The Proof in the Code traces efforts to digitally verify mathematical truths

Journalist Kevin Hartnett chronicles how code-checking tools and AI are being used to tackle difficult math problems.Journalist Kevin Hartnett chronicles how code-checking tools and AI are being used to tackle difficult math problems.  

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Math long resisted a digital disruption. AI is poised to change that

The painstaking process of formalization to verify proofs is starting to surge thanks to AI. That could radically change the way people do math.The painstaking process of formalization to verify proofs is starting to surge thanks to AI. That could radically change the way people do math.  

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The painstaking process of formalization to verify proofs is starting to surge thanks to AI. That could radically change the way people do math.

Is AI bad for critical thinking? It depends on when you use it

Using AI later in solving tough problems boosts critical thinking and memory, a study shows, highlighting trade-offs between speed and reasoning.Using AI later in solving tough problems boosts critical thinking and memory, a study shows, highlighting trade-offs between speed and reasoning.  

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Using AI later in solving tough problems boosts critical thinking and memory, a study shows, highlighting trade-offs between speed and reasoning.

Some GLP-1 drugs are more effective for those with specific gene variants

In a study, people with gene variants in two genes lost slightly more weight on GLP-1 drugs, but threw up more on Zepbound.In a study, people with gene variants in two genes lost slightly more weight on GLP-1 drugs, but threw up more on Zepbound.  

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In a study, people with gene variants in two genes lost slightly more weight on GLP-1 drugs, but threw up more on Zepbound.

Science behind the scenes

Editor in chief Nancy Shute discusses the fascinating world of constructed languages, our behind-the-scenes look at a vast science museum collection, and how some mathematicians are embracing AI to check complex proofs.Editor in chief Nancy Shute discusses the fascinating world of constructed languages, our behind-the-scenes look at a vast science museum collection, and how some mathematicians are embracing AI to check complex proofs.  

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Editor in chief Nancy Shute discusses the fascinating world of constructed languages, our behind-the-scenes look at a vast science museum collection, and how some mathematicians are embracing AI to check complex proofs.

Humidity makes these bees turn green

North American sweat bees change color depending on the surrounding humidity. It might be a more widespread phenomenon among insects.North American sweat bees change color depending on the surrounding humidity. It might be a more widespread phenomenon among insects.  

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North American sweat bees change color depending on the surrounding humidity. It might be a more widespread phenomenon among insects.

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