According to Lex Fridman (@lexfridman), his recent conversation with renowned mathematician Terence Tao highlighted the emerging role of artificial intelligence in addressing some of the hardest problems in mathematics and physics. Tao discussed how advanced AI systems can assist researchers by automating complex computations, generating novel conjectures, and analyzing vast datasets, which accelerates mathematical discovery and problem-solving. The discussion emphasized practical AI applications in theoretical research and suggested that future AI-powered tools could unlock significant breakthroughs in both academic and industrial settings (source: Lex Fridman Twitter, June 14, 2025).