Fokker-Planck Equation
Fokker-Planck Equation — formula to measure a distance based on time and velocityMore information
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All the math
NUMB3RS has opened the eyes of many people to the ways math and science can be used to solve crimes. This is a list of all the math and science concepts used in the series with links to on-line sources to find more information or articles written by mathematicians and scientists explaining the concepts used in episodes.
Social Network Analysis
Social Network Analysis — analysis of social patterns to discover commonalitiesMore information
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LIGO
LIGO (Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory) — A joint project between CalTech and MIT to directly observe garvitational waves of cosmic originMore information
Phases of Matter
Phases of Matter — the definition in the physical sciences of matter of relatively uniform chemical composition and physical properties. (ie solid, liquid and gas)More information
Benford’s Law
Benford’s Law — an aspect of probability that states the digit "1" will appear more often than any other number in a large data set.More information
Organ Donation
Organ Donation — Link listed is for the US Government site for organ donation.More information
Hidden Markov Model
Hidden Markov Model — a statistical model used to determine hidden parameters from observable parameters.More information
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Surface Tension
Surface Tension — the attraction of molocules of a liquid based on the inward force worked upon by the molecules themselves.More information
Exploding Soda Bottle Experiment
Exploding Soda Bottle Experiment — follow the link below for how you can make a fountain out of soda and Mentos mints More information
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Time Series Analysis
Time Series Analysis — describes the process for generating data and predict future values (thanks FadedAmbition for the links)More information
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