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Re:Mathematicians just solved a 125-year-old problem, unitin... by pepinator on Saturday April 26, 2025 @01:08AM (#43801103)
Peer review is important for checking the correctness of the results, among other things. It's not uncommon to find big errors; small mistakes are everywhere.
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Re:Mathematicians just solved a 125-year-old problem, unitin... by trod1234 on Saturday April 26, 2025 @01:40AM (#43801206)
Its easier to tear down than build up. Resilient structures are tested structures and last the longest.
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Re:Mathematicians just solved a 125-year-old problem, unitin... by drumnerd on Saturday April 26, 2025 @06:45AM (#43802461)
Peer review is of utmost importance. Any researcher can make mistakes. I can read papers and apply them, but I need expert opinion to trust the papers. I am not skilled enough in any but my specialties.

I do see papers with outlandish claims and very weak support. This kind of excessively bold statement I see in many papers is a red flag for me.

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Re:Mathematicians just solved a 125-year-old problem, unitin... by jsbisviewtiful on Monday April 28, 2025 @02:14PM (#43824310)
Questioning the importance of peer review seems like rage bait.
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