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In the 1970s, mathematician Paul Cohen predicted that “at
some unspecified future time, mathematicians would be replaced by
computers.” by EconoTimes.
Photo: Paul Joseph Cohen
It’s a theory that has unsettled many in the field of mathematics.
With the rise of artificial intelligence, is it just a matter of time before Cohen’s prediction comes true? Will we reach a stage in which mathematics becomes so computerized and automated that a human is no longer needed.
In this article, we discuss AI and mathematics, how their roles overlap, and whether it’s possible that artificial intelligence may replace the mathematician.
What is mathematics?
Mathematics is one of the oldest and most respected sciences and the foundation for many other sciences and industries in which it is applied. Mathematics is split into two categories: theoretical mathematics (also called pure mathematics) and applied mathematics...
What is artificial intelligence?
When most people think of artificial intelligence, they may visualize a talking robotic serving their morning coffee. While robotics is one form of AI, the field is much broader and more complex than that...
Machine learning underpins data science, and mathematical algorithms are what machine learning software is based on. Therefore, data scientists need to understand the mathematics behind machine learning algorithms. In fact, some degrees in mathematics now also include data science in the curriculum.
Source: EconoTimes
