The results from Professor Li Hongwei's research are extremely valuable, and may even alter the landscape of biomedical science; this goes without saying.

In terms of biosecurity, a top-tier biologist like Professor Li Hongwei plays a role that is beyond the imagination of the average person.

Such a figure seldom publicly praises a young individual like Zhao Heng, as he has done more than once. This has sparked great interest among many in the field of biological sciences regarding Zhao Heng.

"Xiao Zhao still has a long journey ahead, and some shortcomings. Such praise may be a bit excessive for him at this point,"

Upon hearing this, Liu Shangming slightly frowned. Although Zhao Heng's technical skills are up to par, he still lacks in terms of academic credentials and experience.

Being put on such a high pedestal now, Liu Shangming feels this may be somewhat inappropriate.

It's precisely because of appreciating Zhao Heng's talent that Liu Shangming hopes Zhao Heng can make steady progress, step by step.

Rather than being suddenly elevated to great heights.

"Dean Liu, Professor Li Hongwei is slated to receive this year's National Highest Scientific Progress Award, so he wouldn't speak without basis. His public commendation indicates that Zhao Heng indeed possesses this level of talent. If the skill is there, there's no fear of over-praise."

"Dean Liu, you know the current situation among the younger generation, especially in scientific research, where there is a significant gap between the incoming and outgoing. Nowadays, the youth are more inclined to become celebrities, internet stars, run live streams, or during college, aim for banking and finance sectors where economic gains are apparent. As for research, unfortunately, it's not the first choice for their endeavors."

Director Yuan said with some sighs.

"Yes, Director Yuan, I feel this situation deeply too. In our youth, the greatest ambition was to become a scientist, and if not a scientist, a doctor or engineer. Nowadays, it seems the young prefer becoming internet celebrities or stars."

Liu Shangming nodded; Director Yuan's observations have always been on his radar.

But there seems to be no helping it, as scientific research cycles are long, slow in yield, often requiring years or decades of significant time and effort, with uncertain results.

Therefore, it's understandable for young people, especially talented ones, not to prioritize scientific research.

But then who will carry on scientific research? Who will drive the advancement of science?

Are we to rely solely on the likes of Professor Li Hongwei, who are already past fifty, to bear the load alone?

How much longer can they withstand?

"That's why, Dean Liu, I think Zhao Heng is quite promising. High technical proficiency, solid expertise, good work ethic, he could serve as a role model for the younger generation, especially in our system."

"Let's do it this way; when I return to the department, I'll immediately start working on this. At the very least, this year, Zhao Heng must be one of the top ten young talents in our system."

Director Yuan thought for a moment, setting the tone for this issue. As for why he is so enthusiastic, it's half and half.

Half is because Zhao Heng is truly excellent. Director Yuan, an elite himself, can naturally see this excellence, and promoting such individuals prevents pitfalls.

The other half, naturally, is because of Old Gao, which warrants no further discussion, all understood without words.

"Then thank you, Director Yuan."

Liu Shangming nodded in gratitude.

Since Director Yuan has spoken, as the dean, he can't possibly hinder a young person's progress, can he?

He originally admired Zhao Heng a lot, wanting him to proceed more conservatively.

However, hearing Director Yuan's remarks, Liu Shangming couldn't help but remember the widely circulated saying: "Become famous while you're young."

The earlier, the better!

"Alright, Dean Liu, let's go congratulate this young man together."

Director Yuan said with a bright smile to Liu Shangming.

"Mm."

Liu Shangming nodded.

The outcome now can be considered very satisfactory.

In recent years, he has focused on clinical and research work without thoughts of vying for the dean's position.

Thinking about competing with someone like Yin Lifeng made him feel the dean position was meaningless.

Yet Yin Lifeng's sudden fall left everyone unprepared, and his unexpected ascension to the role requires a mental adjustment for Liu Shangming.

Although Liu Shangming didn't wish to compete with someone like Yin Lifeng for the dean's position, now that he doesn't have to, and the position has been offered, no reasonable person would refuse.

Liu Shangming certainly isn't unreasonable, so he naturally accepts the dean role, and he intends to perform better than Yin Lifeng.

In the operating room, the activity of Fusarium in the patient's brain was significantly suppressed, and although cerebral cortex activity hadn't fully returned to normal levels, it was far better than before when it appeared like huge turbulent waves.

As the patient was sent back to the ward, Zhao Heng, Gao Jun, and Liu Ziang left the operating room as well.

At the operating room entrance.

As soon as Zhao Heng and company stepped out, Director Yuan, full of smiles, stepped forward and warmly said to Gao Jun first, "Director Gao, congratulations, this time it will be a milestone for nanotherapy in domestic clinical application."

"All thanks to Xiao Zhao."

Gao Jun said calmly, having met many leaders like Director Yuan since childhood, so he felt no fluctuations.

Moreover, he also knew why Director Yuan was so warm to him.

"Right, right."

"Xiao Zhao, correct? Thanks to you for this achievement."

Unbothered by Gao Jun's aloofness, Director Yuan turned with even more warmth to Zhao Heng.

"I merely did what I was supposed to do."

Zhao Heng, slightly overwhelmed by Director Yuan's excessive enthusiasm, responded politely.

Following a round of enthusiastic pleasantries, Director Yuan, the dean, and Gao Jun discussed the next steps.

Meanwhile, Zhao Heng and Liu Ziang naturally returned to the ward to monitor the patient's condition.

Back in the office, Liu Ziang looked at Zhao Heng and, smiling, said, "Not used to these occasions, are you? Given your youth, it's indeed a bit early for such encounters, but your talent got you here."

Zhao Heng's slight discomfort with Director Yuan's enthusiasm wasn't lost on Liu Ziang.

Such occasions were already commonplace for Liu Ziang, being a neurosurgical star, many high-status individuals sought him out for surgery.

Though Liu Ziang possessed a rather aloof personality, some people with particularly high status left him no choice but to socialize a bit.

"Not that I'm not used to it, just feels like the enthusiasm isn't directed at me, seems a bit fake."

Zhao Heng thought for a moment and said.

"It's not fake; they're professional leaders. As leaders, engaging in these activities is part of their job, a professional habit. Just like us doctors who also have professional habits."

Liu Ziang viewed the situation objectively. Regarding leaders like Director Yuan, he found them acceptable; although there were many pleasantries exchanged, they handled business pragmatically.

"Fake professional smiles?"

Zhao Heng smirked.

"They're not fake smiles. Look at how happy Director Yuan smiled earlier; I believe when he saw the success of nanotherapy, his smile and joy were genuine."

Liu Ziang said with a smile.

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