Top Harvard mathematician Liu Jun leaves US for China | AI News Digest
Liu Jun, a prominent mathematician and statistician, has made the decision to leave the United States and return to China, where he has accepted a prestigious position at Tsinghua University. His move is influenced by a sense of patriotism and a commitment to education and science, particularly in light of recent research funding cuts in the U.S. under the Trump administration. Liu's academic journey began at Rutgers University before he transferred to the University of Chicago, where he was influenced by significant historical events in China. His return marks a notable shift in his career as he embraces opportunities in his home country.
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