From failed candidate to chief scientist

Chapter 185 Is this a repudiation?
"Don't worry, everyone. I have reached an agreement with Professor Jiang and the Mathematics Research Center of Dongshan University behind him. They will update this new and improved algorithm to Prime95. From now on, everyone can use the most efficient algorithm to perform Mersenne The search for prime numbers has enabled us to discover Mersenne primes faster and more Mersenne primes."

Curtis Cooper's words made most people shut their mouths. Since GIMPS officially recognized them, although they were unwilling, they didn't have much to say. As for the remaining small part, they were still stubborn. It doesn't work, it keeps yelling, it's cheating and so on, it's completely out of whack.

At the same time, some people are already eager to go back and update the Prime95 program, hoping to become the next discoverer of Mersenne prime numbers.

However, there are also good people who jumped out again.

"Professor Jiang, since your new algorithm is so powerful, why did you only discover 15 new Mersenne primes? Three days have passed since the latest Mersenne prime was announced. If your algorithm is really It’s so powerful, why haven’t you discovered any new Mersenne primes in the past three days? Does this mean that your algorithm still has flaws, and you can only discover these 15 Mersenne primes?”

"No, there is nothing wrong with our algorithm. The reason for this is that we closed the algorithm program and no longer invested in the search for Mersenne prime numbers."

In the face of difficulties, Jiang Fanjun remained unhurried and answered confidently and calmly.

"Humph, doesn't this just show that you are guilty? You are afraid that if you continue to run your so-called new program, you will not be able to discover new Mersenne prime numbers by then, which will greatly slow down the speed of your algorithm. So, admit it, your algorithm is not that good at all. Awesome, right?”

"No, you misunderstood. The reason why we closed our algorithm program is not because it doesn't work, but because it is far more powerful than what I just said. Therefore, in order to allow more people to join Come and share the joy of discovering new Mersenne primes. We stopped our algorithm and communicated with GIMPS officials as soon as possible. We want to update our algorithm to Prime95 so that more people can work together. Share our happiness.”

Jiang Fanjun's words were very beautiful, but in plain language, we are worried that we have found too many Mersenne primes, and you will not be able to bear this psychological blow. In order to save your respect, we have stopped the process.

"Professor Jiang, when you introduced your algorithm just now, you mentioned that your algorithm is an optimization based on the multiplication algorithm, which can greatly reduce the CPU usage during multiplication operations, reduce the computing power usage, and reduce the computing time. So can I understand that your algorithm is not strictly applicable to the calculation of Mersenne prime numbers, but can also be applied to the optimization of other similar algorithms that require a large number of multiplication and multiplication calculations?"

Jiang Fanjun's eyes lit up when he heard the following questions. Finally, someone came up with the idea. If no one asked, he planned to ask and answer it himself.

"My friend, you are very keen. I can answer you with certainty that your guess is correct. Our algorithm optimization is not strictly limited to Mersenne primes. It can also have more and broader applications. If there is any right If you are interested in our algorithm, you can contact me individually after the meeting. Our Algorithm Branch of the Mathematics Research Center of Dongshan University is happy to share our algorithm with you and contribute to the advancement of computational mathematics."

Jiang Fanjun's words made the people below feel moved in their hearts.

"Okay, GIMPS will release the newly updated Prime95 program later. Our new program should be called Prime2022."

Seeing that no one was jumping out, Curtis Cooper made the final concluding remarks of today's report meeting, ending today's report meeting.

"Okay, I announce that today's report will end here!"

After Curtis Cooper's words fell, the Mersenne prime enthusiasts below couldn't wait to leave, preparing to rush back immediately to download the latest Prime2022, hoping to be the first person to discover a new Mersenne prime number.

Of course, a few people stayed and surrounded Jiang Fanjun who came down from the stage. These people were interested in the optimization algorithm. They surrounded Jiang Fanjun and asked questions related to the algorithm.

Jiang Fanjun will naturally not refuse. These people are all future customers of the Algorithm Center, and Jiang Fanjun will naturally treat them well.

After communicating with a few people for a while, answering their questions one by one, and exchanging contact information with several people, they left with satisfaction.

"I'm sorry, Curtis, for keeping you waiting." Jiang Fanjun saw off several customers, and then he had time to talk to Curtis Cooper, who had been standing aside waiting.

"It's okay. Professor Jiang is willing to help us update the algorithm. It's okay if I wait a little longer."

Curtis Cooper asks for others, so his posture is naturally very low.

Jiang Fanjun smiled and said nothing more. He took out a USB flash drive and handed it to Curtis Cooper.

"Curtis, this is the Prime 2022 program that I updated overnight last night. You can update it on the official website of GIMPS, and you can use it with confidence."

Curtis Cooper was overjoyed when he heard this. He took the USB flash drive from Jiang Fanjun and held it in his hand like a treasure.

"Thank you, thank you so much, Professor Jiang. By the way, I also want to thank Teacher Lin Mo and the entire Dongshan University Mathematics Research Center. Thank you for your selflessness and your contribution to GIMPS."

"Curtis, you're welcome, who made us all fall in love with Mersenne primes?"

Jiang Fanjun replied with a smile.

"Yes, and thanks for our love of Mersenne primes!"

"With Professor Jiang, Teacher Lin Mo, and your Dongshan University Mathematics Research Center, we are no longer alone in the search for Mersenne prime numbers!"

"By the way, Mr. Jiang, are you interested in joining the management and operation of our GIMPS? Together, we will promote the development of GIMPS and make more and greater contributions to the discovery of Mersenne prime numbers!"

Curtis Cooper stared at Jiang Fanjun with burning eyes, trying to pull him into GIMPS.

Jiang Fanjun thought for a while and did not immediately answer Curtis Cooper's words, but asked a question.

"Curtis, before I answer your question, I would like to ask, when will GIMPS be able to cash out the prize money for the discovery of 15 new Mersenne prime numbers by our Dongshan University Mathematics Research Center?"

"Uh……"

Jiang Fanjun's words caught Curtis Cooper off guard, and when he reacted, his face was full of bitterness.

"Dear Ginger, how can love be measured in money? Our love for Mersenne primes is priceless!"

Jiang Fanjun narrowed his eyes slightly and stared at Curtis Cooper.

Is this to renege on a debt?
(End of this chapter)