Photometric redshift, often abbreviated as "photo-z," is a method used in astrophysics and cosmology to estimate the redshift of astronomical objects, particularly galaxies, based on their observed colors in various photometric bands rather than through spectroscopic measurements. The redshift is a measure of how much the light from an object has been stretched due to the expansion of the universe and can provide crucial information about the object's distance, age, and motion.
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The function being maximized in a optimization problem.
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The Poynting–Robertson effect is a phenomenon that describes the interaction between solar radiation and small particles in space, particularly dust and debris in the vicinity of the Sun. It is named after the physicists John Henry Poynting and Howard P. Robertson, who contributed to the understanding of this effect. When a small particle, such as dust, is illuminated by sunlight, it absorbs and re-emits that energy.
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Roger Lhermitte (born 1918) is a French neurologist known for his contributions to neuroscience, particularly in the field of multiple sclerosis and its related conditions. One of his notable contributions is the "Lhermitte's sign," which refers to a sudden sensation like an electric shock that occurs in the spine and may radiate down the legs when the neck is flexed. This sign is often associated with multiple sclerosis but can also be seen in other neurological conditions.
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In films, "mannequins" can refer to various concepts depending on the context. Here are a few interpretations: 1. **Physical Mannequins**: These are life-sized models used in shops to display clothing, but in films, they can be used as props to create a certain atmosphere, suggest eeriness, or serve as a plot device. For instance, a mannequin may suddenly become a source of horror or play a role in a comedic scene.
Brooklyn Bridge is a software platform developed by the technology company Animetrics that is designed to facilitate the integration and analysis of data from various sources. It provides tools for data visualization, analytics, and reporting, enabling users to gain insights from complex datasets. The software aims to streamline workflows and improve decision-making by offering a user-friendly interface for data manipulation and analysis. Typically, such platforms are used in various industries for purposes such as business intelligence, data management, and operational analytics.
Cynthia, also known as "Gaba Girl," is a meme that originated from a viral video featuring a young girl named Cynthia. She became popular on social media platforms, especially TikTok, due to her humorous expressions and reactions in the video. The video typically showcases Cynthia's playful personality and has been widely shared, leading to various remixes and edits.
An illuminated mannequin is a display figure used in retail, advertising, or art that incorporates lighting elements to enhance its appearance and visibility. These mannequins can be equipped with LEDs or other lighting technologies to create dynamic effects, highlight specific features, or create a visually striking presentation in store windows or exhibitions. The use of illuminated mannequins can help draw attention to clothing or products, create an inviting atmosphere, and engage customers by providing an innovative and eye-catching visual display.
Ivan Ivanovich is a fictional character that serves as a representation of a typical Soviet cosmonaut in Russia's space program, particularly associated with the Vostok program, which was the Soviet Union's first human spaceflight program. The Vostok program, initiated in the late 1950s and culminating in the early 1960s, aimed to launch the first human into space and conduct manned spaceflights.
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The term "mannequin" can refer to a couple of different concepts, depending on the context: 1. **Retail Display Mannequin**: A mannequin is a life-sized model of the human body, often used in clothing stores and fashion shows to display clothing and accessories. They help customers visualize how garments look when worn, showcasing designs and fit.
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"Dutch relativity theorists" typically refers to a group of physicists and scientists from the Netherlands who have made significant contributions to the theory of relativity, particularly in the early 20th century. The most notable among them is Hendrik Lorentz, who, along with Henri Poincaré, developed key concepts that later influenced Albert Einstein's formulation of special relativity.
"Ned Nefer" and "Teagan" appear to be specific characters or symbols that may relate to a particular context, such as literature, gaming, or popular media. However, as of my last knowledge update in October 2023, there is no widely recognized information on "Ned Nefer" and "Teagan.
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Paul Steinhardt is an American theoretical physicist known for his contributions to cosmology, physics, and the study of the early universe. He is particularly recognized for his work on the theory of inflation, which describes how the universe expanded rapidly in its earliest moments. Steinhardt is also known for developing the idea of "quintessence," a dynamic form of dark energy that could explain the observed acceleration of the universe's expansion.
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Resusci Anne is a life-size manikin designed to teach cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and other emergency medical techniques. Originally developed in the 1960s by Danish toy maker Peter Safar and his associates, the manikin is often used in training programs for medical professionals, first responders, and laypersons learning how to perform CPR.
Siebren van der Werf is a contemporary Dutch artist known for his innovative work that often explores the intersections of technology, art, and culture. He utilizes various mediums, including painting, digital projections, and installations, to create pieces that engage with themes such as perception, representation, and the impact of digital technology on contemporary life.
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Pinned article: ourbigbook/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 5. . 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.
  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
    .
    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