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CNBC AI News – June 7th: A four-second video clip has catapulted “Wei Shen,” or Professor Wei Dongyi of Peking University, to internet stardom, amassing millions of followers in the process.
Professor Wei, born in 1991, currently serves as an assistant professor and researcher in the Department of Mathematics at Peking University. His unassuming demeanor and prodigious intellect have earned him the moniker, “The Unassuming Monk” – a reference to the revered, hidden master in the classic Chinese novel, *The Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils*.
The appeal lies in the striking juxtaposition of his public image and his profound mathematical prowess.
Interviews have shown a man of simple tastes, often seen with a bottle of mineral water and a couple of steamed buns, dressed in casual attire. Yet, beneath this unassuming façade lies a mathematical genius.
His recent video introduction followed suit, presenting a picture of modest simplicity: a plaid shirt, a messenger bag slung across his shoulder, and hands neatly aligned at his sides, giving the impression of a well-behaved schoolchild.
Adding a layer of human interest, many viewers noticed Professor Wei’s missing teeth. Some expressed concern, while others playfully quipped, “sea of learning leaves no teeth behind” (a play on the phrase “sea of knowledge is boundless”).
In response to the online scrutiny, his family explained that there were multiple reasons for the dental issue, including chronic periodontal disease requiring multiple treatments. Further examinations are planned.
The timing of the video’s release, coinciding with the upcoming 2025 Gaokao (China’s National College Entrance Examination), transformed the comment section into a virtual wishing well. Parents voiced hopes for their children to score high on math, some even expressing a desire for them to be admitted to Professor Wei’s university.
While ambition is commendable, even the most enlightened of individuals cannot magically fulfill every wish. Ultimately, success lies within the students’ own efforts.
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