The top student must be diligent.

Chapter 161 Invitation to the International Congress of Mathematicians

The following experiments basically have nothing to do with Xiao Yi.

After all, other people also have to play a role.

Basically, we look for the best environment based on the results of computational simulation, and then observe the FeSe single layer under superconductivity through continuous observation and statistics of various data.

I guess these experiments will take some time.

As a result, Xiao Yi and Guo Ding became the most idle people in the laboratory.

"Just get used to it. After all, that's what we do in computing. We just need to play a role at the critical moment."

Guo Ding didn't care about this at all. He just leaned back in his chair with a relaxed look on his face.

Xiao Yi could also see that Professor Guo was the type of person who would never be busy if he could just sit idle. Or to use his own words, he had worked so hard when he was young, and now he had to enjoy life while he was still young and strong before he reached 40.

"This is good, at least this is time that truly belongs to us." Guo Ding narrowed his eyes and said, "Anyway, scientific research is endless. We may not discover anything, or we may discover something, but in the end, our discoveries will definitely not involve the ultimate mystery of this world. We are still human beings, so we have to relax a little."

Listening to what the other party said, Xiao Yi felt that Professor Guo and Senior Brother Xu from this laboratory would definitely have a lot to discuss.

But...

He actually agreed with what Guo Ding said.

So he leaned back in his chair and enjoyed this moment of leisure.

However, at this moment, his mobile phone suddenly rang with a notification that a new email had been received.

He took out his cell phone and took a look. Who would send him an email at this time?

"Um……"

As soon as he opened it, he saw the subject of the email.

【Invite you to give a plenary speech at the 2022 International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM)】

The sender of the letter was none other than the International Mathematical Union.

"I go?"

He immediately sat up straight.

In other words, this letter is an invitation to give a speech at the International Congress of Mathematicians?

Before each International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM), invitations are sent to outstanding mathematicians from all over the world, hoping that these mathematicians can give speeches at the conference and share their research results or experiences.

In the mathematics community, being an invited speaker at the International Congress of Mathematicians is also a great honor, which represents the recognition of this mathematician by the international mathematics community.

Of course, as far as Xiao Yi’s achievements are concerned, it is no longer a question of whether the international mathematics community recognizes him, but whether he is willing to attend this conference.

But...

Xiao Yi thought about it and realized that this conference would be held next year, so he would take advantage of the opportunity to go abroad next year at this International Congress of Mathematicians.

Well, no problem.

Then he opened the email and read the content of it.

Dear Mr. Xiao,
Hope you are well.

On behalf of the Organizing Committee of the 2022 International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM), I cordially invite you to give a one-hour plenary lecture at the upcoming Congress, which will be held on July 2022, 7 in Saint Petersburg, Russia.

ICM is the most important event in mathematics, bringing together mathematicians from all over the world to discuss the latest research progress and promote cooperation in various mathematical fields. The plenary lectures are one of the highlights of the conference, and are given by outstanding mathematicians who have made important contributions in their respective research fields.

Your outstanding contributions and pioneering research in analytic number theory and algebraic geometry have had a profound impact on the mathematical community. We believe that your insights and achievements will provide valuable inspiration and knowledge to the participants of ICM 2022.

We will be happy to support your travel and accommodation expenses during the conference, so you don't have to worry about any financial issues.

Please confirm your acceptance of this invitation as soon as possible. If you have any questions or need further information, please feel free to contact...

Chairman of the Organizing Committee, Nova Iorevich. 】

After reading this email, Xiao Yi raised his eyebrows.

It was still a one-hour plenary speech.

But this is not unexpected.

The invited speakers at the International Congress of Mathematicians are also divided into two levels, namely one-hour plenary speeches and forty-five-minute invited reports. The former is a speech given in front of everyone, while the latter is a small report divided according to the professional field of the report.

In terms of form, it was basically the same as the joint mathematics conference that Xiao Yi had attended.

Of course, this meeting tradition is basically passed down from the International Congress of Mathematicians.

The one-hour plenary speech is naturally the most important and the highlight of every conference. Only truly outstanding mathematicians can get such an opportunity. Every four years, only about 4 mathematicians can have such an honor. Compared with the 20 to 150 200-minute speeches each time, the weight is obviously greater.

Historically, there have been only a few Chinese mathematicians who have been able to give a one-hour plenary speech at the International Congress of Mathematicians, especially from mainland China, with only two people, Tian Gang and Peng Ge.

In other words, Xiao Yi has now become the third person.

Well...of course it does not rule out the possibility that other Chinese mathematicians may be invited to give a one-hour speech this year.

After all, the International Mathematical Union has probably only just begun to announce the news, and it has not yet spread in the mathematical community.

However, it probably won't be long.

At this time, Guo Ding next to him noticed that Xiao Yi had been staring at his phone, and a surprised expression appeared on his face from time to time, so he asked: "What happened?"

"Oh, nothing." Xiao Yi said, "There is an academic conference and I was invited to give a report."

"What kind of academic conference was that? An ordinary academic conference shouldn't make you show that kind of expression, right?" Guo Ding smiled and said, "Let me guess, it should be a mathematics conference, the annual meeting of the Chinese Mathematical Society at the end of this year?"

"Well, that's not it. It's next year's meeting."

Xiao Yi showed the text message in his hand to Guo Ding.

Guo Ding was wondering, what kind of mathematics conference is this? It will be held next year, but they are sending out invitations now? Then he was stunned and asked in great surprise: "International Congress of Mathematicians?"

As an expert in computational physics, he is more or less a mathematician and certainly knows the top conferences in mathematics.

He even participated in it. After all, the International Congress of Mathematicians also has speeches and reports in the field of mathematical physics.

Xiao Yi actually received an invitation to this conference?
And it’s... a one-hour general report?
All of a sudden, he, who was originally full of the air of a salted fish, felt an indiscriminate attack from the kingly and domineering aura.

Blanch!
Although Xiao Yi today is as insignificant as him, it does not prevent him from being invited to the International Congress of Mathematicians!
Professor Guo's expression suddenly became resentful.
However, at this time, he actually saw Xiao Yi showing a troubled expression.
He couldn't hold it in any longer. "I mean, you're not satisfied with the invitation from the International Congress of Mathematicians? Why do you still have such an expression?"

Xiao Yi sighed and said, "I was just wondering what to say in the report then."

"After all, it's a one-hour report. It would feel a little inappropriate if I don't talk about something more important."

Guo Ding: “…”

What the hell is there to worry about?

You can talk about anything. It's a one-hour plenary report anyway, and the audience is all participants, including mathematicians from various fields, mathematics enthusiasts, students, etc. So even if what you talk about is not some important results, but just sharing some experience in learning mathematics, or something like that, it will be fine.

In fact, maybe because the person sharing the learning experience is a math genius like Xiao Yi, it could attract quite a few people.

Finally, he said quietly: "Why not prove a thousand-year math problem?"

Xiao Yi sighed: "I have thought about it, but I don't know where to start."

Guo Ding: “…”

Have you really thought about it, brother?

He didn't want to talk anymore.

At this moment, he just wanted to stay away from Xiao Yi.

And perhaps the goddess of luck responded to his call, and his cell phone rang.
He took one look at the caller and his eyes lit up, then he answered the call.

"Academician Tang, what can I do for you? Oh? Is it a project for your institute that requires computational simulation analysis? Okay, okay, I'll come right over... I have finished my work with Academician Pang for now. It's okay. I will explain it to Academician Pang. Okay, I'll be here in about an hour."

After hanging up the phone, Guo Ding let out a long sigh. Even if he couldn't be a lazy guy anymore, he had to get rid of Xiao Yi!
So he said to Xiao Yi with a smile: "Academician Tang from the Institute of High Energy Physics contacted me to help his research group, so I probably won't stay here next. If you encounter any problems in the future, just contact me. Of course, I don't think you need my help, haha."

Then he left, probably to talk to Academician Pang about this matter.

Xiao Yi looked at Guo Ding's quickened pace with a puzzled look on his face.

Ok?
Wasn’t Professor Guo just instilling a relaxed attitude towards life?
Why did it push suddenly?
……

After Guo Ding explained the matter to Academician Pang Cheng, Academician Pang Cheng naturally did not forbid him. After all, Guo Ding was also a researcher at the Institute of High Energy Physics, and the project there needed Guo Ding's help. Naturally, he had no reason not to let him go. After all, he was a senior researcher, not a graduate student who worked like a slave.

So afterwards, Xiao Yi became a human being again.

However, he was not idle every day. He also started to work in the laboratory, and also read relevant papers or observed the experimental data and results.

On the other hand, the list of invited speakers for the International Congress of Mathematicians was officially announced, which immediately caused a sensation in the mathematics community.

In a sense, this can also be seen as a large-scale award announcement.

There are only so many awards in the field of mathematics. Even though the number of people engaged in mathematical research in the world is relatively small, it is still difficult to satisfy their expectations for honors. Therefore, the honor of hundreds of invited speakers at each conference can be regarded as a recognition and encouragement for those scholars who have truly contributed.

After all, the mathematical community is also a kind of society, and according to Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory, the vast majority of mathematicians basically no longer need to worry about personal safety and food and clothing. Moreover, many scholars, as university professors, have already met their social needs, so what they need next is respect and recognition from others and society.

Undoubtedly, to receive such an invitation is itself a great recognition.

For a time, the entire mathematics community began to be filled with a joyful atmosphere.

Of course, among all the invited speakers, the most eye-catching ones are the one-hour speakers.

As people in the mathematics community noticed that Xiao Yi's name was among them, although they all knew that this was indeed reasonable, it was still incredible considering Xiao Yi's age.

The youngest one-hour plenary speaker in the history of the International Congress of Mathematicians.

Probably in the future, at least for a very long time, no one will be able to break this record.
Of course, this has sparked another discussion in the mathematics community: Should next year's Fields Medal be awarded to Xiao Yi?
In a poll conducted by a company on "Who do you think is most likely to receive the Fields Medal in 2022", Xiao Yi ranked first with 44% of the votes.

This has also sparked more discussion among people on the Internet.

[Elliott-Halberstam conjecture, twin prime conjecture, Goldbach conjecture, Etale algebraic variety automorphism theory, Xiao expansion... With so many achievements, you tell me that he can't win the Fields Medal? What a joke! ]

[Why is Xiao Yi's voting rate only 44%? What about the other 56%? Don't they have hands? ]

[Xiao Yi is too young. I think he can wait one or two more years before the award is given to him. He is still so young anyway.]

【Bullshit! The requirement for the Fields Medal is to be under 40 years old! What does this mean? This means that the Fields Medal itself is an award for geniuses, so it should not be delayed because the winner is too young! This will only dampen the enthusiasm of those geniuses!
Moreover, the younger the winner is, the happier it is for the Fields Medal. Why should there be any restrictions on this?

[You are right. I will listen to you.]

[That's right, Xiao Yi has already shown his extremely terrifying talent in mathematics, so it's time for the mathematics community to give him the award that best suits him! An 18-year-old Fields Medal winner, this will definitely become the most colorful chapter in the history of mathematics! ]

[I think the International Mathematical Union should delay awarding Xiao Yi this award for one more term. After all, after this term, several mathematicians who are capable of winning the Fields Medal will miss the opportunity for the rest of their lives.]

[No, mathematics does not need sympathy. They just need to feel sorry for themselves for being born at the wrong time and just happened to meet a genius like Xiao Yi. Moreover, Xiao Yi can only make one person lose the chance of winning the Fields Medal, so those who are not capable enough should just give up.]

【Mathematics needs no mercy! 】

……

Just like that, as the debate continued, Xiao Yi's vote rate on that website began to rise continuously, from the original 44% to directly exceeding 50%, and finally directly approaching 60%. It seemed that it would not be long before he broke through 60%. Compared with the second place's pitiful 9%, it was a complete crushing trend.

Now, even the International Mathematical Union probably doesn’t know what to do.

If they don't award Xiao Yi the Fields Medal, wouldn't they be directly going against the wishes of more than 60% of the people?

This will definitely have an impact on the authority of the International Mathematical Union.

Therefore, it seems that who will be the winner of the Fields Medal one year later has gradually been determined.

(End of this chapter)