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Algebraic Theories And Effects: Reconciling Operational And Denotational Semantics

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Formalizing Computation Through Algebraic Theories Initial algebras provide a powerful denotational model for formalizing the meanings of computer programs. As mathematical constructs, initial algebras capture the essence of data types and recursion in a language-independent way. Programming languages such as Haskell and ML implement type systems based on initial algebras, enabling modular reasoning about programs….

Techniques For Reducing Special Cases Of Sat To Hornsat

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The Boolean Satisfiability Problem The Boolean satisfiability problem (SAT) is the problem of determining whether there exists an interpretation that satisfies a given Boolean formula. More formally, SAT asks whether there exists an assignment of truth values to the variables of a Boolean formula that makes the formula evaluate to true. SAT is a canonical…

Topos Theory And Linear Logic: New Paradigms For Constructive Reasoning

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Constructing Meaning in Mathematics Categorical foundations provide a semantic framework for constructing meaning and intuitionistic reasoning in topos theory. The category theory underpinning topos establishes powerful logics for formalizing mathematical concepts and structures. Internally, toposes host intuitionistic and constructive logical systems that align better with computational and constructive mathematics. Categorical Foundations of Topos Theory As…

Qma=Pp: A Potential Path To Resolving Ph⊆Pp

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Quantum Merlin-Arthur (QMA) proof systems are a model of quantum computation whereby a computationally unbounded prover Merlin sends a quantum state to the verifier Arthur, who checks the state by performing an efficient quantum computation. The class QMA captures the computational power of quantum proofs. In contrast, Probabilistic Polynomial-time (PP) defines the class of decision…

Categorical Foundations For Semantics Of Quantum Programming Languages

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Categorical Foundations of Quantum Programming Quantum programming languages allow the description and manipulation of quantum data and effects using classical control flow. To reason about and give semantics to these languages, the powerful mathematical framework of category theory is used. Categories provide objects and morphisms that can model quantum data and programs in an abstract…

Early Optimism For Geometric Complexity Theory

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The Promise of GCT In the early days of geometric complexity theory (GCT), researchers were filled with optimism about the potential for this new approach to resolve fundamental questions in computational complexity. GCT, first proposed by mathematician Ketan Mulmuley, attempts to characterize the inherent difficulty of computational problems using techniques from representation theory and algebraic…

Applying Category Theory To Elucidate Foundations Of Computation

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Formalizing Computation with Category Theory Category theory provides a formal framework for modeling different computational models and relating them to each other. A category consists of objects and morphisms between those objects. Objects can represent computational models such as lambda calculus or Turing machines, while morphisms represent structure-preserving mappings between those models. Key aspects of…

When Do Barriers Actually Obstruct Progress?

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Defining Obstacles in Innovative Endeavors As researchers and innovators seek to push boundaries and make new discoveries, they inevitably encounter impediments along the way. These obstacles arise from both tangible constraints as well as psychological barriers. Tangible constraints include technical limitations of tools and technologies, lack of resources, and gaps in knowledge. The mathematical intractability…

Upper Bounds For Lower Bounds: An Unexpected Strategy

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In complexity theory and related fields, we often aim to prove lower bounds on the resources required to solve computational problems. However, directly proving strong lower bounds has remained notoriously difficult for many critical problems. In this article, we will explore an unexpected and indirect strategy for making progress on this challenge – by instead…

Relativization Strikes Again: Understanding Ph Vs Pp Through Oracle Separations

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The Power of Relativization in Complexity Theory Relativization is a powerful technique in computational complexity theory that allows comparing the relative computational power of complexity classes. It involves considering complexity classes in the context of oracle Turing machines. An oracle is an abstract device that can solve a decision problem in one step. By relativizing…