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For the mathematical technique, see mathematical induction.

"Proof by Induction" is a 2021 science fiction short story by José Pablo Iriarte. It was first published in Uncanny Magazine.

Synopsis

Paulie is a mathematician who uses a recording of his dead father's mind in an attempt to solve a particularly difficult problem.

Reception

"Proof by Induction" was a finalist for the 2022 Hugo Award for Best Short Story,[1] and for the Nebula Award for Best Short Story of 2021.[2]

References

  1. ^ 2022 Hugo Awards at TheHugoAwards.org; retrieved May 4, 2022
  2. ^ Proof by Induction at Science Fiction Writers of America; retrieved May 4, 2022


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