Math is key to AI progress, expert says

Mathematics forms the backbone of modern artificial intelligence (AI), with advanced AI capabilities, predictive power and logical reasoning deeply rooted in mathematical equations, frameworks and data algorithms, said Reheena Nasrin of the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Speaking at a three-day international conference on “Computation Science and Intelligent Engineering”, organized by the Department of Mathematics at Siddhartha Academy of Higher Education (Deemed-to-be-University), she emphasized that a solid mathematical foundation will remain essential for the future advancement of digital intelligence.

The final day of technical sections included lectures by prominent experts. G. Sobhalatha of Sri Krishnadevaraya University, Anantapur, spoke on “Lexicographic Product Graph”, while Bukke Kiran Naik, Scientist, National Institute of Technology (NIT), Rourkela, delivered a talk on “Intelligent Thermodynamics”, focusing on data-driven systems optimization and energy-water nexus solutions.

Conference organizer Charan announced that more than 200 research papers were presented by academicians and researchers from renowned universities across India, reflecting the conference’s contribution to academic research and knowledge exchange. The judges presented certificates of participation and excellence to the paper presenters.

The valedictory session was attended by Vice-Chancellor P. Venkateswara Rao, Pro-Vice-Chancellor AV Ratna Prasad, Dean D. Venkata Rao and Registrar M. Ravichand.

Head of the Department of Mathematics Ch. Baby Rani, Head of Faculty K. Hemalatha, J. Siva Ram Prasad and MVDNS Madhavi, other faculty members, heads of departments, research staff and students also participated in the programme.

Published – 07 Nov 2026 23:35 IST