In the context of Jordan algebras, a **mutation** refers to a particular process or operation that alters the elements of the algebra in a structured way. Jordan algebras are a class of non-associative algebras that arise in various areas of mathematics, particularly in the study of symmetries, physics, and quantum mechanics.
The Kosmann lift is an example of a construction in the realm of mathematics, specifically in the field of topology and homotopy theory. It's related to the study of vector spaces and can be viewed as a method to construct new spaces from existing ones. Named after the mathematician K. Kosmann, the Kosmann lift is often discussed in the context of differential geometry or in the analysis of various types of fiber bundles.
The Jech–Kunen tree is a specific type of tree used in set theory, particularly in the context of analyzing and demonstrating properties of model theory, forcing, and the structure of certain sets. Named after the mathematicians Thomas Jech and Kenneth Kunen, the tree is often discussed within the framework of large cardinals, set-theoretic forcing, and consistency results in mathematics. A Jech–Kunen tree is defined as an infinite tree that possesses specific properties.
Martin's Axiom is a principle in set theory, particularly in the area of forcing and the study of the continuum hypothesis. It states that if there is a partially ordered set (poset) that is *countably chain condition* (every family of mutually disjoint elements can be at most countable) and adds a subset of a given cardinality, then there exists a filter over that poset that produces a generic subset of the continuum.
Moritz Schlick (1882–1936) was a German philosopher and physicist, best known as the founding member and leader of the Vienna Circle, a group of philosophers and scientists who were central to the development of logical positivism and scientific philosophy in the early 20th century.
Structural semantics is a branch of linguistic theory that explores the relationships between the meanings of words and their structured connections within a language. It stems from structuralism, a paradigm in various fields, including linguistics, that emphasizes the importance of understanding elements in relation to larger systems or structures.
A truth condition is a critical concept in semantics and philosophy, particularly in the context of language and meaning. It refers to the conditions that must be satisfied for a statement or proposition to be considered true. In other words, a truth condition outlines what must be the case in the world for a particular assertion to hold true. For example, consider the statement "The cat is on the mat.
In logic, validity refers to the property of an argument wherein if the premises are true, the conclusion must also be true. An argument is considered valid if the structure guarantees that the conclusion logically follows from the premises. This means that it is impossible for the premises to be true while the conclusion is false. Validity is concerned with the form of the argument rather than the actual truth of the premises. For example, the following argument is valid: 1. All humans are mortal.
The Association for Symbolic Logic (ASL) is a professional organization dedicated to the study of symbolic logic and its applications. Established in 1936, the ASL promotes research and education in the field of logic, which includes areas such as mathematical logic, philosophical logic, and computational logic. The organization publishes several journals, organizes conferences, and provides resources for scholars and students interested in logic.
Friedberg numbering is a concept from mathematical logic and computability theory, specifically related to the enumeration of computably enumerable sets. It refers to a particular kind of enumeration of the natural numbers that meets specific criteria. In the context of computability, a "numbering" is a way to assign natural numbers to elements of a set in such a way that every element can be identified by a unique number.
In the context of computability theory, the term "low" usually refers to a classification of degrees of unsolvability or computably enumerable (c.e.) sets that are relatively "simple" in terms of their Turing degrees. Specifically, a set (or degree) is said to be low if it is computationally weak in a certain sense.
Alfred North Whitehead was an English mathematician and philosopher known for his work in various fields, including philosophy of science, metaphysics, logic, and education. His major works reflect his systematic approach to philosophy and his interest in process and change. Here are some of his most notable works: 1. **"Principia Mathematica" (1910-1913)** - Co-authored with Bertrand Russell, this monumental work aimed to establish a solid foundation for mathematics using formal logic.
Bertrand Russell (1872–1970) was a British philosopher, logician, mathematician, historian, and social critic. He is best known for his work in mathematical logic and analytical philosophy, making significant contributions to a wide range of fields, including philosophy of language, epistemology, ethics, and political theory. Russell was a prominent figure in the development of modern logic and is one of the founders of analytic philosophy, along with figures like G.E.
"Failure to refer" is a term commonly used in legal and medical contexts, though its meaning can vary depending on the specific field. Generally, it refers to a situation where an individual, such as a healthcare provider or a professional, does not direct a patient or client to another expert or specialist when necessary, potentially resulting in harm or inadequate care.
Logical atomism is a philosophical belief primarily associated with the work of early 20th-century philosophers, notably Bertrand Russell and Ludwig Wittgenstein. It is a logical theory that proposes that the world consists of a series of atomic facts or simple propositions that can be combined to describe more complex realities.
Gerald Sacks is an American mathematician known for his contributions to the field of mathematical logic, particularly in the areas of recursion theory and model theory. He has worked on topics such as the structure of certain mathematical models and the relationships between different levels of mathematical infinities. Sacks is also known for the Sacks forcing technique, which is a method used in set theory to construct models with certain desirable properties. His work is significant in understanding the foundations of mathematics and the nature of mathematical truth.
Greg Hjorth is a noted mathematician primarily known for his contributions to the field of logic and set theory, particularly in areas related to the foundations of mathematics, model theory, and descriptive set theory. He has published numerous research papers and articles addressing complex topics within these domains.

Pinned article: Introduction to the OurBigBook Project

Welcome to the OurBigBook Project! Our goal is to create the perfect publishing platform for STEM subjects, and get university-level students to write the best free STEM tutorials ever.
Everyone is welcome to create an account and play with the site: ourbigbook.com/go/register. We belive that students themselves can write amazing tutorials, but teachers are welcome too. You can write about anything you want, it doesn't have to be STEM or even educational. Silly test content is very welcome and you won't be penalized in any way. Just keep it legal!
We have two killer features:
  1. topics: topics group articles by different users with the same title, e.g. here is the topic for the "Fundamental Theorem of Calculus" ourbigbook.com/go/topic/fundamental-theorem-of-calculus
    Articles of different users are sorted by upvote within each article page. This feature is a bit like:
    • a Wikipedia where each user can have their own version of each article
    • a Q&A website like Stack Overflow, where multiple people can give their views on a given topic, and the best ones are sorted by upvote. Except you don't need to wait for someone to ask first, and any topic goes, no matter how narrow or broad
    This feature makes it possible for readers to find better explanations of any topic created by other writers. And it allows writers to create an explanation in a place that readers might actually find it.
    Figure 1.
    Screenshot of the "Derivative" topic page
    . View it live at: ourbigbook.com/go/topic/derivative
  2. local editing: you can store all your personal knowledge base content locally in a plaintext markup format that can be edited locally and published either:
    This way you can be sure that even if OurBigBook.com were to go down one day (which we have no plans to do as it is quite cheap to host!), your content will still be perfectly readable as a static site.
    Figure 2.
    You can publish local OurBigBook lightweight markup files to either https://OurBigBook.com or as a static website
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    Figure 3.
    Visual Studio Code extension installation
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    Figure 4.
    Visual Studio Code extension tree navigation
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    Figure 5.
    Web editor
    . You can also edit articles on the Web editor without installing anything locally.
    Video 3.
    Edit locally and publish demo
    . Source. This shows editing OurBigBook Markup and publishing it using the Visual Studio Code extension.
    Video 4.
    OurBigBook Visual Studio Code extension editing and navigation demo
    . Source.
  3. https://raw.githubusercontent.com/ourbigbook/ourbigbook-media/master/feature/x/hilbert-space-arrow.png
  4. Infinitely deep tables of contents:
    Figure 6.
    Dynamic article tree with infinitely deep table of contents
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    Descendant pages can also show up as toplevel e.g.: ourbigbook.com/cirosantilli/chordate-subclade
All our software is open source and hosted at: github.com/ourbigbook/ourbigbook
Further documentation can be found at: docs.ourbigbook.com
Feel free to reach our to us for any help or suggestions: docs.ourbigbook.com/#contact