Volume 1: Student Life Chapter 469: China's Fields Medal
Chen Zhou, always with a puzzled expression on his face, followed Dean Sun and completed the reporting procedures for joint training.
Despite Chen Zhou's repeated questioning, what kind of surprise would there be after the New Year.
But Dean Sun refused to say anything and only told Chen Zhou that he would know when the time came.
This made Chen Zhou very puzzled. What kind of surprise was worth keeping secret?
Of course, Chen Zhou was also helpless about this.
He couldn't just stare at Dean Sun and ask, right?
We can only wait for what President Sun said, “the time will come.”
After separating from President Sun, Chen Zhou went to find Wu Xiping and Zhang Zhongyuan.
Coincidentally, the two professors were together at the moment.
However, what surprised Chen Zhou was that the two people were chatting happily, but as soon as they saw him, they suddenly stopped talking.
To be more precise, the two of them suddenly changed the subject.
What was originally a lively discussion turned into a question-and-answer session.
Looking at the two of them, Chen Zhou suddenly thought of the surprise that Dean Sun mentioned.
However, it was obvious that Wu Xiping and Zhang Zhongyuan did not tell him about their plan.
Seeing this, Chen Zhou didn't plan to ask any further questions.
Anyway, even if you ask, he won’t tell you.
Even if I say it, I still can't explain it clearly.
It would be better to wait until the time comes and see it with his own eyes.
So, after chatting with Wu Xiping for a short while, Chen Zhou left.
What Chen Zhou didn't expect was that only after he left did Wu Xiping and Zhang Zhongyuan slowly breathe a sigh of relief.
The two of them were not afraid of Chen Zhou's questioning, but they were worried that Chen Zhou might have heard their conversation when he was outside the house.
Dean Sun repeatedly warned them not to leak the news and to give Chen Zhou a surprise when the time comes.
What if their conversation was overheard by Chen Zhou?
Then all the surprises prepared would be ruined.
However, Wu Xiping felt that judging from Chen Zhou's appearance, he probably didn't hear it...
After leaving the administrative building, Chen Zhou planned to meet up with Yang Yiyi.
Chen Zhou has completed all the work at Yanda University.
Either this afternoon or tomorrow, he and Yang Yiyi will be able to return to western Anhui.
Before he even reached the gate of Yanda University, Chen Zhou's cell phone rang.
Looking at the caller ID, Chen Zhou subconsciously wanted to hang up the phone.
However, I thought about the news the other party had brought to me earlier.
Plus, I seemed to have said that if I won the award, I would accept her interview again...
In this case, I really feel embarrassed to refuse the call from reporter Yao...
When the call was connected, Chen Zhou politely asked, "Hello, reporter Yao, what can I do for you?"
On the other end of the phone, Yao Tongtong, who was originally nervous, immediately felt relieved when she heard Chen Zhou's voice.
The truth is, she had lost count of how many times Chen Zhou had hung up on her before.
The number of times I've been able to get through calls so smoothly, like today, can be counted on one hand.
"Mr. Chen Zhou, I heard that you have returned to China and are now in Yanjing?"
After hearing Yao Tongtong's question, Chen Zhou thought for a moment and replied, "Yes, I'm wandering around Yanda now..."
Yao Tongtong said, "Is it convenient for you now? I'll accompany you... for a stroll?"
Upon hearing this, Chen Zhou shook his head slightly.
Fortunately, Yang Yiyi wasn't around. If you wanted to interview me, just say it directly . There was no need to say anything that might cause misunderstanding...
It just so happened that Chen Zhou also planned to find out from Yao Tongtong about the surprise that President Sun and the others had kept secret.
"Then I'll wait for you at Yanda for a while?" Chen Zhou replied.
Before she finished speaking, Yao Tongtong said, "Okay, wait for me for a moment, I'll be there soon!"
After saying that, Chen Zhou heard the sound of Yao Tongtong nervously packing her things across the street.
Not long after the call was hung up.
Chen Zhou didn't even reach the school gate.
Yao Tongtong appeared.
Looking at the anxious reporter Yao, Chen Zhou shook his head again.
It seems that I really left a bad impression on the other party.
The other party is obviously afraid that I will run away...
When she reached Chen Zhou, Yao Tongtong stopped and breathed softly.
As soon as she calmed down a little, she was about to speak.
But he was interrupted by Chen Zhou: "Don't worry, I won't run away..."
Yao Tongtong was amused by Chen Zhou's words and immediately burst out laughing. She was still muttering in her heart: "You also know that it's not easy to find you? It's rare that you are so easy to talk to today. Do you think I am afraid that you will run away?"
But she said, "No, I'm not worried that you will run away. I'm worried about wasting your time. After all, the time of our great mathematicians is still very precious."
Hearing this, Chen Zhou glanced at this woman who didn't mean what she said.
But Chen Zhou did not expose her, as he also wanted to get the information he wanted from Yao Tongtong.
After all, Dean Sun didn’t say anything, Wu Xiping didn’t say anything, and Zhang Zhongyuan didn’t say anything either…
Chen Zhou had to think of another solution.
In Chen Zhou's opinion, just because you say it is a surprise, it doesn't mean I have to stay here and wait for your surprise.
The jelly ball experiment at SLAC is what Chen Zhou values more.
As if she knew that her compliment was a bit awkward, Yao Tongtong changed the subject and asked, "Just landed yesterday?"
Chen Zhou nodded gently: "We arrived in Yanjing last night."
Yao Tongtong asked again: "How was your rest? Did you adjust to the jet lag?"
Chen Zhou glanced at Yao Tongtong and replied softly, "It's OK. The jet lag doesn't have much of an impact on me."
Yao Tongtong smiled softly when she heard this, and then said, "I didn't have the chance to interview you before you won the Cole Number Theory Prize. Can you give me an interview now?"
Chen Zhou smiled and nodded: "No problem, just consider it as a thank you for telling me the news in advance."
After Chen Zhou finished speaking, he paid close attention to Yao Tongtong's expression.
He tried to read Yao Tongtong's face to see if there was the surprise that Dean Sun and the others had mentioned.
As Chen Zhou expected, Yao Tongtong's expression changed slightly when she heard what Chen Zhou said.
It was this slight change in expression that made Chen Zhou certain.
Maybe Yao Tongtong actually has some inside information.
Before Yao Tongtong could speak, Chen Zhou said, "Reporter Yao, can we talk while we walk?"
Yao Tongtong was stunned for a moment, but quickly said: "Okay, then we'll talk while walking..."
As if afraid that Chen Zhou would go back on his word, Yao Tongtong immediately got herself ready.
Recorder, notebook, pen...
Bring everything you need, without missing a single one.
Obviously, Yao Tongtong had made sufficient preparations for today's interview.
After Yao Tongtong prepared everything, she looked at Chen Zhou.
The look in his eyes seemed to be saying, "Go, hurry up, hurry up, I can't wait any longer..."
After taking a look at Yao Tongtong, Chen Zhou smiled slightly and took the initiative to walk ahead .
Chen Zhou, who had originally planned to leave, now went to visit Yanyuan with Yao Tongtong.
Chen Zhou could almost guess what questions Yao Tongtong might ask.
It's nothing more than "How does it feel to be the youngest winner in the history of the Cole Award?"
"When you were interviewed by the reporter, how have you achieved the next goal you mentioned?"
"Do you have the confidence to win the Fields Medal next year..."
And the fact was exactly as Chen Zhou expected.
Yao Tongtong didn't ask any new questions.
However, the current Yao Tongtong is a little different from before.
In the past, when Chen Zhou talked about professional mathematical knowledge, Yao Tongtong couldn't even remember it even with her notes.
Now, I can even talk to Chen Zhou.
Although that is just very simple mathematical knowledge.
But for Yao Tongtong, it is really good.
Rao Chen Zhou, after listening to Yao Tongtong's professional questions.
Also praised the other party.
This compliment made Yao Tongtong proud for a long time.
You know, Chen Zhou never paid any attention to her before.
As a result, now everyone has started to praise her.
This gap made Yao Tongtong ecstatic.
"Mr. Chen Zhou, our interview today ends here. Thank you very much for accepting my interview again!"
After Yao Tongtong finished asking the questions for the interview, she put away her equipment.
Seeing this, Chen Zhou deliberately looked into the distance and said nonchalantly, "Is this the end? No more questions to ask?"
Yao Tongtong was slightly stunned when she heard Chen Zhou's words.
No questions?
Isn't that right?
No, no, no…
Is this person in front of me a fake?
Isn't he the one who hates being interviewed the most?
Why are you asking if I have any questions today?
And you were so cooperative throughout the interview?
I didn't even hear a single word of "Is it ok?"
Yao Tongtong was a little confused.
At this moment, she deeply doubted whether the person in front of her was Chen Zhou.
How is it possible for a person to transform so drastically?
If it happens, then there must be something weird...
Yao Tongtong immediately thought of something.
Her pretty face blushed slightly, and she raised her head slightly and looked at the handsome boy in front of her.
Could it be that you misunderstood what I said?
I was just doing this for the interview, I didn't mean to say anything like "I'll accompany you" or anything like that?
But...what if I really get misunderstood? That's not good, right?
Doesn’t he have a girlfriend?
Is there a relationship crisis?
I don’t know what it feels like to fall in love with such a math genius?
Would you go out to eat and write equations?
Alas, my sister is several years older than you. Will people say that I am an old cow eating young grass?
All kinds of strange ideas popped up in Yao Tongtong's mind.
Chen Zhou just felt that Yao Tongtong's expression was a little strange after hearing what he said.
And why is his face red?
But I didn't know that the other party had thought so much.
If I knew, I would probably be very upset.
I just wanted to get some information, but it turned out to be so complicated...
Yao Tongtong's facial expression changed, but she remained silent.
Chen Zhou had no choice but to take the initiative and say, "Reporter Yao, um, can I ask you something?"
"Hmm..." Yao Tongtong hummed softly, and then said to herself, "I think it's okay. Although there is an age gap, it's not a big deal. Besides, he is so handsome and talented. I can totally accept it..."
"What are you talking about?" Chen Zhou asked puzzledly.
"Ah? Nothing...nothing..." Yao Tongtong came back to her senses instantly, a little embarrassed and a little nervous, "Didn't you want to ask a question just now? You...you ask it?"
Chen Zhou glanced at her with a strange expression and said softly, "Do you know if there will be any news after the New Year? It might be about me. I can't tell you what it is specifically, so I just want to ask you."
Hearing Chen Zhou's words, Yao Tongtong raised her head and looked at Chen Zhou a little confused.
Is this it?
Is this what he wants to know?
this……
"What's wrong, reporter Yao?" Chen Zhou met Yao Tongtong's gaze.
Yao Tongtong coughed lightly and explained, "No...it's okay. I do know some of the news you mentioned..."
"What is it?" Chen Zhou asked immediately.
After looking at Chen Zhou again, Yao Tongtong couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief when she saw that the other party didn't notice what she had said to herself before.
But at the same time, she felt a little lost.
Perhaps, it’s not that others didn’t notice it, but that this is not what they paid attention to.
Yao Tongtong pondered for a moment, then said with a smile, "Just like last time, this time it's still gossip..."
Chen Zhou repeated: "Rumor?"
Could it be related to the mathematics award?
The last gossip about Yao Tongtong was the Cole Prize in Number Theory.
Chen Zhou suddenly became curious.
If it's a mathematics award, there must be a prize.
If there was a bonus, it could indeed be called a surprise.
If it's for the bonus, oh no, stay a few more days for the math prize.
Chen Zhou was naturally willing.
When the time comes, after receiving the award, I can go directly to SLAC, which is about the same ...
As if knowing what Chen Zhou was thinking, Yao Tongtong continued, "It's about China's Fields Medal. Originally, it might have to wait until October next year before the award could be presented."
"But due to the influence of the International Mathematics Award, or more precisely, your winning of the Cole Number Theory Award, the award committee decided to present the 16th award in advance..."
Yao Tongtong then told Chen Zhou everything she knew.
After listening to it, Chen Zhou finally understood what the surprise that President Sun and the others were talking about was like.
The Chern Prize in Mathematics, which was originally awarded every two years in October and November, was brought forward to February this time.
That is to say, it will be brought forward to after the Spring Festival.
As for the reason for doing this.
According to the gossip from Yao Tongtong, it was completely influenced by Chen Zhou.
Because the Cole Prize in Number Theory that Chen Zhou won is already the highest honor in the field of number theory.
In an interview, Chen Zhou also said that his next goal is the Fields Medal.
Judging from Chen Zhou's current growth pace, I guess it won't be too late to solve this problem.
If this is the case, then Chen Zhou, who solved the Goldbach conjecture, has almost booked the 2018 Fields Medal.
By then, mathematics awards in China would be almost meaningless to Chen Zhou.
So, after comprehensive consideration.
In order to recognize Chen Zhou's achievements in mathematics, the Chinese Mathematical Society decided to award the 2017 Chern Mathematics Award in advance.
The Chern Mathematics Award was established to recognize the achievements of Mr. Chern, to encourage young and middle-aged Chinese mathematicians and their contributions to the development of China's mathematics. It rewards young and middle-aged Chinese mathematicians who have made outstanding achievements in the field of mathematics.
Since its first award in 1987, the Chern Prize in Mathematics has been awarded every two years.
There shall be no more than two award winners in each session, and the winners must be under 50 years of age on January 1 of the award year.
With the accumulated influence of so many Chern Mathematics Awards, this award has also had an increasing impact in the mathematics community at home and abroad.
It is also known as a "barrier-breaking award" for young and middle-aged mathematicians with outstanding academic achievements in China.
Because of its similarity to the Fields Medal, the Chern Prize in Mathematics is also known as the Fields Medal of China.
