But to fully understand new knowledge often proves to be beyond our grasp.
It has nothing to do with ability, but is a sadness inherent to human beings.
The decline of brain function is irreversible.
After the age of 40, one may still be able to maintain vigorous energy and a thirst for knowledge, but whether it is mory, imagination, or comprehension, decline is inevitable, and it's not linear—it's exponential.
Beyond 60, learning a complete and abstract theory is not impossible, but to delve deeply into research becos too difficult.
Not to ntion Elder Qiu is already in his seventies.
Reluctance to accept aging is a comndable spirit, but natural laws ultimately cannot be resisted.
Thus, a heart full of conflicts eventually gave way to the sentint, "This Xu is not bad, although not as good as Qiao Ze. Of course, at the mont, it seems no one can surpass him."
"Right, you must have also read Qiao Ze's paper on the proof of the conjecture, haven't you? What do you think? Do you think his proof will be recognized?"
"I am a student of Mr. Chen, not a student of Mr. Hua. Although the two elders were close friends, their research directions were quite different. If Qiao Ze's paper involved partial derivatives and differential geotry, I might dare to comnt, but the domain of pure analytic number theory is not my strong suit.
Speaking of this, I have sothing else to say. If it weren't for the harsh suppression of Hua's disciples following his death, resulting in the current scarcity of qualified experts to evaluate Qiao Ze's achievent in our country, wouldn't it?"
After Wang and Chen passed away, there were even so who brazenly propagated the futility of number theory, leading to the current sentint that researching conjectures of this sort is pointless. Now that Qiao Ze has proven it, what are these people going to say?"
In any case, I am inclined to believe Qiao Ze is correct. I'm waiting for him to hold a presentation, I hope to be there in person to see and listen to what people say, and to observe the faces of so. I'm ready to dig out past statents of certain individuals and write an article."
Elder Qiu said indignantly.
Elder Qian gave a bitter smile, a casual remark once again stirring this resolutely justice-seeking titan.
"Elder Qiu, let it go! That young man has clearly demonstrated no desire to get involved in past controversies. So many years have passed, there's no need for you to hold on to them. It's better to just watch and see what our Huaxia's younger generation can achieve."
Moreover, Qiao Ze's proof of the conjecture was probably just done as a matter of course. He's now shouldering quite a heavy burden. Not only in the academic field, but he has also volunteered to head the undersea exploration project, which has now entered a crucial phase and is included in the key research projects of the 973 Program."
At this ti, let's not add any trouble for the kid. I actually ca today to discuss sothing with you. I am planning to nominate Qiao Ze as a chief scientist for the 973 Program. However, Qiao Ze is quite young, and he is not very sociable by nature. Once proposed, I fear so might take offense."
So, us old folks need to exert our influence to minimize controversy over this matter. Let's settle it within a smaller circle first, to avoid ssy issues later which might cause unnecessary gossip. We may not mind these things, but young people are hot-tempered and have sharp ears; there's a fear they might hold a grudge."
Upon hearing this, Elder Qiu sighed and said, "I should have known you didn't co to without a reason, but I have no objection. Indeed, that's a problem, young people can't stand flaws, and so can't stand to see others succeed, which certainly calls for vigilance. Ah, you're thinking more thoroughly indeed."
"Haha, then I thank Elder Qiu for your understanding. There's no ticulousness to speak of, just hoping to use whatever influence we, the old guard, still possess to clear the path for young people. Having soone like Qiao Ze born in Huaxia is a stroke of national fortune. Missing out on him, I fear there may not be another chance."
"Hold on, you went to Yanbei first, right? You steadied them before coming here? Ah... you've really gone to a lot of effort."
"Haha, don't trouble yourself over these details. I'll repeat what I've always said, let's not carry the old generation's grievances to the next. And now, Xilin has already established its own school; the dean of Xilin University of Technology has already made it clear that the Xilin School aims to beco a world mathematical center. After all the competition throughout our lives, isn't it the newcors who end up prevailing?"
"If you ask , let's stop the squabbling. In a few years, the Xilin School will take the lead. Squabbling over who cos second—what's the point? When I was at Yanbei, I told them plainly, 'If you have the capability, compete with Xilin for the title of the world's mathematical center. What's the point of internal bickering, right?'"
Elder Qiu remained silent.
Upon reflection, it really seed pointless.
Although Qiao Ze wouldn't co to Huaqing, neither did he pay any attention to Yanbei.
Moreover, he had heard that Director Zhang of Yanbei had personally invited Qiao Ze before he beca famous and had been rebuffed. Reportedly, his phone calls were even straight up blocked by Qiao Ze.
The recent cooperation between Xilin University of Technology and Yanbei had been primarily driven by the presidents of the two schools.
Qiao Ze probably wouldn't care about such matters.
In other words, the things he valued were likely completely off the radar for others.
Indeed, I've gotten old.
When I was young, I too was focused solely on academics.
At this thought, the old man let out a long sigh and said, "Ah, Elder Qian, say no more. You're right, our generation's mission is nearly complete. If we can just pave the way for the young, that would be enough. What cos next is up to them to forge their own path."
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