Google’s DeepMind collaborated with mathematicians to resolve the Kármán-Howarth equation (a 80-year-old turbulence theory problem) and the Rota’s conjecture in combinatorics.
Technical Insight:
- AI identified hidden symmetries in datasets of PDE solutions, guiding mathematicians to proofs.
- Published in Nature, the work marks the first time AI has contributed to pure mathematics at this level.
Applications:
- Aerodynamics: Improved turbulence modeling for fuel-efficient aircraft.
- Cryptography: New frameworks for quantum-resistant encryption.
Impact: The AI acts as an “intuition amplifier,” revealing patterns humans overlook.
Quote: “This reshapes how we do mathematics,” said Fields Medalist Terence Tao.