与诺奖大师共探宇宙奥秘：临港耀华学子赴上海天文馆感受量子物理盛宴

当微观量子与浩瀚宇宙相遇，当科学真理与人文哲思碰撞，一场跨越认知边界的科学盛宴在上海天文馆如期上演。1月30日（周五）下午，临港耀华5名学子在华籍校长周泽军博士的带领下，前往上海天文馆超新星报告厅，现场聆听2026年开年首场银河讲坛——由2004年诺贝尔物理学奖得主Frank Wilczek带来的专题演讲“宇宙如何教会我们量子力学，我们又如何从中理解宇宙”，与顶尖科学家面对面，在量子与宇宙的交织中解锁科学探索的无限可能。

When the microcosmic quantum meets the vast universe, and when scientific truth collides with humanistic philosophy, a scientific feast transcending cognitive boundaries unfolded as scheduled at the Shanghai Astronomy Museum. On the afternoon of Friday, January 30th, five students from YWIES Lingang, led by the Chinese Principal Dr. Zhou Zejun, went to the Supernova Lecture Hall of the Shanghai Astronomy Museum to attend the first Galaxy Forum of 2026 - a keynote speech titled "How the Universe Teaches Us Quantum Mechanics and How We Understand the Universe Through It" delivered by Frank Wilczek, the winner of the 2004 Nobel Prize in Physics. They faced top scientists directly and unlocked the infinite possibilities of scientific exploration at the interdiv of quantum and the universe.

【 特邀嘉宾 Guest of Honor 】

Fueled by passion for physics and curiosity about the universe, our students represented the school at this science popularization event that blends academic rigor with humanistic warmth. The inaugural lecture of the year boasted a stellar lineup: speaker Frank Wilczek, a Nobel laureate, Foreign Member of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Chief Scientist at the Li Zhengdao Institute of Shanghai Jiao Tong University, leveraged his profound academic expertise and accessible expression to take the audience on a mentally stimulating yet rewarding journey through the quantum universe.

Centering his speech on "Quantum Mechanics and Cosmic Cognition", Frank Wilczek broke down the cognitive barriers between the macro and micro worlds. Starting with the fascinating laws of the quantum realm, he explained how the universe serves as a natural classroom for quantum mechanics and how quantum theory advances humanity’s exploration of the universe's essence. He noted that human understanding of the universe progresses by breaking boundaries: classical physics once framed our view of the world, while quantum mechanics has opened a broader cognitive window, allowing us to uncover the operating codes of macro spacetime through the vibrations of micro particles. This cross-scale scientific thinking aligns perfectly with the Galaxy Forum's philosophy of "interpreting the way of exploration through scientific wisdom".

In the roundtable discussion, Frank Wilczek engaged in in-depth exchanges with distinguished guests, sharing insights on topics such as "breaking the cognitive limits of classical physics" and "unified interpretation of the macro and micro worlds", sparking intense intellectual collisions. YWIES Lingang students listened attentively and took notes throughout, pondering the marvelous quantum phenomena and nodding in admiration at the scientists' profound insights. 

During the on-site Q&A session, Dr. Zhou Zejun, the Chinese Principal, took the lead in raising a discussion topic, focusing on how artificial intelligence empowers the preservation of curiosity among the younger generation. Drawing on their cutting-edge scientific research experience, Frank Wilczek and the distinguished guests present then offered professional insights and advice. He stressed that educators should proactively shift their mindset and guide students to turn electronic devices from mere entertainment tools into windows for exploring scientific knowledge. Leveraging AI's powerful search and analytical capabilities, students can efficiently acquire interdisciplinary scientific knowledge and continuously expand the boundaries of their scientific cognition through interactive learning experiences—ultimately allowing curiosity to truly become the driving force behind sustained exploration.

Jeremy Zhou, a IG2 student, commented: "The Nobel laureate unpacked abstruse quantum theories in plain language, making me realize quantum mechanics is not just distant formulas but an essential tool for explaining the universe. This cross-scale perspective has opened new doors for my physics studies."

Their on-site participation closely linked classroom learning with cutting-edge science popularization. The students not only experienced the personal charisma and academic rigor of top scientists up close but also developed scientific thinking and an exploratory spirit imperceptibly. This is a vivid practice of the school's philosophy of "Alliance with Science and Technology", enabling students to establish lofty aspirations for pursuing truth and exploring the unknown through engagement with high-end academic resources.

从报告厅内的凝神聆听，再到与科学大师的隔空共鸣，这场天文馆之行不仅是一次知识的补给，更是一场心灵的洗礼。正如Frank Wilczek在演讲中传递的，科学探索的本质是对好奇心的坚守与对边界的突破。未来，临港耀华将继续为学子搭建多元化的学术交流平台，让更多学子在与科技、与大师的对话中，拓宽认知边界，涵养科学素养，在探索宇宙与自我的道路上坚定前行。

From rapt attention in the lecture hall to spiritual resonance with the scientific luminary, this visit to the Astronomy Museum was more a spiritual enlightenment than a knowledge enrichment. As Frank Wilczek shared in his speech, the essence of scientific exploration is staying true to curiosity and breaking cognitive boundaries. Going forward, YWIES Lingang will keep building diverse academic exchange platforms for students, enabling them to expand their horizons, foster scientific literacy, and forge ahead steadfastly on the journey of exploring the universe and self through interactions with cutting-edge science and eminent scholars.