Definitions

1. noun

A subfactor of a von Neumann algebra, particularly in the context of operator algebras and their representations.

“In operator algebra theory, researchers study the subfactors of a given von Neumann algebra to better understand its structure.”

2. noun

A subcategory or subset of a broader category or factor, often used in statistical analysis.

“The researchers used subfactors to identify the specific influences of each variable on the overall outcome.”