A measure reflecting the average number of citations to recent articles published in an academic journal, used as an approximation of the relative importance of a journal within its field.

(quantum mechanics) A normalized complex number, considered as, say, the scalar coefficient of a ket.

(economics) The system or infrastructure for economic exchange within which factors of production (such as labor, materials, or capital) are purchased or sold.

(marine chemistry) A measure of how readily ocean waters will uptake atmospheric carbon dioxide.

The application of psychological and physiological principles to the engineering and design of products, processes, and systems, so as to reduce human error, increase productivity, and enhance safety and comfort.

plural of Falklands factor

(politics) A distinguishing trait that helps a party or faction win popular approval, other than their general policies.

plural of coagulation factor

Coagulation, or coagulation factor of the blood. / Any of the group of blood constituents which are involved in the process of coagulation

Also known as the clotting factor of the blood. / Any of the group of blood constituents which are involved in the process of coagulation