<ul><li>Superpermutations are a mathematical concept that has practical applications.</li><li>Professional mathematicians had been struggling to find the shortest superpermutation for 14 items.</li><li>An anonymous poster on 4chan came up with a groundbreaking idea that provided a starting point for solving the problem.</li><li>Advancements in understanding superpermutations can lead to technological advancements in various industries.</li></ul>

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