mathematicians
Coverage of mathematicians in the Nexus archive.
- Math predicts humans could go extinct in about 17,000 years
Mathematicians have predicted humanity's potential extinction in approximately 17,000 years, though the specific causes remain unspecified.
- Mathematicians sign declaration to rein in AI use
Mathematicians have signed a declaration proposing rules to limit artificial intelligence's influence in mathematics, aiming to prevent AI from overpowering human capabilities in the field.
- A golden age of maths is dawning and mathematicians are freaking out
Mathematicians are surprised by AI's progress in solving complex math problems, leading to questions about the future role of humans in the field.
- Aim high but don't shoot for the moon, mathematicians advise
Mathematicians developed a mathematical model showing that the optimal strategy for people weighing outcomes is to be ambitious but not excessively so. The model suggests balancing high goals with realistic expectations.
- Start-ups are racing to revolutionise mathematics with AI
AI start-ups with significant funding are hiring mathematicians to develop AI systems aimed at solving complex mathematical problems and advancing the creation of more intelligent AI.
- ‘It is incredible’: How AI is transforming mathematics
Artificial intelligence is transforming mathematics with surprising advances, radically altering the profession of mathematicians. Mathematicians are starting to realize the potential of AI in their field. AI could change how math is done and understood.
- Maths enters its AI era
Mathematicians are exploring the use of Large Language Models to advance mathematical research and push the boundaries of the field. This development marks the beginning of an AI era in mathematics. The intersection of maths and AI is expected to lead to new discoveries.
- This donut-shaped discovery just shattered a 150-year math rule
A 150-year-old geometry rule was disproven as mathematicians discovered two doughnut-shaped surfaces that appear identical when measured locally but differ globally. This breakthrough challenges the understanding of how local measurements relate to global forms in mathematics.
- The ‘Lonely Runner’ Problem Only Appears Simple
The 'Lonely Runner' problem involves runners on a circular track with unique, constant speeds. Mathematicians have struggled for decades to determine how many runners will inevitably end up isolated, regardless of their speed.
- AI models could offer mathematicians a common language
AI models may provide mathematicians with a shared language to streamline proof verification processes. This development could significantly enhance collaboration and accuracy in mathematical research.