1900: A physics genius wandering around Europe

Chapter 357 International Physics Olympiad! Shocking debut!

1915 6 Month 5 Day.

Ridgwell took Tagore and his party on a tour around the City of Science and introduced the city's layout to them.

After watching the busy scene on the construction site, Tagore could not help but sigh:
"It is said that the Chinese are the best nation in the world at construction. Seeing it today, it is indeed true."

"In just over a year, the original wasteland has been reclaimed."

“In some places, even the foundations have been laid.”

“This is incredible engineering in India.”

Li Qiwei smiled slightly when he heard Tagore's praise.

"Building the land is a mark engraved in the blood of the Chinese people."

“Even the millions of Chinese in Southeast Asia, wherever they go, no matter how poor the place is, they will start to build their own home.”

"The City of Science is such a small place, it is indeed very simple for Chinese people."

The architectural capabilities of this era are definitely incomparable to those of later generations, with buildings that are hundreds of meters high being common.

The famous Empire State Building would not be completed until more than a decade later.

Therefore, in Li Qiwei's plan, the buildings in the Science City will not be too tall for the time being.

Anyway, for scientific research, the height of the building has no effect, five or six floors are enough.

At this time, Tagore pointed to a place similar to a gully and asked:
"Bruce, are these markings of something?"

"I've seen a lot of these signs along the way."

Li Qiwei laughed after hearing this:
“Yes, this is my plan for the City of Science.”

Tagore and others became interested.

It is the first city built for science in Asia and even in the world.

Everyone is curious about what kind of picture he will appear in.

Li Qiwei pointed to these grooves and said:

“These are actually the dividing lines between the districts.”

"In my plan, the City of Science will be temporarily divided into several major areas."

"These areas include laboratories, research institutes, research departments of technology companies, libraries, science exhibition halls, etc."

“Each district has a different function.”

"The remaining space is for necessary scientific infrastructure, living facilities, etc."

“If the Science City continues to expand in the future, it can be further divided.”

"This cluster effect will bring about a great amplification effect and accelerate the development of catalytic science."

"The first phase of the Science City is only 20 square kilometers, so we prioritize the most important parts."

"The city of science is positioned for research rather than education, so there will be no university here."

After listening to Li Qiwei's introduction, Tagore was shocked.

Although he was a great poet and knew little about science, this did not prevent him from understanding the planning of the City of Science.

From just a few words revealed by Ridgway, Tagore knew that once this place was completed, it would inevitably become the scientific center of Asia.

Li Qiwei's urban planning concept was completely ahead of its time.

In later generations, almost all first-tier cities will set aside a piece of land to build a science and technology demonstration zone.

What are the supporting facilities, what are the functions of the park, etc.

Li Qiwei had followed his mentor in his previous life and visited such science and technology parks many times, so he was more familiar with them.

And he didn't need to do it himself. As long as he put forward the requirements, the hired American architectural masters would naturally design it.

Tagore lamented:

"Bruce, I thought you were going to divide the regions by country."

This is a question that Ridgway considered shortly after proposing the City of Science.

At first, he even wanted to have only Chinese people in the City of Science, but later gave up because that was simply impossible and unrealistic.

As for partitioning, it is also inappropriate.

“The purpose of the City of Science is to provide the purest communication platform for scientists around the world.”

"Here, regardless of nationality or race, anyone who has a passion for science can join."

“If I divide the regions according to countries, then the meaning of cities is lost.”

"Moreover, this war in Europe has made me more convinced that the City of Science is correct."

"Countless scientists were caught up in the war and were unable to carry out their own research smoothly."

“Here, we can give them a new possibility.”

“Perhaps one day in the future, this will be a scientific platform serving all mankind.”

Tagore's heart trembled when he heard this, and he carefully pondered the sentence: Serve all mankind.

What a broad mind!

Raman and Bose, who were standing by, were so shocked that they were shaking all over.

The purpose of their studying physics is to promote the scientific cause of their motherland.

However, compared with Professor Bruce in front of him, the gap in realm is too big.

The other person has the whole world in his heart.

Tagore sincerely admired:
"Bruce, you make me feel ashamed of myself."

“What a great ideal.”

Li Qiwei chuckled.

“I just did what I was supposed to do.”

Suddenly, he sighed again:

“The most incredible thing about this world is that it can be understood.”

"If humans fail to live up to this most incredible gift, then they are no different from animals."

“It is absolutely impossible for one person to study the truth of the universe alone.”

“Only by gathering the smartest minds of all mankind can we climb to the highest peak of science step by step.”

Everyone was shocked by Li Qiwei's ambition.

At this moment, he is like the sun in the sky, leading the light of the stars, illuminating the dark universe together, and bringing light and direction forward to mankind.

He Yujie, Qian Wushi and others were also very excited.

Although they knew that the City of Science was a cover for the Pangu Project.

But it itself is Li Qiwei's greatest wish.

Therefore, the entire Science City, from planning to construction, is filled with Li Qiwei's countless efforts.

When China takes off in the future, this place will be able to show its true appearance.

Tagore looked at Li Qivi with a kind look and a gentle smile.

Although he is nearly 20 years older than Li Qiwei, the two of them treat each other as equals.

In Li Qiwei, he seemed to see all the best qualities of human beings.

Asia is extremely lucky to have such a person.

In time, he will surely surpass all the great sages and philosophers of ancient and modern times.

At this time, Tagore said to Bose and Raman: "Perhaps you two will do scientific research here in the future."

"Do you have any questions for Professor Bruce?"

The two looked at each other, and finally the older Raman asked:
"Professor Bruce, based on my prediction of the construction progress, it will take at least three or four years before we can actually move in on a large scale."

"Until then, real scientific research will probably not be possible here."

“So in the meantime, do you have any additional plans to improve the level of science in Asia?”

Raman's question made everyone in the Indian delegation nod.

Obviously, India cannot take advantage of its proximity to the city to get the moon first for the time being, at least it has to wait until the city is built.

So how can we get the help of Professor Bruce before the construction is completed? After listening to the question, Li Qiwei said, "You came at the right time."

"If I had come a while earlier, I really wouldn't have thought of how to answer."

"But now, I can tell you."

Everyone was very curious, even He Yujie and others were no exception. They had no idea what Li Qiwei's plan was.

It seems that the principal just thought of it at the last minute and didn't have time to inform them.

Looking at everyone's expectant eyes, Li Qiwei said with a smile:

"If we were to choose the largest and most famous event in the world, I think it would be the Olympic Games."

“It’s a worldwide event.”

"On the playing field, athletes sweat and constantly challenge the limits of the human body."

“It was indeed an exciting and entertaining event.”

"Even now in Shanghai, China, the Far East Games are in full swing."

"But don't you feel a little regretful?"

Everyone was confused when they heard this.

Why did Professor Bruce mention the Olympics for no reason? What does it have to do with the City of Science?

"Is it possible that the City of Science will host the Olympics?"

"That's impossible. There isn't enough space."

At this time, Tagore asked, "Bruce, what are your regrets?"

Li Qiwei glanced at everyone and continued:

“Both the East and the West believe that human beings are composed of both spirit and body.”

“Since there are Olympic Games for physical competitions, why is there no similar competition for the spirit?”

Wow!
As soon as Li Qiwei finished speaking, many people's expressions changed instantly, and they seemed to understand.

He Yujie, in particular, guessed Li Qiwei's thoughts almost instantly.

"Principal, do you mean to hold an Olympic Games for the scientific community?"

Li Qiwei nodded with satisfaction and said with a smile:

"That's right. So far, there has not been an international competition in the scientific community."

“So why don’t we have an event like this?”

"On the one hand, it can enhance the influence of science, and on the other hand, it can cultivate more talents."

"I plan to hold a physics competition first. It will be called the International Physics Olympiad."

"As its name suggests, this is a global event, just like the Olympic Games."

“But the participants in the Physics Olympiad are a little different.”

“I have always believed that education is the foundation of a country.”

“The development of science and technology requires a constant influx of fresh blood.”

"But science is very difficult, and this alone discourages countless young people from pursuing it."

"Compared to science, people are more willing to learn practical subjects."

"If things go on like this, it will be very detrimental to the development of science."

"Therefore, how to improve young people's enthusiasm for science is a very important task."

"My initial assumption is that the Physics Olympiad will only be open to college students."

“Any student who has not graduated from college can participate in the competition.”

“I will personally establish generous awards and honors to attract college students from all over the world to participate.”

boom!
When Li Qiwei finished telling his plan, there was an immediate exclamation.

Even someone like Tagore who didn't understand science could understand the significance of this event.

Young people are always the future.

If even young people have no vitality, the world will eventually decay.

Tagore could already sense that this event would bring tremendous changes to the world.

The Olympic Games allow for full exchange of cultures from all over the world.

Then the Olympic competition in the scientific community will further promote the development of science.

"Bruce, your idea is really great."

“I’m thinking of organizing a literary competition.”

Li Qiwei joked: "Haha, that probably won't work."

"Whether physics is right or wrong, there is a standard answer."

"But there is no unified standard for judging literature, especially poetry."

"I think you, Tagore, are the only one who likes the poems I wrote. Others may disdain them."

Tagore laughed out loud.

"Who in this world dares to laugh at you, Bruce?"

Soon, the exchange ended in a cheerful atmosphere.

Tagore completed his task successfully, and all that was left was to return home and let the scientific community take over.

Bose and Raman were even more excited.

Although they are no longer eligible to participate in international Olympic competitions.

But from now on, they can cultivate outstanding young talents in the country.

The two knew very well that given Professor Bruce's current status in the scientific community, the competition he organized would definitely shock the world.

Moreover, this kind of international competition can better reflect the country's honor.

Raman said excitedly:
"If we in India can win first place in the competition, I can't imagine what a sensation it will cause in the country."

Bose also said: "This is simply a competition among geniuses from all over the world."

"I guess Professor Bruce will set the questions himself."

“It really makes my blood boil just thinking about it.”

"Now I wish I hadn't graduated from college."

The two looked at each other and smiled.

He Yujie and others also had red faces due to excitement.

They are determined to win the Physics Olympiad.

“It’s time to test the performance of Huangpu Polytechnic University.”

"If we don't get a good ranking in the competition, I will be ashamed of the principal's trust in me."

After Tagore and others left, Li Qiwei called He Yujie and others to discuss the details of the event.

He modified the International Olympiad to suit the times.

This competition, which only appeared decades later, later became the world's most well-known scientific competition, attracting countless students from all over the world.

However, the participants are limited to high school students, and college students are not allowed to participate.

Li Qiwei brought out the Olympics in advance, so of course he can't just copy and paste it.

Today's high school students cannot be compared with those in the future.

So, he changed the entry criteria.

On July 1915, 7, an announcement issued from Borneo instantly caused a sensation in the entire scientific community.

The world's leading scientist, the famous Professor Bruce, is going to host a global physics competition.

It is the Olympics of science.

The International Physics Olympiad makes a stunning debut!

(End of this chapter)