Even on the last day, no one was able to find a mistake in the theorem and proof.
It seemed like Lu Zhou had answered all of the questions.
Therefore, all of the doubts disappeared.
A twelve-man review committee organized by the International Mathematical Union gathered in a Jin Ling University conference room. They would give their final review of the paper.
Even though they did not represent the opinion of the entire mathematics community, they at least represented the opinion of the International Mathematical Union.
Shigefumi Mori stood up and spoke solemnly.
“Gentlemen, this is the first time we have faced such a major decision.
“I propose we decide on a vote.
“Let’s cast your votes.”
The votes were not anonymous.
If there was a single vote against the paper, the International Mathematical Union would seriously reconsider approving the paper.
The time quietly went by, and the minute hand on the wall clock had made two full rotations.
When everyone put down their vote and name on a piece of paper, the conference staff collected the votes.
The votes were tallied, and Professor Holden, the Secretary-General of the International Mathematical Union, was responsible for announcing the votes.
When the voting result was announced, Professor Shigefumi Mori was speechless.
After a while, he pushed his glasses up the bridge of his nose and spoke in a trembling tone.
“This is a moment that will be recorded in history.”
What the international mathematics community received wasn’t only the Grand Unified Theory.
But also the proof of the Grand Unified Theory!
This was the most significant day in the history of mathematics.
The work of the review committee was over.
A total of twelve reviewers was selected by the International Mathematical Union, two of which refrained from voting, while the remaining two voted unanimously.
This was the highest level of recognition from the mathematics community.
Not a single vote against the approval of the paper.
From this moment onward, the Grand Unified Theory would be formally accepted by the academic community.
Professor Holden, the Secretary-General of the International Mathematical Union, stood in the Jin Ling University conference hall as he solemnly announced the result to the scholars that came from all over the world.
The entire academic community went crazy…
…
The Grand Unified Theory report finally came to an end.
As reporters flocked to Jin Ling University from all over the world, scholars that came to participate in this report began to leave Jinling.
Professor Lu walked with Professor Deligne to the Jin Ling University gate.
He originally planned on sending Professor Deligne to the airport, but when Professor Deligne told Lu Zhou, he had already booked a taxi.
Professor Deligne looked at his former mentee with a look of approval.
He thought for a moment and spoke.
“I never could have imagined witnessing the Grothendieck’s standard conjectures being proved. But nevertheless, you have surprised me again.”
Lu Zhou smiled and spoke humbly.
“I’m honored to be able to surprise you.”
“I’m the one that’s honored.” Deligne patted Lu Zhou on the shoulder and gave him a look of encouragement. He said, “Congratulations, I wish you the best.
“The road to the future is long.”
Professor Deligne dragged his suitcase and walked toward the black Mercedes waiting for him.
Professor Faltings was watching this unfold nearby. Schultz hesitated for a moment before speaking to Faltings.
“Shouldn’t we bid farewell?”
“You can, but I’m not, I have to catch a flight,” Faltings said as he looked at his watch. He dragged his suitcase and began walking away.
Schultz shrugged and began waving goodbye at Lu Zhou.
Lu Zhou waved back as Schlutz got in the car and disappeared.
He was about to leave when he heard a voice behind him.
“Professor Lu! Wait a second!”
Lu Zhou paused for a second and turned around.
“Professor Carlson? What a coincidence, you’re here too?”
Professor Carlson said, “How could I miss such an important report… Jesus Christ, you didn’t even notice I was here, I’m heartbroken!”
Lu Zhou smiled awkwardly and asked, “What’s the hurry?”
“Actually… I might need something from you, I swear, it’s a good thing!”
Carlson sighed and cleared his throat. He then spoke in a solemn tone.
“Two months ago, we consulted the International Mathematical Union on the proof of Riemann’s hypothesis. Their opinion is that, you undoubtedly solved the problem of the century… You know, we have set up the Millennium Prize Problems prize, which is awarded by the Institut de France.”
Lu Zhou nodded.
“Okay, I’ll go collect the award when I have time.”
“Of course, if you don’t want to come, you can also donate it to…” Professor Carlson suddenly froze and said, “Wait what? What did you say?”
Lu Zhou gave him a strange look and spoke.
“I said I’ll go, why?”
Professor Carlson snapped back to reality and shook his head.
“Nothing… I’m just a bit surprised.”
“What’s so surprising.” Lu Zhou smiled as he shook his head. After a moment of silence, he said, “But that will depend on when I have time. Probably the beginning of next year, or the end of next year.”
If everything went according to plan, the Cadarache fusion power station in France would begin fusion power.
As China’s second nuclear core export to the international market, Lu Zhou most likely would take a visit.
Of course, that would also depend on if he was busy or not.
If he was too busy, he might ask someone else to visit the reactor for him.
If he wasn’t, he would most likely go in person.
After all, there was an important historic relic in France he had to collect.
Professor Carlson was ecstatic.
“No problem! Just give us one month’s notice!”
