Detection
noun
The act or process of identifying or discovering something.
The early detection of cancer can save many lives.

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- early detection
- crime detection
noun
The process or method used in a system to identify an event or condition.
Virus detection is an important part of computer security.

Often appears as...
- virus detection
- data detection
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Technical
noun
The process of finding law-breakers or illegal actions.
Detectives are in charge of the detection and prevention of crime.

Often appears as...
- crime detection
- detection rate
noun
The process of finding harmful substances or sources of danger.
Regular testing is important for the detection of high blood sugar.

Often appears as...
- disease detection
- contamination detection
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Technical
noun
The act or process of identifying or discovering something.
The early detection of cancer can save many lives.

Often appears as...
- early detection
- crime detection
noun
The process or method used in a system to identify an event or condition.
Virus detection is an important part of computer security.

Often appears as...
- virus detection
- data detection
Usage tips
Technical
noun
The process of finding law-breakers or illegal actions.
Detectives are in charge of the detection and prevention of crime.

Often appears as...
- crime detection
- detection rate
noun
The process of finding harmful substances or sources of danger.
Regular testing is important for the detection of high blood sugar.

Often appears as...
- disease detection
- contamination detection
Usage tips
Technical
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Early Intervention
Detection often means finding problems early, which makes solutions easier or more successful.

The detection of learning difficulties in children can lead to timely educational support.
Not Always Visible
Detection doesn't mean something is obvious; it often requires careful observation or special tools.

The museum's art detection process uncovers hidden details in ancient paintings.
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The pattern behind...
is less than the cost of making a Type II error. This is the only equation in the talk by the way. We have a pattern detection problem that is assessing the difference between a Type I and a Type II error is highly problematic, especially in split-second, life-and-death situations. So the default position
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Why is it so hard to...
Additionally, mounting evidence suggests we'll need to figure out how to eradicate cancer stem cells. These are rare but seem to have special properties that make them resistant to chemotherapy and radiation. In theory, even if the rest of the tumor shrinks beyond detection during treatment,
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Inside the Dead Shed PIPE...
where chances of detection are low and profits from selling endangered wildlife can be extremely high. Oh, this is so strange. Like so many different kinds of incredible animals. I don't even know what some of the fur is. What's this? That's seal fur.
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How to spot a...
First up, the anti-counterfeit detection pen. The pen looks like a highlighter and contains a solution of potassium iodide and elemental iodine. It reveals of the presence of starch, which is commonly used to strengthen regular printer paper,
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Building bridges and...
our intended destination to spread the word about the importance of early breast cancer detection but a lot of times we wouldn't and it was during one of these community visits where we were just walking down and we came across the
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Stalking the Wild...
stalking the wild neutrino was the rarest of sport the length one must code track them down nothing short of astonishing welcome to super kameoka subterranean Japanese neutrino detection chamber more than a half-mile these are
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Ami Klin: A new way to...
and developmentally very early-emerging -- things that are online from the first weeks of life -- we could push the detection of autism all the way to those first months, and that's what we are doing now.
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How Do Cats Use Their...
faster than the human brain. And a far bigger proportion of the neurons in Kali's brain are dedicated purely to the detection of movement. She almost can't help but pounce.
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Bully Bottlenose...
to feed in deeper water bottlenose fish the shallows these empty shallows may not seem a hunter's paradise but you just need the right detection
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BBC Earth 50 Top Natural...
and a far bigger proportion of the neurons in Callie's brain are dedicated purely to the detection of movement she almost can't help but pants
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The pattern behind...
is less than the cost of making a Type II error. This is the only equation in the talk by the way. We have a pattern detection problem that is assessing the difference between a Type I and a Type II error is highly problematic, especially in split-second, life-and-death situations. So the default position
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Why is it so hard to...
Additionally, mounting evidence suggests we'll need to figure out how to eradicate cancer stem cells. These are rare but seem to have special properties that make them resistant to chemotherapy and radiation. In theory, even if the rest of the tumor shrinks beyond detection during treatment,
Video examples
Inside the Dead Shed PIPE...
where chances of detection are low and profits from selling endangered wildlife can be extremely high. Oh, this is so strange. Like so many different kinds of incredible animals. I don't even know what some of the fur is. What's this? That's seal fur.
Video examples
How to spot a...
First up, the anti-counterfeit detection pen. The pen looks like a highlighter and contains a solution of potassium iodide and elemental iodine. It reveals of the presence of starch, which is commonly used to strengthen regular printer paper,
Video examples
Building bridges and...
our intended destination to spread the word about the importance of early breast cancer detection but a lot of times we wouldn't and it was during one of these community visits where we were just walking down and we came across the
Video examples
Stalking the Wild...
stalking the wild neutrino was the rarest of sport the length one must code track them down nothing short of astonishing welcome to super kameoka subterranean Japanese neutrino detection chamber more than a half-mile these are
Video examples
Ami Klin: A new way to...
and developmentally very early-emerging -- things that are online from the first weeks of life -- we could push the detection of autism all the way to those first months, and that's what we are doing now.
Video examples
How Do Cats Use Their...
faster than the human brain. And a far bigger proportion of the neurons in Kali's brain are dedicated purely to the detection of movement. She almost can't help but pounce.
Video examples
Bully Bottlenose...
to feed in deeper water bottlenose fish the shallows these empty shallows may not seem a hunter's paradise but you just need the right detection
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BBC Earth 50 Top Natural...
and a far bigger proportion of the neurons in Callie's brain are dedicated purely to the detection of movement she almost can't help but pants
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Mandy Patinkin
American Actor
I encourage all men - and all women who love their men - to make sure to get out every year, from the age of 50 on, and have PSA and DRE tests. With early detection, you can have an early cure.

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Mike Quigley
American Politician
Technology has aided in serious advancements so that HIV detection tests now have near-perfect results. And those tests can detect HIV in the blood an average of nine to 11 days post-infection.

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John Bel Edwards
American Politician
It's shocking to learn that thousands of men are expected to be diagnosed with breast cancer each year and that hundreds may die. Education and early detection are important for women and men.

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John Linder
American Politician
In today's world, new infections and diseases can spread across the country and even across the world in a matter of days, or even hours, making early detection critical.

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Deeyah Khan
Norwegian Director
Some women facing 'honour' crimes require relocation far outside the reaches of their extended families and changes of identity to escape detection.

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Yael Cohen
South African Activist
We want to keep creating the biggest impact we can in the cancer space by focuses on prevention, early detection, and psychosocial support.

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Bill Rancic
American Businessman
With breast cancer, it's all about detection. You have to educate young women and encourage them to do everything they have to do.

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Karen Handel
American Politician
I think we can all agree that women deserve access to life saving, early detection procedures.

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James Geary
American Writer
Metaphor is not just the detection of patterns; it is the creation of patterns.

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Rod Stewart
English Musician
It was early detection that saved my voice - and I imagine, my life.

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Mandy Patinkin
American Actor
I encourage all men - and all women who love their men - to make sure to get out every year, from the age of 50 on, and have PSA and DRE tests. With early detection, you can have an early cure.

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Mike Quigley
American Politician
Technology has aided in serious advancements so that HIV detection tests now have near-perfect results. And those tests can detect HIV in the blood an average of nine to 11 days post-infection.

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John Bel Edwards
American Politician
It's shocking to learn that thousands of men are expected to be diagnosed with breast cancer each year and that hundreds may die. Education and early detection are important for women and men.

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John Linder
American Politician
In today's world, new infections and diseases can spread across the country and even across the world in a matter of days, or even hours, making early detection critical.

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Deeyah Khan
Norwegian Director
Some women facing 'honour' crimes require relocation far outside the reaches of their extended families and changes of identity to escape detection.

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Yael Cohen
South African Activist
We want to keep creating the biggest impact we can in the cancer space by focuses on prevention, early detection, and psychosocial support.

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Bill Rancic
American Businessman
With breast cancer, it's all about detection. You have to educate young women and encourage them to do everything they have to do.

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Karen Handel
American Politician
I think we can all agree that women deserve access to life saving, early detection procedures.

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James Geary
American Writer
Metaphor is not just the detection of patterns; it is the creation of patterns.

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Rod Stewart
English Musician
It was early detection that saved my voice - and I imagine, my life.

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