Exploring the extraction capabilities of natural cyclodextrin-nanosponges: The improvement moving from α- to γ-cyclodextrin-based polymers by Nina Felli, Davide Filardi, Riccardo Sergi, Luisa Maria Migneco, Massimo Giuseppe De Cesaris, Lorenzo Antonelli, Iolanda Francolini, Alessandra Gentili

“…Their sorption properties were investigated in the dispersive-solid phase extraction of 42 model compounds (common organic contaminants including drugs, hormones, herbicides, and pesticides) from river water samples. …”
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The role of cultural factors in green supply chain management practices: a conceptual framework and an empirical investigation by Sadia Iddik

“…The paper used a convenience sample, as it is required by the quantitative method, which legitimate making generalization under certain conditions. …”
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Do insomnia and/or sleep disturbances predict the onset, relapse or worsening of depression in community and clinical samples of children and youth? Protocol for a systematic revie... by Sarah Bonato, Peter Szatmari, John D Haltigan, Cecilia Marino, Brendan Andrade, Madison Aitken

“…The choice between a random-effect or fixed-effect model will be based both on the I2 statistics and the participant and study characteristics of the combined studies. …”
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Analysis of Factors Affecting the Students’ Acceptance Level of E-Commerce Applications in Yogyakarta Using Modified UTAUT 2 by Dori Gusti Alex Candra, Muhammad Taufiq Nuruzzaman, Shofwatul 'Uyun, Bambang Sugiantoro, Millati Pratiwi

“…The purpose of this study is to analyze the factors that influence students’ level of acceptance of e-commerce applications in Yogyakarta using the modified UTAUT 2. This is quantitative research with multiple linear regression models using SPSS software version 25 with a sample size of 303 people. …”
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Analysis and Prediction of Grouting Reinforcement Performance of Broken Rock Considering Joint Morphology Characteristics by Guanglin Liang, Linchong Huang, Chengyong Cao

“…Given the significant influence of rock joint morphology on mechanical behavior, this study employs the frequency spectrum fractal dimension (D) and the frequency domain amplitude integral (Rq) as quantitative descriptors of joint morphology. Using Fourier transform techniques, a reconstruction method is developed to model joints with arbitrary shape characteristics. …”
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Current situation of pharmacy services in community health centers and the functioning of pharmacists in family doctor teams in Shanghai by Rui LIU, Yu CAO, Aiqun CHU, Huanyun WU

“…Methods: A combination of qualitative and quantitative approach was adopted. In December 2020, a stratified sampling method was employed to survey 307 on-duty pharmacists with licensed pharmacist qualifications from 29 community health centers, including 6 in the central urban areas, 8 in the inner and outer suburban areas, and 15 in the outer suburban areas. …”
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Novel triple-target panels utilizing methylation-sensitive restriction enzyme-based quantitative PCR for detecting advanced cervical precancers and cancers among high-risk HPV-posi... by Shimin Chen, Hongshuang Dai, Shangying Hu, Tangjie Gao, Ming Chen, Xinghua Zhou, Lizhong Dai, Xuelian Zhao, Fanghui Zhao

“…Methods Eighteen candidate genes were detected by MSRE-qPCR in cervical samples from hrHPV women. All possible triple-target panels from these genes were generated by logistic regression models with repeated ten-fold cross-validation on a training set of 1223 women (180 CIN3 +; 1043 < CIN3). …”
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A framework for remediation prioritization of unstable rock slopes based on indirect information by Yang Sun, Feng Xiong, Jinshan Sun, Zhen Chen

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Quantitative Analysis of 3-Monochloropropane-1,2-diol in Fried Oil Using Convolutional Neural Networks Optimizing with a Stepwise Hybrid Preprocessing Strategy Based on Fourier Tra... by Xi Wang, Siyi Wang, Shibing Zhang, Jiping Yin, Qi Zhao

“…Following this, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy association with an convolutional neural network (CNN) model was employed in this investigation for the nondestructive quantitative measurement of 3-MCPD in oil samples. …”
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Improved Cd Detection in Rice Grain Using LIBS with Husk-Based XGBoost Transfer Learning by Weiping Xie, Jiang Xu, Lin Huang, Yuan Xu, Qi Wan, Yangfan Chen, Mingyin Yao

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The genomic copy number determination of improved Cre in transgenic mice using standards derived from megaprimer PCR constructed tandem repeats by Ge Diao, Min Tian, Runbo Li, Jie Huang, Jian Han, Jianxin Guo

“…Determination of the genomic copy number of Cre transgene is critical for the establishment of transgenic animal models. We demonstrate a real-time quantitative polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR) based method for genomic copy number determination of improved Cre (iCre), which was tested in a transgenic mouse model of CYP19A1-iCre. …”
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Investigating the conceptual model of the formation of psychological resilience in farmers affected by droughts in Iran using structural equation modeling by Azadeh Tahernejad, Sanaz Sohrabizadeh, Yadollah Mehrabi, Ali Mashhadi

“…Secondly, the model was tested using structural equation modeling (SEM). …”
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Application of Monte Carlo simulation and quantitative microbial risk approach to investigate seasonal variation of airborne particulate matter and bioaerosols in medical waste man... by Mahbubeh Tangestani, Ahmad Jonidi Jafari, Majid Kermani, Roshanak Rezaei Kalantary, Hossein Arfaeinia

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Livestock ownership among smallholder farming households in Eastern Zambia: a gendered pathway for enhancing climate resilience? by Bridget Bwalya, Brian Chanda Chiluba, Brian Chanda Chiluba, Kweleka Mwanza

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The Uniqueness of STAD and CIRC Models in Poetry Learning (Keunikan Model STAD dan CIRC dalam Pembelajaran Puisi) by Diyan Permata Yanda, Dina Ramadhanti

“…<p><em>The purpose of this study is to describe the uniqueness of the Student Team Achievement Division (STAD) and Cooperative Integrated Reading and Composition (CIRC) models in terms of poetry learning. This is a quantitative study that uses a pure experimental method. …”
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Intelligent system for modelling climate variability by P. G. Asalkhanov, N. V. Bendik, Ya. M. Ivanyo

“…The study describes a prototype of an intelligent system for modelling climate variability based on a database of multi-year series and historical evidence. …”
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THE POST-MERGER JOB SATISFACTION MODEL by Десмі Ріані, Меутія Меутія, Мухамад Такі, Іс Ісмаваті

“…Both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies were used in this study. …”
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Shelf Life Identification and Quality Analysis of Golden Delicious Apples Based on Hyperspectral Imaging and Near Infrared Spectroscopy by Xin ZHAO, Shuliang ZHENG, Xiaoying NIU, Jiankang CAO, Han CHEN, Zhilei ZHAO

“…The quantitative prediction models for SSC were established using a 1D+CARS+PLSR approach based on near-infrared spectroscopy, which demonstrated the most effective predictive performance. …”
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Differential Item Functioning of Performance-Based Assessment in Mathematics for Senior High Schools by Abraham Gyamfi

“…The study sought to found out if the five-items on a newly developed performance-based assessment in mathematics (quantitative reasoning items) has DIF. The study employed descriptive research design embedded in Graded Response Model (GRM).  …”
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The influence of population on the economic efficiency of the metropolitan governance by Yuriy V. Pavlov

“…There is a need to develop a quantitatively justified methodology for choosing the optimal metropolitan governance model for different types of metropolitan areas. …”
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