UCLA Prof Quanquan Gu Clarifies: AI-Assisted Verifiable Proofs Are Progress for Humanity
QuanquanGu · x · 2026-09-13
UCLA professor Quanquan Gu clarified his stance amid the controversy over AI-assisted mathematical proofs: he deeply respects mathematicians and math, and concerns around data use, attribution, and research norms are valid and should be carefully addressed. His core point stands, however: if AI helps produce a rigorous, independently verifiable proof, that is progress for humanity. The statement attempts to draw a line between respecting academic norms and embracing AI-accelerated research.
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