IF
also: アイエフ
Meanings
intermediate frequency
Technical term in electronics; refers to a frequency to which a carrier wave is shifted during transmission or reception.
See also: 中間周波数
In the superheterodyne method, the received signal is converted to an intermediate frequency.
interferon
Biochemistry term; a protein produced by cells in response to viral infection, used in medical treatments.
See also: インターフェロン
IF is sometimes used in the treatment of hepatitis C.
impact factor
Metric for academic journals; often discussed in research evaluation contexts.
See also: インパクトファクター
The journal's impact factor has been rising year by year.
Computing abbreviation; may refer to hardware or software interfaces.
See also: インターフェース
This device's interface supports USB 3.0.
index fund
Finance abbreviation; a type of mutual fund or ETF designed to track a market index.
See also: インデックスファンド
If you want low-cost diversification, an index fund is an option.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉のIFが高い(a journal's) impact factor is high
This journal is known for having a high impact factor.
- IFに投資するto invest in an index fund
Investing in an index fund is recommended for beginners.