Loss

In mathematical optimization and decision theory, a loss function or cost function (sometimes also called an error function) is a function that maps an event or values of one or more variables onto a real number intuitively representing some "cost" associated with the event.

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New study sheds light on language development in children with hearing loss

Loss of smell may affect breathing patterns and our mental health, new study suggests

Loss of ‘nitrogen fixers’ threatens biodiversity, ecosystems - EurekAlert

Loss of 'nitrogen fixers' threatens biodiversity, ecosystems

Loss of lake ice has wide-ranging environmental and societal consequences

The true global impact of species-loss caused by humans is far greater than expected

The true global impact of species-loss caused by humans is far greater than expected – new study reveals - EurekAlert

Discarding the placenta after birth leads to loss of valuable information, pathologists say

Loss of skin's pigment-producing cells could be related to basement membrane disruption

Loss of skin’s pigment-producing cells could be related to basement membrane disruption - EurekAlert

Covid associated with increased risk for hearing loss in young adults

A Yale-led study reveals a mechanism that triggers loss of immune regulation associated with multiple sclerosis (MS) and other diseases — and a target for treatment.

New technology could help treat hearing loss more effectively - EurekAlert

Boeing Reports Additional $125 Million Loss on Troubled Starliner

How fast do we get out of shape and is there a way to slow the loss?

Loss of oxygen in bodies of water identified as new tipping point

Loss of oxygen in lakes and oceans a major threat to ecosystems, society, and planet - EurekAlert

Loss of oxygen in lakes and oceans a major threat to ecosystems, society, and planet

Loss of India’s vultures may have led to deaths of half a million people

Scientists develop silver nanoparticle sensor to detect genes causing hearing loss - EurekAlert