Chinese neurosurgery resident solves 22-year-old math problem with GPT-5.6
HealthcareAIGuy · x · 2026-08-18
A Chinese neurosurgery resident used GPT-5.6 Sol to solve a 22-year-old math problem, verified by leading mathematicians. He discovered the problem via brain-ultrasound research and taught himself the necessary math, highlighting the power of experts combined with AI.
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