This turns out to be a parable about the long and winding road that runs from mere hypotheses through lab results and real-world data, and then on to solid truth.
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Daniel Engber,
The Atlantic,
11 July 2026
Powar explained that these systems are increasingly capable of working independently for extended periods, testing hypotheses, solving problems, and adapting their approach without constant human input.
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Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
10 July 2026
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