Why Does Maths Give Humans the Edge Over Machines? - With Junaid Mubeen

Explore the unique advantages humans have over machines in mathematics in this 58-minute lecture from The Royal Institution. Delve into seven key areas of intelligence where human mathematical abilities surpass those of computers. Discover how mathematical thinking has evolved over millennia, giving humans an edge in reasoning, imagination, and questioning. Learn about the limitations of machine learning in adapting to societal changes and the power of mathematical proof. Examine fascinating concepts like the traveling salesman problem and engage with thought-provoking ideas about human-computer interactions in mathematics. Gain insights into developing your own mathematical superpowers and understand why human intelligence remains crucial in the age of advanced computing.

Introduction
Human-machine collaboration in maths
The rebrand of maths
The 5 principles of mathematical intelligence
The principle of reasoning
Can machine learning keep up with society?
The power of mathematical proof
The principle of imagination
The principle of questioning
The travelling salesman problem
Conversations with a computer