Confusion

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How to get started building and analyzing a UTAUT model?

Hello all, I need help getting started building and analyzing a UTATU model. I have a survey ready with some questions but I had some confusions on UATAUT and on how to analyze the data. I will...

02 March 2021 9,476 1 View

Which type of loading is to be used in dynamic analysis of Machien foundation?

Hello Everyone, Hope you all are doing well. I'm trying to simulate a machine foundation in ABAQUS with a geo-cell reinforced soil bed. Im totally confused to which type of loading would be...

21 February 2021 4,553 3 View

When to use different framework?

Hi, can I use both conceptual framework and theoretical framework in my systematic review? My future study plan is to use a theory. In this situation for my systematic review should I use both or...

18 February 2021 9,723 2 View

Which test should I use in SPSS if I have two independent variables and one dependent variable that is measured using two tests?

I am researching the effect of gender and video game use on reaction times. To do this, I will have participants complete two reaction time tests (a simple test and a four choice test). I am a...

17 February 2021 9,604 4 View

How to judge and prove the uniqueness of the solutions to the following two matrix equations?

It is about the matrix equation AX=B, where a, b c in A and B are independent elements, X should be made of constants. Case 1 A=[a b 0;0 0 c]; B=[a b 0 0;0 0 c c]; The solution is X=[1 0 0 0;0 1...

16 February 2021 5,845 3 View

Which DL architecture is better to work on handwritten data?

I am working in the area of Handwriting recognition for Bangla. As there are many DL architecture, I am confused which one to select.

15 February 2021 5,135 1 View

In your experience what is the difference between G.652D and G.655D optical fiber. In field and in lab?

In our current era there is a big confusion about the usage of G.652 and G.655 optical fiber cable. Theoretically G.655 is much better than G.652 but the operator feel that G.652 is giving almost...

11 February 2021 4,232 8 View

Which anesthetic for cortisol determination in fish?

I am a bit confused. I am planning an experiment in the field where fish will be caught by electrofishing. Afterwards, they are supposed to be euthanised by using an anaesthetic. I found...

10 February 2021 1,213 4 View

Moderation test of reflective construct in AMOS?

Hi dear researchers, I need your guidance on the moderation test of a reflective construct (i.e., Uncertainty avoidance with three items) with high and low UA. I run the moderation test with the...

08 February 2021 508 7 View

I conducted a survey with a 4-point Likert scale. My sample size was 6. I want to make sure that I'm using the correct statistical tests?

I used descriptive statistics, the Mann-Whitney tests (male/female responses), The Kruskal Walis test (3 different job title categories), and was considering which other test I could use. I also...

05 February 2021 7,385 5 View

How to prepare protein samples in EMSA assay?

Recently l was studying EMSA assay, but l didn't find any detailed information about protein sample. we can use two kinds of protein, including crude protein extracts and recombinant proteins. but...

02 February 2021 10,185 3 View

Can someone explain blocking vs. nonblocking electrodes in terms of electrochemical impedance spectroscopy?

I have fabricated thin films and want to measure the impedance parallel to the material. I suspect the films are conducting protons and electrons based on some Hall effect measurements I have...

27 January 2021 1,901 5 View

What is the suitable error estimator for selecting the best model with multiple outputs in Neural network?

I have three outputs, each with a different unit. I am searching for an error estimator with the help of which I can select the most suitable Neural Network configuration. I will have to compute...

26 January 2021 363 5 View

Why can't I get an Sdr value when measuring surface texture parameters?

I am performing a texture surface analysis of a polished ceramic surface using an optical profiler; amongst the parameters I am measuring is the Sdr. I got values for the Sdr when I analyzed my...

25 January 2021 4,576 3 View

Difference between groups or association between variables? Can I ask both questions for a given set of variables?

I am new to statistics and trying to analyse my quantitative data. I am referring to "https://stats.idre.ucla.edu/other/mult-pkg/whatstat/" and "Laerd statistics" for the choice of statistical...

24 January 2021 4,663 4 View

Difference between Second-harmonic generation and Two-photon absorption?

Hello Dear Researchers, I am confused about the Difference between Second-harmonic generation and Two-photon absorption? Can anyone describe the two phenomena briefly in the physical picture? What...

24 January 2021 10,132 5 View

Should I use nominal or real trade openness index?

Hello every one. At the moment, I am conducting a research (PhD Theses) about trade openness and economic growth in Libya. My question is that, should I use nominal or real trade openness index....

21 January 2021 1,437 6 View

45% top1 Accuracy on TinyImgeNet?

I trained a model from scratch no transfer learning of any kind I got top1 validation accuracy of 45.79 and top5 validation accuracy of 72.39. I did a lot of hyperparameters tuning I have seen...

19 January 2021 6,997 2 View

Which are the appropriate standard in TLC as well as in HPLC ?

I have ethyle acetate extracts of photorhbdus bacteria which need to be identified but I am confused, when we are running TLC or HPLC to detect secondary metabolites, then d'nt know what to use...

19 January 2021 7,299 3 View

What is the difference between research summaries and abstracts? Can an abstract be contained in a research summary?

Some articles confuse the two subjects. I need to find out if they can be used interchangeably. If not, what is the difference between the two?

13 January 2021 974 3 View

Which peak should I consider when calculating ZIF-8's crystalline size from XRD?

Hello, Using the Scherrer's equation, one could calculate, roughly, the crystalline size of ZIF-8. However, I am confused as to which peak in the XRD pattern should be taken for the calculation?...

10 January 2021 8,763 3 View

How can I estimate and plot Logarithmic Error Bars (in Excel, preferably)?

Dear Dr.colleagues, I am currently plotting the dynamics of an infection in Excel. For each sampling day, I plotted the mean infection load of the population, using the standard error for the...

07 January 2021 2,214 3 View

Sample is in a powdered form - how do I prepare for DLS?

I have this question from @Anurag Nath posted on an existing thread: https://www.researchgate.net/post/What_are_some_effective_sample_preparation_techniques_for_DLS_study To avoid confusing the...

06 January 2021 4,972 2 View

Can subdimensions of a variable be treated as a single variable in hypotheses testing?

Hi! Anything to throw light to the following question would be appreciated: I'm conducting SPSS macro PROCESS, Model 8 (Hayes, 2018) to test my moderation model. PROCESS allows to test a single...

04 January 2021 8,289 5 View

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