Hafnian

In mathematics, the hafnian is a scalar function of a symmetric matrix that generalizes the permanent.

Not to be confused with Hafnium.

The hafnian was named by Eduardo R. Caianiello "to mark the fruitful period of stay in Copenhagen (Hafnia in Latin)."

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