Chinese mathematician Wang Hong is one of the four recipients of the 2026 Fields Medal, widely regarded as the "Nobel Prize of Mathematics." She also became just the third woman in history to receive the prestigious award.⁣ ⁣ But the path to success is rarely straightforward. Wang reflected on the challenges she faced in her academic journey and shared how she resets her mind when progress feels slow.⁣ ⁣ Wang got her bachelor's degree at Peking University, a master's degree from Paris-Saclay University and a Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). In 2025 she became a faculty member at the Institute of Advanced Scientific Studies (IHES) in France. ⁣ ⁣ When she first entered Peking University, she was enrolled in the School of Earth and Space Sciences. She had to pass a competitive transfer examination and was finally able to realize her dream of joining the School of Mathematical Sciences.⁣ ⁣ Her advice isn't just for scientists – it may resonate with anyone pursuin...