Graph neural networks improve logic reasoning for large datasets.
problem Combining logic reasoning and probabilistic inference for large datasets.
method Exploring Graph Neural Networks (GNNs) for Markov Logic Networks (MLN) to improve probabilistic logic inference.
result ExpressGNN, a more expressive variant of GNN, can perform effective probabilistic logic inference and scale to large datasets.
pLogicNet combines logic rules and embeddings for efficient knowledge graph reasoning.
problem Efficiently predicting missing facts in knowledge graphs.
method Combines Markov Logic Networks with knowledge graph embeddings using variational EM algorithm.
result pLogicNet outperforms traditional methods on multiple knowledge graphs.
ProbKT uses probabilistic logical reasoning to train object detection models with weak supervision.
problem Training object detection models requires instance-level annotations, which are often unavailable.
method ProbKT, a framework based on probabilistic logical reasoning, uses arbitrary types of weak supervision.
result ProbKT leads to significant improvement and better generalization compared to existing baselines.
Deep learning is very effective at jointly learning feature representations and classification models, especially when dealing with high dimensional input patterns. Probabilistic logic reasoning, on the other hand, is capable to take consistent and robust decisions in complex environments. The integration of deep learn…
A-NeSI scales approximate inference for probabilistic neurosymbolic learning.
problem Combining neural networks with symbolic reasoning for scalable inference.
method A-NeSI: a new framework for PNL using neural networks for approximate inference.
result A-NeSI achieves scalable approximate inference without semantic changes.
A new probabilistic model for semi-supervised learning unifies various methods.
problem Combining different aspects of data distribution for semi-supervised learning.
method A probabilistic model that interprets and improves upon existing SSL methods.
result The model unifies various SSL methods and extends to neuro-symbolic learning.
Neural Logic Reasoning integrates deep learning and symbolic logic for better prediction tasks.
problem Lack of cognitive reasoning in deep neural networks limits their ability to solve complex prediction tasks.
method Proposes Logic-Integrated Neural Network (LINN) that learns logical operations and conducts propositional logical reasoning.
result LINN significantly outperforms state-of-the-art recommendation models in Top-K recommendation.
NLN learns logical reasoning from neural networks.
problem Lack of logical reasoning in deep neural networks.
method Dynamic neural architecture that builds computational graph based on logical expressions, learns logical operations as neural modules, conducts propositional logical reasoning.
result NLN significantly outperforms state-of-the-art models on collaborative filtering and personalized recommendation tasks.
Graph neural networks struggle with proving unsatisfiability in complex logical formulas.
problem Proving unsatisfiability in complex logical formulas.
method Investigating the limitations of graph neural networks in logical reasoning tasks.
result Graph neural networks may fail in certifying unsatisfiability in Boolean formulae.
The field of statistical relational learning aims at unifying logic and probability to reason and learn from data. Perhaps the most successful paradigm in the field is probabilistic logic programming: the enabling of stochastic primitives in logic programming, which is now increasingly seen to provide a declarative bac…
NLM combines neural networks and logic programming for complex reasoning.
problem Complex reasoning tasks involving logic and properties.
method Neural-symbolic architecture combining neural networks and logic programming.
result NLM achieves perfect generalization on various tasks.
HyperFair integrates fairness in recommender systems using probabilistic soft logic.
problem Ensuring fairness in recommender systems across diverse domains.
method Soft fairness constraints integrated as regularization in a joint inference objective function.
result HyperFair improves fairness of predictions from black-box models and hybrid systems.
2-simplicial Transformer enhances logical reasoning in reinforcement learning.
problem Logical reasoning in reinforcement learning.
method Introduces 2-simplicial Transformer with higher-dimensional attention and tensor product updates. result Shows effectiveness of 2-simplicial Transformer for logical reasoning. Unified tensor network formalism for combining neural and symbolic AI.
problem Combining neural and symbolic AI approaches remains a challenge.
method Introduces a tensor network formalism capturing sparsity principles.
result Unified treatment identifies tensor network contractions as a fundamental inference class.
Arriving at the complete probabilistic knowledge of a domain, i.e., learning how all variables interact, is indeed a demanding task. In reality, settings often arise for which an individual merely possesses partial knowledge of the domain, and yet, is expected to give adequate answers to a variety of posed queries. Tha…
COLEP improves robustness of conformal prediction via probabilistic circuits.
problem Adversarial perturbations can undermine the coverage guarantees of conformal prediction.
method COLEP uses probabilistic circuits to learn and reason about different semantic concepts, providing certifiable coverage guarantees.
result COLEP achieves higher prediction coverage and accuracy than a single model, especially with non-trivial knowledge models.
Paper improves robustness certification by integrating ML and logical reasoning.
problem Limited robustness certification under perturbation radius.
method Integrates statistical ML models with logical reasoning using Markov logic networks.
result First certified robustness bound for MLN derived and experimentally validated.
Transformers improve logical reasoning on longer proofs but struggle with length.
problem Understanding systematic generalization in neural proof generation.
method Soft theorem-proving using Transformer models, evaluating logical consistency and inference accuracy.
result Transformers improve generalization with longer proofs but have difficulty with length.
Tensor logic aims to unify AI types with scalable and transparent features.
problem Lack of a unified AI programming language with scalability and transparency.
method Introduces tensor logic, a new AI language based on tensor equations.
result Tensor logic enables key AI forms like transformers, formal reasoning, and graphical models.
ENN neural network learns logical syllogisms using Euler diagrams.
problem Traditional neural networks struggle with logical reasoning, especially syllogisms.
method ENN represents logical relations as Euler diagrams, optimizing syllogism structures with a novel back-propagation algorithm.
result ENN can precisely represent and reason with all 24 syllogism structures.
Method integrates logical rules into neural multi-hop reasoning for drug repurposing.
problem Capturing long-range dependencies in biomedical data.
method Combines logical rules with neural multi-hop reasoning using reinforcement learning.
result Our method outperforms baseline methods in drug repurposing tasks.
Self-supervised skip-tree training improves mathematical reasoning in language models.
problem Improving logical reasoning in language models for formal mathematics.
method Self-supervised language modeling on mathematical formulas, skip-tree task.
result Models trained on skip-tree task outperform standard models in mathematical reasoning tasks.
SATNet integrates logical reasoning into deep learning with a differentiable MAXSAT solver.
problem Integrating logical reasoning into deep learning architectures.
method Differentiable MAXSAT solver based on fast coordinate descent for SDP.
result Minimally supervised learning of logical structures in deep learning systems.
New research challenges the independence assumption in neurosymbolic learning, leading to overconfident predictions and unrepresentable uncertainty.
problem The independence assumption in neurosymbolic learning systems can lead to overconfident predictions and hinder uncertainty quantification.
method The study proves the limitations of the independence assumption and introduces new loss functions that are non-convex and difficult to optimise.
result Neurosymbolic learning systems using the independence assumption are prone to overconfidence and cannot represent uncertainty over multiple valid options.
Unified model learns concepts across domains like left and right.
problem Limited generalization of language concepts in inference-only models.
method Logic-Enhanced Foundation Model (LEFT) with a differentiable, domain-independent program executor.
result LEFT flexibly learns and reasons with concepts across 2D images, 3D scenes, human motions, and robotic manipulation.
The paper explores how to learn models that respect constraints in probabilistic learning.
problem Learning models that respect declared constraints in probabilistic learning.
method Mathematical inquiry on tractable probabilistic models like sum-product networks.
result Determines conditions under which constraints can be integrated with model learning.
Improves deep learning interpretability through logical network construction.
problem Difficulty in understanding and explaining deep neural networks, especially convolution neural networks.
method Proposes a method to construct a logical network based on fully connected layers to improve interpretability.
result Improves the interpretability of deep learning processes and models.
Explaining neural network computation in terms of probabilistic/fuzzy logical operations has attracted much attention due to its simplicity and high interpretability. Different choices of logical operators such as AND, OR and XOR give rise to another dimension for network optimization, and in this paper, we study the o…
Kernel for STL formulae enables machine learning in temporal logic.
problem Lack of a kernel for STL formulae.
method Define a kernel for STL formulae and embed them into a Hilbert space.
result Kernel-based machine learning algorithms can now be applied to STL formulae.
Unified framework for hierarchical image classification with epistemic uncertainty.
problem Overconfident predictions and lack of logical consistency in deep learning models.
method Neurosymbolic approach with epistemic deep learning, using focal set reasoning and differentiable fuzzy logic.
result Maintains accuracy on par with transformer baselines while providing more calibrated and interpretable predictions.
Paper introduces scalable neural architecture for solving NP-hard problems.
problem Solving NP-hard reasoning problems from natural inputs.
method Scalable neural architecture and loss function for discrete Graphical Models.
result Empirically shows efficient learning of NP-hard problems.
GraIL predicts relations by reasoning over subgraphs, outperforming embeddings.
problem Relation prediction in knowledge graphs using latent representations is limited.
method Graph neural network with inductive bias to learn entity-independent relational semantics.
result GraIL outperforms existing rule-induction baselines in the inductive setting.
A framework isolates VQA reasoning from perception for better model evaluation.
problem Improper separation of visual perception and reasoning in VQA models.
method Introducing a framework and a top-down calibration technique to decouple reasoning from perception.
result Improved evaluation of VQA models by separating reasoning from perception.
S4 learns new self-supervision automatically, improving accuracy with less human effort.
problem Lack of direct supervision in machine learning.
method Combines deep learning and probabilistic logic to automatically generate and verify new self-supervision.
result S4 can automatically propose accurate self-supervision, matching supervised methods with less human effort.
The paper explores how different network architectures learn logical functions under GOTU, finding that a min-degree-interpolator is learned.
problem Learning logical functions with a focus on generalization on the unseen.
method Study of different network architectures trained by SGD under GOTU.
result For sparse functions and certain network models, a min-degree-interpolator is learned on the unseen.
A user-friendly interface constructs effective background knowledge from ER diagrams.
problem Inefficient construction of background knowledge by domain experts in ILP systems.
method Design of a graphical user interface to interact with Entity Relationship diagrams to construct modes for a probabilistic logic learning system.
result Domain experts can construct effective background knowledge on par with experts using the graphical interface.
CLUTRR benchmarks NLU systems' ability to infer logical rules from text.
problem NLU models' failure to generalize systematically and robustly.
method CLUTRR suite requires inference of kinship relations from short stories, evaluating generalization and robustness.
result Graph-based models outperform state-of-the-art NLU models in generalization and robustness.
A fundamental challenge in developing high-impact machine learning technologies is balancing the need to model rich, structured domains with the ability to scale to big data. Many important problem areas are both richly structured and large scale, from social and biological networks, to knowledge graphs and the Web, to…
Interest prohibition theory concerns theoretical aspects of interest prohibition. We attempt to lay down some aspects of interest prohibition theory wrapped in a larger framework of informal logic. The reason for this is that interest prohibition theory has to deal with a variety of arguments which is so wide that a li…
Paper uses RL to synthesize control policies for LTL objectives in uncertain environments.
problem Control policies for uncertain, probabilistic environments with temporal logic specifications.
method Model-free RL algorithm, LTL to LDBA translation, synchronous reward function, asymptotic satisfaction probability.
result RL algorithm maximizes satisfaction probability of LTL objectives in PL-MDPs.
The study examines causal razors and their logical relations, highlighting a dilemma in causal discovery.
problem Selecting a reasonable scoring criterion for causal discovery algorithms.
method Review and logical comparison of numerous causal razors, focusing on parameter minimality in multinomial models.
result Parameter minimality poses a dilemma in selecting a reasonable scoring criterion for causal discovery algorithms.
Hydra boosts efficiency for long-context reasoning in resource-constrained settings.
problem Quadratic complexity of transformers limits long-context reasoning in resource-constrained systems.
method Hydra uses a modular architecture with adaptive routing between sparse global attention, mixture-of-experts, and dual memories.
result Hydra achieves significant throughput and accuracy improvements for long-context reasoning.
Statistical relational frameworks such as Markov logic networks and probabilistic soft logic (PSL) encode model structure with weighted first-order logical clauses. Learning these clauses from data is referred to as structure learning. Structure learning alleviates the manual cost of specifying models. However, this be…
AI in finance uses quantum logic for better decision-making.
problem Improving financial decision-making models using AI.
method Application of quantum logic in machine learning techniques.
result Advantages of quantum-inspired neural networks in finance.
The paper explores how neural networks learn logical functions and their generalization error.
problem Learning logical functions with neural networks and understanding generalization error.
method Gradient descent on neural networks, analyzing noise-stability and Boolean influence.
result Gradient descent on certain neural architectures tends to favor low-degree representations, impacting generalization error.
MultiVerse uses importance sampling for efficient causal reasoning in probabilistic programming.
problem Efficient causal reasoning in probabilistic models, especially counterfactual inference.
method Native implementation of importance sampling in probabilistic programming, optimizing inference through query structure.
result Significant optimisation of inference process through careful design choices and query structure consideration.
Markov logic networks (MLNs) reconcile two opposing schools in machine learning and artificial intelligence: causal networks, which account for uncertainty extremely well, and first-order logic, which allows for formal deduction. An MLN is essentially a first-order logic template to generate Markov networks. Inference …
Statistical relational models provide compact encodings of probabilistic dependencies in relational domains, but result in highly intractable graphical models. The goal of lifted inference is to carry out probabilistic inference without needing to reason about each individual separately, by instead treating exchangeabl…