The trend of crude oil prices is largely not determined based on market supply and demand. At least this wave of crude oil prices fell in early 2016. Zhou Shi had just built a position of 100 million US dollars, and soon a call came from the Middle East.

Since the beginning of 2015, at least 20 listed companies have applied for debt protection, and another 30 private companies have gone bankrupt. Of course, these companies' output is only more than 1% of the total U.S. output. However, according to an oil industry expert, the total debt of upstream shale oil in the U.S. is between US $100 million, and more than $20 billion in long-term debt interest will be paid every year. More and more companies are in trouble. Even the industry's leading listed companies, eOG resources, need to be financed through the sale of equity.

Competition between countries, competition between industries, competition between traditional old forces and emerging capital, competition is everywhere. In this large-scale energy game, there will definitely be many losers, and the winners will gain valuable development opportunities by eating the remains of the losers.

Zhou Shi's idea of ​​getting a piece of the pie was reminded before he even started. After investing 200 million US dollars and 100 million US dollars for mobile capital, he gave up the idea of ​​making a difference in the local energy companies in the Lighthouse Country. Fortunately, he often rose sharply in the past few days, causing his comprehensive cost to enter the market to reach 30 US dollars per ounce. There is nothing to say about the price, but he will definitely make money anyway. If someone dares not let him make money, he will directly stock up on crude oil to see who can consume whom. Zhou Shi told some people a little arrogantly!

In fact, Zhou Shi finally made $100 million, and he raised at least the funds donated to West Lake University.

"I heard you want to invest in basic science?" Zhou Shi, who had not left Yanjing, met Professor Wei of Yan University.

"Who said that?" Zhou Shi wondered. He seemed to have never said such a thing!

"Who said it doesn't matter, is it true?" Professor Wei

"Fake it, I don't have this idea!" Zhou Shi

"Don't lie to me. You are saying that you want to donate 100 million US dollars to Shi Yigong. Why don't you invest in basic science?" Professor Wei said.

"Teacher Wei, am I satisfied until the person is dead and the money is gone? Oh no, if I have no money, I am afraid that only mockery will be welcomed!" Zhou Shi

"What did you say? I'm not here to fight Qiufeng!" Professor Wei said angrily

"Teacher Wei! I just regret it, and I don't know who reported these news. I said I would donate money, but with the conditions, and I only donate 100 million US dollars at most. Do they want to create a fait accompli, which is more than me?" Zhou Shi said.

"Maybe there is any misunderstanding!" Professor Wei

"I hope! But I do want to make some contribution to the basic science of China, but I haven't thought about how to do it yet." Zhou Shi

According to the discipline classification catalog published by UNESCO, basic science is divided into seven categories: mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy, earth science, and logic.

Basic scientific research is the most fundamental driving force for social development. However, these cannot bring economic benefits immediately. What it brings is more things that cannot be effective in a short period of time, including the improvement of scientific research level, that is, the improvement of innovation capabilities, the cultivation of talents, the promotion and development of technology, etc.

The importance of basic science is unquestionable, but it is possible to see results for a long time or life, and even go on a wrong path. This is a huge pressure not only for investors, but also for scientists themselves. There are not many people who can bear this loneliness for a long time.

Fortunately, both the Chinese court and the entrepreneurial group recognize the importance of basic science and increase their investment in this area. For example, if Brother Ren and Brother Ma really invest heavily in basic science, the public may have a misunderstanding of him, but there is no specific factual basis for this matter. Maybe Brother Ma is just talking nonsense...

Without wanting to follow other people's pace, Zhou Shi agreed to invest in basic subjects. However, he would still be in his own hands if he invested.

"How do you think I should support basic science?" Zhou Shi asked Wei He

"If personal support is too difficult, it will be much more convenient for Shi Guang to do it. Shi Guang's funds are originally used in this regard." Wei He

Time has invested in quantum computers, controlled nuclear fusion, space exploration, deep-sea research, etc., and has made a lot of investment in basic science.

As a social enterprise, or non-profit charity enterprise, it seems understandable that time is making these thankless long-term investments, which is something that has contributed to the entire human race.

"Can we also set up a college to invest in those that cannot make money, but are very important, such as mathematics, physics, astronomy, etc." Zhou Shi

Small investment can support you for a long time, but if you don’t see any reward, you need a fool like him to support you.

"It's OK, but there is no need! The development of basic disciplines cannot play a big role, and the key is to rely on the support of the court. The fastest basic science in the world is all projects supported by the court. Even Silicon Valley does not have a huge impact on basic science breakthroughs!" Wei He

"That means that attracting the attention of the country is more important than investing in it yourself?" Zhou Shi

"That's right, only if the country attaches importance to it can there be continuous investment, and the country should do this." Wei He

Those who can see the benefits are the responsibility of enterprises, and those who can't see the benefits in the short term are the only countries. Otherwise, will there be so much taxes and so much surplus in the family rust?

"What should we do?" Zhou Shi

"Of course, donate money, donate goods, donate people to make a name for themselves!" Wei He

“…”

"How to donate?" Zhou Shi

How to donate is a problem, a big problem! However, after discussing several plans, it was not very good, so Zhou Shi had to put this issue on the spot for the time being.

Wang Xirui did not return to Yanjing and went directly to Silicon Valley. He felt a little freedom and summoned Liu Shishi to comfort him. This is how greedy people are, and they often lose sight of one thing!

"Have your big wife gone?"

"..." Zhou Shi, he actually wanted to break off his relationship with Liu Shishi. If he couldn't be together for a long time, his relationship was naturally difficult to cultivate. There seemed to be no topics about desires between the two except for children. Even if Xingguang Entertainment has a market value of 100 billion soft girl coins, it is not said that it has no status in his eyes, but it is also ranked very far. It is enough to maintain a certain influence, and there is no need for him to worry about everything!

"If you are tired, you can leave!" Zhou Shi said involuntarily.

"..." Liu Shishi suddenly became hoarse, her face turned pale and white.

"Okay, come here!" Zhou Shi was not very worried.
Chapter completed!