September/October 2021

Features

A Robot That Can Change Your Mind
Feature

A Robot That Can Change Your Mind

By Srivathsan Karanai Margan
Chatbots are software programs that were originally designed to mimic human conversations. Over the years, technological growth in artificial intelligence (AI) and natural language processing (NLP) has resulted in tremendous progress in the capabilities of this humanized interface.

Departments

Weathering Changes
Inside Track

Weathering Changes

By Eric P. Harding
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about transitions. Maybe my musings are brought about by the advent of a new school year; my kids are gearing up for a return to in-person instruction as I’m writing this, and the excitement is palpable.

Team Up With the Academy
President's Message

Team Up With the Academy

By Tom Campbell
It’s early September, and for many that means back-to-school. It’s been a while since our household has felt the excitement of a new school year, but I remember my children sharing their experiences at school.

Multigraphs
Puzzles

Multigraphs

By Stephen Meskin
I came across the following interesting problem from the 61st Annual International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO), which was held remotely on Sept. 20 & 21, 2020. The IMO is the world’s leading mathematical competition for high school students.