Researchers identify mathematical patterns in abstract art (opens in new tab)

Researchers are applying mathematics and neuroscience to questions about why people respond to art. One new line of work reported a “golden rule” in abstract art. Scientific American described the finding as a mathematical ratio that could help explain why some AI-generated art does not evoke awe in viewers, while ZME Science said the work points to hidden structure in abstract art that current AI systems have not replicated. Smithsonian Magazine separately reported that neuroscientists are u...