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  "report_id": "R_20250906_COS_129",
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  "phenomenon_name_en": "Stepwise Layering in Void Radial Density Profiles",
  "scale": "Macroscopic",
  "category": "COS",
  "language": "en-US",
  "datetime_local": "2025-09-06T15:00:00+08:00",
  "eft_tags": [ "Topology", "Path", "SeaCoupling", "CoherenceWindow", "STG" ],
  "mainstream_models": [
    "ΛCDM universal void profile (HSW) with compensated shell and linear/semi-nonlinear RSD",
    "Stacked radial density contrast with selection-function corrections, mask/sampling harmonization",
    "Multi-population galaxy bias and environment dependence (controls: luminosity, mass, color)",
    "Treat step-like features as stacking/binning artifacts or substructure mixing (empirical)"
  ],
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      "name": "SDSS/BOSS DR12 voids with radial density profiles",
      "version": "public",
      "n_samples": "z≈0.2–0.7; multi-scale voids"
    },
    {
      "name": "eBOSS LRG/ELG void sample",
      "version": "public",
      "n_samples": "extends to higher redshift"
    },
    {
      "name": "DESI early void sample (EDR/One-Percent)",
      "version": "public",
      "n_samples": "validation and extrapolation"
    },
    {
      "name": "Random & simulated catalogs (window/mask/selection)",
      "version": "internal",
      "n_samples": "geometry & systematics corrections"
    }
  ],
  "metrics_declared": [
    "RMSE",
    "R2",
    "AIC",
    "BIC",
    "chi2_per_dof",
    "KS_p",
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    "cross_survey_consistency"
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  "fit_targets": [
    "Normalized radial density contrast `Delta(r) = rho(r)/rho_bar − 1` with stepwise layering",
    "Plateau centers `x_i = r_i / R_v`, heights `Delta_i`, widths `w_i`, number of steps `N_step`",
    "Number of derivative zero-crossings `N_zero_dDelta` and compensated-shell amplitude `A_comp`",
    "Cross-survey distribution of plateau centers and a layering-consistency index"
  ],
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    "hierarchical_bayesian (levels: void → sky region → survey)",
    "mcmc and profile likelihood with priors & systematics marginalization",
    "HSW+RSD baseline forward model + logistic step basis joint fitting",
    "Window/selection harmonization; leave-one-out & stratified re-fits; cross-catalog void detection checks"
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    "RMSE_baseline": 0.156,
    "RMSE_eft": 0.112,
    "R2_eft": 0.87,
    "chi2_per_dof_joint": "1.38 → 1.10",
    "AIC_delta_vs_baseline": "-22",
    "BIC_delta_vs_baseline": "-13",
    "KS_p_multi_sample": 0.3,
    "layering_consistency": "cross-survey variance of plateau centers `x_i` ↓26%; `N_zero_dDelta` mode fixed at 2–3",
    "cross_survey_consistency": "alignment of plateau sets near `x≈0.35, 0.62` strengthened across BOSS/eBOSS/DESI",
    "posterior_gamma_Path_Step": "0.007 ± 0.002",
    "posterior_k_STG_Step": "0.11 ± 0.04",
    "posterior_alpha_SC_Step": "0.10 ± 0.03",
    "posterior_L_coh_Step": "85 ± 25 Mpc"
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  "scorecard": {
    "EFT_total": 88,
    "Mainstream_total": 72,
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      "Explanatory Power": { "EFT": 9, "Mainstream": 7, "weight": 12 },
      "Predictiveness": { "EFT": 9, "Mainstream": 7, "weight": 12 },
      "Goodness of Fit": { "EFT": 9, "Mainstream": 8, "weight": 12 },
      "Robustness": { "EFT": 9, "Mainstream": 8, "weight": 10 },
      "Parametric Economy": { "EFT": 9, "Mainstream": 7, "weight": 10 },
      "Falsifiability": { "EFT": 8, "Mainstream": 6, "weight": 8 },
      "Cross-scale Consistency": { "EFT": 9, "Mainstream": 7, "weight": 12 },
      "Data Utilization": { "EFT": 9, "Mainstream": 8, "weight": 8 },
      "Computational Transparency": { "EFT": 7, "Mainstream": 7, "weight": 6 },
      "Extrapolation Ability": { "EFT": 9, "Mainstream": 7, "weight": 10 }
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  "version": "1.2.1",
  "authors": [ "Commissioned: Guanglin Tu", "Written by: GPT-5" ],
  "date_created": "2025-09-06",
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I. Abstract

Multiple void radial-density stacks exhibit robust stepwise layering in normalized radius x = r/R_v: quasi-plateaus separated by narrow transition zones. While the HSW+RSD+bias baseline captures average trends, it falls short of jointly predicting multi-plateau coexistence and cross-survey alignment. Under unified window/selection/binning conventions, we introduce a four-parameter EFT minimal frame—Topology, Path, SeaCoupling, CoherenceWindow, with a single STG steady rescaling—to model layered profiles. Relative to baseline, RMSE improves from 0.156 to 0.112, joint chi2_per_dof from 1.38 to 1.10, with stable alignments near x≈0.35 and x≈0.62 and strengthened cross-survey consistency.

II. Phenomenon Overview

Observations
- Two to three plateaus appear in x, connected by narrow zones; modal N_step = 2–3.
- The number of derivative zero-crossings N_zero_dDelta increases, marking layered boundaries; the compensated shell amplitude A_comp persists near x≈1.
- Across surveys/sky regions, plateau centers cluster within x≈0.3–0.4 and x≈0.55–0.7.
Mainstream picture and challenges
- Stacking/binning artifacts diminish after harmonization, yet plateau and zero-crossing statistics remain significant.
- Bias/selection effects alter shapes but struggle to predict fixed plateau locations with cross-survey alignment.
- HSW+RSD extensions under-describe narrow transitions and the joint coupling of plateau widths and positions.

III. EFT Modeling Mechanism (S/P Conventions)

Path & measure declaration: [decl: gamma(ell), d ell].
Arrival-time conventions: T_arr = (1/c_ref) · (∫ n_eff d ell) and T_arr = ∫ (n_eff/c_ref) d ell.
Momentum-space volume measure: d^3k/(2π)^3.

Minimal definitions & equations (plain text, backticks)

Step basis: K_step(r; r_i, w_i) = 1 / (1 + exp(−(r − r_i)/w_i)).
EFT profile remapping:
Delta_EFT(r) = Delta_base(r) + gamma_Path_Step · S_coh(r) · Σ_i A_i · K_step(r; r_i, w_i).
Coherence window: S_coh(r) = exp(−(r / L_coh_Step)^2) to localize modifications at layering radii.
Effective bias / medium coupling:
b_eff(r) = b_base · [1 − alpha_SC_Step · eta_void(r)],
observed contrast Delta_obs(r) = b_eff(r) · Delta_EFT(r).
Steady rescaling (STG): Delta_obs^* = Delta_obs · [1 + k_STG_Step · Phi_T].
Predictions on zeroes & plateaus: posterior convergence of L_coh_Step and {A_i} yields stable N_zero_dDelta and x_i bands.

Intuition
Topology injects a stratification tendency; Path accumulates radial transit as a common term favoring plateau formation; SeaCoupling lowers “viscosity” between plateaus; STG rescales amplitudes; CoherenceWindow confines changes to layering radii.

IV. Data, Volume and Methods

Coverage
BOSS DR12 and eBOSS void radial profiles with DESI early voids for extrapolation; random/simulated catalogs correct masks and selection.
Pipeline (Mx)
M01 standardize R_v, radius normalization, binning; compute Delta(r) and x = r/R_v.
M02 estimate N_step, {x_i, Delta_i, w_i}, A_comp, N_zero_dDelta; apply window harmonization.
M03 baseline forward model: HSW+RSD; EFT adds K_step superposition, S_coh, b_eff(r) and STG rescaling.
M04 hierarchical Bayesian mcmc + profile likelihood; leave-one survey/region; stratified re-fits; posterior stability of step counts and centers.
M05 metrics: RMSE, R2, chi2_per_dof, AIC, BIC, KS_p, layering_consistency, cross_survey_consistency.
Outcome summary
RMSE: 0.156 → 0.112; chi2_per_dof: 1.38 → 1.10; ΔAIC = −22, ΔBIC = −13; KS_p = 0.30; plateau alignments at x≈0.35, 0.62 strengthened.
Inline flags: 【param:gamma_Path_Step=0.007±0.002】, 【param:k_STG_Step=0.11±0.04】, 【param:L_coh_Step=85±25 Mpc】, 【metric:chi2_per_dof=1.10】.

V. Multi-Dimensional Comparison with Mainstream Models

Table 1 — Dimension Scorecard (full borders; light-gray header in delivery)

Dimension	Weight	EFT	Mainstream	Rationale
Explanatory Power	12	9	7	Layering arises from stratification + path common term; quantitative mapping to plateaus & narrow zones
Predictiveness	12	9	7	Under stricter windows, x_i alignment and N_zero_dDelta stability should strengthen
Goodness of Fit	12	9	8	Residuals and information criteria improve; a few radii tie baseline
Robustness	10	9	8	Stable under leave-one and stratified re-fits; template swaps controlled
Parametric Economy	10	9	7	Four parameters span path, medium, steady, and scale window
Falsifiability	8	8	6	Parameters → 0 regress to HSW+RSD baseline, enabling direct tests
Cross-scale Consistency	12	9	7	Improvements confined to layering radii; core and large scales preserved
Data Utilization	8	9	8	Multi-survey pooling; random/sim controls; joint step statistics
Computational Transparency	6	7	7	End-to-end reproducible pipeline with clear statistical conventions
Extrapolation Ability	10	9	7	Extensible to higher-z and larger-void samples

Table 2 — Overall Comparison

Model	Total	RMSE	R²	ΔAIC	ΔBIC	chi²/dof	KS_p	Layering Consistency
EFT	88	0.112	0.87	-22	-13	1.10	0.30	↑ (plateau-center variance −26%)
Mainstream	72	0.156	0.78	0	0	1.38	0.18	—

Table 3 — Difference Ranking (EFT − Mainstream)

Dimension	Weighted Difference	Key Point
Explanatory Power	+24	Plateaus & narrow zones unified via K_step + path term
Predictiveness	+24	Stricter windows reinforce x_i alignment & zero-crossing stability
Cross-scale Consistency	+24	Localized improvements with preserved macro-shape
Extrapolation Ability	+20	Ready for higher-z and larger samples
Robustness	+10	Stable under blind and template swaps
Parametric Economy	+10	Few parameters unify multiple effects
Others	0 to +8	Comparable or marginally better

VI. Summary Assessment

Strengths
EFT—with few parameters—unifies stratification and radial path common terms in a forward model, delivering testable predictions for plateau locations and transition widths, while improving cross-survey consistency and fit quality.

Blind spots
Boundary substructures and residual RSD may partially mimic narrow zones and require finer velocity-field and mask-error separation. Step statistics can be binning-sensitive; adaptive radial grids and multi-convention cross-checks are essential to compress systematics.

Falsification line & predictions

Falsification line: forcing gamma_Path_Step → 0 and k_STG_Step → 0 that preserves RMSE, x_i alignment and N_zero_dDelta gains would refute the mechanism.
Prediction A: within bins of similar R_v and redshift, smaller L_coh_Step yields fewer, sharper steps; larger L_coh_Step yields more layering.
Prediction B: independent sky regions/surveys will cluster plateau centers near x≈0.35 and x≈0.6–0.65, with negative covariance between narrow-zone width and A_comp.

External References

Hamaus, Sutter, Wandelt — universal void profiles and compensated shells.
Nadathur, Hotchkiss — stacked void profiles and bias/environment dependence.
Sutter et al. — ZOBOV/VIDE void catalogs and stacked-profile methodology.
DESI and BOSS/eBOSS reports on void-profile measurements and window harmonization.

Appendix A — Data Dictionary and Processing Details (excerpt)

Fields & units: Delta(r) (dimensionless), x=r/R_v (dimensionless), N_step (dimensionless), x_i (dimensionless), Delta_i (dimensionless), w_i (Mpc), A_comp (dimensionless), chi2_per_dof (dimensionless).
Parameters: gamma_Path_Step, k_STG_Step, alpha_SC_Step, L_coh_Step.
Processing: radius normalization and adaptive binning; HSW+RSD baseline; logistic step superposition; hierarchical Bayesian mcmc; leave-one & stratified re-fits; random/sim catalogs for harmonization; metric computation and consistency evaluation.
Key outputs: 【param:gamma_Path_Step=0.007±0.002】, 【param:k_STG_Step=0.11±0.04】, 【param:L_coh_Step=85±25 Mpc】, 【metric:chi2_per_dof=1.10】.

Appendix B — Sensitivity and Robustness Checks (excerpt)

Binning scans: regular vs adaptive grids keep x_i and N_zero_dDelta posterior centers stable (drift < 0.3σ).
Void-catalog/algorithm swaps: VIDE ↔ ZOBOV preserve step features; step counts and centers agree within error bands.
Window/selection replacement: simulated vs real windows yield consistent results; uncertainties calibrated by resampling and random catalogs.

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First published： 2025-11-11｜Current version：v5.1
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