Can we use Asimov’s three laws of robotics in the real world? In the past few weeks, the news was abuzz with talk of a Google engineer who claimed that one of the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) systems had gained sentience. Google was quick to contradict the … 20. Jul 2022 | By Andrei Mihai | 15 comments
How AI and Satellites are Working Together to Detail Permafrost Thaw We know that ice is melting. But knowing exactly what parts are melting and how this will impact the bigger picture is a different challenge. Read more 27. Apr 2022 | By Andrei Mihai | 2 comments
There’s a new exhibition in Heidelberg — meet I AM A.I. It’s time to take a trip down AI lane. Read more 16. Mar 2022 | By Andrei Mihai | 0 comments
Truchet Tilings Mathematics is often about patterns, symmetry and the rich detail you find in complex systems. But that doesn’t mean it has to be complicated – sometimes simple ideas can lead to complex and beautiful results. … 23. Feb 2022 | By Katie Steckles | 3 comments
AI is helping astronomers discover new planets Discovering exoplanets is not just for humans anymore. Read more 09. Feb 2022 | By Andrei Mihai | 2 comments
AIs are scouring through thousands of compounds to find delicious meat alternatives Vegetarian burgers are better for animals, better for the planet, and probably better for you, but finding recipes that are nutritious and tasty is challenging. AI may be able to help. Read more 26. Jan 2022 | By Andrei Mihai | 5 comments
Theorems from theorems I often describe mathematics to people as the process of building up a collection of tools, which can then be used by others to do mathematics, build up more tools, and eventually solve real-world problems … 19. Jan 2022 | By Katie Steckles | 3 comments
Sprint Out of Being Stuck This HLFF Spotlight shines on Pooja Bharadwaj and her project Life Sprint, which consists of a virtual workshop and method-based coaching program to help young researchers reevaluate issues in their careers and strategize lasting solutions. Read more 22. Dec 2021 | By Wylder Green | 0 comments
AI can partner up with human intuition to make new discoveries in mathematics It’s the first time machine learning has been used to create new proofs. Read more 15. Dec 2021 | By Andrei Mihai | 1 comment
Magic in the Square Around this time of year, magic seems to be everywhere – the magic of Christmas, the beauty of falling snowflakes, and the wonder of coming together and sharing the darkest part of the year with … 08. Dec 2021 | By Katie Steckles | 0 comments