Econometrics
Econometrics — giving empirical content to economic theoryMore information
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.
Van Eck Phreaking
Van Eck Phreaking — method of computer hacking using the EM radiation produced by cathode-ray tube monitors to recreate images.More information
Sabermetrics
Sabermetrics — the study of baseball performance through statistical analysis.More information
Near-Earth Asteroids
Near-Earth Asteroids — asteroids that either cross or come near enough to Earth’s orbit to pose a collision riskMore information
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Ionizing Radiation
Ionizing Radiation — form of radiation in which one particle carries enough energy to ionize an atom or moleculeMore information
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Game Theory
Game Theory — A mathematical method of decision-making in which a competitive situation is analyzed to determine the optimal course of action for an interested party More information
Regression to the Mean
Regression to the Mean — a statistical concept that numbers will average out over time More information
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Tipping Point
Tipping Point — a sociological term for when something unique becomes common More information
Ballistics
Ballistics — science that deal with the motion, behavior and affect of projectiles. More information
Schrödinger’s Cat
Schrödinger’s Cat — in quantum mechanics, an exercise used to illustrate questions surrounding sub-atomic theory.More information