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'''Localization''' or '''localisation''' may refer to:

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==Mathematics==

* [[Localization (algebra)]], a formal way to introduce the "denominators" to given a ring or a module

* [[Localization of a category]], adding to a category inverse morphisms for some collection of morphisms, constraining them to become isomorphisms

* [[Localization of a module]], a construction to introduce denominators in a module M for a ring R

* [[Localization of a ring]], in abstract algebra, a systematic method of adding multiplicative inverses to a ring

* [[Localization of a topological space]], the localization of topological spaces at primes

* [[Localization theorem]], theorem to infer the nullity of a function given only information about its continuity and the value of its integral

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==Language==

==Biology==

* [[Language localisation]], the process of translating a product into different languages or adapting a product for a specific country or region

* Localization of function, locating psychological functions in the brain or nervous system; see [[Linguistic intelligence]]

** [[Internationalization and localization]], the adaptation of computer software for non-native environments, especially other nations and cultures

* [[Localization of sensation]], ability to tell what part of the body is affected by touch or other sensation; see [[Allochiria]]

*** [[Game localization]], refers to the preparation of video games for other locales

** [[DubNeurologic localization]], in neurology, the adaptationprocess of adeducing moviethe or___location televisionof seriesinjury forbased anotheron audiencesymptoms and [[neurological examination]]

* [[Nuclear localization signal]], an amino acid sequence on the surface of a protein which acts like a 'tag' to localize the protein in the cell

* [[Sound localization]], a listener's ability to identify the ___location or origin of a detected sound

* [[Subcellular localization]], the organization of cellular components into different regions of thea cell

==Engineering and technology==

* [[GSM localization]], a technique for determining the ___location of a user ofan aactive cell phone or wireless transceiver

* [[Robot localization]], figuring out robot's position in an environment

* [[Indoor positioning system]], a network of devices used to wirelessly locate objects or people inside a building

* [[Sound localization]], a listener's ability to identify the ___location or origin of a detected sound

* [[Navigation]], a technique for determining one's position accurately on the surface of earthEarth

* [[Indoor positioning system]], a network of devices used to wirelessly locate objects or people inside a building

* [[Radiolocation]], process of finding the ___location of something through the use ofvia radio waves

* [[Navigation]], a technique for determining one's position accurately on the surface of earth

* [[Radiolocation]], process of finding the ___location of something through the use of radio waves

* [[Satellite navigation]], a positioning and navigation technique aided by satellites

==Adaptation to language, etc.==

* [[Language localization]], translating product related documents into different languages and adapting that translation to a country, region and/or jurisdiction

** [[Internationalization and localization]], the adaptation of computer software for non-native environments, especially other nations and cultures

*** [[GameVideo game localization]], refers to the preparation of video games for other locales

* [[Dub localization]], the adaptation of a movie or television series for another audience

** [[Subtitle localization]]

* [[Indigenization]], the process of adopting and integrating elements of a local culture, including language, customs, and names, often to better align with the local community

==Mathematics==

* [[Localization of a category]], adding to a category inverse morphisms for some collection of morphisms, constraining them to become isomorphisms

* [[Localization (algebra)of a ring and a module]], in abstract algebra, a formal way to introduce the "denominators" to given a given ring or a module

* [[Localization of a topological space]], the localization of topological spaces at primes

* [[Localization theorem]], theorem to infer the nullity of a function given only information about its continuity and the value of its integral

==Physics==

* [[Anderson localization]], in condensed matter physics, the absence of diffusion of waves in a disordered medium

* [[Weak localization]], a physical effect which occurs in disordered electronic systems at very low temperatures

* [[Supersymmetric localization]], a method to compute exact correlation functions of certain supersymmetric operators in supersymmetric quantum field theories

==BiologyOther uses==

* [[Localization of functionEra]], locating(1900-1300 psychologicalBCE), functionsthe infourth theand brainfinal orperiod nervousof system;the seeIndus [[LinguisticValley intelligence]]Tradition

* The opposite toof [[economic globalisation]]

* [[Localization of sensation]], ability to tell what part of the body is affected by touch or other sensation; see [[Allochiria]]

* [[Internationalization and localization]], the adaptation of products for international use by conforming them to the conventions of each target locale, including language and culture.

* [[Nuclear localization signal]], an amino acid sequence on the surface of a protein which acts like a 'tag' to localize the protein in the cell

* [[Subcellular localization]], the organization of cellular components into different regions of the cell

==Other==

* [[Localization Era]], (1900-1300 BCE) the fourth and final period of the Indus Valley Tradition

* The opposite to [[economic globalisation]]

== See also ==

* [[Local theory]], a physical theory that obeys the principle of locality

* [[Local (disambiguation)]]

* [[Local group (disambiguation)]]

* [[Localism (disambiguation)]]

* [[Locality (disambiguation)]]

* [[Locus (disambiguation)]]

* [[Type locality (disambiguation)]]

* [[Locale (computer software)]]

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