Volume 1: Student Life Chapter 366 Chen Zhou's Cognition
Wu Xiping and Zhang Zhongyuan exchanged glances.
In their hearts, the two of them applauded Chen Zhou's courage.
But applause is applause, and surprise is surprise.
The reality is that it is impossible for Chen Zhou to do this.
Because Chen Zhou alone cannot make any progress.
But Wu Xiping and Zhang Zhongyuan were unwilling to do so, which discouraged Chen Zhou's enthusiasm.
So, Wu Xiping first said: "Since you think so, let me ask you, have you decided which domestic journal you will submit your paper to?"
"No." Chen Zhou shook his head. "That's why I came to you. You must know which domestic journal is suitable."
Wu Xiping did not answer directly, but Zhang Zhongyuan said: "Domestic journals are either sponsored by the Chinese Academy of Sciences or by major universities. Yan University also has its own journals. But..."
However, Zhang Zhongyuan paused and did not continue.
Chen Zhou subconsciously asked: "But what?"
Wu Xiping continued, “However, whether it is the Chinese Academy of Sciences or Yanda, they cannot compare with Princeton University and the Institute for Advanced Study. Not to mention the gap between them and the Annals of Mathematics.”
Zhang Zhongyuan also said: "Chen Zhou, your idea is good. You hope to use the world-famous mathematical conjecture such as the Jebov conjecture to help domestic journals improve their international status. But have you ever thought about the feasibility of this idea?"
After hearing what Wu Xiping and Zhang Zhongyuan said, Chen Zhou fell silent.
In his mind, he kept thinking about the meaning of the two people's words.
As Chen Zhou fell into deep thought, the office fell into silence for a short time.
Wu Xiping and Zhang Zhongyuan were both waiting for Chen Zhou's answer.
In fact, deep down, they also hope that Chen Zhou can break this barrier.
Bring domestic academic journals to a new level.
This is of absolute .
But this matter is far from as simple as Chen Zhou thought.
It cannot be achieved simply by writing a paper proving the Gerbov conjecture.
Although the Gerbov conjecture is a world-class mathematical problem.
After a while, Chen Zhou raised his head and looked at Wu Xiping and Zhang Zhongyuan.
He had figured it out. He had indeed thought it was too simple.
"Professor Wu, Professor Zhang, I really thought it was simple." Chen Zhou said sincerely, " I originally wanted to rely on the impact created by this competition with Professors Tao Zhexuan and Zhang Yitang."
"Coupled with the influence of the Jebov conjecture itself and the continuous impact I have had during this period, the submission of the article to the journal has attracted enough attention."
"But I overlooked the essence of academic journals, which is the most important attribute. After all, academic journals belong only to the academic circle. The most important and greatest reliance is academic resources, not the forced attention."
Chen Zhou spoke slowly and calmly, while Wu Xiping and Zhang Zhongyuan listened and breathed a sigh of relief in their hearts.
Fortunately, this guy is only stubborn when it comes to academic research.
In this common cognition, we still know how to adapt.
Chen Zhou also noticed the changes in Wu Xiping and Zhang Zhongyuan's expressions. He raised his eyebrows slightly and continued, "Another point is that I overestimated my influence. To be more precise, I overestimated my ability."
Hearing Chen Zhou's words, Wu Xiping asked softly, "Why do you say that?"
Chen Zhou showed a hint of self-mockery at the corner of his mouth: "Whether it is the Hailstone conjecture, the Cramer conjecture, or the current Jebov conjecture, I have solved them all quite smoothly. To be honest, it only took about a year to solve three world-class problems..."
Wu Xiping: “…”
Zhang Zhongyuan: “…”
The two of them really didn't think that these words matched their expressions. The more they listened, the more they felt like he was just pretending?
Chen Zhou didn't pay attention to Wu Xiping and Zhang Zhongyuan's expressions this time. He continued to talk, "But these achievements have also blinded my eyes and made me a little proud."
"I think I will continue to attack these difficult problems, and then I will become a stable contributor . This will also help domestic journals develop."
"But I overlooked an extremely important point..."
Chen Zhou paused, his Adam's apple rolled slightly, and then he said, "With my personal ability and reputation alone, it is difficult to compete with behemoths like Princeton University and the Princeton Institute for Advanced Study."
“Then there would be no way to create an international journal like the Annals of Mathematics.”
After Wu Xiping and Zhang Zhongyuan's reminders just now, Chen Zhou now has a very clear understanding of himself.
Even he was reported by domestic media and official media as a "banner of young talents."
But his idea of gaining some practical help through this was still a bit unrealistic.
There are many factors involved.
Therefore, he had no choice but to grow into a real boss like Professor Deligne or Professor Faltings .
Only then can you change these and achieve your own ideas.
Wu Xiping glanced at Chen Zhou, his face full of relief.
He said: "It's right for you to think this way. You are only 19 years old, there is still a lot of time, and there are naturally more things you can do. There is no need to rush these things."
"For you, the most important thing now is your own development. As the ancients said, if you are poor, you should take care of yourself; if you are rich, you should help the world. Although you are not poor now, you are far from being rich. Do you understand?"
Chen Zhou nodded: "I understand, Professor Wu, thank you!"
Wu Xiping smiled with satisfaction.
Zhang Zhongyuan smiled and joked: "If you can maintain your current efficiency and solve three mathematical conjectures a year while taking care of both chemistry and physics projects, you can submit your work to domestic journals."
When Wu Xiping heard this, he immediately helped Chen Zhou and said, "Don't talk about Chen Zhou. Can you? Let me ask you."
Zhang Zhongyuan said, "I'm talking about Chen Zhou. Don't drag me into this. If it were me back then, I would definitely..."
Before Zhang Zhongyuan finished speaking, Chen Zhou interrupted with a smile: "I can try."
Chen Zhou's words instantly attracted the attention of Wu Xiping and Zhang Zhongyuan.
Oh my god, what does this mean?
Can you try it?
In other words, three mathematical conjectures a year?
I think, now, won’t all the golden gooses that lay golden eggs be ruined?
Wait, why should we believe what he says?
But it seems that nothing Chen Zhou said could be impossible to achieve?
The expressions of Wu Xiping and Zhang Zhongyuan were extremely wonderful.
Chen Zhou, who was watching from the side, was trying hard to hold back his laughter.
