Surgery Godfather-Chapter 1985 - 1347: Nomination for Academician

Yang Ping continued his daily work, spending most of his time doing scientific research in the laboratory, occasionally performing surgeries as the chief surgeon.

The laboratory and clinical ward of the Sanbo Research Institute welcomed a new batch of young doctors, and the team gradually expanded.

Doctor Li Min completed his further studies and would soon return to Guandu Town Hospital in Nanqiao County. The elderly director was waiting for him to take over, as he was getting old and could no longer hold on. This time, the elderly director felt very pleased that the young man he sent for further study did not resign.

Head Nurse Cai was pregnant, and Xia Shu and Head Nurse Cai were preparing for their wedding. Xia Shu would also be leaving the Sanbo Research Institute to join the Cardiac Surgery Department at Sanbo Hospital, where he would work with Li Zehui, who returned from the United States, to build a world-class cardiac surgery department.

An important meeting concerning the future academic reputation of Nandu Medical University was quietly taking place in a small meeting room of the administration building. Attendees included the president, the vice-president in charge of human resources and scientific research, other vice-deans, and several highly respected academicians from the academic community, including Academician Xiang.

"...Based on the above situation," President Su Qingyun gently pushed a thick stack of documents to the center of the meeting table, speaking solemnly, "I believe it is time to initiate the process to nominate Professor Yang Ping for Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Academy of Engineering."

There was a moment of silence in the meeting room, followed by subdued voices of agreement.

Su Qingyun adjusted his glasses, his voice filled with emotion: "Yang Ping grew up under our watch, from an attending doctor at Sanbo Hospital, to independently leading a team, and then to the Nobel Prize twice... Every step he took was solid and astonishing. The Spatial Orientation Gene Theory, the System Regulation Theory, they are not just theoretical breakthroughs; they are practically changing clinical practice and saving lives. His academic contributions, international influence, and practical value to the country and society fully meet, even exceed, the standards of an academician."

"What about the age?" a more cautious academician asked, "He’s only in his early thirties. Even though there’s no age limit for the nomination of academicians in the two academies, at such a young age..."

"Precisely because of his youth, it better showcases our country’s vitality and breakthrough capabilities in the frontier fields of medicine." The vice-president in charge of scientific research replied, his spread-out papers listing the recent achievements of Yang Ping’s team, "Look at these: ’Nature,’ ’Science,’ ’Cell,’ and ’New England Journal of Medicine,’ ’The Lancet,’ dozens of heavyweight papers, it’s as if these journals are published by him. Besides, he founded the international top-tier journal ’Medical,’ not to mention the Nobel Prize twice. These hard achievements would establish any senior scientist at the top of the global academic field. Yang Ping not only achieved this, but he also explored a new field. Youth is not a weakness; it’s a footnote to a legend."

"I agree." Academician Xiang slowly spoke, he is a senior member of the Clinical Medicine Department, "The selection of academicians ultimately looks at contributions. Yang Ping’s contributions are pioneering, systematic, and have already generated significant international influence and practical benefits. We should not be restricted by qualification but should courageously pave the way for truly top-notch talent. This is not only a recognition of Yang Ping as an individual, but also a display to the international academic community of our determination and courage in encouraging original innovation and promoting talent beyond the norm."

President Su Qingyun looked around and saw no objections, then concluded: "It seems everyone is in agreement. Then, we will formally establish the ’Yang Ping Academician Nomination Task Force,’ led by me, with the Medical School and Human Resources Office specifically responsible, and immediately start preparing materials. The nomination path is set for the Life Sciences and Medicine Division of the Academy of Sciences, and the ’Pharmaceutical and Health Division’ of the Academy of Engineering, advancing on dual fronts. The materials must be solid, comprehensive, and highlight his theoretical originality, technical breakthroughs, and social public welfare. This is not only an honor for Nandu Medical University but also a grand event for the Chinese medical community."

"Advancing on dual fronts and simultaneously nominating for academicians in both academies, wouldn’t that be too aggressive?" one academician expressed concern.

Academician Xiang immediately intervened: "No, it’s not aggressive at all, Professor Yang Ping’s academic achievements fully justify it."

The academician who had just expressed concerns nodded and said no more.

The news spread quietly like the wind across Nandu Medical University, Sanbo Hospital, and the Sanbo Research Institute. Although there was no formal announcement, insiders quickly became aware of the matter. The reactions were varied, but overall positive. The vast majority of teachers, students, and researchers felt honored, as after all, participating in or witnessing the potential birth of the youngest academician in history was itself an encouragement.

Of course, there were also extremely faint murmurs circulating in some very private settings: "Isn’t it too fast?" "The Nobel Prize is certainly dazzling, but domestic academician selection requires consideration of more than just academic achievements..." "So young, with limited qualifications, can he convince others?" But these voices seemed weak in the face of Yang Ping’s thriving academic reputation and outstanding achievements, and they didn’t even dare to express themselves publicly.

Yang Ping himself learned about the matter from a phone call personally made by Professor Su. During the call, Professor Su spoke earnestly, conveying the school’s decision and expectations.

"Yang Ping, this is a decision made by the school after careful consideration. Your achievements are seen by the country and the people. Being an academician is the highest honor for science and technology workers in China, and it’s also a heavy responsibility. I hope you understand and support the school’s work, and also make the necessary preparations in advance."

Yang Ping held the phone and was silent for a moment. The title of academician, once a distant honor, was suddenly placed before him at this moment. He felt no great emotional upheaval, neither ecstasy nor trepidation, rather, a sense of rational acceptance.