A surname from Scottish Gaelic.

plural of Donaldson-Thomas invariant

(algebraic geometry) The theory of Donaldson-Thomas invariants.

(algebraic geometry) Given a compact moduli space of sheaves on a Calabi-Yau threefold, its Donaldson-Thomas invariant is the virtual number of its points, i.e., the integral of the cohomology class 1 against the virtual fundamental class.

Facts exist as they do independently of emotional biases.

A sarcastic response to when someone is told something obvious

Alternative form of Lord willing and the creek don't rise

Be quick; do not waste time.

(informal, idiomatic) Indicating that one is serious and not joking about a matter.

A specific domesticated breed of donkey from the Balkans.