AI, algorithms and apps: can dating be boiled down to a science?

In this episode of Science Weekly, the podcast delves into the science of relationships and dating apps. It highlights the current gaps in our understanding of attraction and what makes relationships last. While elements like appreciation and commitment are known to contribute to happiness, predicting long-term success in relationships remains challenging. The conversation also explores the effects of dating apps, pointing out their popularity but also the drawbacks such as overwhelming choices, game-like features, and profit motives that can hinder user experience. Lastly, the podcast introduces an innovative dating app created by a relationship scientist. This app aims to gather data on user experiences to better understand what leads to successful matches, and it promises to be free and transparent, a refreshing change from many commercial offerings on the market.