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2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

DeepMind and OpenAI models solve maths problems at level of top students

fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Spanish mathematician Javier Gomez Serrano and Google DeepMind team up to solve the Navier-Stokes million-dollar problem

fromArs Technica
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

New study shows why simulated reasoning AI models don't yet live up to their billing

Current AI models perform well with basic math but struggle with complex proof reasoning needed for competitions like Math Olympiads.
fromNature
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

DeepMind and OpenAI models solve maths problems at level of top students

fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Spanish mathematician Javier Gomez Serrano and Google DeepMind team up to solve the Navier-Stokes million-dollar problem

Artificial intelligence
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

New study shows why simulated reasoning AI models don't yet live up to their billing

Current AI models perform well with basic math but struggle with complex proof reasoning needed for competitions like Math Olympiads.
Science
fromWIRED
2 days ago

This New Pyramid-Like Shape Always Lands With the Same Side Up

The mysteries of the tetrahedron persist despite being a foundational geometric shape, including questions about its packing and stability.
#fibonacci-sequence
fromAeon
3 weeks ago
philosophy

Spiral into the 'golden ratio' - and separate the myths from the maths | Aeon Videos

fromAeon
3 weeks ago
philosophy

Spiral into the 'golden ratio' - and separate the myths from the maths | Aeon Videos

#education
fromChalkbeat
3 weeks ago
Education

Meet the teacher who helped turn around her high school with small group math instruction

fromOpen Culture
2 months ago
History

The World's Oldest Homework: A Look at Babylonian Math Homework from 4,000 Years Ago

Homework is becoming less fashionable in some educational circles, but it does not indicate a decline in educational standards.
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 months ago
Women in technology

Government launches 8.2m plan to encourage girls into AI | Computer Weekly

The UK government is investing in education to increase girls' participation in advanced maths and AI careers.
fromChalkbeat
3 weeks ago
Education

Meet the teacher who helped turn around her high school with small group math instruction

#harmonic-analysis
#physics
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 months ago
OMG science

Mathematicians Crack 125-Year-Old Problem, Unite Three Physics Theories

Hilbert's vision for mathematical physics continues to inspire significant advancements, with recent work unifying fundamental theories in fluid dynamics.
The collaboration between researchers showcases the ongoing importance of Hilbert's goals in modern mathematical physics.
fromOpen Culture
3 months ago
OMG science

The Map of Mathematics: Animation Shows How All the Different Fields in Math Fit Together

The Map of Mathematics visualizes the relationships between pure and applied mathematics and their sub-topics, enhancing understanding through animation.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 months ago

Mathematicians Crack 125-Year-Old Problem, Unite Three Physics Theories

Hilbert's vision for mathematical physics continues to inspire significant advancements, with recent work unifying fundamental theories in fluid dynamics.
The collaboration between researchers showcases the ongoing importance of Hilbert's goals in modern mathematical physics.
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

A 'Grand Unified Theory' of Math Just Got a Little Bit Closer

Recent findings in modularity open new pathways to solving longstanding mathematical problems.
Music
fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

Best karaoke songs, according to science - is YOUR favourite on list?

Choosing the right karaoke song scientifically boosts mood and enjoyment.
#openai
fromwww.nature.com
3 weeks ago

Mathematicians Just Cracked a Legendary ProblemHere's Why It Matters

Research has validated the geometric Langlands conjecture, opening new avenues for inquiry and establishing connections between various mathematical domains.
fromHackernoon
3 weeks ago

Improvements in TensorFlow Type Promotion Reduce Bit-Widening Risks | HackerNoon

New type promotion improves consistency in tensor operations.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago

This Number System Beats Binary, But Most Computers Can't Use It

Different numeral systems represent numbers in varying complexities; binary is prevalent for computers despite other systems like ternary existing.
History
fromNature
3 weeks ago

'Controlled chaos': how to create an environment that fosters genius

Stanisław Ulam and notable mathematicians collaborated at the Scottish Cafe in Lviv, developing key mathematical theories and engaging locals with problem-solving.
fromNature
3 weeks ago

The breakthrough proof bringing mathematics closer to a grand unified theory

"It's a huge triumph. But rather than closing a door, this proof throws open a dozen others," says David Ben-Zvi at the University of Texas at Austin, who was not involved with the work.
Science
fromRuslan's Blog
4 weeks ago

Book Notes: The Dark Art of Linear Algebra by Seth Braver - Chapter 1 Review

A vector is defined as an arrow, signifying displacement, which reshapes the understanding of linear algebra.
Science
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 weeks ago

What is the smallest space in which a needle can be rotated to point in the opposite direction? This mathematician has finally solved the Kakeya conjecture

Hong Wang and Joshua Zahl solved the Kakeya conjecture in three dimensions, a significant achievement in mathematics.
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

Thirty Mathematicians Took On AI In a Battle For the Ages

Human mathematicians and OpenAI's o4-mini model competed, revealing the model's strengths and weaknesses.
Poker
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Foolproof way to win any jackpot, according to maths

Winning the lottery is improbable without significant resources, and the U.S. Powerball has over 11 million possible ticket combinations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Can you solve it? The world's most fascinating number revealed!

The number 108 holds significant cultural, spiritual, and mathematical importance across various traditions and disciplines.
fromHarvard Gazette
1 month ago

Mounting case against notion that boys are born better at math - Harvard Gazette

No intrinsic gender differences in math and science aptitude exist until formal education begins.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

How a Puzzle About Fractions Got Brain Scans Rolling

Triangular numbers, illustrated by bowling pins, connect simple games to deep mathematical concepts, showing their relevance outside traditional mathematics.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Student Solves a Long-Standing Problem About the Limits of Addition

A new proof reveals complex patterns in addition, specifically regarding sum-free sets of integers.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Which archipelago is home to Norway's polar bears? The Saturday quiz

March 14 and July 22 are celebrated as Pi Day and a day related to Pi, respectively, highlighting the mathematical significance of this number in mathematics.
Mobile UX
fromwww.nature.com
1 month ago

Boys surpass girls in maths in the first year of school

Understanding when gender gaps in mathematics emerge is critical for intervention. Martinot et al. emphasize that these gaps are noticeable starting in the first year of school.
Women in technology
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

The Hidden Game Theory of Sherlock Holmes

Game theory has roots in Sherlock Holmes stories, illustrating decision-making through the dynamics between Holmes and Moriarty.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Mark Hamill Considers the Odds

Mark Hamill's character in 'The Life of Chuck' demonstrates the intersection of math and life, portraying it as vital and beautiful.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

How Bees, Beer Cans and Data Solve the Same Packing Problem

When you buy cans of beer or soda in bulk, it can be hard to find a good place to store them. The familiar packaging pattern is slightly inefficient.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

Mathematicians Come Up with Mind-Blowing' Method for Defining Prime Numbers

The search for prime numbers continues as mathematicians uncover new patterns and criteria for identifying them, reflecting their complexity.
#geometry
fromQuanta Magazine
2 months ago

Does Form Really Shape Function? | Quanta Magazine

Mahadevan is driven by a remarkable curiosity about the intersection of mathematics, physics, and biology, exploring how form influences function across a range of phenomena.
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Science
fromNature
2 months ago

Peter Lax obituary: mathematician who pioneered computer-based solutions to real-world problems

Peter Lax was a groundbreaking mathematician recognized for connecting pure and applied mathematics, notably awarded the Abel Prize in 2005.
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Scientist reveals size of a MEATBALL made from the entire human race

A human meatball formed from the entire population would be about 0.6 miles wide.
fromBig Think
2 months ago

From Messiaen to Radiohead: How great music uses prime numbers

Messiaen's mastery of rhythm creates profound illusions of time and repetition in his music.
#programming
fromHackernoon
10 months ago
Growth hacking

A Guide on How to Boost Function Performance and Achieve Execution Over 10 Million Times Faster | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
10 months ago
Growth hacking

A Guide on How to Boost Function Performance and Achieve Execution Over 10 Million Times Faster | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
6 months ago

Eigenvector Perturbation in Aligning Matrix Construction for ESPRIT | HackerNoon

The article discusses the ESPRIT algorithm and its error scaling properties in spectral estimation.
fromOpen Culture
2 months ago

The World Record for the Shortest Math Article: 2 Words

John Conway and Alexander Soifer submitted a two-word math paper, provoking debate about article length and the value of brevity in scholarly communication.
#ai
fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Memorial Minute for Charles Dacre Parsons, 91 - Harvard Gazette

Charles Dacre Parsons was a philosopher of logic and mathematics known for clarifying difficult issues, providing judicious proposals, and analyzing longstanding problems and their solutions.
philosophy
#puzzles
fromInfoQ
3 months ago

DeepSeek Launches Prover-V2 Open-Source LLM for Formal Math Proofs

The DeepSeek research team has expanded their evaluation framework with a new benchmark collection designed specifically for formal theorem proving assessment. This includes ProverBench, a collection of 325 formalized problems.
Scala
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 months ago

The Strange and Surprising History of the Once-Rejected Zero

Zero represents a unique concept in mathematics; it is the only real number that is neither positive nor negative, often misunderstood and associated with negativity.
Digital life
fromHackernoon
6 months ago

Spectral Estimation Algorithms: Prony's, ESPRIT, MUSIC & More | HackerNoon

Quantum computing stands to revolutionize various fields, but the path to practical, large-scale quantum systems remains filled with complex challenges. Researchers are addressing these with innovative approaches.
Women in technology
fromHackernoon
6 months ago

Optimal Error Scaling of ESPRIT Algorithm Demonstrated | HackerNoon

The paper presents a novel analysis that establishes optimal error scaling for the ESPRIT algorithm.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

I missed talking math with people': why John Urschel left the NFL for MIT

Urschel's journey reflects a remarkable balance between academia and athletics, showing that pursuing dual passions can lead to unique career paths and insights.
National Football League
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

'The Wonder Years' star Danica McKellar opens up about escaping Hollywood's 'superficiality'

I needed to find out who else I was. For me, the way I could find out was just to do something else and really exercise my brain.
Women in technology
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Be square and get to the root of it! Celebrate Square Root Day today!

Cinco de Mayo is also celebrated as Square Root Day, highlighting mathematical coincidences and creativity.
Poker
fromWIRED
3 months ago

Why Pigeons at Rest Are at the Center of Complexity Theory

Inverting the pigeonhole principle reveals new insights into verifying solutions within computational problems.
fromQuanta Magazine
3 months ago

Mathematical Beauty, Truth and Proof in the Age of AI | Quanta Magazine

The best proofs are works of art, combining rigor, elegance, creativity, and beauty, which reflects a distinctly human activity in understanding the world.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
3 months ago

DARPA calls for AI proposals to accelerate math research

These fields have experienced changes but mathematics hasn't, and what we want to do is bring that change to mathematics.
Artificial intelligence
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 months ago

Alan Turing's Lost Work Could Reveal How Tigers Got Their Stripes

Alan Turing's contributions to mathematics and biology reveal the interconnectedness of his work in cryptography, computing, and pattern formation.
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