GABAergic neurons in the ventral tegmental area represent and regulate force vectors by Qiaochu Jiang, Konstantin I. Bakhurin, Ryan N. Hughes, Bryan Lu, Shaolin Ruan, Henry H. Yin

“…In this study, by using in vivo electrophysiology and continuous quantification of force exertion in head-fixed mice, we identify distinct populations of VTA GABA neurons that exhibit precise force tuning independently of learning, reward prediction, and outcome valence. …”
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Characteristics of Humidity-Temperature Changing in the Below-Grade Concrete Structure by Applying Waterproofing Materials on the Exterior Wall by Sang-Mook Chang, Sang-Keun Oh, Deok-Suk Seo, Sung-Min Choi

“…Thus, the effects of different waterproofing methods in underground spaces on changes in temperature and humidity should be quantitatively studied to establish strong measures for the condensation issue. …”
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Influence of using animated video media in online learning at junior high school by Risma Rizqiana Haq, Lies Diana Dwi Irawati

“…This research uses a quantitative approach with descriptive methods. The study results show that animated videos can improve the quality of the learning process; the material presented using animated media becomes more straightforward and more accurate, so students understand the material more easily. …”
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ATTITUDE AND EVALUATION BY THE MOSCOW CITY YOUTH OF THE SYSTEM OF MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS (ON THE EXAMPLE OF CLINICS) by T. V. Smirnova, R. G. Smirnov, E. I. Tcoi, V. V. Maslyakov

“…According to the results of a quantitative study (questionnaire method, N = 622) of the attitude of Moscow youth to service in medical institutions, it was concluded that, in general, young people are not sufficiently trustful of medical institutions. …”
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From Microorganisms to Biosignatures: Subcritical Water Extraction as a Sample Preparation Technique for Future Life Detection Missions by Zuzana Cieslarova, Aaron C. Noell, Peter A. Willis, Maria F. Mora

“…To detect such biosignatures, identification and quantification of individual amino acids are required. …”
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Emission Reduction Effect and Mechanism of Auto-Purchase Tax Preference by Kai Lisa Lo, Yaqi Fan, Congzhi Zhang, Jackson Jinhong Mi

“…We find that the tax incentives can effectively suppress the emission of urban pollutants. The quantile regression shows that the emission reduction effect of the tax incentives shows a dynamic change characteristic of weakening as the pollution level in cities increases. …”
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Analytical Tools and Databases for Metagenomics in the Next-Generation Sequencing Era by Mincheol Kim, Ki-Hyun Lee, Seok-Whan Yoon, Bong-Soo Kim, Jongsik Chun, Hana Yi

“…The massive data production and substantial cost reduction in next-generation sequencing have led to the rapid growth of metagenomic research both quantitatively and qualitatively. It is evident that metagenomics will be a standard tool for studying the diversity and function of microbes in the near future, as fingerprinting methods did previously. …”
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Disaster Risk Evaluation of Superlong Highways Tunnel Based on the Cloud and AHP Model by Zhi Li, Xianqing Meng, Dunwen Liu, Yu Tang, Tan Chen

“…The cloud model theory can realize the mutual transformation of qualitative indicators and quantitative indicators and avoid the problem of intense subjectivity of evaluation indicators. …”
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A Comparative Study of Regularization Method in Structure Load Identification by Bingrong Miao, Feng Zhou, Chuanying Jiang, Xiangyu Chen, Shuwang Yang

“…This study aims to correlate the vibration data with quantitative indicators of structural health by comparing and validating the feasibility of identifying unknown excitation forces using output vibration responses. …”
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Adsorption of Phenols from Different Solvents on Graphene: Semi-Empirical Quantum Mechanical Calculations by Pablo Húmpola, Héctor S. Odetti, Alberto G. Albesa, José L. Vicente

“…The adsorption of phenol from aqueous solutions on carbon surfaces is discussed from different theoretical points of view, such as Monte–Carlo simulations, semi-empirical calculations, density functional theory and molecular dynamics. We performed a quantitative analysis of the adsorption of aromatics in general, and phenolic compounds in particular, through semi-empirical quantum mechanical calculations using different approaches. …”
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The effects of organizational commitment, organizational culture, and work discipline on the performance of state civil apparatuses by Muhammad Tamrin, Hendra Gunawan

“…The research method is descriptive quantitative usingpath analysiswith the instrument test used is validity test and reliability test. …”
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Transcripts of Anthocyanidin Reductase and Leucoanthocyanidin Reductase and Measurement of Catechin and Epicatechin in Tartary Buckwheat by Yeon Bok Kim, Aye Aye Thwe, YeJi Kim, Xiaohua Li, Jin Woong Cho, Phun Bum Park, Mariadhas Valan Arasu, Naif Abdullah Al-Dhabi, Sun-Ju Kim, Tastsuro Suzuki, Kwang Hyun Jho, Sang Un Park

“…Gene expression was carried out by quantitative real-time RT-PCR, and catechin and epicatechin content was analyzed by high performance liquid chromatography. …”
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Analysis and Modeling of Time-Correlated Characteristics of Rainfall-Runoff Similarity in the Upstream Red River Basin by Xiuli Sang, Jianxin Xu, Kun Zhang, Hua Wang

“…On the whole, the annual mean similarity presented a gradually rising trend, for quantitatively estimating comprehensive influence of climate change and of human activities on rainfall-runoff similarity.…”
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A Multicriteria Decision Making Approach Based on Fuzzy Theory and Credibility Mechanism for Logistics Center Location Selection by Bowen Wang, Haitao Xiong, Chengrui Jiang

“…As a hot topic in supply chain management, fuzzy method has been widely used in logistics center location selection to improve the reliability and suitability of the logistics center location selection with respect to the impacts of both qualitative and quantitative factors. However, it does not consider the consistency and the historical assessments accuracy of experts in predecisions. …”
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Redefining Creativity and Well-being: A Feasibility Study for a New Course at a Small Liberal Arts College in Japan by Lee Friederich, Yuko Taniguchi, Naoko Araki, Naeko Naganuma, Joel Friederich, Kathryn R. Cullen

“…The article includes a case study of one student’s learning journey to synthesize quantitative and qualitative findings. This preliminary study finds that creative activities, combined with learning in positive psychology, can help college-level students in Japan achieve a greater sense of well-being.…”
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A Constrained 3D Density Model of the Upper Crust from Gravity Data Interpretation for Central Costa Rica by Oscar H. Lücke, Hans-Jürgen Götze, Guillermo E. Alvarado

“…It is built by geologic and morpho-tectonic units which consist of Quaternary volcanic edifices. For quantitative interpretation of the sources of the anomaly and the characterization of fluid pathways and reservoirs of arc magmatism, a constrained 3D density model of the upper crust was designed by means of forward modeling. …”
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Spectrofluorimetric method for atenolol determination based on gold nanoparticles by Bakir Esam, Gouda Mohamed, Alnajjar Ahmed, Boraie Waleed E.

“…The limit of detection and limit of quantitation for atenolol were found to be 0.87 and 2.64 mg mL−1, resp. …”
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Narrow-Energy-Width CT Based on Multivoltage X-Ray Image Decomposition by Jiaotong Wei, Yan Han, Ping Chen

“…This factor makes quantitative measurements via computed tomography (CT) imaging very difficult. …”
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An Update on Mass Spectrometry-Based Methods for the Identification of Lipid C=C and Fatty Acyl Positions and Their Applications in Food Analysis by TENG Mengnan, DUAN Xiaoliang, ZHANG Dong, GUO Weiqun

“…Finally, this review presents an outlook on future trends in the development of MS in the accurate structure elucidation of lipid compounds in order to provide a reference for the identification and quantitative analysis of C=C and fatty acyl positions and their isomers in unsaturated lipids.…”
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Analysis of Geosites and Proposal for Expansion: Journey towards UNESCO Status for Călimani National Park by Vasilica Valentina Isopescu

“…This study provides a detailed assessment of the criteria applied to the geosites in the Călimani Mountains, emphasizing their essential roles and underlining the need for their conservation through their integration into the Călimani National Park and the expansion of its boundaries. Through the quantitative and qualitative approach of this project, the goal is not only to protect and preserve these valuable geosites but also to promote them as sustainable and educational tourist resources.…”
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