How many cause variables can we include in a MIMIC model?

hello, I want to run a MIMIC model in AMOS, is there a ideal number of cause indicators? Thanks on advance,

08 September 2019 8,747 10 View

Is scale mean a statistic that can be tested for significance?

Hello, My friend created a hypothesis "Is x (variable) is significant?". I found this hypothesis weird:) Anyway, he insists on testing this. I calculated the mean of the scale (x) on SPSS. Is...

07 August 2019 6,930 6 View

How can we interpret negative factor loading?

How can we interpret negative factor loading? In explanatory factor analysis, how should us interpret negative factor loading? Should we consider absolute value?

31 December 2018 6,718 1 View

How can we interpret negative factor loading?

In explanatory factor analysis, I have an item loaded positive in one factor and loaded negative in an other factor, there is a difference less than 0,1 between the two in absoulte terms? Should I...

11 December 2018 6,825 1 View

In structural equation modeling what is ECVI?

In structural equation modeling, ECVI is an index that can be achieved in an other sample. But formulation of ECVI does not explain how this works?

11 December 2018 7,076 3 View

In SEM, should factor loadings have same sign?

In reflective models, should regression coefficients between latent and two indicators have same sign?

10 November 2018 3,027 4 View

Is it necessary to test the significance of marker indicator in SEM?

Is it necessary to test the significance of marker indicator in SEM? I have a SEM model in which latents have two indicators. I estimated hybrid model using one step approach. When I release...

10 November 2018 4,794 0 View

Is it necessary to test the significance of marker indicator in SEM?

Is it necessary to test the significance of marker indicator in SEM? I have a SEM model in which latents have two indicators. I estimated hybrid model using one step approach. When I release...

10 November 2018 1,113 3 View

In SEM, can we link egzogenous observed variable to indicator of endogenous latent?

In my structural equation model, I have a an observed egzogenous variable, according to modification indices, can i link it to an indicator of endogenous latent? Thanks in advance

10 November 2018 6,790 7 View

In CFA, if sign of factor loading is contradictory with theoretical expectations?

In CFA, if sign of factor loading is contradictory with theoretical expectations, what can we do? Can we accept the model and interpret the rational loadings or reject the model?

09 October 2018 1,967 0 View

Dear all, I was wondering if anyone knows whether MGLtools and Autodock can run on Mac OS?

I have tried to download the 64-bit version of MGLtools however, as many times as I have downloaded and uninstall the programs, an error arises that the app needs to be updated. Thank you.

03 March 2021 5,997 2 View

I got 02 moderator values defining Johnson-Neyman significance regions. Is it an error?

Hi everyone, I am conducting research for my Master's thesis. I am using PROCESS by Johnson-Neyman to analyze my Moderator model. I test the relationship between Public Service Motivation and...

03 March 2021 2,350 2 View

Do I need to do linear regression before running mediation analysis using PROCESS MACRO by Hayes ?

I just wanted to check if I need to run a linear regression separately if I am using PROCESS MACRO to run mediation analysis. Thank you.

02 March 2021 4,359 3 View

Do I need to strip the PVDF membrane before staining it with colloidal gold?

Dear Colleagues, After running Western blot on PVDF membrane and detection using ECL, I would like to stain my PVDF with colloidal gold to be able to allign the ECL image with total proteins on...

02 March 2021 7,829 3 View

PACYC PCR not working after several attempts. Would anyone have any suggestions?

So, I have been trying to run a pACYC PCR which will be used later on for a Gibson Assembly. However the PCR is not working. I have already tried gradient PCR and changing extension time; however...

02 March 2021 1,146 2 View

What SPSS analysis should I run with one IV (with two levels) and two DVs?

Hi, I am trying to figure out which test would be most appropriate to run for the following question: Is there a difference in task blood pressure between smokers and non-smokers? There are two...

01 March 2021 8,235 2 View

OpenBCI eeg--has anyone used them?

I'm looking to try out an off-the-shelf EEG set for some exploratory work. Curious if anyone has used the OpenBCI, and how much set-up work is required. I've heard they are more difficult to get...

01 March 2021 4,128 3 View

Is there any expert in Smart PLS who can help me?

Dear colleagues, I have a manuscript that needs an expert in smart PLS to run the analysis, Is there anyone expert and ready to help me, please?

01 March 2021 8,212 3 View

Why initial concentration of Pb not the same as calculated one when testing using AAS?

I am currently doing research on the adsorption of heavy metal using magnetic reduce graphene oxide. I use AAS to determine the concentration of the heavy metal. I prepare the Pb solution with...

26 February 2021 9,580 4 View

How to run Cross-lagged panel Design on AMOS?

25 February 2021 3,126 1 View