1900: A physics genius wandering around Europe

Chapter 374 Li Qiwei wins the Nobel Prize again! The name of the saint spreads throughout the world!
After the conference of the Chinese Science Society ended, Li Qiwei stayed in Shanghai for half a month.

During this period, he interacted with people from all walks of life in the country to discuss the future of the nation and the rise of the country.

At the same time, a new cultural movement was in full swing.

Li Qiwei's acquaintances, including Zhou Yucai, Li Leting and others, all joined in.

This anti-traditional and anti-classical Chinese movement caused a huge stir in the domestic literary and art circles.

Under Li Qiwei's instructions, the Chinese Science Society also published a public statement declaring its firm support for the New Culture Movement.

Switching to vernacular Chinese will be more conducive to the dissemination of science and technology in the country.

The Chinese Science Society immediately caused a huge sensation.

It was at this moment that people discovered that the president of this scientific organization that was established quietly was actually the famous Professor Li Qiwei.

Everyone is curious about the Science Club.

The simultaneous explosion of two major fields, literature and science, foreshadows a great change in China.

After discussing with Ren Hongjun and others, Li Qiwei decided to open the honorary membership system of the Chinese Science Society.

That is, any celebrity in non-scientific fields has the opportunity to receive an invitation from the Chinese Science Society and become an honorary member.

Honorary members do not need to participate in the specific work of the science society, but they should exert their respective influence to expand the social network and resources for the society.

In this way, a win-win situation can be achieved.

Soon, several bigwigs joined in, adding new vitality to the science society.

After seeing that the Chinese Science Society was moving forward steadily and getting on the right track, Li Qiwei finally felt relieved.

He can leave the next matters to Ren Hongjun and others.

On October 1915, 10, Li Qiwei boarded a ship heading south to Guangzhou.

He wanted to visit his hometown in Guangzhou before returning to Borneo.

Moreover, the Chinese delegation to the first International Physics Olympiad studied at Guangdong University.

Although Li Qiwei enforces the law impartially and remains neutral, it does not mean that he cannot visit and encourage these students.

When the ship docked for supplies halfway, Li Qiwei saw the latest news about this year's Nobel Prize in the newspaper.

Although the war in Europe brought severe disasters to various countries, Sweden, which was located in a remote corner, maintained strict neutrality.

In such a difficult environment, the annual Nobel Prize selection continues.

Li Qiwei looked through the information in the newspaper, which was a popular science newspaper published by the Science Society.

Nowadays, it is sold in almost all major cities along the coast of China.

Of course, in terms of sales, it cannot be compared with major newspapers like Shenbao.

There's no way. You can't serialize novels and jokes in popular science newspapers.

Therefore, the main audience of the Science Society’s newspaper is still the elites and progressive people.

Today is the latest issue, which records in detail the latest news about this Nobel Prize.

Originally, Li Qiwei had not planned to take a closer look, as it should not be much different from what he remembered.

However, when he finished reading it, the expression on his face was extremely shocked.

“I actually won a prize?”

The headlines showed the following:

1915 Nobel Prize in Physics: Henry Bragg and Lawrence Bragg (father and son).

The reason for the award is: Research on crystal structure using X-rays.

1915 Nobel Prize in Chemistry: Wilstedt

Reason for the award: Research on chlorophyll.

1915 Nobel Prize in Literature: Romain Rolland.

The reason for the award is: the noble ideals in his literary works and his sympathy and love of truth in portraying various types of characters.

The above are the awards that happened in real history.

However, at this moment, the Peace Prize, which was originally vacant and not awarded this year, is now on the list.

1915 Nobel Peace Prize: Bruce Lee!

The reason for the award is: extensive humanitarian work during the war.

Wow!
At this moment, even Li Qiwei was no longer calm.

I didn't expect that my previous behavior would impress the Nobel Prize Committee.

He had never thought about it in this way before.

At his level, the so-called Nobel Prize is just the icing on the cake.

Even if he gets several more, it will only enhance his legendary status.

Ordinary people would find it pretty cool.

But in the field of science, the bigwigs will only sigh: The Nobel Prize is just riding on Professor Bruce's fame.

Of course, winning a Nobel Prize is always a good thing.

However, Li Qiwei suddenly thought, why did he not receive any advance notification from the Swedish side?

According to past practice, the winner is the first to know the winning information.

It would be impossible like it is now, where I have to find out that I have won the award from the newspaper.

It seems that the war did have a great impact on the Nobel Prize.

It is estimated that the list will be announced directly this time.

It's understandable. It's wartime now and it's not easy to find someone.

Moreover, telegraph services were regulated in many places.

Even if Sweden wanted to inform me, it was powerless.

So we just announced it directly, which can be regarded as a special case.

At this time, Wang Zhengyang ran over excitedly and laughed loudly:

"Principal, you have won another Nobel Prize."

Huo Xiuting was also very happy. He could understand this kind of non-scientific award.

"Master, you are so amazing."

Li Qiwei waved his hands and said with emotion: "Ah, I would rather not have won this award."

"Peace Prize, Peace Prize, that means it has something to do with war."

"I hope this award will never be given."

"That means the world will always be at peace."

Li Qiwei's deep voice made Wang Zhengyang and Huo Xiuting admire him.

They felt a great love from the bottom of their hearts.

The man in front of me has a heart as broad as the ocean outside.

However, although Li Qiwei did not care, this year's Nobel Prize still caused a sensation internationally.

Because almost all the winners of this award are hot topics.

First is the Nobel Prize in Physics held by the Bragg father and son.

Father and son were awarded the Nobel Prize at the same time, which is absolutely a unique case among the Nobel Prizes that have been awarded for more than a dozen years.

For a time, the fame of the Prague father and son was at its peak.

Because this incident is so legendary.

But soon, some people began to question this.

"Tsk tsk, why do I feel like old Prague brought his son along on purpose?"

"Little Bragg is only 25 years old this year. He should be the youngest Nobel Prize winner besides Professor Bruce."

"It's a pity that I don't have a professor dad."

Faced with such doubts, the Prague father and son did not come forward to clarify.

Today, Bragg is a professor of physics at University College London.

In addition, he also secretly served the British government and participated in research on submarine detection.

German submarines posed a huge threat to the British Navy.

This elusive underwater weapon caused the Allied Navy a lot of trouble.

So, the UK is trying to develop technology that can detect submarines remotely.

A large number of domestic scientists, including Rutherford and Old Prague, were invited to participate in the research and development.

Therefore, the elder Bragg only has his eyes on military work now, and has no time to explain the Nobel Prize. As for the younger Bragg, he is currently a lecturer at Cambridge University.

Although he won the Nobel Prize, he was still a junior in the field of physics.

It's impossible for him to be the first to start a fight without his father saying anything.

Thomson found him and said, "Don't think too much about it. Those are just rumors made up by people who don't understand physics."

"Even Professor Bruce praised you for your talent."

“You have to be confident.”

"Do you think an ordinary person could achieve the same success as Bohr?"

Only then did little Prague untie the knot in his heart.

Bohr's achievements were almost all completed under the guidance of Professor Bruce.

But young Bragg thought to himself that if it were him, even with guidance, he would not be able to come up with such an incredible quantum model theory.

Therefore, personal ability is always the most critical.

But after all, he was so young and suddenly received such an honor. It would be a lie to say that he didn't care about the doubts.

At this time, mentor Thomson was like a wise elder, enlightening him and helping him to recognize himself.

"What is my achievement compared to Professor Bruce?"

"If I have to explain even this little doubt myself, it would be an insult to physics."

Yes, in the eyes of little Prague, the achievements of him and his father are at most in the third tier.

It is far from comparable to relativity and quantum theory.

Therefore, little Prague kept calm.

He wanted to devote all his energy to physics research.

Only real and genuine results are the best weapon to respond to doubts.

The second topic is Romain Rolland.

During the war, this great writer published many articles criticizing the war.

He even used harsh words and offended his compatriots.

Many French people hated Romain Rolland and called him a traitor to the country.

But now, the other party has won the Nobel Prize in Literature.

This moment was very awkward.

Nowadays, which country doesn’t treat its Nobel Prize winners as treasures?

That’s huge prestige and influence.

It plays an important role in enhancing the country's soft power.

However, even such a big shot was scolded by his own people before, and he even dared not go back home.

For a moment, everyone thought of the Madame Curie incident.

The Nobel Prize is indeed a powerful weapon for public opinion.

Whatever happens, its momentum will be weakened by three points.

Moreover, it can also be seen from this that Sweden takes the Nobel Prize seriously.

Their evaluation of Romain Rolland's award was purely literary and did not mention his views on the war at all.

This is the real way to deal with things objectively.

It also reflects the professionalism and authority of the Nobel Prize.

As for the third topic person, it must be Li Qiwei.

This year's Peace Prize was both unexpected and reasonable.

After the outbreak of war in Europe, Ridgway made a series of efforts to call for peace.

He first persuaded the German government to release Eddington and his group.

Then, he published a "Letter to Scientists Around the World", becoming the first scientist to speak out.

Use his unparalleled influence to make people look at the war soberly.

Later, he published his stunning work "Bugs".

With the promotion of Wells and others, "The Bug" became a representative work of anti-war propaganda and became popular all over the world.

Finally, Li Qiwei donated all the copyright income of "Bugs".

The original estimate was 5 pounds, but now, after statistics, it is almost close to 10 pounds.

These good deeds made everyone in Europe believe from the bottom of their hearts that Professor Bruce deserved the Peace Prize.

At the General Assembly of the International Committee of the Red Cross, Geneva, Switzerland.

The current president, Gustav, said passionately:

"Professor Bruce Lee's winning of this year's Peace Prize is a great encouragement to the cause of world peace."

“He is not a politician, a founder or member of a peace organization, or a jurist, lawyer, etc.”

"But he still contributes his strength to the cause of peace without reservation."

"And he's Asian."

“This shows that peace is the responsibility of everyone in the world.”

"No matter what his nationality or occupation is."

"Even Professor Bruce's country was once invaded by European countries."

"Even so, Professor Bruce did not hold a grudge."

"Because in his eyes, people who start wars and people who are harmed by wars are two different kinds of people."

“The former needs our condemnation, while the latter needs our protection.”

“Professor Bruce is not only a great scientist, but also a wise man full of love.”

"To show my respect to Professor Bruce, I have submitted an application to the conference."

“We hope to establish a representative office of the International Committee of the Red Cross in China.”

"There is an old Chinese saying: give back what you have received."

“I hope that all the kindness in the world should be responded to with kindness.”

Wow!
The hundreds of people in the audience erupted in thunderous applause, which seemed to dispel the shadow of war.

Soon, all major newspapers reprinted President Gustav's speech.

Li Qiwei's name once again resounded throughout the world.

This time, everyone even forgot that Professor Bruce already had two Nobel Prizes.

Because the significance of the Peace Prize has long surpassed the award itself.

When the news spread within China, it caused another sensation.

Ministers and consuls from European countries in China expressed their gratitude and congratulations to the government.

They praised Professor Ridgwell for winning the Peace Prize, saying it was a reflection of China's open-minded spirit.

China is actively integrating into the international community.

Old Yuan even publicly told reporters from various countries that he saw that Li Qiwei was extraordinary when he first met him.

The two had a lot of exchanges and discussions about the future of the country.

"I miss Professor Ridgway so much."

At the same time, the news that Li Qiwei founded the Chinese Science Society spread quickly and became widely known.

The goals and objectives of the Chinese Science Society are admired and respected by countless people.

This is Li Qiwei leading a group of passionate young people, trying to change the world of China's scientific undertakings.

Coupled with the fact that he had previously donated 300 million taels to domestic education, everyone was amazed:

"Professor Li is truly a saint."

It was against this backdrop of national cheers that Li Qiwei finally arrived in Guangzhou.

Although he tried his best to keep a low profile, he was still warmly welcomed by bigwigs from all walks of life in Guangdong Province.

This is a person whose fame even surpasses that of the President.

No Chinese person can match the other party's international influence.

Guangzhou is Professor Li Qiwei’s hometown and the beginning of his career.

(End of this chapter)