MIP
Smallest possible drink
MIP is an acronym with several technical meanings.
In optimization and computer science, it stands for mixed-integer programming—a mathematical approach where some variables must be whole numbers.
In computer graphics, MIP mapping (from the Latin *multum in parvo*, "much in little") refers to pre-calculated texture sequences that improve rendering speed.
In networking, Mobile IP allows devices to maintain connections while changing locations.
New device or method
- intellectual propertyLegal rights over inventions
- claimsStatements of truth
- prior artPre-existing technical knowledge
- noveltyQuality of being original
utility · filing · application · infringement · license · exclusivity · protection · grant
Preset pattern for reproduction
- recognitionPerceiving something as known
- selectivityTendency to choose carefully
- binding siteMolecular attachment region
- polymerizationMonomers bonding into chains
rebinding · specificity · affinity · cavities · imprinting · extraction · separation · sorbent
Programmed cell death
- cell deathCessation of cellular life
- cytotoxicityHarmfulness to living cells
- necrosisLocalized cell death
- permeabilityAbility to transmit fluids
mitochondrial · viability · confocal · staining · uptake · exclusion · cellular damage
Armed reconnaissance seeking engagement
- tactical formationArranged positioning of forces
- armored vehiclesPlated military transport machines
- fire supportMilitary weapons assistance
- reconnaissanceInformation-gathering before action
assault · defensive position · squad · section · team leader · weapons squad · mounted patrol · objective
invention
New device or method
- intellectual propertyLegal rights over inventions
- claimsStatements of truth
- prior artPre-existing technical knowledge
novelty · utility · filing · application · infringement · license · exclusivity · protection · grant · patentee
template
Preset pattern for reproduction
- recognitionPerceiving something as known
- selectivityTendency to choose carefully
- binding siteMolecular attachment region
polymerization · rebinding · specificity · affinity · cavities · imprinting · extraction · separation · sorbent · analyte
apoptosis
Programmed cell death
- cell deathCessation of cellular life
- cytotoxicityHarmfulness to living cells
- necrosisLocalized cell death
permeability · mitochondrial · viability · confocal · staining · uptake · exclusion · cellular damage
combat patrol
Armed reconnaissance seeking engagement
- tactical formationArranged positioning of forces
- armored vehiclesPlated military transport machines
- fire supportMilitary weapons assistance
reconnaissance · assault · defensive position · squad · section · team leader · weapons squad · mounted patrol · objective · checkpoint
Minimum for buying alcohol
of age · legal possession · compliance · licensed · permitted
MIPadult
Mature person, legally responsible
major · twenty-one · majority · grown-up