1900: A physics genius wandering around Europe

Chapter 317: The list is announced! The physical Iron Throne! The whole world is shocked!
1912 8 Month 20 Day.

The news of the reform of the Second Bruce Conference was the most important event in the entire physics community.

If you could get an invitation to the previous conference, it would mean that you were famous in the field of physics.

Now, however, anyone who receives an invitation will be the envy of the entire scientific community.

Physics, chemistry, biology, and astronomy.
Countless people are coveting that precious seat.

Because sitting there means that you can communicate with Bruce in advance.

He even became one of the first people to listen to lectures on general relativity.

What an honor this is.

They will be watched by the whole world.

The seat represents Bruce's recognition.

He is the first person in today's scientific community.

His recognition is the best proof of strength.

Unfortunately, this honor is only available to physicists.

This made many people beat their chests and sigh inwardly.

This is the influence of physics, which deserves to be the first science.

At the same time, in the vast Indian Ocean.

A merchant ship flying a huge "Li" flag was cutting through the raging sea.

Today, Shanhe Industrial Group is growing in size and has business dealings with both Europe and America.

Moreover, with the support of the big tree of Britain, it is very convenient to do business anywhere.

Of course, the UK has conducted a thorough investigation of Sarawak's Sanhe Group and felt very relieved when they learned that it was a purely commercial company.

It was specially allowed to sail alongside British merchant ships and receive protection from the British Navy.

Of course, it is just a title, just a flag. If something really happens, Britain will definitely not help.

Nevertheless, security will also be greatly improved.

In this era, there were only a handful of pirates who dared to rob British merchant ships.

This ship named Li was loaded with goods and shipped to Britain for sale together with the ship of the King of Sarawak.

On the deck, two gorgeously dressed Chinese women stood by the railing, looking towards England, their eyes full of longing.

Xiang Lan said excitedly: "Sister Lu Yao, you will be able to see the young master in ten days or so."

Today, Xianglan is no longer as reserved as she was when she was a maid.

She also gradually developed the temperament of a lady.

Her every gesture and movement revealed the demeanor of a lady from a noble family.

This is also what the old lady asked of her.

His son Li Qiwei is now becoming more and more famous and has become a world-famous figure.

Of course his wife couldn't be too petty.

Although Xianglan is a maid, she has a pretty face, a graceful figure and smooth skin.

After a little training and adjustment, she is even more noble than the ladies of a big family.

Now Xiang Lan is like a carp leaping over the dragon gate, having completed a gorgeous transformation.

However, even so, Xiang Lan did not forget her roots.

Not only was she not arrogant, she was also not harsh towards her servants.

On the contrary, he has a gentle temper and is very polite to everyone, winning the respect and admiration of many people in the Li family.

Moreover, her attitude towards Wang Luyao has never changed.

If it weren't for Wang Luyao's help, everything about me might have been different.

Wang Luyao came back to his senses, took Xiang Lan's hand and said with a smile: "I guess my husband must be very anxious now."

Xiang Lan was puzzled. Shouldn't she be happy to see the two of them?

Although Wang Luyao is already a mother of two children, her every frown and smile makes her look like a graceful young woman.

But her quirky personality hasn't changed at all and she's still the same as a girl.

She said mysteriously, "I have something I haven't told you."

"That is, my husband has a female assistant at King's College London. Her name is Delia."

"It is said that she is still a young girl."

"Tell me, if the two of us go, how can he not be anxious?"

After hearing this, Xiang Lan covered her mouth and laughed.

"I believe in the young master's character. He said he dislikes Western women the most because they smell too strong."

Wang Luyao chuckled, then burst into laughter.

In addition to the company personnel of Shanhe Industrial Group, there was also a 10-member elite team sent by Li Bokai on the ship.

Responsible for the safety of Wang Luyao and Xiang Lan.

They disguised themselves as employees of the company and would stay in the UK temporarily until the two returned to China.

Therefore, Wang Luyao and Xiang Lan can laugh and joke without any scruples.

It becomes a beautiful scenery on the ship.

The longing in their eyes drifted towards England at a speed far faster than the ship.

The sea breeze is full of tenderness, and even the air is sweet.

At this moment, Li Qiwei was in his office, thinking about the meeting list.

Since he wanted to make a big thing, he might as well make it even bigger.

So he kept planning on paper.

When he wrote about certain parts, he would even smile knowingly.
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1912 8 Month 30 Day.

Ridgway finally published the list of the second Bruce Conference in Nature.

Exquisite invitations will be sent out shortly afterwards.

Once the list was announced, it caused a stir in the physics community.

Participants of the Second Bruce Conference, by current country:
Britain: Ridgway, Qian Wushi, Thomson, Rutherford, Old Bragg, Moseley
Germany: Roentgen, Planck, Nernst, Wien, Sommerfeld, Laue, Einstein, Born

France: Marie Curie, Lippmann
Netherlands: Lorenz
Denmark: Bohr

United States: Michelson, Millikan
20 people in total.

There are quite a few differences between the list of this meeting and the first one.

First of all, there is Lord Rayleigh, who, as a contemporary of Lord Kelvin, has now officially retired from the field of science.

Even when Li Qiwei came to him in person, he just smiled.

"I'm old, I won't understand even if I go there."

"The world is in the hands of you young people."

"Bruce, my vision is never wrong. Physics will definitely have a brighter future because of you."

Li Qiwei bid farewell solemnly.

Lord Rayleigh had helped him for no apparent reason when he was still a weakling.

He obtained the title of British knight, which gave him a certain ability to protect himself.

It is reasonable and reasonable for Li Qiwei to have great respect for the old man.

As Maxwell's successor, he had a keen eye and discovered Professor Thomson.

Today, after three generations of hard work, Cavendish has become one of the world's top laboratories.

In the foreseeable fourth generation, it will be even more brilliant.

Now, Thomson has intended to designate Rutherford as his successor for the fourth term.

He knew that Li Qiwei would definitely not accept the position.

Under Rutherford's leadership, Cavendish will inevitably reach a higher level.

In the future era of physics, we will continue to stand at the forefront and lead the world.

Then, Lang Zhiwan was not selected.

Everyone thought that Bruce was worried about the scandal, so he deliberately excluded Lang Zhiwan.

Madame Curie is the only double Nobel Prize winner and cannot be excluded.

In addition, there are the newly selected people.

Bohr, Laue, Qian Wushi, old Bragg, Born, Mössler.

They are all rising stars who have published new results since the beginning of the golden age of physics.

Two conclusions can be easily drawn from this list.

First, the United Kingdom and Germany are far ahead in the field of physics.

The largest number of people come from these two countries.

Many people automatically attributed Li Qiwei and Qian Wushi to Britain.

Because their study and research are almost all completed in the UK.

In this era, it is simply a fantasy for Asia to cultivate its own physicists.

Even with Li Qiwei's extraordinary talent, he only helped China improve its basic education.

It is still a long way to go to cultivate talents now. At least it will be possible only when the Science City reaches a certain scale.

Second, there is a significant increase in the number of younger generation physicists.

This was done intentionally by Li Qiwei.

Modern physics is an opportunity for young people.

Once you grasp it, you can soar into the sky.

So he is willing to give young people opportunities.

Born and Moseley are the best examples.

There is actually a big gap between their current achievements and those of others.

When the list was announced, the world was shocked.

Because there are still some people who are stronger than Born and Mosley.

Why those people were not selected.

Of course, no matter how much they objected, it was useless.

This was a conference sponsored, organized and held by Li Qiwei himself.

It's his business how he wants to arrange it.

Others can only accept it.

Therefore, many people say that Bruce is too domineering in the field of science.

But Ridgway didn't care.

Born and Moseley are definitely geniuses.

Their achievements are only at the forefront, and the significance they represent is what Li Qiwei is concerned about.

Anyway, the participants of this session are suffering to some extent.

Because they are all supporting roles.

They are all foils to Ridgway's theory of general relativity.

No one cares about other people's achievements.

Everyone's eyes were focused on the general theory of relativity.

Some people even say that the Second Bruce Conference was actually the Second Relativity Symposium.

The brilliance of Li Qiwei alone overshadows that of everyone else.

However, even so, those who were selected were still envied by countless people.

Then, an unexpected piece of news made everyone crazy.

Countless people looked up to the sky and cried out in envy at those who could attend the Second Bruce Conference.

Ridgwell announced that he would build an Iron Throne in the field of physics to symbolize the glory of physics.

All participants will sit on carefully crafted thrones.

They are the kings of physics!
boom!
Shocked the world!

Everyone was shocked by Li Qiwei's idea.

He actually treated physics as a kingdom.

Countless people were shaking with excitement.

"Oh my God, this was supposed to be an academic conference, how did it turn into an imperial conference?"

“I don’t know what the Iron Throne looks like, but just by hearing the name I know it must be extremely majestic.”

"I think Professor Bruce should be the Silver Throne, to distinguish him from the others."

"That won't do. It would be disrespectful to others."

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Countless people talked about Li Qiwei's initiative.

This idea, which is full of the flavor of a middle school student, has been supported and welcomed by many people.

Especially those in the scientific field, regard the Iron Throne as the highest honor.

Since ancient times, whether in the East or the West.

The status of scientific researchers and that of political tasks are incomparable.

Even if it is lifted very high, it is because of some need.

Li Qiwei's goal in this life is to change this concept.

He wants to re-establish a system.

A system that respects scientists.

Therefore, he wanted to create such a name himself.

The emperor had various honorific titles.

Even the conferment of knighthood in the UK has complicated ceremonies.

All of this is to demonstrate noble identity and status.

Scientists are the smartest group of people, so why can't they get this kind of treatment?

The Iron Throne was Ridgwick's attempt.

In the future, he may create a more inspiring honor system.

Let every scientific leader become world-renowned and the envy of countless people.

He just wanted to tell everyone.

The title of king is never exclusive to one person.

As long as you achieve the best in your field, you are the king of the field.

Every person's value is unique.

The news of the Iron Throne spread throughout the scientific community like a hurricane.

No one has ever thought that science could be played like this.

In a manor on the outskirts of Essex, England, Lord Rayleigh said with a smile:

"Bruce, why didn't you tell me earlier? If I knew there was an Iron Throne, I would definitely go and participate."

"I also want to try being a king."

His eldest son laughed and said, "Father, Professor Bruce, will the authorities allow this behavior?"

"Isn't this behavior a bit disrespectful to the British royal family?"

Lord Rayleigh's eyes became sharp, and he said domineeringly:

"Britain is not the same Britain it once was."

"The government and the royal family have no right to control everything."

"Especially in the scientific field, they have stretched their hands too far before, which has caused dissatisfaction among many people."

“Now, it’s just a seat.”

"I just don't believe they dare to go against people in all scientific fields."

"The Iron Throne is nothing."

"Aren't the dragon thrones in the East now protected cultural relics?"

"After all, it's just a symbol."

"Bruce is very courageous."

"He wants to vindicate all scientists in the world."

"For this reason alone, he will be supported by countless people."

"After all, who can refuse the honor of being a king, even if it's just the king in the field of physics?"

Lord Rayleigh himself is a member of the British aristocracy.

But he is also a scientist.

His position is clear.

Nobility is definitely not born noble because of their status.

A nobility should have the courage to forge ahead, tenacious beliefs, and lifelong purity.

Nobility is not a title but a spirit.

All those who charge into the unknown deserve respect and gain their own glory.

His eldest son nodded.

He originally thought that Professor Bruce was too high-profile.

Unexpectedly, after my father's analysis, the other party's intentions were so lofty.

At this moment, he had a deeper understanding of Li Qiwei.

The other party is not just a scientist.

His depth is beyond everyone's imagination.

General relativity, the Iron Throne, and one man taking on the entire world.

The second Bruce Conference has not yet begun.

Li Qiwei has already ignited the passion of countless people.

(End of this chapter)