From failed candidate to chief scientist

Chapter 209
Lin Mo's words were so inspiring that many scholars present fell into deep thought.

Lin Mo's words made them think a lot, and some people even had a flash of inspiration and couldn't wait to go back and record the inspiration in their minds.

However, at this moment, a questioning voice sounded.

"You also said that these are just conjectures, including your argument about the AdS/CFT conjecture. Isn't it also your conjecture? Where is the five-dimensional sphere in reality?"

This voice was so rude that all the scholars present couldn't help but look towards the voice.

Lin Mo also searched the video and saw an old man with silver hair standing up in the front row of the Stanford venue.

Lin Mo compared the list and thought about the old man's name in his mind - Sheldon Glashow.

A well-known theoretical physicist, academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and winner of the Nobel Prize in Physics. His main research fields are elementary particles and quantum field theory. He is known as the father of the "Standard Model of Particle Physics."

Of course, Sheldon Glashow also has a title that is well-known in academic circles, that is, the biggest opponent of string theory!
When Edward Witten saw Sheldon Glashow standing up, his heart suddenly thumped, and he secretly thought something was wrong. As an old enemy, Edward Witten naturally knew Sheldon Glashow quite well.

This is a vitriolic, persistent, unrelenting opponent.

Edward Witten, who was often quarreling with each other, could not get off the stage, which made Edward Witten itchy with hatred.

In fact, the initial conflict between the two was originally due to differences in academic concepts.

Sheldon Glashow is a staunch supporter of particle physics. He established the Standard Model of particle physics. String theory directly denies the existence of particles and believes that all particles are produced by tiny strings through different vibrations. of.

If string theory is accepted, it would directly deny the particle physics theory.

The direct opposition between the two theories put Sheldon Glashow and Edward Witten in completely opposite camps.

The grievances between the two began from this, and they have been fighting for many years. Today, the grievances between the two are not even limited to the academic field, but have expanded to all aspects. Anyone who Edward Witten supports, Sheldon Glashow will Against, and whatever Edward Witten opposed, Sheldon Glashow supported.

In short, just do it and you’re done!
Originally Sheldon Glashow didn't want to embarrass Lin Mo, but when he saw Edward Witten praising Lin Mo so much that even the founder of string theory came out, Sheldon Glashow couldn't stand it.

Especially seeing that Lin Mo's report gave important support to string theory, and Edward Witten had to add another general to his staff, how could he, a staunch opponent of string theory, endure it, so Sheldon Glashow Jumped out directly.

Lin Mo was also unlucky and suffered an unreasonable disaster.

"Professor Sheldon, you said that the five-dimensional space sphere I constructed is a conjecture. I disagree with this. If it is as you say, the Poincaré conjecture is also a conjecture?"

Lin Mo didn't panic. If you say I'm just imagining it, are you going to say that even the idea of ​​Poincaré is just imaginary?
"Topology is a method of mathematical research, if this is considered conjecture..."

Lin Mo didn't say any more, but the meaning was obvious.

Sheldon Glashow's face froze, knowing that he was so angry just now that he spoke uncontrollably.But he, a Nobel Prize winner and the highly respected father of the "Standard Model of Particle Physics", was actually contradicted by a young man in front of so many people. Did he, Sheldon Glashow, have no face?

"That's not what I mean. What I mean is that your argument is just a theoretical argument. It cannot be proved through experiments and cannot become an important basis and basis for string theory!"

Lin Mo shook his head in disappointment when he heard this.

He thought Sheldon Glashow would have some unique insights, but he didn't expect that he was just trying to make excuses and objecting for the sake of opposition. He didn't know how such a person could win the Nobel Prize.

"Professor Sheldon, the title of my report today said that what I was doing was a mathematical demonstration related to the AdS/CFT conjecture. I never said it was an experimental demonstration, and there was no mention of string theory. So, for your Forgive me for not agreeing with the accusation."

Sheldon Glashow wanted to speak, but was stopped by a friend who was familiar with him. Now it was a theoretical discussion. Lin Mo's argument was clear and concise, allowing people to find faults. Sheldon Glashow was obviously now He was so overwhelmed that he couldn't calm down and do theoretical research, so if he kept talking, the more he talked, the more wrong he became.

Friends rushed to stop Sheldon Glashow's wrong behavior.

Seeing Sheldon Glashow defeated, everyone in the string theory camp became excited.

Edward Witten put a smile on his face. He had been criticized by Sheldon Glashow so many times. This time he finally saw his old enemy defeated. How could he not be happy?
He is worthy of being my appointed vanguard general, his ability is so strong!

Edward Witten looked at Lin Mo with a look of relief.

Seeing that Sheldon Glashow, his nemesis, was being criticized, other string theory experts also stepped forward to add insult to injury.

Brian Green stood up. He did not ask a question, but thought that Lin Mo had extended an invitation.

"Lin, I know you have done a lot of research. Are you interested in working with me to compile your research into a popular science book, especially your argument about the AdS/CFT conjecture? This is what we It is the cornerstone and beacon of string theory. I think we can publish a book specifically introducing the basics of string theory, just like my book "Strings of the Universe". I believe it will be a global bestseller!"

After finishing speaking, Brian Green did not forget to cast a provocative glance at Sheldon Glashow over at the Stanford venue.

"Well, thank you Brian for your favor. We can discuss this after the meeting."

Lin Mo humbly expressed that he would look for opportunities to cooperate in the future.

In the face of Brian Greene's provocation, although the scholars in Sheldon Glashow's particle camp wanted to save face for Sheldon Glashow, Lin Mo's argument was indeed perfect and could not find any faults. If he forced himself to find trouble like Sheldon Glashow, it would only make the particle camp more embarrassed, so he had no choice but to give up.

Afterwards, several important figures in string theory, including Leonard Suskan, Kamran Wafa, Joseph Bochinsky, and Andrew Strumminger, also spoke one after another, expressing their support for Lin Mo. Appreciation and intention to cooperate.

Naturally, Lin Mo would not refuse the kindness shown by others, and promised that he would do it next time, and he would do it next time.

(End of this chapter)