Recently, reports about the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Chinese Academy of Engineering announcing the results of the 2023 co-opted academician election have caused some controversy. One of the topics that has attracted much attention is that both Southeast University and Nanchang University claim that Professor Xiong Rengen is from their school. This has led to speculation and questioning, which makes people wonder which school Professor Xiong Rengen really belongs to.
Nanchang University announced on its official website and press release that Professor Xiong Rengen is a professor at Nanchang University, and in the co-optation list of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Academician Xiong Rengen's work unit is marked as Southeast University. This has led to confusion and curiosity about Professor Xiong's school. Could it be that he has part-time jobs at both universities?What the hell is going on with all this?
In response to the controversy over Professor Xiong Rengen's school, Southeast University and Jiangxi officials have expressed their respective voices.
Southeast University clearly mentions that Professor Xiong Rengen belongs to Southeast University in the list published on its official website and the Chinese Academy of Sciences. However, Jiangxi officials disagreed, saying that Professor Xiong Rengen worked at Nanchang University, and that the secretary of Nanchang University had visited him cordially. Jiangxi officials claimed to have verified that Professor Xiong Rengen was currently working at Nanchang University, thus implying that the propaganda of Southeast University was false.
There is no clear answer to the question of which school Professor Xiong really belongs to. However, some relevant information can be obtained by consulting the encyclopedia. According to the encyclopedia, Professor Xiong Rengen graduated from the Department of Chemistry of Jiangxi University (now Nanchang University) and worked at Southeast University, where he was awarded the titles of National Outstanding Young Scholar and Changjiang Scholar. His current positions include Professor in the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Southeast University, Distinguished Professor at the Research Center for Ordered Matter Science at Southeast University, and Professor at the International Institute of Ordered Matter Science at Nanchang University.
Professor Xiong Rengen is a scholar who has made important contributions to the field of molecular ferroelectricity. His team is an innovation platform in the field of molecular ferroelectricity introduced by Nanchang University, with an investment of up to 80 million yuan. Professor Xiong has extensive research experience and academic excellence in this field. His research interests are mainly in the study of molecular-based ferroelectrics, especially ferroelectrochemistry.
By understanding Professor Xiong's academic background and academic achievements, we can see his important position and influence in the field of molecular ferroelectricity. This is one of the reasons why both universities are chasing him. After all, having the honor of being an academician is an incomparable reputation and honor for a university.
Although it is not yet certain whether Professor Xiong Rengen belongs to Southeast University or Nanchang University, it is certain that he has deep historical ties with both universities.
After graduating from the Department of Chemistry of Jiangxi University (now Nanchang University), he has been engaged in teaching and scientific research at Southeast University. He has been awarded the titles of National Outstanding Young Scholar and Changjiang Scholar, which proves his important position in the academic community. Currently, he is a professor at the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering at Southeast University and the International Institute of Ordered Material Science at Nanchang University.
This shows that Professor Xiong Rengen has close ties and cooperation with both universities. His unit of work may depend on the specific project needs and cooperation arrangements. In addition, we should not ignore his own choices and expectations, after all, university professors also have the right to choose.
Understanding the controversy at Professor Xiong's school shows that it is a complex issue involving the reputation of the university and the personal choices of scholars. The two universities have shown a positive attitude in the competition for Professor Xiong, which also reflects the reality of fierce competition in China's higher education.
However, we should not limit ourselves to the controversy over which school the professor belongs to. More importantly, we should focus on the academic contributions and research results of professors. Regardless of the school to which Professor Xiong ultimately belongs, his academic achievements and research achievements cannot be ignored.
In the future, we hope to see more cooperation and exchanges between universities to promote the growth of outstanding scholars and academic progress. At the same time, we also hope that domestic universities can treat academic disputes in a more open and fair manner, and maintain the normal operation of higher education and academic independence.
In short, no matter which school Professor Xiong Rengen belongs to, his academic achievements and contributions will not change. The debate should be on the academic path, not on the question of where the school belongs. Only in this way can we truly focus on and promote the development of science. I don't think it's possible to determine whether Professor Xiong Rengen belongs to Southeast University or Nanchang University. This may be due to inconsistencies or misunderstandings in the reports between the two parties. We should maintain a rational and objective attitude, and not over-guess and speculate.
As for whether Professor Xiong Rengen submitted the materials for applying for academicians, we cannot know the actual situation. This issue involves the choices and actions of individuals, and only the parties and the relevant authorities know the real situation. Therefore, we cannot easily comment on or conclude on this issue.
Most importantly, we should pay attention to Professor Xiong's academic contributions and achievements in the field of scientific research. Regardless of the school he belongs to, his academic research is of great significance to the development and advancement of the academic community. It is hoped that relevant universities and institutions will be able to deal with this issue in an open and impartial manner, and maintain academic independence and impartiality.
In such a controversy, we should approach the information in an objective and calm manner, and not overhype and amplify the issue. At the same time, we should also respect the choices and rights of scientists, and provide a better environment and support for their academic research.