Chapter 99: Scientific research is also about human relations
"No need for that. I want to stay in university and do scientific research. As long as I have enough money to spend, that's all."
Xu You is very satisfied with his family financial situation. Although he is not rich, it is at least much better than many families.
They buy learning materials worth thousands of dollars without blinking an eye.
As for higher-level demands, people like Luo Wenkun pursue luxury cars, luxury goods and the like.
Xu You felt it was meaningless.
Although money is indispensable, Xu You will not use his knowledge mainly on how to make money.
"Okay, I knew you would answer like that. To be honest, you are the smartest person I have ever met, and you are the most dedicated to learning. But I still want to advise you that scientific research is not just about doing various studies in the laboratory, but also about the human relationships. The academic circle is not as pure as you think, and the water here is much deeper than you think."
Hearing what Luo Wenkun said, Xu You frowned slightly.
Xu You naturally would not easily accept Luo Wenkun's point of view.
"You may think, I am just a freshman like you, how can I know what the academic circle is like. In fact, I have never experienced it myself, but my father has dealt with too many professors. The professors I used to think of were all people who wore glasses and only did research. But in fact, those with outstanding scientific research results not only have strong scientific research capabilities, but also often have a wide network of contacts and can even drink a lot. It is not convenient for me to go into details. If you think it is not the case, just treat it as a joke."
After listening to Luo Wenkun's explanation, Xu You felt that what Luo Wenkun said did make sense.
To put it bluntly, scientific research is just one of many jobs.
The academic circle may not be as grand and prestigious as one imagines.
Xu You recalled that when he was young, Xu Zhou would often come home drunk and shout that it was all for work.
Xu Zhou was not a big drinker. When he was at home, he would only open a bottle or two of beer and have a sip when he was particularly happy.
Presumably, Xu Zhou often drank outside out of helplessness.
"Okay, there's no need to be so serious. A genius like you will most likely be praised by the professors. I just suggest that you be more careful in everything, so as not to be cheated without knowing it. And don't worry too much, the school will definitely protect you. If you really need my help in the future, I will definitely not stand idly by."
"So, I have something to ask of you now."
Luo Wenkun was delighted when he heard this.
Being able to help a great person like Xu You is a joy .
"Well, tell me. As long as I can do it, I will definitely help you with all my strength."
"There was a sports car in school today. The engine noise was very loud, which seriously affected the school's learning environment. Can I never see this car again?"
Luo Wenkun: “…”
Luo Wenkun spread his hands helplessly, but he could only agree to Xu You's request.
"Okay, I promise I won't bring this car in again. Tell me, Xu You, what kind of car do you like? Something low-key? A BMW? Or a Mercedes-Benz?"
"I think bicycles are good. They are low-carbon, environmentally friendly, and can help you exercise. They are more convenient than cars on campus."
"Okay, then I'll ride a bicycle from now on, and I'll give you one too."
"No, I can afford it myself."
…
There has been no change in the review information from Nature, but there is good news from Xu Zhou.
The preparation of the first batch of iron atom clusters has been completed.
Xu You can finally start a new phase of experiments.
With the latest samples, Xu You came to the condensed matter laboratory again.
When he saw Xu You, Yuan Dong couldn't help but tremble.
Who is Xu You?
On the surface, he is just a freshman.
However, he has academic abilities that are more terrifying than those of many professors.
"Why... there is a new topic?"
"Yes, Senior, I am here to measure resistance again."
Thinking of the series of results Xu You had measured before, Yuan Dong couldn't help but be shocked by Xu You's strong academic aura.
"Hasn't the previous paper been reviewed yet? Why are you starting a new project?"
Xu You was also confused when he heard this.
“Is there any necessary connection between not completing the review of the previous paper and whether or not you can start a new project?”
"It seems...there is really no necessary connection."
For ordinary graduate students, being able to complete a project well is already good enough.
After submitting the paper, you just have to wait for the review results to see whether it is rejected or needs to be revised.
I would never consider starting a new project.
Xu You didn't talk much with Yuan Dong, but quickly started his own experiment.
With the experience from the last time, Xu You conducted this experiment more smoothly.
Xu You did not have too many expectations for the experimental results, but he took every measurement seriously.
Just like last time, the first few groups of iron atom clusters did not produce the desired results.
But when the number of atoms in the iron atom cluster is large enough, the wonderful phenomenon of increasing superconducting critical temperature appears again.
This time, Xu You was not too excited like last time, but continued to complete the measurement of all data calmly.
After half a day of experiments, Yuan Dong and Xu You temporarily stopped the experiments.
"So, have you discovered a new superconductor this time?"
Yuan Dong saw that Xu You's expression was rather calm today, and felt that Xu You would not have any major breakthroughs this time.
If Xu You could measure a bunch of meaningless data like himself, Yuan Dong would at least feel more balanced.
"Well, we found three more."
"We found three more... three more?"
Xu You nodded solemnly, indicating that he was not joking.
"No... In your opinion, superconductors are like hair, you can grab a handful of them? I have been doing experiments for a year and a half, but I haven't found a new superconductor. I can only test the ones that others have done in their papers. People... forget it, I don't deserve to be a researcher."
"Senior, don't be discouraged. Failure is the mother of success. The road to scientific research is rarely smooth sailing. Work hard and be strong. I believe you will discover a new superconductor one day."
Although every word Xu You said was full of positive energy.
But Yuan Dong always felt that these words had a kind of soothing effect from humans to dogs.
"Junior, if you have time, please give me some pointers on the direction of my research. I heard that Zhao Weijia's doctoral dissertation was based on the important direction you pointed out. How about you also take a look at my research and give me some pointers?"
"I have a rough idea of your topic. There is really no good direction. The only thing you can do is to measure more data. If measuring resistance alone doesn't work, you can add a magnetic field to measure resistance, lower the temperature to measure resistance, add gate regulation to measure resistance, and add pressure to measure resistance. If it really doesn't work, change a material and continue measuring resistance."
Yuan Dong thought to himself, isn’t this exactly what he said at the beginning?
At this time, Qiao Sen suddenly walked in from outside.
"Xu You, Nature just responded to the message."
