Didier Queloz with senior members of Beijing Institute of Technology

Didier Queloz, a laureate of 2019 Nobel Prize in Physics, visited Beijing Institute of Technology (BIT) on Nov 27, where he was greeted by BIT President Jiang Lan.

Jiang gave Queloz a rundown of BIT's educational characteristics, talent cultivation, discipline construction and international cooperation. He praised Queloz's groundbreaking contributions in the field of astrophysics, which have provided new directions for humanity's exploration of the mysteries of the universe, inspired colleagues in the astronomical community to continue exploring, and set an example for young students.

Jiang pointed out that Queloz, a good friend of China, has always been concerned about the development of Chinese youth. He expressed his hope that Queloz's visit would inspire BIT students and lay the foundation for future academic cooperation.

Queloz thanked BIT for its warm welcome and talked about his personal research journey as well as elaborating on his understanding of research, talent cultivation and the social responsibility of scientists.

Queloz delivers a lecture to BIT students.

The highlight of the visit was Queloz's wonderful lecture, titled "The Revolution of Exoplanets and the Exploration of Cosmic Life and Its Implications", where he explained how he discovered the first exoplanet orbiting a sun-like star, "51 Pegasi b", and presented the latest developments in the field of exoplanet discovery.

After the presentation, students engaged in a lively Q&A session with Queloz. His passion for science and hope for the future inspired every teacher and student present.

Queloz visits the Quantum Physics Experimental Center at BIT.

During the visit, Queloz also visited BIT's Quantum Physics Experimental Center.