Alexandros Sopasakis, an associate professor of mathematics at Lund University, will give a talk on the current capabilities of AI as a tool to address mathematical problems in both academic and professional settings.

Abstract: Artificial Intelligence has made significant strides in mathematical problem-solving, evolving from basic applications like Photomath to more advanced reasoning models like ChatGPT. This presentation will explore the best, state-of-the-art, AI systems currently available which are capable of tackling complex mathematical questions, including their underlying technologies, strengths, and limitations. We will also examine the progression of these tools, from Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and Natural Language Processing (NLP) to more recent innovations in reasoning models. Through hands-on demonstrations, participants will experience how AI can assist, or fail, in solving a variety of mathematical problems and discover the potential future applications of AI in both academic and professional settings. We will also take a brief look of future trends of the current technology.

About the speaker: Alexandros Sopasakis is an associate professor of mathematics at Lund University with research interests in machine learning and artificial intelligence.