understood what President Sun meant.
Chen Zhou also has a rough idea of his future plans .
Perhaps, this is the inevitability of growth and change.
Dean Sun, who had been paying attention to Chen Zhou's expression, knew that this guy had figured it out the moment he saw Chen Zhou's expression relax.
Then, Dean Sun said: "We plan to recommend you to participate in the national 'Ten Thousand Talents Plan' for young top talents. This is a sub-item of the national 'Ten Thousand Talents Plan' and will be of great help to your future development."
Chen Zhou was slightly stunned. He didn't expect that Dean Sun asked him to come mainly for this matter.
Chen Zhou had heard of the national “Ten Thousand Talents Plan”.
The full name of the National “Ten Thousand Talents Plan” is the “National Special Support Plan for High-level Talents”, which includes three levels: Outstanding Talent Plan, Leading Talent Plan and Young Elite Talent Plan. It is a support plan for domestic high-level talents.
The young top talents refer to 2,000 young talents under the age of 35 who have outstanding scientific research and technological innovation potential and important innovation prospects in scientific research work.
Chen Zhou does meet this requirement.
The proof of the hailstone conjecture and the Cramer conjecture alone were enough for him to compete for a place in this program.
Even the Outstanding Talent Program, which supports 100 talents who are at the forefront of world science and technology, have made major discoveries in scientific research, and have the potential to grow into world-class scientists, Chen Zhou is qualified to compete for it.
But Chen Zhou had a lot more to consider at this time.
After being reminded by President Sun, the scope of his considerations has been broadened.
If Chen Zhou had stayed in the country and developed step by step.
He can indeed be considered as one of the top young talents in the national “Thousand Talents Plan”.
However, given the domestic academic atmosphere and research environment, where seniority is the key, this plan can be said to be dispensable.
If Chen Zhou does not have the ability to conduct high-level research, he will need to "work his way out".
Moreover, Chen Zhou thinks more about natural sciences and applied sciences, including linguistics that may emerge in the future. These are all things he needs to consider.
He hopes that he can break out on his own and not be restricted by the domestic environment.
But achieving this is easier said than done.
After a moment's silence, Chen Zhou politely declined, "President Sun, I think it's too early for me to participate in the national 'Ten Thousand Talents Plan' since I'm still in college."
Dean Sun looked at Chen Zhou in surprise. This was a great thing, but he didn't expect Chen Zhou to refuse so straightforwardly.
Chen Zhou looked at Dean Sun and continued, "Dean Sun, I personally feel that we should learn something before we can serve our country. Before that, talking about these things is actually meaningless."
Hearing this, Dean Sun stared at Chen Zhou, trying to see the changes in Chen Zhou's facial expression.
But unfortunately, Chen Zhou looked very honest.
Dean Sun couldn't help but laugh and said, "I can probably guess what you're thinking. But I believe in your ability to silence all doubts."
Chen Zhou smiled and said, "President, you are too kind."
Dean Sun raised his hand and pointed at Chen Zhou, then said: "No matter what you think, I still have to make this recommendation, otherwise it would be my dereliction of duty. As for your future plans, just follow your own ideas."
Chen Zhou immediately said: "Thank you for your understanding, Dean."
Dean Sun shook his head slightly and said with some emotion: "We have always advocated talents, but the starting point of talents is still young people after all."
Chen Zhou listened silently without saying anything.
But he understood what President Sun meant, which is also the reason why Yanda was criticized.
This is also the question raised at the last award ceremony: why can’t we retain young talents?
After a pause, Dean Sun said with a slightly excited expression: "We at Yanda are waiting for you, and China is also waiting for you. Bring back a Fields Medal that belongs to the Chinese people!"
