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Ugly Mathematics: Why Do Mathematicians Dislike Computer-Assisted Proofs?

Authors :
Montaño, Ulianov
Source :
Mathematical Intelligencer. Dec2012, Vol. 34 Issue 4, p21-28. 8p.
Publication Year :
2012

Abstract

The author discusses an analogy between narratives and mathematical proofs that tries to account in a simple manner for the ugliness of computer-assisted proofs. He mentions that the ugliness is not essentially associated to methodological or epistemic problems with the evidence. He states that nonbeautiful proof may just be an uninspiring toward where mathematicians reveal indifference.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03436993
Volume :
34
Issue :
4
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Mathematical Intelligencer
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
83848280
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00283-012-9325-9