genistein

n. a phytoestrogen (see estrogen) found in soy beans and other legumes. The effects of genistein in mitigating against learning and memory deficits associated with Alzheimer’s disease and in alleviating menopause-related hot flashes, as well as other potential uses, are being studied.

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November 22nd 2024

constant error

a systematic error in some particular direction. Constant error is computed as the average positive or negative difference between the observed and actual values along a dimension of interest. For example, if a weight of 1 kg is judged on average to be 1.5 kg, and a weight of 2 kg is judged to be 2.5 kg, the constant error is 500 g. See also absolute error; random error.