Chapter 148 I withdrew!
In fact, Tian Yanzhen originally planned to take Qiao Yu to the review meeting so that he could have a certain understanding of the evaluation and review process of fund projects.
This is a roundtable meeting, mainly discussing some complex topics and interdisciplinary projects in the field of mathematical theory research.
But because Qiao Yu unexpectedly proposed an idea, Tian Yanzhen asked Qiao Yu to write the project as soon as possible, jumped into the team, and submitted it.
After all, before the meeting begins, relevant experts must first review the project document.
At the meeting, experts need to briefly report on the main highlights and issues assigned to the project and conduct an evaluation.
For some controversial items, discussions and in-depth analysis will also be conducted. If disagreements arise, further discussions and voting may be arranged.
So Qiao Yu came more confidently this time. Originally he was a spectator, but now he is a representative of the application team, accepting questions and responses from experts.
In fact, before the project document was officially submitted, Tian Yanzhen had an in-depth discussion with Qiao Yu behind closed doors regarding the composition of the team.
Neither of them told the public what they discussed. However, the list was still based on Qiao Yu's choice, and one name was submitted unchanged.
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Apparently it was not just Qiao Yu who attended the meeting as a representative of the application team.
Qiao Yu got the catalog of the discussion projects before the meeting. For example, the optimization of machine learning algorithms based on quantum information geometry.
It is necessary to introduce the geometric structure of quantum states into machine learning models, study the classification and clustering methods of quantum states, and use quantum gradient optimization algorithms.
Another example is the rapid extraction algorithm for topological features of high-dimensional complex data. It is said that if successful, it can solve the bottleneck of existing algorithms in large-scale data processing.
In short, the team representatives who can be invited to participate in this meeting are all projects that experts are optimistic about.
As for whether these projects can pass the review, Qiao Yu doesn't know whether others know. Anyway, he doesn't know.
Regarding the twists and turns in the review meeting, neither Tian Yanzhen nor Mr. Yuan mentioned it to him. They only asked him to listen carefully when he participated. It was his turn and to explain it well.
This made Qiao Yu feel a little bored.
Because except for his mentor and grandpa Shi, he didn’t know any of the experts or project team representatives who came to this meeting...
Of course, everyone was quite enthusiastic about him before the meeting. But Qiao Yu could feel that there was an unexplainable complex psychology behind that enthusiasm.
It smelled of competition, and it definitely included opinions about his age... But it didn't matter, he wasn't here to make friends this time anyway.
"Dear experts and colleagues: Good morning, everyone. First of all, on behalf of the conference organizer, I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to all the experts for taking the time to participate in this review meeting despite their busy schedules..."
"Now I declare the meeting officially started. First, I would like to invite Academician Luo Jinglei from the Institute of Mathematics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences to give us a brief introduction to the optimal resource allocation model project in multi-scale energy networks that he is responsible for, as well as the review opinions."
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After the host gave a simple opening speech, the review meeting officially began.
Qiao Yu just listened casually. It was difficult for him to devote too much energy to projects that he was not interested in. But in this atmosphere, it was not difficult. He could empty his mind and take a good rest.
Just when Qiao Yu seemed to be serious but was actually listening to the academician's report on the stage without thinking at all, he suddenly felt someone touch his arm.
After reacting, a piece of paper was handed into his hand.
People can clearly feel the nostalgic experience.
When he was in Class 13, although he never wrote small notes, it was a daily routine for him to pass notes to his classmates in class.
Especially when there are several couples in the class, there are two routes where he and Zhou Shuang must pass...
Of course, in fact, many times this behavior of passing notes will definitely be noticed by the teachers, but the teachers are just too lazy to take care of it.
This round table meeting is different. There is a large round table in the inner circle where the host and the experts participating in the review sit.
In the outer circle are the team representatives and the people taking meeting minutes. In this case, passing notes is not easy to be discovered.
"Little brother, you are amazing! You can give the opening report at the World Algebraic Geometry Conference at the age of sixteen. I specifically asked you to give this report, which can be called a textbook level report!
I read the topic you applied for this time. One of the research goals is to build a bridge between number theory and geometry. It’s so powerful!
If you can succeed, all the masters in the world will shy away. Really, I think your project will definitely be rated."
Um……
Qiao Yu was a little confused looking at these two paragraphs.
The main reason is that no one seemed to be so direct in praising him before. Even Senior Brother Chen and Professor Xue were very reserved and reserved when they praised him.
Qiao Yu turned his head and glanced at a round-faced professor in his thirties sitting next to him.
The person is not fat but has a round face. With a smile like that of Maitreya Buddha that makes people feel comfortable just looking at him, he looks very sincere.
Qiao Yu remembered that he was introduced by Director Tian before the meeting. This person seemed to be an associate professor at Ludong University, named Yang Yuanyuan.
Now Qiao Yu is no longer an ignorant rookie. Anyone who can be promoted to associate professor under the age of thirty-five must be a very capable boss.
Well, if the boss talks so nice, it must be a business blowback...
So Qiao Yu took out his pen and quickly wrote back two sentences.
"Professor Yang, you are so polite. Your research is really promising. Once successful, it will bring the current level of artificial intelligence to a higher level.
Unfortunately, I am not an expert. If I were, I would definitely recommend your project to be the first to pass. After all, this is the most popular research field now! And it is of great practical value."
After finishing writing, Qiao Yu handed the large white paper to Professor Yang.
After Professor Yang lowered his head to read it, his smile became even brighter, and then he started writing quickly, and then handed it to Qiao Yu.
"Really, that's great! To tell you the truth, a key issue in our project is to explore the algebraic geometric properties of quantum state space.
What is currently being considered is to use methods such as Grassmann's popular and complex geometry to describe quantum states. However, the current progress can only be said to be unsatisfactory.
Qiao Yu, if you are optimistic about our project, why not join in and provide some suggestions specifically for this issue? Don’t worry, after the project is completed, there will definitely be no less thanks!"
After reading what Professor Yang wrote, Qiao Yu felt for the first time that it was not a good idea to follow a boss-level mentor.
He couldn't tell whether Professor Yang was trying to win over him for the sake of his mentor's reputation, or whether he was really impressed by his talent.
The main reason is that her round face makes her look very honest, and her smile is so friendly that almost all the details are hidden.
Qiao Yu felt that Professor Yang must have good popularity in the academic world. This reminded him of Yu Yongjun, who also looked harmless to humans and animals, but was wilted and bad...
But then again, it seems too late to invite at this time, right?
The project has already been discussed at the meeting, and even if you want him to put in a good word for Director Tian now, there is no chance...
From the corner of his eye, he could see that the smile on Professor Yang's face looked more sincere.
This was the first time he encountered such an invitation. After thinking about it, Qiao Yu chose to decline it.
There is no other way. He will be very busy for the next period of time and will not have time to collaborate with other people on projects.
"Professor Yang, I am really optimistic about this project of yours. However, I am not very talented and have many shortcomings, which may delay the progress of the project;
Secondly, in addition to doing some scientific research, my instructor also assigned me a lot of learning tasks, and it was really a pity that I couldn’t spare so much time and energy.
It is indeed a pity this time. If there is such a good project next time, please be sure to invite me again."
After writing it, I handed it over.
"Hey... that's really a pity! It's an honor for our entire research team to be able to work with young talents like you! But I can understand, after all, you are applying for a key project."
After reading this sentence, Qiao Yu thought about it, and then decided to conclude the chat.
"Well, I am applying for a key project, but I am here to accompany you on this project. In fact, I told my supervisor that he was too anxious. I hope to apply again after I have made some achievements, not now. So you Don’t worry, at least we are not competitors this year.”
After handing this sentence to Professor Yang, Qiao Yu turned his head and politely gave the round-faced professor who had changed from a full smile to a look of astonishment a youthful smile for free, and then began to listen "seriously" again. Expert review.
Rather than giving the other party ecstasy, Qiao Yu really felt that both Tian Yanzhen and Mr. Yuan were too anxious.
Moreover, he had already convinced his supervisor before submitting the project book. The reason he used was also very simple.
When this axiomatic framework was just an idea, it was not very convincing. Qiao Yu even felt that he could not convince other professors in the research group.
Everyone is willing to join the research team just to see the face of Tian Yanzhen and Mr. Yuan.
He didn't like this, because he really felt that the early proof work was not as complicated as Tian Yanzhen, Mr. Yuan and Professor Zhang thought.
Qiao Yu really has the confidence to build the framework of the entire axiom system without spending too much.
For some basic work in the early stage, it is enough to have the professors and senior brothers he is familiar with to help with the detailed work! There is no need for support from the Natural Fund at all.
After waiting for a while, he built the entire axiom system and the first batch of research groups were stabilized. It was completely late to apply for funds and so on.
It's not that Qiao Yu is willful, this involves the issue of absolute dominance within a research group.
Although this question was raised by him, with the support of Director Tian and Mr. Yuan, he was only sixteen years old after all.
He didn't want to have to play his cute boyish side inside the research group during group meetings.
The most important thing is that he is still young! You can apply for the Youth Fund until you are thirty-five, so what is there for him to be anxious about?
He originally wanted to not submit this project document at all. Anyway, everyone who should get on the bus has already got on the bus.
But Director Tian finally decided to submit it.
"If you follow the whole process and understand the process, it will not only be beneficial for you to apply for projects in the future, but also be beneficial for you to become a member of the expert panel to review projects in the future."
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In this way, after several experts introduced their assigned topics, it was finally Qiao Yu's turn.
"Next, I would like to invite Academician Zhang Yuanling from Shuangdan University to introduce to you the axiom system of generalized modal number theory on multiple transcendental spaces and the review opinions."
When he heard his project being read out by the host, Qiao Yu sat upright.
Although he doesn't care whether his project can be selected, he still needs to have the attitude he deserves.
After all, my tutor and Mr. Yuan are both sitting in front.
At this moment, the atmosphere in the conference room began to become a little weird.
There really weren't many eyes on the academician of the Institute of Mathematical Sciences on the stage, but he unconsciously looked at the sixteen-year-old boy sitting in the back row.
In fact, seniority-based ranking is inevitable no matter where in the world, especially in academia.
To a certain extent, it is a miracle that the project proposal applied by a sixteen-year-old boy can enter their field of vision.
Even though Qiao Yu has achieved achievements that many professors have not achieved, he is still a bit too young for his age.
If Qiao Yu's mentor was not Tian Yanzhen and he had an excellent relationship with Yuan Zhengxin, this would indeed not be a project document that should be discussed at today's meeting.
So not only Qiao Yu felt that his mentor and Mrs. Yuan were anxious, but every expert who could participate in the meeting today actually felt that it was not necessary.
Everyone has selfish motives.
There are only so many youth foundation projects every year, and there are still many professors who are about to pass the age limit. If you don't apply this time, you may not have the chance next time.
It makes no sense for a sixteen-year-old to come and fight for it. Although this idea is indeed valuable, everyone knows that there are many valuable ideas.
For example, there are so many sub-conjectures in the Langlands Program, which have not yet been fully proven. Moreover, Qiao Yu's ideas are very novel. As we all know, novel things often involve controversy.
Even if it is fully proven, there will still be debates, not to mention that there is still only a framework.
But Qiao Yu is a master who doesn't play by the rules, and his record can be checked!
Just before the geometrical Langlands Conjecture was about to be recognized, I suddenly found out the bug in the proof process, and then I personally sewed up the bug...
In this process, two professors from other people's research groups were directly kicked out, the paper was removed from the shelves, and then my own paper was put up. Theoretically, there is nothing wrong with it, but it makes people feel that it is difficult to criticize.
A sixteen-year-old genius who is difficult to evaluate has now become famous in the world, which really gives the expert judges a headache.
Whether the project document is approved or rejected, it is stressful and a headache.
This is probably the reason why Qiao Yu's project book was postponed to the end. The most difficult problems were solved at the end.
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"...I have introduced here the importance, breakthrough and innovation of the research on the axiom system of generalized modal number theory on multiple transcendental spaces. Next, I will talk about the problem.
First, judging from the project report submitted so far, the definition of the geometric structure of the modal space proposed by Qiao Yu is not clear enough.
This includes two problems. The physical and geometric meanings of modal parameters are not clear, and the method of determining the dimensions of the modal space is relatively abstract.
Second, I have not seen a clearer or sufficient mathematical basis for the definition of modal distance in the report. I think it is still far from an axiomatic definition.
Third, I noticed that the research goals include the extension of dealing with complex high-dimensional modal space problems. But when the modal space expands to high latitudes, the computational complexity and theoretical construction increase exponentially. I don’t see how to ensure that it does not get out of control. idea.
Fourth...last point, I carefully read the resumes of the research team members and found that some key members lacked scientific research experience and had doubts about whether they could achieve the goals set for the research project.
Regarding the situation of this topic, my review opinions have been reported."
Well, Qiao Yu really listened carefully this time.
The academician is quite capable. Being able to ask six questions in such a short period of time at least shows that Academician Zhang Yuanling has carefully read the report he submitted.
He can answer some of these questions now. It's not that Academician Zhang's questioning skills are not good, but that due to the length of the report, he can't write them all.
There are also some questions for which he cannot give clear answers now.
For example, the third question, research involving high-dimensional parts is a future direction.
As far as the current situation is concerned, it is very good that this axiomatic framework first solves the problems in both two-dimensional and three-dimensional modal spaces.
As for how to extend it to high-dimensional space to solve the theoretical and computational complexity problems, Qiao Yu has not considered it at all.
Because the purpose of his framework was to solve the twin prime conjecture assigned by his instructor, Qiao Yu believed that three-dimensional modal space was enough to solve this problem.
One dimension represents the basic sequence of prime numbers; two dimensions describe the spacing between pairs of prime numbers; and three dimensions provide geometric information such as periodicity or local symmetry.
Introducing more dimensions is completely unnecessary even if it is thought to lead to an increase in complexity and difficulty in proof.
In view of the above, after Academician Zhang finished his speech, Qiao Yu naturally raised his hand high.
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For the vast majority of people attending this meeting today, it should not be said that 99% of the people have a clear idea of ​​how the meeting should proceed.
The only exception is probably Qiao Yu.
For example, when each expert introduced the project proposal for this application just now, there were actually project representatives in the audience, but no one asked to speak. They just recorded the questions raised by the experts.
This is because the morning is just a session where the review experts express their opinions. The specific session that requires a defense is in the afternoon, after the experts conduct a preliminary discussion on each project plan.
But this didn't apply to Qiao Yu. He raised his hand when he felt there was a problem. This had nothing to do with his mentor being Tian Yanzhen and his grandfather being Yuan Zhengxin. It was simply a matter of thinking mode.
The world of minors is not as complicated as the world of adults. For example, in the age of high school students, raising their hands to ask questions is a natural thing.
The most troublesome thing for the host of today's meeting is that although Qiao Yu is sitting in the second row, he is right opposite him.
Especially when he was the only one holding his hands high, it was impossible to pretend he couldn't see it.
Even if we don't consider Qiao Yu's mentor Tian Yanzhen or Yuan Zhengxin, as the host of this meeting, we don't really want to offend a talented young man like Qiao Yu.
I have to admit that at the age of sixteen, a genius can be invited to participate in a world-wide academic conference and give an opening report. A genius who can also meet people all over the country on the seven o'clock news is indeed privileged.
The most important thing is that at this age, even if you do things a little too much, it won't cause too much resentment.
On the contrary, if one of everyone present today really competes with Qiao Yu, it will make people feel that he is not elegant enough.
The most important thing is that this kind of thing has never happened before. There is no precedent for a sixteen-year-old boy genius to participate in such a meeting before.
So the host of the meeting weighed for two seconds and then asked: "Representative of the axiomatic system of generalized modal number theory on multiple transcendental spaces, do you have any questions that you must ask now?"
Qiao Yu immediately stood up and said politely: "Thank you, the host, and thank you, Academician Zhang Yuanling. I have something I want to talk about. Can you give me five minutes?"
The host looked at the other experts present. Tian Yanzhen turned and glared at Qiao Yu. Mr. Yuan sat silently in his seat.
Naturally, others wouldn't say anything.
However, Academician Zhang Yuanling, who had just finished speaking, smiled and nodded, saying, "Well, I think five minutes is fine."
"Thank you, Academician Zhang. That's it. First of all, I would like to explain to you the first question you just raised, which is whether the definition of geometric structure is clear.
The construction of modal space is based on flexibility and generality. Its core significance is to provide multiple representations for number theory objects.
This representation can be defined in different modal dimensions. So clarity cannot be considered, but the required definition is achieved by restricting the geometry of the modal space.
As for other aspects, I think your questions are correct, especially your concerns about the composition of the research team and whether it can successfully complete this project are very insightful. It also fully made me aware of the shortcomings of this project.
As a representative of the research team, I am deeply aware that there are still many areas where I am not well prepared for this topic. I am very grateful to Academician Zhang for taking the precious time to review my project proposal.
After your suggestions, I decided to formally apply to withdraw my project application at this meeting. I also look forward to having the opportunity to submit the application again in the future and receive your guidance and support.
Thank you again, especially Academician Zhang. I’m sorry for wasting your valuable time.”
After saying that, Qiao Yu bowed politely to the experts at the round table. Then he sat down in his seat obediently.
Whether it is in compliance with the rules or not is another matter, but the politeness is really polite and there is absolutely no problem.
The host of the meeting subconsciously glanced at Tian Yanzhen and Yuan Zhengxin. The two bosses looked indifferent and had no intention of speaking.
The host of the meeting could only ask again: "Um, are you sure you want to apply to withdraw the project report?"
"Yes, thank you, uncle host."
"Um...you're welcome. Okay, then thank you for the introduction just now by Academician Zhang Yuanling. I declare that the morning's agenda has been successfully concluded. Please go to Hall 3 for dinner. There will be a defense event for the shortlisted projects at two o'clock in the afternoon. Please attend on time."
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"Why are you in a hurry? According to the procedure, can't you express your opinions after the afternoon defense?"
After the meeting ended and after leaving the conference room, Tian Yanzhen couldn't help but scold Qiao Yu again.
"Hey, Director Tian, ​​I'm afraid that we will enter the defense session in the afternoon. What if I convince all the other experts? I feel like it will be very uncomfortable if I pass."
"Well, Qiao Xi said you were naughty, but I still didn't believe it. Now it seems that you are indeed naughty enough."
Mr. Yuan, who didn't know when he came to Qiao Yu's side, also criticized him.
But after Mr. Yuan finished criticizing Qiao Yu, he glared at Tian Yanzhen and said, "Look, what a great grandson I am, what have you taught me? If you don't have the ability, just let me teach you in person."
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Tian Yanzhen smiled and did not reply.
Qiao Yu directly supported the old man and said, "Grandpa, you can't blame Director Tian. This time I was really willful, but I promise that by this time next year at the latest, I will make some achievements to show them! No.
To bring someone who looks down on people like this."
"What achievements do you plan to achieve this time next year?" Yuan Zhengxin looked at Qiao Yu and asked.
"At least we must solve all the problems raised by Academician Zhang and prove the practicality of this framework. Let me tell you, grandpa, only when you are under pressure can you be motivated.
I feel that our research team is terrible, and maybe we can prove the twin prime conjecture by the way. Then we will apply for the project and see who can question us."
Qiao Yu said with confidence.
The situation was already like this. Yuan Zhengxin wanted to say a few more words, but seeing Qiao Yu's high-spirited look at this moment, he suddenly felt that he shouldn't undermine this child's self-confidence.
So he glanced at Tian Yanzhen who said nothing and said, "Okay, since there's no need to attend the afternoon meeting. I'll take Qiao Yu back first."
Tian Yanzhen smiled bitterly, and then nodded.
It is true that both the old and the young can be willful, but he cannot be willful.
After all, he is also one of the review experts and will express his opinions later. Unlike Mr. Yuan, he originally attended this meeting on an impromptu basis.
In the afternoon, if you just find a reason why you feel sick and need to go back to rest, no one can use it as an excuse.
The most important thing is that Tian Yan is really sure that many people in this jury want the old man to leave quickly.
Otherwise, during the review meeting, the old man would lose his temper and rant a few words. Although it would not have much impact, it would still be embarrassing.
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"Hey, actually I'm worried this time."
On the car back to Huaqing, Yuan Zhengxin suddenly spoke.
"Forehead……"
"Don't say anything. In fact, according to your teacher's idea, you are right to only apply for a small project. After all, you are still so young.
But I am very optimistic about your idea. And I believe you can definitely do it. I really haven’t thought about whether you can convince the public at your age.”
Qiao Yu raised his hand and scratched his head, feeling a little embarrassed.
"Your idea is very good. Let's do some results first, set up a framework, do research and let's talk about the results. By the way, I'll keep an eye on Qiao Xi's side for you.
Let her go to my office for self-study starting tomorrow, and I will personally tutor her in her homework. If you have any questions that require auxiliary certification, please communicate with me at any time. I will take her to do it together.
As for you, you must devote yourself to study and research. Don't waste your talents."
Yuan Zhengxin explained seriously.
"Don't worry, grandpa, I wasn't joking with you just now. I'm really confident that I can complete the proof of the basic axioms within a year. To put it bluntly, mathematics relies on strength, not words, right?"
Yuan Zhengxin smiled, this kid is domineering, just like himself!
"Yes, mathematics relies on strength, so where do you decide to start?"
"Grandpa, do you still remember the upper bound conjecture my mother gave? That is, there is an upper bound on the curve where as the genus increases, the number of rational solutions gradually becomes stable."
"Well, according to supercomputer verification, this conjecture seems to be correct at present."
"I plan to start with this project. While constructing this system of modal space axioms, I plan to use this system to prove this proposition.
And I already have a very clever idea. The next step is to work with you and my mother to transform this idea into a proof process. What do you think?"
"Okay, okay, okay, I'm waiting to see your results! Not getting a fund is nothing. If you can prove this proposition before the end of the year, let's get a prize first! I'll see who else is unconvinced by then. !」
Yuan Zhengxin said domineeringly.
"Um……"
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At noon, he went to Huaqing for a meal. He didn't stay long and returned to Yanbei University. Mainly because he didn't want to be caught and complained by Qiao Xi.
But Qiao Yu didn't feel that he had done anything wrong.
In Qiao Yu's world view, there has never been an absolute sense of right or wrong in this world. The so-called right and wrong are all defined by humans.
For example, can people have more than 100 genders? There may be hundreds of millions of people around the world who think it can! And they firmly believe that this is right!
How to prove that the other party is wrong is actually very simple, just have the strength to change it.
Coincidentally, Qiao Yu feels that he is not only good at defining, but also good at proving.
As for Qiao Xi's thoughts... leave it to Mr. Yuan to teach him for a few days. Qiao Yu believes that Qiao Xi has no other ideas.
Although Mr. Yuan usually treats him kindly, he is very demanding when teaching students, and the next lesson will definitely be enough for Qiao Xi.
As for his most important task now, he must first realize the awesomeness he boasted about.
He had to give his grandfather, who had high hopes for him, a taste of the sweetness. For this reason, he went straight back to his cabin after returning to school.
I originally planned to go to the place where a few friends were training, and drink a bottle of Coke while they were standing in military posture...
When it was time to have dinner in the afternoon, Senior Brother Chen’s WeChat message arrived as promised.
"How are you, junior brother? Did our project pass at today's meeting?"
Qiao Yu said quickly: "Brother, I directly withdrew the project proposal we submitted at today's meeting!"
"Withdraw? No, little junior brother, you are impulsive!"
"It's so annoying. The review experts actually think that you don't have much relevant research experience, and then question whether our project may be completed.
Can I tolerate this? I have to withdraw it and apply again next year after we have done our own results. I want to see who has the nerve to question your scientific research strength, senior brother!"
Senior Brother Chen once again replied with a concise and powerful message.
"???"
Chapter completed!