Mathematical visualization: standing at the crossroads (panel)

Proponents of computer-aided mathematical visualization argue that visualization can help build the intuition necessary to both propose theorems and understand and create proofs. Critics counter that the traditional pristine edifice of theorem-proof mathematics is in danger of being undermined by a dangerous lack of rigor. The acceptance. or lack thereof, of visualization as a legitimate part of mathematical inquiry has implications not only for mathematicians. but for entire visualization community. Among the questions this panel will address are: