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Differentiating By Prime Numbers, Jack Jeffries
Differentiating By Prime Numbers, Jack Jeffries
Department of Mathematics: Faculty Publications
It is likely a fair assumption that you, the reader, are not only familiar with but even quite adept at differentiating by x. What about differentiating by 13? That certainly didn’t come up in my calculus class! From a calculus perspective, this is ridiculous: are we supposed to take a limit as 13 changes? One notion of differentiating by 13, or any other prime number, is the notion of p-derivation discovered independently by Joyal [Joy85] and Buium [Bui96]. p-derivations have been put to use in a range of applications in algebra, number theory, and arithmetic geometry. Despite the wide range …
Forest Generating Functions Of Directed Graphs, Ewan Joaquin Kummel
Forest Generating Functions Of Directed Graphs, Ewan Joaquin Kummel
Dissertations and Theses
A spanning forest polynomial is a multivariate generating function whose variables are indexed over both the vertex and edge sets of a given directed graph. In this thesis, we establish a general framework to study spanning forest polynomials, associating them with a generalized Laplacian matrix and studying its properties. We introduce a novel proof of the famous matrix-tree theorem and show how this extends to a parametric generalization of the all-minors matrix-forest theorem. As an application, we derive explicit formulas for the recently introduced class of directed threshold graphs.
We prove that multivariate forest polynomials are, in general, irreducible and …
Legendre Pairs Of Lengths ℓ ≡ 0 (Mod 5), Ilias S. Kotsireas, Christopher Koutschan, Dursun A. Bulutoglu, David M. Arquette, Jonathan S. Turner, Kenneth J. Ryan
Legendre Pairs Of Lengths ℓ ≡ 0 (Mod 5), Ilias S. Kotsireas, Christopher Koutschan, Dursun A. Bulutoglu, David M. Arquette, Jonathan S. Turner, Kenneth J. Ryan
Faculty Publications
By assuming a type of balance for length ℓ = 87 and nontrivial subgroups of multiplier groups of Legendre pairs (LPs) for length ℓ = 85 , we find LPs of these lengths. We then study the power spectral density (PSD) values of m compressions of LPs of length 5 m . We also formulate a conjecture for LPs of lengths ℓ ≡ 0 (mod 5) and demonstrate how it can be used to decrease the search space and storage requirements for finding such LPs. The newly found LPs decrease the number of integers in the range ≤ 200 for …
An Extensive Note On Characteristic Properties And Possible Implications Of Some Operators Designated By Various Type Derivatives, Ömer Faruk Kulali, Hüseyi̇n Irmak
An Extensive Note On Characteristic Properties And Possible Implications Of Some Operators Designated By Various Type Derivatives, Ömer Faruk Kulali, Hüseyi̇n Irmak
Turkish Journal of Mathematics
In this extensive note, various differential-type operators in certain domains of the complex plane will be first introduced, a number of their comprehensive characteristic properties will be next pointed out and an extensive theorem dealing with some argument properties for several multivalent(ly) analytic functions will be also presented. In addition, numerous implications and suggestions, which can be obtained with the help of general result, will be determined.
Fibonomial Matrix And Its Domain In The Spaces $\Ell_P$ And $\Ell_{\Infty}$, Muhammet Ci̇hat Dağli, Taja Yaying
Fibonomial Matrix And Its Domain In The Spaces $\Ell_P$ And $\Ell_{\Infty}$, Muhammet Ci̇hat Dağli, Taja Yaying
Turkish Journal of Mathematics
In this paper, we introduce the fibonomial sequence spaces $b_{p}^{r,s,F}$ and $b_{\infty}^{r,s,F},$ and show that these are BK-spaces. Also, we prove that these new spaces are linearly isomorphic to $\ell_{p}$ and $\ell_{\infty}.$ Moreover, we determine the $\alpha$-, $\beta$-, $\gamma$-duals for these new spaces and characterize some matrix classes. The final section is devoted to the investigation of some geometric properties of the newly defined space $b_{p}^{r,s,F}.$
Best Proximity For Proximal Operators On $B$-Metric Spaces, Ariana Pitea, Monica Stanciu
Best Proximity For Proximal Operators On $B$-Metric Spaces, Ariana Pitea, Monica Stanciu
Turkish Journal of Mathematics
The paper presents existence results of $(\phi,\varphi)$ best proximity points for operators that fulfill implicit type inequalities. Classes of mappings endowed with continuity, monotone or monotone-type properties, and which additionally satisfy some adequate inequalities are studied from this point of view. Applications of our results are given with regard to fixed point theory.
Multiplication Of Closed Balls In $\Mathbb{C}^N$, Patrícia Damas Beites, Alejandro Piñera Nicolás, José Da Silva Lourenço Vitória
Multiplication Of Closed Balls In $\Mathbb{C}^N$, Patrícia Damas Beites, Alejandro Piñera Nicolás, José Da Silva Lourenço Vitória
Turkish Journal of Mathematics
Motivated by circular complex interval arithmetic, some operations on closed balls in $\mathbb{C}^n$ are considered. Essentially, the properties of possible multiplications for closed balls in $\mathbb{C}^n$, related either to the Hadamard product of vectors or to the $2$-fold vector cross product when $n \in \{3, 7\}$, are studied. In addition, certain equations involving the defined multiplications are solved.
On Polynomially Partial-$A$-Isometric Operators, Mohamed Amine Aouichaoui, Dijana Mosic
On Polynomially Partial-$A$-Isometric Operators, Mohamed Amine Aouichaoui, Dijana Mosic
Turkish Journal of Mathematics
This paper presents a generalization of the concepts of partial-$A$-isometry and left polynomially partial isometry. Our investigation is inspired by previous work in the field [5, 30, 31]. By extending the definition of partial-$A$-isometry, we provide new insights into the properties and applications of these mathematical objects. In particular, we define the notion of left $p$-partial-$A$-isometry as a broader class of operators, including partial-$A$-isometry and left polynomially partial isometry. Some basic properties of a left $p$-partial-$A$-isometry are proven, as well as its relation with $A$-isometry. Several decompositions of a left $p$-partial-$A$-isometry are developed. We consider spectral properties and matrix representation …
Various Types Of Continuity And Their Interpretations In Ideal Topological Spaces, Anika Njamcul, Aleksandar Pavlovi?
Various Types Of Continuity And Their Interpretations In Ideal Topological Spaces, Anika Njamcul, Aleksandar Pavlovi?
Turkish Journal of Mathematics
In this paper we work on preserving various types of continuity in ideal topological spaces. The accent will be on $\theta$-continuity and weak continuity. We will give their translations in ideal topological spaces. As a consequence of those results, we will prove that every $\theta$-continuous function is continuous if topologies are generated by $\theta$-open sets and we will give an example of a weakly continuous function which is not $\tau_\theta$-continuous. This will complete the diagram of relations between continuous, $\tau_\theta$-continuous, $\theta$-continuous, weakly continuous, and faintly continuous functions.
A New Approaching Method For Linear Neutral Delay Differential Equations By Using Clique Polynomials, Şuayi̇p Yüzbaşi, Mehmet Emi̇n Tamar
A New Approaching Method For Linear Neutral Delay Differential Equations By Using Clique Polynomials, Şuayi̇p Yüzbaşi, Mehmet Emi̇n Tamar
Turkish Journal of Mathematics
This article presents an efficient method for obtaining approximations for the solutions of linear neutral delay differential equations. This numerical matrix method, based on collocation points, begins by approximating $y^{\prime}(u)$ using a truncated series expansion of Clique polynomials. This method is constructed using some basic matrix relations, integral operations, and collocation points. Through this method, the neutral delay problem is transformed into a system of linear algebraic equations. The solution of this algebraic system determines the coefficients of the approximate solution obtained by this method. The efficiency, accuracy, and error analysis of this method are demonstrated by applying it to …
Involutive Automorphisms And Derivations Of The Quaternions, Eyüp Kizil, Adriano Da Silva, Okan Duman
Involutive Automorphisms And Derivations Of The Quaternions, Eyüp Kizil, Adriano Da Silva, Okan Duman
Turkish Journal of Mathematics
Let $Q=(\frac{a,b}{{\Bbb R}})$ denote the quaternion algebra over the reals which is by the Frobenius Theorem either split or the division algebra $H$ of Hamilton's quaternions. We have presented explicitly in \cite{Kizil-Alagoz} the matrix of a typical derivation of $Q$. Given a derivation $d\in Der(H)$, we show that the matrix $D\in M_{3}({\Bbb R})$ that represents $d$ on the linear subspace $% H_{0}\simeq {\Bbb R}^{3}$ of pure quaternions provides a pair of idempotent matrices $AdjD$ and $-D^{2}$ that correspond bijectively to the involutary matrix $\Sigma $ of a quaternion involution $\sigma $ and present several equations involving these matrices. In particular, …
Invariant Subspaces Of Operators Via Berezin Symbols And Duhamel Product, Mübari̇z T. Garayev
Invariant Subspaces Of Operators Via Berezin Symbols And Duhamel Product, Mübari̇z T. Garayev
Turkish Journal of Mathematics
The Berezin symbol $\tilde{A}$ of an operator $A$ on the reproducing kernel Hilbert space $\mathcal{H}\left( \Omega\right) $ over some set $\Omega$ with the reproducing kernel $k_{\lambda}$ is defined by \[ \tilde{A}(\lambda)=\left\langle {A\frac{{k_{\lambda}}}{{\left\Vert {k_{\lambda}}\right\Vert }},\frac{{k_{\lambda}}}{{\left\Vert {k_{\lambda}% }\right\Vert }}}\right\rangle ,\ \lambda\in\Omega. \] We study the existence of invariant subspaces for Bergman space operators in terms of Berezin symbols.
Generalized Pell Graphs, Vesna Irsi̇c, Sandi Klavzar, Eli̇f Tan
Generalized Pell Graphs, Vesna Irsi̇c, Sandi Klavzar, Eli̇f Tan
Turkish Journal of Mathematics
In this paper, generalized Pell graphs $\Pi _{n,k}$, $k\ge 2$, are introduced. The special case of $k=2$ are the Pell graphs $\Pi _{n}$ defined earlier by Munarini. Several metric, enumerative, and structural properties of these graphs are established. The generating function of the number of edges of $\Pi _{n,k}$ and the generating function of its cube polynomial are determined. The center of $\Pi _{n,k}$ is explicitly described; if $k$ is even, then it induces the Fibonacci cube $\Gamma_{n}$. It is also shown that $\Pi _{n,k}$ is a median graph, and that $\Pi _{n,k}$ embeds into a Fibonacci cube.
Interpolation Polynomials Associated To Linear Recurrences, Muhammad Syifa'ul Mufid, Laszlo Szalay
Interpolation Polynomials Associated To Linear Recurrences, Muhammad Syifa'ul Mufid, Laszlo Szalay
Turkish Journal of Mathematics
Assume that $(G_n)_{n\in\mathbb{Z}}$ is an arbitrary real linear recurrence of order $k$. In this paper, we examine the classical question of polynomial interpolation, where the basic points are given by $(t,G_t)$ ($n_0\le t\le n_1$). The main result is an explicit formula depends on the explicit formula of $G_n$ and on the finite difference sequence of a specific sequence. It makes it possible to study the interpolation polynomials essentially by the zeros of the characteristic polynomial of $(G_n)$. During the investigations, we developed certain formulae related to the finite differences.
Free Ordered Products-Ordered Semigroup Amalgams-Ordered Dominions, Michael Tsingelis
Free Ordered Products-Ordered Semigroup Amalgams-Ordered Dominions, Michael Tsingelis
Turkish Journal of Mathematics
Given an indexed family $\left\{ \left( {{S}_{i}},{{\cdot }_{i}},{{\le }_{i}} \right),i\in I \right\}$ of disjoint ordered semigroups, we construct an ordered semigroup having $\left( {{S}_{i}},{{\cdot }_{i}},{{\le }_{i}} \right)$, $i\in I$ as subsemigroups (with respect to the operation and order relation of each $\left( {{S}_{i}},{{\cdot }_{i}},{{\le }_{i}} \right)$, $i\in I$). This ordered semigroup is the free ordered product ${{\underset{i\in I}{\mathop{\Pi }}\,}^{*}}{{S}_{i}}$ of the family $\left\{ {{S}_{i}},i\in I \right\}$ and we give the crucial property which essentially characterizes the free products. Next we study the same problem in the case that the family $\left\{ \left( {{S}_{i}},{{\cdot }_{i}},{{\le }_{i}} \right),i\in I \right\}$ of ordered …
Proximality And Transitivity In Relation To Points That Are Asymptotic To Themselves, Karol Gryszka
Proximality And Transitivity In Relation To Points That Are Asymptotic To Themselves, Karol Gryszka
Turkish Journal of Mathematics
We discuss dynamical systems that exhibit at least one weakly asymptotically periodic point. In the general case we prove that the system becomes trivial (it is either a periodic point or a fixed point) provided it is equicontinuous and transitive. This result can be used to provide a simple characterization of periodic points in transitive systems. We also discuss systems whose orbits are both proximal and weakly asymptotically periodic. As a result, we obtain a more general tool to detect mutual dynamics between two close orbits which need not be bounded (or have the empty limit set).
Some Congruences With $Q-$Binomial Sums, Neşe Ömür, Zehra Betül Gür, Si̇bel Koparal, Lai̇d Elkhiri
Some Congruences With $Q-$Binomial Sums, Neşe Ömür, Zehra Betül Gür, Si̇bel Koparal, Lai̇d Elkhiri
Turkish Journal of Mathematics
In this paper, using some combinatorial identities and congruences involving $q-$harmonic numbers, we establish congruences that for any odd prime $p$ and any positive integer $\alpha$,% \begin{equation*} \text{ }\sum\limits_{k=1 \pmod{2}}^{p-1}(-1)^{nk}\frac{% q^{-\alpha npk+ n\tbinom{k+1}{2}+2k}}{[k]_{q}}{\alpha p-1 \brack k}_{q}^{n} \pmod{[p]_{q}^{2}} , \end{equation*}% and \begin{equation*} \sum\limits_{k=1 \pmod{2}}^{p-1}(-1)^{nk}q^{-\alpha npk+ n\tbinom{k+1}{2}+k}{\alpha p-1 \brack k}_{q}^{n}% \widetilde{H}_{k}(q)\pmod{[p]_{q}^{2}} ,\text{ } \end{equation*}% where $n$ is any integer.
Operator Index Of A Nonsingular Algebraic Curve, Anar Dosi̇
Operator Index Of A Nonsingular Algebraic Curve, Anar Dosi̇
Turkish Journal of Mathematics
The present paper is devoted to a scheme-theoretic analog of the Fredholm theory. The continuity of the index function over the coordinate ring of an algebraic variety is investigated. It turns out that the index is closely related to the filtered topology given by finite products of maximal ideals. We prove that a variety over a field possesses the index function on nonzero elements of its coordinate ring iff it is an algebraic curve. In this case, the index is obtained by means of the multiplicity function from its normalization if the ground field is algebraically closed.
On The Existence Of $6$-Cycles For Some Families Of Difference Equations Of Third Order, Antonio Linero Bas, Daniel Nieves Roldán
On The Existence Of $6$-Cycles For Some Families Of Difference Equations Of Third Order, Antonio Linero Bas, Daniel Nieves Roldán
Turkish Journal of Mathematics
We prove that there are no $6$-cycles of the form $x_{n+3}=x_i f(x_j,x_k),$ with $i,j,k\in\{n,n+1,n+2\}$ pairwise distinct, whenever $f:(0,\infty)\times (0,\infty)\rightarrow (0,\infty)$ is a continuous symmetric function, that is, $f(x,y)=f(y,x)$, for all $x,y>0$. Moreover, we obtain all the $6$-cycles of potential form and present some open questions relative to the search of $p$-cycles whenever symmetry does not hold.
Dynamical Complexity Of A Predator-Prey Model With A Prey Refuge And Allee Effect, Jianping Gao, Jianghong Zhang, Wenyan Lian
Dynamical Complexity Of A Predator-Prey Model With A Prey Refuge And Allee Effect, Jianping Gao, Jianghong Zhang, Wenyan Lian
Turkish Journal of Mathematics
We consider a predator-prey model with a non-monotonic functional response encompassing a prey refuge and a strong Allee effect on the prey. The multiple existence and stability of interior equilibria are investigated. The bifurcation analysis shows this model can exhibit numerous kinds of bifurcations (e.g., saddle-node, Hopf-Andronov and Bogdanov-Takens bifurcations). It is found that there exist diverse parameter values for which the model exhibits a limit cycle, a homoclinic orbit, and even many heteroclinic curves. The results obtained reveal the prey refuge in the model brings rich dynamics and makes the system more sensitive to parameter values. The main purpose …
Inequalities Involving General Fractional Integrals Of P-Convex Functions, İlknur Yeşi̇lce Işik, Gülteki̇n Tinaztepe, Serap Kemali̇, Gabi̇l Adi̇lov
Inequalities Involving General Fractional Integrals Of P-Convex Functions, İlknur Yeşi̇lce Işik, Gülteki̇n Tinaztepe, Serap Kemali̇, Gabi̇l Adi̇lov
Turkish Journal of Mathematics
The Hermite-Hadamard type inequalities involving fractional integral operations for p-convex functions with respect to another function are studied. Then, the inequalities via Riemann-Liouville and Hadamard fractional integrals are presented specially. Using the obtained results, some inequality relations among special functions including beta and incomplete beta functions, gamma and incomplete gamma functions, and hypergeometric functions are presented.
Understanding Impact Of Educational Awareness And Vaccines As Optimal Control Mechanisms For Changing Human Behavior In Disease Epidemics, Manal Badgaish, Dr. Padmanabhan Seshaiyer
Understanding Impact Of Educational Awareness And Vaccines As Optimal Control Mechanisms For Changing Human Behavior In Disease Epidemics, Manal Badgaish, Dr. Padmanabhan Seshaiyer
Annual Symposium on Biomathematics and Ecology Education and Research
No abstract provided.
Msis-Capaldi: Modelling The Winter Tick Epizootic In Moose, Charlotte Beckford
Msis-Capaldi: Modelling The Winter Tick Epizootic In Moose, Charlotte Beckford
Annual Symposium on Biomathematics and Ecology Education and Research
No abstract provided.
A Modeling Framework For Minimizing Spread Of Mathematics Anxiety In College Students, Sara Sony, Majid Bani-Yaghoub
A Modeling Framework For Minimizing Spread Of Mathematics Anxiety In College Students, Sara Sony, Majid Bani-Yaghoub
Annual Symposium on Biomathematics and Ecology Education and Research
No abstract provided.
Langevin Dynamic Models For Smfret Dynamic Shift, David Frost, Keisha Cook Dr, Hugo Sanabria Dr
Langevin Dynamic Models For Smfret Dynamic Shift, David Frost, Keisha Cook Dr, Hugo Sanabria Dr
Annual Symposium on Biomathematics and Ecology Education and Research
No abstract provided.
Msis-Kadelka: On The Uniqueness Of Network Identification, Alan Veliz-Cuba, Elena Dimitrova
Msis-Kadelka: On The Uniqueness Of Network Identification, Alan Veliz-Cuba, Elena Dimitrova
Annual Symposium on Biomathematics and Ecology Education and Research
No abstract provided.
Geometry Of Competition And Stability For One-Host, Two-Parasitoid Systems With Application To Biocontrol, Michael Kerckhove
Geometry Of Competition And Stability For One-Host, Two-Parasitoid Systems With Application To Biocontrol, Michael Kerckhove
Annual Symposium on Biomathematics and Ecology Education and Research
No abstract provided.
Integrating Quantitative Skills Into Biology Courses, Kathleen Hoffman, Sarah Leupen, Hannah Pie, Michelle Starz-Gaiano, Patricia Turner, Tory Williams
Integrating Quantitative Skills Into Biology Courses, Kathleen Hoffman, Sarah Leupen, Hannah Pie, Michelle Starz-Gaiano, Patricia Turner, Tory Williams
Annual Symposium on Biomathematics and Ecology Education and Research
No abstract provided.
Msis-Kadelka: Algebraic Methods For Inferring Discrete Models Of Biological Networks, Brandilyn Stigler
Msis-Kadelka: Algebraic Methods For Inferring Discrete Models Of Biological Networks, Brandilyn Stigler
Annual Symposium on Biomathematics and Ecology Education and Research
No abstract provided.
Msis-Kondrashov: Constrained Optimization: Maximizing Student Success Subject To Covering Required Calculus Content, Reginald Mcgee
Msis-Kondrashov: Constrained Optimization: Maximizing Student Success Subject To Covering Required Calculus Content, Reginald Mcgee
Annual Symposium on Biomathematics and Ecology Education and Research
No abstract provided.