An Information-Theoretic Foreshadowing of Mathematicians' Sudden Insights
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A new study uses information theory to explain the sudden insights experienced by mathematicians, providing a theoretical framework for understanding creative breakthroughs. The lack of comments suggests a calm reception, with the score indicating moderate interest.
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