In the Harvard University laboratory, the smell of disinfectant and the hum of the running instruments intertwined. The president of Caltech frowned, crossed his arms, and said loudly with a hint of annoyance in his tone: "Harvard has snatched many of our students over the years. This year's Cambridge City College Entrance Examination champion was originally full of yearning for Caltech and had submitted his information, but you intercepted him with just one phone call. This time, we are determined to get Addison Blythe!"
The president of Harvard University was not moved at all, his eyes were sharp, and he responded tit-for-tat: "It seems that you must compete with me today?"
"That's right! Talents like Addison, we at Caltech must not miss!" The president of Caltech responded firmly.
Upon hearing this, the president of Harvard University immediately put away his serious expression, turned to face Addison Blythe, smiled, and said kindly: "Addison Blythe, since you came to Harvard University, your talent in the laboratory is obvious to all. Even senior professors are amazed by the scientific research ideas you proposed. With your knowledge and ability, there is no need to follow the steps from undergraduate studies. After the start of school, you will directly enter the doctoral stage and enjoy the guidance of a dedicated team of mentors. This laboratory is equipped with the most advanced equipment and invests tens of millions of scientific research funds every year, all of which are yours to use. If you have new needs, please let the school know at any time, and we will build a new laboratory tailored for you. As for scholarships, Harvard can only give more than Caltech can give, with 1.5 million scholarships per year to ensure that you have no worries!"
"You... too much!" The president of Caltech was so angry that his face turned blue, and he took a step forward and questioned, "What conditions we put forward, you followed suit, isn't this deliberately making things difficult?"
Just as the two were deadlocked, the door of the laboratory was pushed open. Jackson from MIT Cambridge Admissions walked in. As soon as he entered the room, he was slightly startled by the tense atmosphere in the room. Soon, he locked his eyes on Addison Blythe in the crowd, stepped forward quickly, handed over a beautiful document, and said with a smile: "Student Addison Blythe, I have heard of you for a long time! I am Jackson from MIT. After the president learned of your achievements, he specially asked me to come. MIT has decided to hire you as a full professor in the School of Life Sciences, enjoying a tenured position. The school's newly built quantum biological laboratory has world-leading equipment and you can use it at will. In addition, we will also provide you with a luxury apartment on the Boston Bay with a private dock for your daily leisure."
"You, you, you... You MIT are too much!" The presidents of Caltech and Harvard University roared at the same time, their eyes wide open, staring at Jackson. They thought the conditions given were tempting enough, but they didn't expect MIT to directly hire Addison Blythe as a professor and provide such generous treatment, which caught them off guard.
After calming down, everyone had to admit that Addison Blythe was fully worthy of this treatment. Single-base gene editing technology, countless biology professors have spent their entire lives trying to overcome it, but he easily accomplished it. Now, he has successfully overcome AIDS, and next year's Nobel Prize is almost certain. What's more amazing is that he only took more than a month to do all this. Such a genius is rare in a century.
The president of Harvard University responded quickly, stepped forward immediately, and said sincerely: "Student Addison Blythe, Harvard has always attached great importance to talent training. We have decided to hire you as a full professor of the School of Life Sciences and provide you with an independent villa in Cambridge with a private garden. You can apply for the school's scientific research funds first, and there is no annual cap. In addition, we will also form an exclusive scientific research team for you, and the members are selected by you, and they are all top talents in various fields!"
Jackson almost couldn't stand when he heard it, and he secretly complained in his heart: Too much! This is simply copying the conditions of MIT, and it's even worse. No, I have to report to the president quickly. So, Jackson was helpless, took out his mobile phone, walked aside and contacted the principal urgently.
The president of Caltech was also dumbfounded, and panicked when he saw the rising competition chips. After thinking for a moment, he gritted his teeth and said, "Student Addison Bryce, we at Caltech have decided to hire you as the vice president of the School of Life Sciences to participate in the school's major decisions. The school's newly purchased space biology laboratory is open exclusively for your research. In addition, we will set up a special scientific research fund for you, 20 million per year, to fully support your scientific research work!"
Addison Bryce, who had been watching silently, felt that he had to express his attitude at this time. To be honest, becoming a professor at a top university and enjoying generous treatment is indeed very attractive to him. But he has already made plans for the future. Not only must he concentrate on research and turn bold ideas such as biological computers and star beasts into reality, but he must also take time to accompany his family and enjoy life.
So, Addison Blythe smiled and said, "Thank you for your kindness, but I would rather study and explore quietly as a student. During my time at Harvard University, I felt the strong academic atmosphere and the careful guidance of the teachers. This place is very suitable for me, and I am not considering going to other schools for the time being."
"No problem, if you want to study with peace of mind, Harvard will fully support you!" The president of Harvard University said with a smile, with a hint of imperceptible pride in his eyes.
Although the president of Caltech and Jackson were a little disappointed, they still congratulated Addison Blythe on conquering AIDS.
Dean Brown, who had been observing silently beside him, nodded with relief at this time. He was originally worried that Addison Blythe would lose himself at a young age. But now it seems that this young man has a calm mentality and clear goals.
Dean Brown smiled and said to Addison Bryce: "I was going to tell you after the experiment was completely successful, but your performance just now made me change my mind. If the experiment goes well, our Institute of Biology will collectively nominate you for the 'National Highest Science and Technology Award'. With your great achievements in conquering AIDS, as long as there are no accidents in the experiment, this award belongs to you."
"Hiss!" The president of Harvard University, the president of California Institute of Technology, Johnson and others all took a breath and looked at Addison Bryce.
The Highest Science and Technology Award is the highest honor in the American scientific community! The award was established in 2000 and is selected once a year. No more than two people are awarded each time. The highest official will personally sign and issue the honorary certificate, medal and 8 million yuan prize money. Those who can win this award are all top scientists who have made major breakthroughs in the forefront of contemporary science and technology and promoted the development of science and technology. In the past 20 years, only 33 people have won this honor, and its value is self-evident.
Now, Addison Bryce, who is only 18 years old, is likely to become the winner of this award. Even if the award is presented next year, he is only 19 years old. A 19-year-old winner of the highest science and technology award, this is beyond imagination!
Everyone suddenly thought that if nothing unexpected happens, Addison Blythe will win the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine next year. These two things combined, everyone was speechless and couldn't help but take a deep breath.
Addison Blythe was also overwhelmed and could not calm down. Thinking of the scene where he would receive the medal certificate at the Capitol, he was very excited. At the same time, he also felt that he had a heavy responsibility on his shoulders. He secretly swore in his heart: I will represent the United States and lead the development of global biotechnology! This is the responsibility I have to bear!