Population-Level Constraints on Far-Infrared Excess in Nearby Galaxies: A 250 𝜇m Control-Band Anchored Test Using GAMA DR4

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Preprint Open access

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Authors: Brenton Fournier
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18664419
Cited by: 2
References: 1

Abstract

This preprint presents a population-level control-band infrared test anchored at 250 μm using GAMA DR4 data. Applying matched-null stratified refinement, it evaluates whether apparent far-infrared excess persists under progressive covariate conditioning. As a control-band analysis, it tests whether excess behavior observed at longer wavelengths reflects structural effects or methodological artifacts.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Galaxies: Formation Evolution Phenomena Astronomy and Astrophysical Research Stellar planetary and galactic studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
16 February 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Preprint