Recently, the American drama "The Big Bang Theory" aired the final chapter, which came to an end after twelve years of accompanying us.
In the play, four scientific otaku with very different personalities portray the standard template of a highly educated science and engineering man.
Even Baidu Encyclopedia's definition of science and engineering men uses these people as examples.
However, the release of "Bohemian Rhapsody" some time ago completely broke people's cognition of science and engineering men, and sent a "treasure old boy" to the public again.
He was Queen's guitarist, Brian May.
You may not know him, but you must have heard him write the brainwashing divine comedy " We Will Rock You "
Fans often call him Principal May, a name that is not out of thin air.
This is because Brian May is also a Doctor of Astronomy in addition to her status as a rock star and became Honorary President of Liverpool John Moores University.
(The rock guitarist in the picture on the left and the astronomer Mei in the picture on the right are indeed one person)
Some say Brian has been working two jobs.
One is a guitar rock superstar, and the other is a NASA astronomer.
Such a big contrast makes people curious.
Interest enlightenment, father companionship
Brian's parents worked as an electronics engineer and an aerial draftsman, respectively.
Although it has nothing to do with art, it also gives Brian a good home education.
When Brian was a child, he liked to watch a BBC astronomy science show "Starry Sky at Night".
The show aired late, but at Brian's beck-and-greet, his parents promised him to stay up late.
Not only that, but he and his father made their own reflecting telescopes at home.
Growing up, Brian once said, "I found my lifelong love in the story of the universe." ”
After watching the "Starry Sky at Night" program, little Brian did not go to sleep, but continued to watch the music program that followed closely behind, and began his own musical journey together.
He was exposed to piano at the age of 5, a four-stringed piano at the age of 6, and a guitarist at the age of 7.
By the time he was in middle school, Brian longed to have a good electric guitar.
Because the family's economic conditions are not good, he can't buy the electric guitar he likes.
So, he cooperated with his father and directly made a hand.
The oak removed from the century-old fireplace is used as the neck, the spring plucked from the motorcycle is used to make the bridge, the metal removed from the bicycle seat is used as the remote rod, and the protective cap on the mother's rough sewing needle has become parts of the guitar...
It took two years and £17.45 to make your own guitar Red Special.
This guitar that Brian built himself has a special pickup that produces a special tone.
Since then, the guitar has been with him ever since.
Witnessed the growth of teenagers, the rise and fall of the band, the ups and downs of life.
(1963, 15-year-old Brian and house cat Squeaky)
Some netizens envied: "Brian simply has a god father!" ”
Can make telescopes, radios, record players, televisions...
Will patiently accompany little Brian to grow step by step.
Some time ago, Brian posted a photo of a family of three playing on the Isle of Wight in 1949.
Brian said he was very grateful to dad because he had given himself everything he had.
Some people say that interest, fun, and interest are three different realms.
Interest is something that makes people feel curious and makes people feel that they can try it.
When interest is reinforced by happiness, it becomes fun.
Fun will make people enjoy it and be more willing to participate in it.
And the interest is to find their own value in it, making people feel that they can devote themselves to a lifetime.
Brian's love of the universe, astronomy, music, and art as a child was well protected by his parents.
These interests, pleasures, and interests became his lifelong companions.
Whether it is in the hustle and bustle of the floating world, or in the face of the entertainment industry's drunken fans, Brian has never been lost.
After skipping class for 32 years, he became an astronomer
Brian has been doing very well since childhood and has always had a keen interest in physics.
After being admitted to Imperial College London, he chose to major in physics and graduated with honors.
After that, he continued to study for a doctorate in astrophysics.
(Tenerife Observatory, 1971)
Prior to his Ph.D., Brian published several papers in nature magazines and the royal astronomical society monthly.
The academic road was smooth, and even his teacher praised him: "Pleasing and friendly, a clever physicist." ”
However, when the doctoral dissertation entered the revision stage, Brian voluntarily dropped out.
Because, at that time, Queen stood on the cusp of the storm and became the most popular band in the world.
Since then, Brian has written masterpieces that have been sung to this day, "We Will Rock You", "Tie your Mother Down", "I Want It All"...
In fact, Queen wasn't the only one who was the schoolmaster.
Bassist John Deacon, is a master of sound vibration.
Responsible for the band's instruments, professional modifications, make the band very different style.
Drummer Roger Taylor studied dentistry at the London Medical College.
Dentists also have a high status in the UK.
In the movie "Bohemian Rhapsody", this meme is often used to ridicule them.
When invited by the girl, Roger's first reaction was to do homework.
Lead singer Freddy also said to Brian: "You will become Dr. Brian May and write a fascinating paper on the universe and no one will pay attention to it." ”
And it turns out he was quite right.
In the space of thirty years, they have fulfilled their musical dreams.
Youth rushes by, some people in the group have passed away and will never be seen, and some people have retreated and avoided the world and no longer appear.
At the age of 59, Brian submitted an application to Imperial College, registered his student status, and continued his unfinished doctoral career that year.
(Some say he looks like a Newtonian scientist.)
A year later, he completed his doctoral thesis, "Mirror Speed of Ecliptic Dust Clouds."
After receiving academic recognition, Brian joined the Imperial Institute of Astronomers.
He was also hired by Liverpool John Morse as Honorary Chancellor.
Since then, "Principal" has become a love name for fans.
(Brian chats with NASA Administrator Charles Bolden)
In "Three Fools in Bollywood", the male protagonist once said to a friend: "Do you know why I am the first?" Because this discipline is exactly what I am interested in. If you think about it, if Michael Jackson's dad forced him to become a boxer, and the boxer Ali's dad insisted that he sing, how terrible would the consequences be? ”
Those who turn their interests into careers are so fortunate.
The older the person, the cuter it is
Now that he has passed the age of ancient age, he still embraces life, loves life, and enjoys life.
He is still active on the rock stage.
And often cooperate with a new generation of singers to present a wonderful performance.
In order to commemorate the deceased friend, it took five years to polish the movie "Bohemian Rhapsody", which nano-restored the legendary life of Queen lead singer Fred.
Academically, Brian is active.
Co-authored books on astronomy with others.
Participate in the New Horizons Pluto exploration program and personally convert the returned photos into the first ever 3D image of Pluto.
(Known as Pluto with a little heart)
Attend a seminar at NASA's headquarters and sign a sign for music fans.
Using the influence of rock stars, "World Asteroid Day" was founded to educate the public about the dangers of asteroids.
Meet Hawking, become friends, and explore the possibility of life elsewhere in the universe.
In addition to this, Brian is involved in animal protection, launching the "Save Me" campaign for foxes and badgers.
The older he got, the more lovely Brian lived.
More and more interest, but also more and more love of life.
When he went to the school a few years ago to do an interview, a female student asked: "How can a legend like you be so 'grounded'?" ”
Brian heard this and laughed, "My life is indeed a little extraordinary, but every morning when I wake up and see the mirror, I can say to myself that I have done everything I can to make life real." ”
Starting from the interest, because of the love of persistence, I hope that Brian May, a rock science and technology man, can have more successors.
About the author
Miss Lee, a "girl" who reads an amazing amount of books, has won a machine to get a microphone to write a manuscript, an essay contest to win an award, and a newspaper and radio interview. Tell the most heartfelt stories, be a friend of the healing family, and may our encounter make you understand children better and meet your true self.