Kevin Lu

Computer Science & Mathematics // 2026

Genetic programming: How machine learning is evolving to solve math problems

Culture, Technology / /

In 1859, Charles Darwin published his groundbreaking theory of evolution in “On the Origin of Species,” where he introduced the world to the concept of natural selection. In the struggle for existence and reproduction, the strongest would survive, passing on their advantageous genes to their offspring. Never could Darwin have envisioned that centuries later, such […]

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The dog days of AI: Unraveling the secrets of canine scent

Biology, Technology / /

A simple dog walk is an odyssey of olfactory exploration. As they venture outdoors, dogs eagerly dart around to investigate various scents — poop, carcasses, and fire hydrants are like neon beacons to them. While humans have a decent sense of smell, dogs reign supreme in the olfactory realm. This difference is rooted in biology.

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Making AI more “human”: A conversation with Northeastern AI professor Lawson Wong

Technology, World / /

What is “intelligence”? Large language models like ChatGPT have showcased an impressive ability to generate human-like responses that appear highly intelligent. The current trend in AI development seems to revolve around creating increasingly larger models, with billions upon billions of parameters, as a path toward achieving general-purpose AI. However, Yann Lecun, chief AI scientist at

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Beneath the bandages: A fresh look into mummification

World / /

The word “mummy” often conjures images of King Tut, the Pyramids, and Indiana Jones’s excursions into royal tombs. Lying within the polished stone sarcophagus, the mummy’s body is perfectly preserved, as if frozen in time. The skin, now leathery and dry beneath the bandages, stretches over bones that hint at a once-regal face. While mummification

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Trials of the Golden Fleece: What bees must overcome when collecting pollen

Biology / /

Contrary to our peaceful perception of the humble bee, foraging for pollen can be a treacherous journey filled with seduction and trickery. Bees don’t get a “free lunch” in their mutualistic relationship with flowers. Instead, flowers often exploit bees as vessels for pollination, forcing them to endure trials reminiscent of Jason’s endeavors for the Golden

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