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48 results for logic of uncertainty

Paper uses subjective logic to estimate uncertainty in multi-armed bandit problems.

problem Estimating uncertainty in multi-armed bandit problems.
method Formalism of subjective logic applied to multi-armed bandits, proposing new algorithms.
result Subjective logic quantities enable useful assessment of uncertainty.

New theory of co~events resolves debates between Bayesianists and frequentists.

problem Fierce debates between Bayesianists and frequentists over Bayesian scheme.
method Developed new co~event axiomatics and theory to study experience and chance as a single co~event.
result Demonstrated effectiveness of new theory in resolving debates over Bayesian scheme.

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.

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.

CoT-UQ improves LLM uncertainty quantification by integrating reasoning steps.

problem LLMs' overconfidence and lack of response-wise uncertainty quantification.
method Integrates LLMs' reasoning steps into uncertainty estimation.
result Significantly improves uncertainty quantification accuracy (5.9% AUROC improvement).

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 …

2016-11-24abs ↗pdf ↗

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.

Hybrid models are reinterpreted as Neuro-Symbolic AI designs to quantify uncertainty and variability.

problem Limited semantic interface for comparing hybrid models across domains.
method Reinterpret hybrid models as Neuro-Symbolic AI, translating them into explicit inference function and logic-belief decomposition.
result Metrics SVR and BD quantify uncertainty and variability in hybrid models.

AlphaLogics mines market logic to generate interpretable alpha factors.

problem Complex, opaque alpha factors from factor mining overlook market logic.
method Market Logic Mining, Factor Generation and Optimization, Market Logic Generation and Optimization.
result AlphaLogics improves predictive metrics and risk-adjusted returns over baselines.

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.

Paper studies a universal logical operator for deep networks, improving interpretability.

problem Learning a universal logical operator for deep convolution networks without manual prescription.
method Exploration of different logical operators (AND, OR, XOR) and learning a universal one.
result Insightful observations lead to a novel logical interpretation of deep convolution networks.

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.

Polyhedral semantics for intermediate logics; Nerve Criterion ensures completeness.

problem Characterize polyhedrally-complete intermediate logics.
method Developed Nerve Criterion to characterize polyhedrally-complete logics combinatorially.
result Nerve Criterion provides a necessary and sufficient condition for polyhedrally-completeness.

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.

A new Bayesian optimization method tackles constrained optimization with uncertainties.

problem Optimizing functions with uncertain constraints.
method Bayesian optimization with a new acquisition criterion.
result The new criterion optimizes both objective function improvement and constraint reliability.

Deterministic neural nets have been shown to learn effective predictors on a wide range of machine learning problems. However, as the standard approach is to train the network to minimize a prediction loss, the resultant model remains ignorant to its prediction confidence. Orthogonally to Bayesian neural nets that indi…

2018-06-05abs ↗pdf ↗

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.

Review of uncertainty representation methods in risk management.

problem Inadequate consideration of uncertainty in risk management.
method Systematic literature review of 370 publications.
result Probabilistic methods are predominant, but fuzzy and evidence-based approaches are also useful.

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.

The paper quantifies and attributes uncertainty in complex system simulations.

problem Uncertainty in complex system simulations due to unknown or approximated subprocesses.
method Developed a framework for quantifying and attributing submodel uncertainty using bootstrapping, Bayesian model averaging, and tree-based methods.
result Individual submodels contribute to overall uncertainty, and their importance can be quantified.

Combines neural networks and logic circuits for interpretable, accurate, and cost-effective learning.

problem Lack of generalizability and interpretability in neural networks and high hardware cost in logic circuits.
method Trains a neural network, then translates it to random forests, and finally to AND-Inverter logic.
result The pipeline maintains greater accuracy and minimizes logic complexity.

FPGA-based logic architecture speeds up GBDT training 259x.

problem Training efficiency and power consumption in GBDT models.
method Implemented logic architecture on FPGA, compared with software libraries.
result Training speed 26-259x faster, power efficiency 90-1,104x higher.

The purpose of this paper is to discuss how topology and geometry provide, in many instances, the connective tissue that enables logical comprehension. We illustrate this theme with many examples including Venn diagrams, knot diagrams, knot-logical diagrams and an arrow of reference that elucidates self-reference and G…

2015-08-25abs ↗pdf ↗

Transformers learn to predict temporal logic solutions from classical solver outputs.

problem Training neural networks on logic problem solutions for verification.
method Training a Transformer on generated training data from classical solvers, focusing on one solution per formula.
result Transformers can predict correct solutions to temporal logic problems, even to unseen benchmarks.

Study logical generalization in GNNs using a new benchmark.

problem Understanding how GNNs adapt to new logical tasks.
method Developed GraphLog benchmark suite for logical tasks, evaluated GNNs in supervised, pretraining, and continual learning settings.
result Logical diversity during training affects GNNs' ability to generalize.

A new PLL method uses class activation values to improve robustness.

problem Weakly supervised learning with noisy data and adversarial perturbations.
method Subjective logic with class activation values for uncertainty representation and label weight re-distribution.
result More robust predictions under high noise levels, out-of-distribution examples, and adversarial perturbations.

Paper introduces a new framework combining deep learning and logic for relational data.

problem Scalability and flexibility of deep learning methods for relational data.
method Combines auto-encoding principle with first-order logic and logic programs.
result Latent representations are more accurate, flexible, and interpretable.

Responds to comments on Bayesian Logic Regression algorithm, provides extensions and tutorial.

problem Improving Bayesian Logic Regression algorithm and its applications.
method Summarizes and responds to discussants' comments, provides extensions and tutorial.
result Extensions and tutorial for the Bayesian Logic Regression algorithm.

Logical neural networks solve mazes by filling dead ends, but not all methods generalize well.

problem Understanding how logical neural networks extrapolate solutions to mazes.
method Examined recurrent and implicit neural networks trained on maze-solving tasks.
result Models fail to generalize well to diverse maze sizes, suggesting limitations in learning scalable algorithms.

In 1938, Tarski proved that a formula is not intuitionistically valid if, and only if, it has a counter-model in the Heyting algebra of open sets of some topological space. In fact, Tarski showed that any Euclidean space R^n with n >= 1 suffices, as does e.g. the Cantor space. In particular, intuitionistic logic cannot…

2017-01-18abs ↗pdf ↗

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.

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.

Safe reinforcement learning with logical constraints for optimal policy synthesis.

problem Ensuring safety during reinforcement learning while maximizing goal satisfaction.
method Adaptive safe padding that synthesizes optimal control policies satisfying temporal logic formulas.
result The proposed method handles the trade-off between exploration and safety with theoretical guarantees.

Graphs improve theorem proving in higher-order logic.

problem Challenges in converting higher-order logic formulas into graph-based representations.
method Used graph neural networks (GNNs) to represent and search higher-order logic.
result GNNs outperform state-of-the-art methods in higher-order theorem proving.