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Henryk Adam Aleksander Pius Sienkiewicz (Polish: Henryk Adam Aleksander Pius Sienkiewicz) ɕɛnˈkʲɛvit͡ʂ]; May 5, 1846 – November 15, 1916) was a Polish writer. His major works include the Patriotic Trilogy of historical novels: "Fire and Sword", "Torrent" and "Catching Fire", which mainly reflect the story of the Polish people's resistance to foreign invasion in the 17th century. His other works include "The Crusader Knights", "Where Are You Going/The Tyrant's Burning City", "In the Desert and the Wilderness", etc. He won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1905 due to "the outstanding achievements of his epic works". He was the first person to win the Nobel Prize for Literature for his outstanding achievements in novel creation. At the beginning of the 20th century, Lu Xun, Zhou Zuoren and others began to translate Sienkiewicz's works into Chinese. Today, most of his novels and some of his novels and short stories are available in Chinese.

Hendrik Anton Lorentz (Dutch: Hendrik Antoon Lorentz, July 18, 1853 - February 4, 1928), also translated as Lorentz, was a Dutch physicist. He won the 1902 Nobel Prize in Physics together with Peter Zeeman, and was elected as an academician of the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences in 1881. He also served as a foreign academician of many national academies of sciences. Lorenz is world-famous for his research work in the fields of electromagnetism and optics. He obtained the classical electron theory through concepts such as continuous electromagnetic fields and discrete electrons in matter. This theory can be used in many problems: such as the force of electromagnetic fields on moving charged particles (Lorentz force), the relationship between the refractive index of a medium and its density (Lorentz-Lorentz equation), the theory of light dispersion, the explanation of some magnetic phenomena (such as the Zeeman effect), and some properties of metals. On the basis of electron theory, he also developed electrodynamics in moving media, including proposing the hypothesis that an object will undergo length contraction in its direction of motion (Lorentz-Fitzgerald contraction), introducing the concept of "local time", obtaining the relationship between mass and velocity, and constructing a system of equations expressing the coordinate and time relationships between different inertial systems (Lorentz transformation). Lorenz's research work later became the basis of special relativity and quantum physics. In addition, Lorenz also made achievements in thermodynamics, molecular kinetic theory, general relativity and thermal radiation theory.

Kon Satoshi (Japanese: Kon Satoshi/dark blue Satoshi, Romanized: Kon Satoshi, October 12, 1963 - August 24, 2010) was a Japanese animation director, animator, screenwriter and cartoonist, and a member of the Japan Animation Practitioners Association. Satoshi Kon was born in Sapporo, Hokkaido. After graduating from the Department of Visual Communication Design, Graduate School of Plastic Arts, Musashino Art University, he first debuted as a cartoonist. In his early days, Kon Satoshi mainly followed Otomo Katsuhiro's work team, and he served as a co-screenwriter for the movie. It was also at this time that he came into contact with animation work. In addition to having close exchanges with Katsuhiro Otomo, he also collaborated with Mamoru Oshii in the production of "Patlabor 2 the Movie" in 1993. After participating in the production of many animation works, Satoshi Kon decided to direct his own animated film, with MADHOUSE responsible for the animation production. In 1997, Satoshi Kon released his first feature-length animated work "Blue Fear". In this thriller, he conveyed the story in an extremely realistic style. By dealing with themes from Japanese idol culture, Kon accurately conveyed the characters' emotions and people's inner reflections, which caused a sensation in the Western world, which was new to Japanese animation works at the time. Later, as an independent director who did not belong to any animation production company, he released important masterpieces such as "Millennium Actress" in 2002 and "Tokyo Godfathers" in 2003. These works were all produced by MADHOUSE. In addition, Satoshi Kon also directed the TV series "Paranoia Agent", in which he used "Yoshihiro Crocoabuchi" as his pen name. In 2006, Satoshi Kon released his last animated film "Inception", which also made him widely recognized in the international film industry. Kon Satoshi has dealt with different themes in many of his works, but they all have elements such as characters with distinctive personalities but close to real life, exploration and description of the spiritual aspects of the characters, and the ambiguous relationship between dreams and reality. This has made him a Japanese animation director with a unique creative style, and he has won many international awards. In addition to his animation work, Kon also helped found the Japan Animation Employees Association, hoping to improve the working conditions of young animators. His elder brother Kon is a famous guitarist and accompaniment musician in the Japanese pop music industry.

Kurata Yasuaki (Japanese: Kurata Yasuaki/ Yasuaki, Romanized: Kurata Yasuaki, March 20, 1946 -) is a Japanese action film actor and martial arts expert. He is qualified for the seventh degree of Shoto-ryu in karate, the third degree of judo, and the second degree of Aikido.

Fu Guohao (May 25, 1991 - October 25, 2021), a native of Tianjin, was a journalist at the Global Times of the People's Republic of China. In August 2019, he was attacked and beaten by demonstrators at the Hong Kong International Airport during the anti-extradition bill protests in Hong Kong. He caused a sensation because he shouted "I support the Hong Kong police, you can beat me."

Denis Richard McDonough (English: Denis Richard McDonough, December 2, 1969 -), American politician, born in Stillwater, Minnesota, United States. Served as the 11th U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs. He served as the 26th White House Chief of Staff and the last term under President Barack Obama. He graduated with a BA from St. John's University in Minnesota, and then received other master's degrees from Georgetown University. On December 10, 2020, US President-elect Joe Biden announced the nomination of McDonough as Secretary of Veterans Affairs, who will take office on February 9, 2021.

Maximus of Ephesus (?-371), Neoplatonist philosopher and wizard. He was the teacher of Roman Emperor Julian in the fourth century AD and had a great influence on the emperor. After the death of Emperor Julian, he was imprisoned by Emperor Valens. He was later released, but was eventually executed for participating in the assassination of Valens.

Sir Isaiah Berlin, OM (English: Sir Isaiah Berlin, June 6, 1909 - November 5, 1997) was a Russian-British social and political theorist, philosopher, and historian of ideas. Although Berlin opposed writing for publication, his speeches and conversations were often recorded and published. Berlin's works on liberal theory and value pluralism, as well as his criticism of Marxism and communism, had an important influence on subsequent ideological trends. Isaiah Berlin was born in 1909 in Riga, the capital of Latvia (then part of the Russian Empire). He moved to Petrograd (now St. Petersburg) when he was 6 years old, and witnessed the 1917 Russian Revolution here. In 1921, Berlin moved to England with his family. He was educated at St. Paul's School in London, and then entered Corpus Christi College, Oxford University, to study classical literature. In 1932, at the age of 23, Berlin won a scholarship to All Souls College, Oxford University. In addition to his personal writing, he also translated the works of Ivan Turgenev into English. During World War II, Berlin joined the British Foreign Office. From 1957 to 1967, Berlin served as Chichel Professor of Social and Political Theory at Oxford University. He was president of the Aristotelian Society in London from 1963 to 1964. In 1966, Berlin co-founded Wolfson College, Oxford University, and became its first dean. Berlin was awarded the Order of the British Empire in 1946, a knighthood in 1957, and an Order of Merit in 1971. He served as President of the British National Academy from 1974 to 1978. In 1979, Berlin received the Jerusalem Prize for his consistent defense of civil liberties. On November 25, 1994, Berlin received an honorary Doctor of Laws from the University of Toronto. He prepared a brief creed for the award, which was later called the "Message to the 21st Century." Isaiah Berlin-themed lectures are organized every year at Hampstead Synagogue in London, Wolfson College of Oxford University, the British National Academy and the Latvian city of Riga.

Nakadai Tatsuya (Japanese: Nakadai Tatsuya/Nakadai Tatsuya, Romanized: Nakadai Tatsuya, December 13, 1932 - November 8, 2025), whose real name was Nakadai Motohisa, was a Japanese actor and singer born in Tokyo City (now Meguro District, Tokyo). Born as an actor in a theater troupe, he is committed to cultivating new talents in the "Wu Ming School". He has always been involved in both stage plays and film and television dramas, and is a figure who represents the level of post-war Japan in these two fields. He has performed in the works of many famous film directors, including Kihachi Okamoto, Akira Kurosawa, Masaki Kobayashi, Hideo Gosha, Mikio Naruse, Kei Kumai, Keisuke Kinoshita, and Masahiro Shinoda. It is almost impossible to find a director in the Japanese film industry who has not collaborated with him. The movie "Shadow Warriors" starring in it won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes International Film Festival. The films he starred in have won four Academy Awards and awards from the world's three major film festivals (Cannes Film Festival, Venice Film Festival, and Berlin Film Festival). In 2007, he was elected as a cultural meritorious person.

Zhong Xinghuo (February 5, 1924 - December 25, 2014), a native of Bo County, Anhui Province, is a Chinese actor.

Ren Jingdong (August 1971 -), male, Han nationality, native of Anqiu, Shandong Province, graduated from China University of Petroleum (Beijing), holds a doctorate in engineering, is a member of the Communist Party of China, and a political figure of the People's Republic of China. He is currently a member of the Party Leadership Group and Vice Governor of the Sichuan Provincial People's Government.

Ren Yi (1840-1895). His original name was Xiaoshu, his first name was Run, his courtesy name was Xiaolou, and his first name was Xiaolou. His posthumous name was Ciyuan, with the courtesy name Bonian, and he was often called Ren Bonian. He was born in Shanyin (Shaoxing, Zhejiang Province), so the signature of the paintings often reads "Shanyin Ren Yi", a modern Chinese painter.

Ren Kelei (May 1950-), senior political engineer, member of the Communist Party of China, currently president and party secretary of Shenzhen OCT Group Company. Chairman of OCT Holdings Co., Ltd. Managing Director and Deputy General Manager of China Travel Service Group in Hong Kong. Chairman of the Board of Directors of Konka Electronics (Group) Co., Ltd. Vice Chairman of the China State-owned Youth President Committee.

Ren Shigang (1896-1946), a Chinese industrialist and one of the pioneers of the modern textile industry. He is China's famous "King of T-shirts" after the 1920s. He is also the founder of the popular "Goose" T-shirt trademark and a master advertising publicist. A native of Ningbo, Zhejiang.

Ren Jiaxuan (October 31, 1981 -), whose stage name is Selina, is a Taiwanese female singer, actress, host, and a member of the female singing group S.H.E. Born in Taipei, Taiwan, she participated in the "Universe 2000 Powerful Girls Contest" and won the championship in 2000. In the same year, she signed a contract with Universe Records (the predecessor of Huayan Records) for training. On September 11, 2001, she released the group's first album "Girls' Dormitory" as a member of S.H.E and entered the entertainment industry. His sister is actress Ren Rongxuan. On October 22, 2010, an explosion accident occurred while filming a TV series in Shanghai, which halted both individual and group acting careers. On January 19, 2011, a press conference was held and he was officially discharged from the hospital. In December 2011, he released his first personal mini album "Repeat a Dream". On January 9, 2015, his first solo album "3.1415" was released. On April 29, 2022, the second solo album "I Want to Make My Own Decision on the Road to America" ​​was released.

Ren Rongxuan (November 22, 1988 -), Taiwanese actress, was born in Shilin District, Taipei City. She is the younger sister of S.H.E member Ren Jiaxuan. At the age of 16, she debuted in the entertainment industry as the heroine of Yuan Wei's "Summer Wind" MV. In 2009, she participated in the performance of "Ultimate Three Kingdoms" and made her official debut. In 2013, he participated in "My Age of Freedom"; in 2015, he played two roles in "Hearing Happiness". In the same year, his acting career moved to mainland China.

Ren Zhenglong (1949-), native of Pengzhou, Sichuan, Han nationality, political figure of the People's Republic of China, representative of Sichuan region at the 11th National People's Congress. Graduated from Sichuan Agricultural University majoring in crop breeding. In 2008, he served as a member of the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee of the National People's Congress and a professor at Sichuan Agricultural University.

Ren Zhengfei (October 25, 1944 -), male, Han nationality, native of Rendian Village, Huangzhai Town, Pujiang County, Zhejiang Province, was born in Zhenning County, Guizhou Province, and is a Chinese entrepreneur. In 1963, Ren Zhengfei entered Chongqing Institute of Architecture and Engineering to study. After graduation, he enlisted in the army and became an infrastructure engineering soldier. He was discharged from the army in 1982 and transferred to work in Shenzhen. In 1987, he founded Huawei, one of the world's largest telecommunications equipment manufacturers and smart car manufacturers, and has served as CEO and director to this day.

Ren Quan (March 4, 1973 -), formerly known as Ren Zhenquan, is an actor from Mainland China. He debuted as a child star and graduated from the Performance Department of Shanghai Theater Academy. Together with Liu Xiaohu and Lu Yi, they are known as the "Three Musketeers of Shangxi". He is well-known to the audience for his role as "Gongsun Ce" in the TV series "Young Bao Qingtian".

Ren Zhimo (June 1, 1988 -), whose stage name is Ren Suxi, is from Laizhou, Shandong Province. She is an actress and singer in the People's Republic of China. She graduated from the Directing Department of the Central Academy of Drama. He has been deeply engaged in theater performance for ten years and has participated in more than 30 plays including "The Donkey Gets Water" and "Hello, Madman". 2016-2026 In 2016, she starred in many film and television works such as "The Donkey Gets Water", "The Unknown", "Half Comedy", "My Motherland and Me", "I'm Good in a Foreign Country", "Hometown, You're Safe", "Endless End", "Extermination of Evil", etc., and won the 27th Huading Award for Best Actress, the 18th Huabiao Award for Outstanding Actress, etc., and was nominated for the Magnolia Award at the Shanghai TV Festival and the 33rd China Film Golden Rooster Award for Best Actress three times. He deserves recognition for his delicate, sincere and empathetic performance style.

Ren Jiyu (April 15, 1916 - July 11, 2009), named Youzhi, male, was a native of Shandong Plain. He was a modern Chinese religious scientist, philosopher, historian, librarian, and academician of the International Eurasian Academy of Sciences. Director of the National Library, President of the Chinese Religious Society, President of the Chinese Philosophy and History Society, Chairman of the Chinese Atheism Society, Librarian of the Central Library of Literature and History, and Representative of the Fourth to Eighth National People's Congress, etc. He is considered the founder of Chinese Marxist religious studies and one of the proposers of "Confucian Religion Theory".

Richie Jen Hsien-chi (English: Richie Jen Hsien-chi, June 23, 1966 -), nicknamed Xiao Qi, is a Taiwanese male singer, songwriter, actor and director.

Ren (rén) Tat Wah (English: Simon Yam Tat Wah, March 19, 1955 -), Hong Kong actor and model, was born in Hong Kong.

Ivan Petrovich Pavlov (Russian: Иван Петрович Павлов, Romanized: Ivan Petrovich Pavlov; September 26, 1849 – February 27, 1936) was a Russian physiologist, psychologist, and physician. When Pavlov was in college, he was guided and inspired by the "Father of Russian Physiology" Ivan Mikhailovich Sechenov. Pavlov gave up his theological research and entered the world of science. In 1904, he won the Nobel Prize for his research on the digestive system.