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Schrödinger’s chat: can AI and scientists co-exist?

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In recent weeks, AI has solved hundreds of previously unanswered maths problems. Our correspondents ask if machines can do the same in other areas of science and what role human researchers may play. Why crisps are getting chunkier and chocolate chewier. And celebrating the life and work of author Annie Dillard.

Watch extended clips from Insider here.

Guests and host:

  • Alex Hern, AI writer
  • Alok Jha, science editor
  • Avantika Chilkoti, global business writer
  • Ann Wroe, obituaries editor
  • Rosie Blau, co-host of “The Intelligence”
  • Jason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence”

Topics covered:

  • Scientific research, mathpocalypse, AI
  • Crisps, snacks, texture, crunchtok
  • Annie Dillard, nature, obituary

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