Takeuchi Yoshimi is one of the very few postwar Japanese intellectuals to openly engage in discussions on Asia intricacy and to deal with the most complicated component of the Japan-Asia relationship:problems of emoti...Takeuchi Yoshimi is one of the very few postwar Japanese intellectuals to openly engage in discussions on Asia intricacy and to deal with the most complicated component of the Japan-Asia relationship:problems of emotion.One key feature of Takeuchi^approach lies in the fact that he is not only a profound thinker but also a sensitive litterateur.For this reason,in addition to the fact that it is already very difficult to form an objective and widely agreed view on Takeuchi and his approach,it is hard to avoid the emotional aspect when evaluating his thoughts.This essay does not aim to discuss his rights and wrongs;rather,it is an attempt to analyze the inner logic of Takeuchi^thoughts,to understand and grasp the intensity and structure of his thoughts and emotions,and to demonstrate where his sense of urgency lies,thereby allowing to view the examination of the diverse and complex nature of discourses on Asianism in Japan in a new light.展开更多
In the context of global warming,it is anticipated that both the intensity and the frequency of future global extreme high precipitation(EHP)and extreme high temperature(EHT)events will increase.To evaluate the future...In the context of global warming,it is anticipated that both the intensity and the frequency of future global extreme high precipitation(EHP)and extreme high temperature(EHT)events will increase.To evaluate the future extreme climate changes in the Asian arid region and Tibetan Plateau,this study applied the NASA Earth Exchange Global Daily Downscaled Projections(NEX-GDDP-CMIP6)to assess the changes in EHP(Rx5d and R95pTOT)and EHT(TX90p and TXx)under different emission scenarios in the 21st century.Findings suggest that both the frequency and the intensity of the extreme indices will increase,exhibiting accelerated growth under higher emission scenarios,particularly under the SSP5-8.5 emission scenario.It is suggested that the growth of EHT and EHP in the early subperiod of the 21st century(2026-2045)will be relatively moderate,with small differences between different emission scenarios.However,by the middle subperiod of the 21st century(2041-2060),the differences between different emission scenarios will become larger than the 2035s and the growth will become more intense.In western central Asia,TX90p,TXx,Rx5d,and R95pTOT increase by 9.7%-14.2%(13.3%-24.7%),1.3℃-1.7℃(1.6℃-2.7℃),6.5%-8.9%(8.2%-8.8%),and 18.1%-27.0%(25.6%-30.0%)by the early(middle)subperiod;in eastern central Asia,TX90p,TXx,Rx5d,and R95pTOT increase 8.1%-12.0%(11.3%-21.1%),1.4℃-1.8℃(1.9℃-2.9℃),7.4%-9.7%(10.4%-13.8%),and 20.2%-29.3%(32.0%-40.8%)by the early(middle)subperiod;and over the Tibetan Plateau,TX90p,TXx,Rx5d,and R95pTOT increase 12.5%-17.4%(17.0%-31.0%),1.2℃-1.5℃(1.6℃-2.5℃),7.2%-10.0%(9.9%-15.0%),and 26.6%-33.1%(36.1%-55.3%)by the early(middle)subperiod.展开更多
The prevalence of Class Ⅲ malocclusion varies among different countries and regions. The populations from Southeast Asian countries (Chinese and Malaysian) showed the highest prevalence rate of 15.8%, which can serio...The prevalence of Class Ⅲ malocclusion varies among different countries and regions. The populations from Southeast Asian countries (Chinese and Malaysian) showed the highest prevalence rate of 15.8%, which can seriously affect oral function, facial appearance, and mental health. As anterior crossbite tends to worsen with growth, early orthodontic treatment can harness growth potential to normalize maxillofacial development or reduce skeletal malformation severity, thereby reducing the difficulty and shortening the treatment cycle of later-stage treatment. This is beneficial for the physical and mental growth of children. Therefore,early orthodontic treatment for Class Ⅲ malocclusion is particularly important. Determining the optimal timing for early orthodontic treatment requires a comprehensive assessment of clinical manifestations, dental age, and skeletal age, and can lead to better results with less effort. Currently, standardized treatment guidelines for early orthodontic treatment of Class Ⅲ malocclusion are lacking. This review provides a comprehensive summary of the etiology, clinical manifestations, classification, and early orthodontic techniques for Class Ⅲ malocclusion, along with systematic discussions on selecting early treatment plans. The purpose of this expert consensus is to standardize clinical practices and improve the treatment outcomes of Class Ⅲ malocclusion through early orthodontic treatment.展开更多
0 INTRODUCTION.The Asian drylands,encompassing the northern East Asian monsoon region(NMA),the westerlies-dominated arid central Asia(ACA)and arid west Asia(AWA),are ecologically fragile areas and among the most sensi...0 INTRODUCTION.The Asian drylands,encompassing the northern East Asian monsoon region(NMA),the westerlies-dominated arid central Asia(ACA)and arid west Asia(AWA),are ecologically fragile areas and among the most sensitive regions to global change.These regions are significant dust sources of the Northern Hemisphere(e.g.,Uno et al.,2009),playing a vital role in global climate change and marine biogeochemical cycles.展开更多
At the beginning of the new year, we celebrate the arrival of 2025. Unfortunately, not everyone in the world shares such joy and peace. Many, instead, are mired in turmoil, conflict, and bloodshed. In 2024 alone, over...At the beginning of the new year, we celebrate the arrival of 2025. Unfortunately, not everyone in the world shares such joy and peace. Many, instead, are mired in turmoil, conflict, and bloodshed. In 2024 alone, over 233,000 lives perished in the flames of war. In many ways, Asia has been fortunate. Since the end of World War Ⅱ, we in Asia have largely enjoyed peace and stability, making steady progress towards prosperity through hard work.展开更多
This paper examines World Geopark in South Korea as a case study.It begins by outlining the geological and tectonic background of the Korean Peninsula,whose basement consists of Archean to Paleoproterozoic rocks.These...This paper examines World Geopark in South Korea as a case study.It begins by outlining the geological and tectonic background of the Korean Peninsula,whose basement consists of Archean to Paleoproterozoic rocks.These rocks form three continental blocks and constitute a rich geological foundation shaped by multi-stage evolution.The distribution and characteristics of global geoparks are then analyzed.As of 2025,South Korea is home to seven UNESCO Global Geoparks(designated between 2010 and 2025),which feature diverse landforms such as volcanic,sedimentary,and structural formations,with some sites also encompassing cultural relics.Finally,the study highlights that 25 of South Korea's national parks have not yet applied for geopark status and thus hold significant potential.Due to differing evaluation criteria between UNESCO Global Geoparks and South Korea's national parks,future applications involving multiple parks could expand the scale of geoparks,providing valuable insights for geoscience research and park development across East Asia.展开更多
Asian seabass(Lates calcarifer)is becoming an important species for aquaculture.However,the Asian seabass aquaculture industry faces a significant challenge of disease outbreaks that can jeopardize fish health and pro...Asian seabass(Lates calcarifer)is becoming an important species for aquaculture.However,the Asian seabass aquaculture industry faces a significant challenge of disease outbreaks that can jeopardize fish health and production.This review delves into the major diseases affecting Asian seabass aquaculture and explores their causes,symptoms,and management approaches.We focused on the key pathogens responsible for these outbreaks,the environmental factors contributing to disease susceptibility,and the latest advancements in disease prevention and management.By addressing these critical aspects,this review addresses the needs of aquaculturists,researchers,and policymakers with the knowledge required to promote resilient and sustainable Asian seabass farming.We aim to shed light on the challenges posed by disease while highlighting innovative strategies that offer promise for the future of this thriving industry.This comprehensive examination serves as a valuable resource for those invested in ensuring the health and vitality of Asian seabass,securing a consistent supply to meet the demands of global seafood markets.展开更多
The Asian Houbara(Chlamydotis macqueenii),a vulnerable species,is under significant threat from habitat degradation and anthropogenic pressures in Pakistan's arid landscapes.This study addresses the urgent need fo...The Asian Houbara(Chlamydotis macqueenii),a vulnerable species,is under significant threat from habitat degradation and anthropogenic pressures in Pakistan's arid landscapes.This study addresses the urgent need for conservation by identifying critical habitats,analyzing the influence of environmental and human factors on species distribution,and projecting future habitat shifts under climate change scenarios.Using the Max Ent model,which achieves a robust predictive accuracy(AUC=0.854),we mapped current and future habitat suitability under Shared Socioeconomic Pathways(SSP126,SSP370,SSP585)for the years 2040 and 2070.Presently,the suitable habitat extends over 217,082 km^(2),with 52,751 km^(2) classified as highly suitable.Key environmental drivers,identified via the Jackknife test,revealed that annual mean temperature(Bio1)and slope play a dominant role in determining habitat suitability.Projections show significant habitat degradation;however,under SSP585,highly suitable areas are expected to expand by up to 24.92%by 2070.Despite this increase,vast areas remain unsuitable,posing serious risks to population sustainability.Moreover,only 2115 km^(2) of highly suitable habitat currently falls within protected zones,highlighting a critical conservation shortfall.These findings highlight the imperative for immediate,targeted conservation efforts to secure the species'future in Pakistan's desert ecosystems.展开更多
The Swiss textile machinery industry has staged a strong recovery in the first half of 2025,with export volumes rising by 12.2%compared to the same period last year.This positive rebound marks a significant turnaround...The Swiss textile machinery industry has staged a strong recovery in the first half of 2025,with export volumes rising by 12.2%compared to the same period last year.This positive rebound marks a significant turnaround from a challenging 2024,which saw exports decline by 17.7%.The upturn is fueled by renewed demand from key Asian markets,including China,India,and Bangladesh,alongside growing interest from Southeast Asia and North Africa.This resurgence highlights the resilience of Swiss manufacturers and the global industry's ongoing drive toward advanced and sustainable technologies,even amidst complex global economic conditions.展开更多
East Asian continental tectonics challenges the plate tectonics paradigm with its diffuse intraplate deformation,magmatism,and earthquakes.Despite extensive studies,fundamental questions persist.This review examines t...East Asian continental tectonics challenges the plate tectonics paradigm with its diffuse intraplate deformation,magmatism,and earthquakes.Despite extensive studies,fundamental questions persist.This review examines ten critical questions of East Asian tectonics,including the thickness of the continental lithosphere,the origin of the North–South Gravity Lineament,and the northern extent of the Indian plate beneath the Tibetan Plateau.Additional questions address the Tibetan Plateau's lateral growth,the Tianshan mountain building,the mantle flow in response to the Indo-Asian collision,and the formation of the Shanxi Rift.The review also explores the subduction along the eastern margins of the East Asian Continent and the origins of the Changbaishan volcanic field,the destruction of the North China Craton,and the development of the Mesozoic Large Granitic Province in South China.Originally presented at the DEEP2024 workshop to stimulate discussion of how SinoProbe-II research initiatives could advance our understanding of Asian tectonics,this review provides context for each question,summarizes current knowledge,and identifies promising research directions.展开更多
I was so excited to be a volunteer for the 2025 Asian Winter Games.It was a wonderful chance to meet people from all over Asia.During the Games,I helped players find their way around the stadium.I also answered questi...I was so excited to be a volunteer for the 2025 Asian Winter Games.It was a wonderful chance to meet people from all over Asia.During the Games,I helped players find their way around the stadium.I also answered questions from visitors.Everyone was friendly,and I felt happy to help them.展开更多
Neighborhood is an important strategic support for China to take into account both the domestic and international situations and coordinate development and security.It is also a crucial link in building a community wi...Neighborhood is an important strategic support for China to take into account both the domestic and international situations and coordinate development and security.It is also a crucial link in building a community with a shared future for mankind.China adheres to fostering an amicable,secure,and prosperous neighborhood and works with neighboring countries to create a better future.By seeking an amicable,secure,and prosperous neighborhood,following the principles of amity,sincerity,mutual benefit,and inclusiveness,and sharing weal and woe with its neighbors,China remains committed to deepening exchanges and cooperation with neighboring countries in various fields.Facing a complex and unstable international situation,China and neighboring countries jointly advocate the Asian values of peace,cooperation,openness,and inclusiveness and are committed to promoting indivisible security,common development,and shared prosperity in Asia.China has cooperated with neighboring countries to build a high-quality Belt and Road Initiative and promote global economic recovery.In the face of a critical phase where regional dynamics and global transformations are deeply intertwined,China has put forward the Asian security model,proposed the vision of com mon,comprehensive,cooperative,and sustainable security in Asia,stuck to seeking common ground while shelving differences,and advocated equal-footed consultation.China is taking the initiative to shape the regional security pattern with a positive attitude to safeguard peace and development in Asia.展开更多
An African student in Hangzhou is furthering the cause of intercultural dialogue through community involvement.During the 19th Asian Games held in east China’s Hangzhou,McCleary Gondo,a 27-year-old Zimbabwean student...An African student in Hangzhou is furthering the cause of intercultural dialogue through community involvement.During the 19th Asian Games held in east China’s Hangzhou,McCleary Gondo,a 27-year-old Zimbabwean student living in Hangzhou,Zhejiang Province,caught people’s attention.展开更多
Acral melanoma,the most common melanoma subtype in East Asia,is associated with a poor prognosis.This study aims to comprehensively analyze the genomic characteristics of acral melanoma in East Asians.We conduct whole...Acral melanoma,the most common melanoma subtype in East Asia,is associated with a poor prognosis.This study aims to comprehensively analyze the genomic characteristics of acral melanoma in East Asians.We conduct whole-genome sequencing of 55 acral melanoma tumors and perform data mining with relevant clinical data.Our findings reveal a unique mutational profile in East Asian acral melanoma,characterized by fewer point mutations and structural variations,a higher prevalence of NRAS mutations,and a lower frequency of BRAF mutations compared to patients of European descent.Notably,we identify previously underestimated ultraviolet radiation signatures and their significant association with BRAF and NRAS mutations.Structural rearrangement signatures indicate distinct mutational processes in BRAF-driven versus NRAS-driven tumors.We also find that homologous recombination deficiency with MAPK pathway mutations correlated with poor prognosis.The structural variations and amplifications in EP300,TERT,RAC1,and LZTR1 point to potential therapeutic targets tailored to East Asian populations.The high prevalence of whole-genome duplication events in BRAF/NRAS-mutated tumors suggests a synergistic carcinogenic effect that warrants further investigation.In summary,our study provides important insights into the genetic underpinnings of acral melanoma in East Asians,creating opportunities for targeted therapies.展开更多
The 9th Asian Winter Games were successfully held in Harbin,Heilongjiang Province,China,from February 7 to February 14,2025.This exciting event brought together athletes from all over Asia.They showed their great skil...The 9th Asian Winter Games were successfully held in Harbin,Heilongjiang Province,China,from February 7 to February 14,2025.This exciting event brought together athletes from all over Asia.They showed their great skills and strong will in different kinds of winter sports,such as skiing,skating and ice hockey.展开更多
During the non-breeding season(September-April),Black-tailed Godwits(Limosa limosa)are commonly seen in coastal and inland wetlands of the Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna Delta in Bangladesh.We hypothesize that the Ganges-B...During the non-breeding season(September-April),Black-tailed Godwits(Limosa limosa)are commonly seen in coastal and inland wetlands of the Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna Delta in Bangladesh.We hypothesize that the Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna Delta,at the overlap between the Central Asian and East Asian-Australasian flyways,may host three subspecies that breed in disjunct areas of temperate and northern Asia:L.l.limosa,L.l.melanuroides,and L.l.bohaii.We used mitochondrial DNA(mt DNA)haplotype network and biometric analysis to determine subspecies in captured individuals,and deployed GPS-GSM transmitters to verify breeding areas of individuals with subspecies assignments.To test for differential habitat preferences,we sampled birds at two ecologically distinct habitats known to host the largest concentrations of non-breeding Black-tailed Godwits in Bangladesh:Nijhum Dweep National Park,a tidal coastal habitat with brackish water on the south-central coast,and Tanguar Haor(‘backmarsh'),a seasonal freshwater floodplain in the north.During the non-breeding seasons of 2021-2022 and 2022-2023,we sampled and measured 93 Black-tailed Godwits,54 of which were equipped with GPS-GSM transmitters.Our mt DNA haplotype network analysis confirmed the presence of limosa,melanuroides,and bohaii subspecies at the study sites.Thus,indeed,Black-tailed Godwits subspecies,despite having distinct breeding ranges,exhibit(partially)overlapping non-breeding ranges in Asia.The subspecies composition differed significantly between sites,with limosa and bohaii dominating in Tanguar Haor and melanuroides in Nijhum Dweep.Of the 21 individuals that were tracked to their breeding grounds,18 migrated to the expected breeding range of their respective subspecies.However,one bird with a limosa haplotype migrated to a known breeding area of bohaii,whereas two birds with melanuroides haplotypes migrated to the supposed breeding range of limosa.Therefore,while ecological factors at both ends of the flyways may shape the morphological and behavioural differences between Black-tailed Godwit subspecies,their delineations and possible gene flow require further studies.展开更多
Bees play a crucial role in the global food chain,pollinating over 75% of food and producing valuable products such as bee pollen,propolis,and royal jelly.However,theAsian hornet poses a serious threat to bee populati...Bees play a crucial role in the global food chain,pollinating over 75% of food and producing valuable products such as bee pollen,propolis,and royal jelly.However,theAsian hornet poses a serious threat to bee populations by preying on them and disrupting agricultural ecosystems.To address this issue,this study developed a modified YOLOv7tiny(You Only Look Once)model for efficient hornet detection.The model incorporated space-to-depth(SPD)and squeeze-and-excitation(SE)attention mechanisms and involved detailed annotation of the hornet’s head and full body,significantly enhancing the detection of small objects.The Taguchi method was also used to optimize the training parameters,resulting in optimal performance.Data for this study were collected from the Roboflow platformusing a 640×640 resolution dataset.The YOLOv7tinymodel was trained on this dataset.After optimizing the training parameters using the Taguchi method,significant improvements were observed in accuracy,precision,recall,F1 score,andmean average precision(mAP)for hornet detection.Without the hornet head label,incorporating the SPD attentionmechanism resulted in a peakmAP of 98.7%,representing an 8.58%increase over the original YOLOv7tiny.By including the hornet head label and applying the SPD attention mechanism and Soft-CIOU loss function,themAP was further enhanced to 97.3%,a 7.04% increase over the original YOLOv7tiny.Furthermore,the Soft-CIOU Loss function contributed to additional performance enhancements during the validation phase.展开更多
This special issue of the Asian Journal of Andrology is fully dedicated to the thematic area of non-obstructive azoospermia(NOA),one of the most complex and challenging conditions in the realm of andrology,urology,and...This special issue of the Asian Journal of Andrology is fully dedicated to the thematic area of non-obstructive azoospermia(NOA),one of the most complex and challenging conditions in the realm of andrology,urology,and reproductive medicine.展开更多
The Yangtze River,with a length of approximately 6300 km,holds the distinction of being the largest river in East Asia that empties into the Pacific Ocean.Its formation is intricately linked to regional tectonic activ...The Yangtze River,with a length of approximately 6300 km,holds the distinction of being the largest river in East Asia that empties into the Pacific Ocean.Its formation is intricately linked to regional tectonic activity and climate fluctuations.However,the exact timeline for the formation of the Yangtze River remains elusive.This study investigates the provenance of the Late Cenozoic strata in the Wangjiang Basin,situated in the Lower Yangtze River,through the application of detrital zircon U-Pb dating.Seven sand samples were analyzed,leading to the identification of new U-Pb detrital zircon ages(n=577).Our study reveals that the sand materials found in the Pliocene gravel beds of the Anqing Formation originate predominantly from the Yangtze River.The findings of our study,along with the provenance tracing of boreholes in the Yangtze River Basin and the shelf sea in East China,provide compelling evidence for the continuous presence of the Yangtze River throughout the Pliocene period.The development of the Yangtze River during the Pliocene is intricately connected to both the tectonic adjustments occurring at the southeastern margin of the Tibetan Plateau and the intensification of the Asian Monsoon.展开更多
In the author list,the corresponding author indicator(*)was inadvertently omitted from HOU Zengqian’s name.This has now been corrected to:“HOU Zengqian¹,*”.The online version of this article was corrected.
文摘Takeuchi Yoshimi is one of the very few postwar Japanese intellectuals to openly engage in discussions on Asia intricacy and to deal with the most complicated component of the Japan-Asia relationship:problems of emotion.One key feature of Takeuchi^approach lies in the fact that he is not only a profound thinker but also a sensitive litterateur.For this reason,in addition to the fact that it is already very difficult to form an objective and widely agreed view on Takeuchi and his approach,it is hard to avoid the emotional aspect when evaluating his thoughts.This essay does not aim to discuss his rights and wrongs;rather,it is an attempt to analyze the inner logic of Takeuchi^thoughts,to understand and grasp the intensity and structure of his thoughts and emotions,and to demonstrate where his sense of urgency lies,thereby allowing to view the examination of the diverse and complex nature of discourses on Asianism in Japan in a new light.
基金supported by the Second Tibetan Plateau Scientific Expedition and Research Program[grant number 2019QZKK0101]。
文摘In the context of global warming,it is anticipated that both the intensity and the frequency of future global extreme high precipitation(EHP)and extreme high temperature(EHT)events will increase.To evaluate the future extreme climate changes in the Asian arid region and Tibetan Plateau,this study applied the NASA Earth Exchange Global Daily Downscaled Projections(NEX-GDDP-CMIP6)to assess the changes in EHP(Rx5d and R95pTOT)and EHT(TX90p and TXx)under different emission scenarios in the 21st century.Findings suggest that both the frequency and the intensity of the extreme indices will increase,exhibiting accelerated growth under higher emission scenarios,particularly under the SSP5-8.5 emission scenario.It is suggested that the growth of EHT and EHP in the early subperiod of the 21st century(2026-2045)will be relatively moderate,with small differences between different emission scenarios.However,by the middle subperiod of the 21st century(2041-2060),the differences between different emission scenarios will become larger than the 2035s and the growth will become more intense.In western central Asia,TX90p,TXx,Rx5d,and R95pTOT increase by 9.7%-14.2%(13.3%-24.7%),1.3℃-1.7℃(1.6℃-2.7℃),6.5%-8.9%(8.2%-8.8%),and 18.1%-27.0%(25.6%-30.0%)by the early(middle)subperiod;in eastern central Asia,TX90p,TXx,Rx5d,and R95pTOT increase 8.1%-12.0%(11.3%-21.1%),1.4℃-1.8℃(1.9℃-2.9℃),7.4%-9.7%(10.4%-13.8%),and 20.2%-29.3%(32.0%-40.8%)by the early(middle)subperiod;and over the Tibetan Plateau,TX90p,TXx,Rx5d,and R95pTOT increase 12.5%-17.4%(17.0%-31.0%),1.2℃-1.5℃(1.6℃-2.5℃),7.2%-10.0%(9.9%-15.0%),and 26.6%-33.1%(36.1%-55.3%)by the early(middle)subperiod.
文摘The prevalence of Class Ⅲ malocclusion varies among different countries and regions. The populations from Southeast Asian countries (Chinese and Malaysian) showed the highest prevalence rate of 15.8%, which can seriously affect oral function, facial appearance, and mental health. As anterior crossbite tends to worsen with growth, early orthodontic treatment can harness growth potential to normalize maxillofacial development or reduce skeletal malformation severity, thereby reducing the difficulty and shortening the treatment cycle of later-stage treatment. This is beneficial for the physical and mental growth of children. Therefore,early orthodontic treatment for Class Ⅲ malocclusion is particularly important. Determining the optimal timing for early orthodontic treatment requires a comprehensive assessment of clinical manifestations, dental age, and skeletal age, and can lead to better results with less effort. Currently, standardized treatment guidelines for early orthodontic treatment of Class Ⅲ malocclusion are lacking. This review provides a comprehensive summary of the etiology, clinical manifestations, classification, and early orthodontic techniques for Class Ⅲ malocclusion, along with systematic discussions on selecting early treatment plans. The purpose of this expert consensus is to standardize clinical practices and improve the treatment outcomes of Class Ⅲ malocclusion through early orthodontic treatment.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.42261144670,423B2103)。
文摘0 INTRODUCTION.The Asian drylands,encompassing the northern East Asian monsoon region(NMA),the westerlies-dominated arid central Asia(ACA)and arid west Asia(AWA),are ecologically fragile areas and among the most sensitive regions to global change.These regions are significant dust sources of the Northern Hemisphere(e.g.,Uno et al.,2009),playing a vital role in global climate change and marine biogeochemical cycles.
文摘At the beginning of the new year, we celebrate the arrival of 2025. Unfortunately, not everyone in the world shares such joy and peace. Many, instead, are mired in turmoil, conflict, and bloodshed. In 2024 alone, over 233,000 lives perished in the flames of war. In many ways, Asia has been fortunate. Since the end of World War Ⅱ, we in Asia have largely enjoyed peace and stability, making steady progress towards prosperity through hard work.
文摘This paper examines World Geopark in South Korea as a case study.It begins by outlining the geological and tectonic background of the Korean Peninsula,whose basement consists of Archean to Paleoproterozoic rocks.These rocks form three continental blocks and constitute a rich geological foundation shaped by multi-stage evolution.The distribution and characteristics of global geoparks are then analyzed.As of 2025,South Korea is home to seven UNESCO Global Geoparks(designated between 2010 and 2025),which feature diverse landforms such as volcanic,sedimentary,and structural formations,with some sites also encompassing cultural relics.Finally,the study highlights that 25 of South Korea's national parks have not yet applied for geopark status and thus hold significant potential.Due to differing evaluation criteria between UNESCO Global Geoparks and South Korea's national parks,future applications involving multiple parks could expand the scale of geoparks,providing valuable insights for geoscience research and park development across East Asia.
基金financially supported by internal funding from the Temasek Life Sciences Laboratory,Singapore.
文摘Asian seabass(Lates calcarifer)is becoming an important species for aquaculture.However,the Asian seabass aquaculture industry faces a significant challenge of disease outbreaks that can jeopardize fish health and production.This review delves into the major diseases affecting Asian seabass aquaculture and explores their causes,symptoms,and management approaches.We focused on the key pathogens responsible for these outbreaks,the environmental factors contributing to disease susceptibility,and the latest advancements in disease prevention and management.By addressing these critical aspects,this review addresses the needs of aquaculturists,researchers,and policymakers with the knowledge required to promote resilient and sustainable Asian seabass farming.We aim to shed light on the challenges posed by disease while highlighting innovative strategies that offer promise for the future of this thriving industry.This comprehensive examination serves as a valuable resource for those invested in ensuring the health and vitality of Asian seabass,securing a consistent supply to meet the demands of global seafood markets.
基金the support of the Zoological Survey of Pakistan,and the Wildlife and Parks Department of Punjab for their assistance in this research。
文摘The Asian Houbara(Chlamydotis macqueenii),a vulnerable species,is under significant threat from habitat degradation and anthropogenic pressures in Pakistan's arid landscapes.This study addresses the urgent need for conservation by identifying critical habitats,analyzing the influence of environmental and human factors on species distribution,and projecting future habitat shifts under climate change scenarios.Using the Max Ent model,which achieves a robust predictive accuracy(AUC=0.854),we mapped current and future habitat suitability under Shared Socioeconomic Pathways(SSP126,SSP370,SSP585)for the years 2040 and 2070.Presently,the suitable habitat extends over 217,082 km^(2),with 52,751 km^(2) classified as highly suitable.Key environmental drivers,identified via the Jackknife test,revealed that annual mean temperature(Bio1)and slope play a dominant role in determining habitat suitability.Projections show significant habitat degradation;however,under SSP585,highly suitable areas are expected to expand by up to 24.92%by 2070.Despite this increase,vast areas remain unsuitable,posing serious risks to population sustainability.Moreover,only 2115 km^(2) of highly suitable habitat currently falls within protected zones,highlighting a critical conservation shortfall.These findings highlight the imperative for immediate,targeted conservation efforts to secure the species'future in Pakistan's desert ecosystems.
文摘The Swiss textile machinery industry has staged a strong recovery in the first half of 2025,with export volumes rising by 12.2%compared to the same period last year.This positive rebound marks a significant turnaround from a challenging 2024,which saw exports decline by 17.7%.The upturn is fueled by renewed demand from key Asian markets,including China,India,and Bangladesh,alongside growing interest from Southeast Asia and North Africa.This resurgence highlights the resilience of Swiss manufacturers and the global industry's ongoing drive toward advanced and sustainable technologies,even amidst complex global economic conditions.
基金supported by grants from the National Science Foundation of the USA.
文摘East Asian continental tectonics challenges the plate tectonics paradigm with its diffuse intraplate deformation,magmatism,and earthquakes.Despite extensive studies,fundamental questions persist.This review examines ten critical questions of East Asian tectonics,including the thickness of the continental lithosphere,the origin of the North–South Gravity Lineament,and the northern extent of the Indian plate beneath the Tibetan Plateau.Additional questions address the Tibetan Plateau's lateral growth,the Tianshan mountain building,the mantle flow in response to the Indo-Asian collision,and the formation of the Shanxi Rift.The review also explores the subduction along the eastern margins of the East Asian Continent and the origins of the Changbaishan volcanic field,the destruction of the North China Craton,and the development of the Mesozoic Large Granitic Province in South China.Originally presented at the DEEP2024 workshop to stimulate discussion of how SinoProbe-II research initiatives could advance our understanding of Asian tectonics,this review provides context for each question,summarizes current knowledge,and identifies promising research directions.
文摘I was so excited to be a volunteer for the 2025 Asian Winter Games.It was a wonderful chance to meet people from all over Asia.During the Games,I helped players find their way around the stadium.I also answered questions from visitors.Everyone was friendly,and I felt happy to help them.
文摘Neighborhood is an important strategic support for China to take into account both the domestic and international situations and coordinate development and security.It is also a crucial link in building a community with a shared future for mankind.China adheres to fostering an amicable,secure,and prosperous neighborhood and works with neighboring countries to create a better future.By seeking an amicable,secure,and prosperous neighborhood,following the principles of amity,sincerity,mutual benefit,and inclusiveness,and sharing weal and woe with its neighbors,China remains committed to deepening exchanges and cooperation with neighboring countries in various fields.Facing a complex and unstable international situation,China and neighboring countries jointly advocate the Asian values of peace,cooperation,openness,and inclusiveness and are committed to promoting indivisible security,common development,and shared prosperity in Asia.China has cooperated with neighboring countries to build a high-quality Belt and Road Initiative and promote global economic recovery.In the face of a critical phase where regional dynamics and global transformations are deeply intertwined,China has put forward the Asian security model,proposed the vision of com mon,comprehensive,cooperative,and sustainable security in Asia,stuck to seeking common ground while shelving differences,and advocated equal-footed consultation.China is taking the initiative to shape the regional security pattern with a positive attitude to safeguard peace and development in Asia.
文摘An African student in Hangzhou is furthering the cause of intercultural dialogue through community involvement.During the 19th Asian Games held in east China’s Hangzhou,McCleary Gondo,a 27-year-old Zimbabwean student living in Hangzhou,Zhejiang Province,caught people’s attention.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program(2023YFC2506404)the Natural Science Foundation of China(82272848,82425047,82272676)+2 种基金Beijing Municipal Administration of Hospitals'Ascent Plan(DFL20220901)Beijing Natural Science Foundation(7242021,L248021)Sichuan Provincial Science and Technology Department Key Research and Development Program(2024YFHZ0004)。
文摘Acral melanoma,the most common melanoma subtype in East Asia,is associated with a poor prognosis.This study aims to comprehensively analyze the genomic characteristics of acral melanoma in East Asians.We conduct whole-genome sequencing of 55 acral melanoma tumors and perform data mining with relevant clinical data.Our findings reveal a unique mutational profile in East Asian acral melanoma,characterized by fewer point mutations and structural variations,a higher prevalence of NRAS mutations,and a lower frequency of BRAF mutations compared to patients of European descent.Notably,we identify previously underestimated ultraviolet radiation signatures and their significant association with BRAF and NRAS mutations.Structural rearrangement signatures indicate distinct mutational processes in BRAF-driven versus NRAS-driven tumors.We also find that homologous recombination deficiency with MAPK pathway mutations correlated with poor prognosis.The structural variations and amplifications in EP300,TERT,RAC1,and LZTR1 point to potential therapeutic targets tailored to East Asian populations.The high prevalence of whole-genome duplication events in BRAF/NRAS-mutated tumors suggests a synergistic carcinogenic effect that warrants further investigation.In summary,our study provides important insights into the genetic underpinnings of acral melanoma in East Asians,creating opportunities for targeted therapies.
文摘The 9th Asian Winter Games were successfully held in Harbin,Heilongjiang Province,China,from February 7 to February 14,2025.This exciting event brought together athletes from all over Asia.They showed their great skills and strong will in different kinds of winter sports,such as skiing,skating and ice hockey.
基金supported by The Embassy of the Royal Kingdom of the Netherlands in Dhaka,The Embassy of France in Dhaka,and Bangabandhu Science and Technology Fellowship Trust,MoST,Bangladesh。
文摘During the non-breeding season(September-April),Black-tailed Godwits(Limosa limosa)are commonly seen in coastal and inland wetlands of the Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna Delta in Bangladesh.We hypothesize that the Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna Delta,at the overlap between the Central Asian and East Asian-Australasian flyways,may host three subspecies that breed in disjunct areas of temperate and northern Asia:L.l.limosa,L.l.melanuroides,and L.l.bohaii.We used mitochondrial DNA(mt DNA)haplotype network and biometric analysis to determine subspecies in captured individuals,and deployed GPS-GSM transmitters to verify breeding areas of individuals with subspecies assignments.To test for differential habitat preferences,we sampled birds at two ecologically distinct habitats known to host the largest concentrations of non-breeding Black-tailed Godwits in Bangladesh:Nijhum Dweep National Park,a tidal coastal habitat with brackish water on the south-central coast,and Tanguar Haor(‘backmarsh'),a seasonal freshwater floodplain in the north.During the non-breeding seasons of 2021-2022 and 2022-2023,we sampled and measured 93 Black-tailed Godwits,54 of which were equipped with GPS-GSM transmitters.Our mt DNA haplotype network analysis confirmed the presence of limosa,melanuroides,and bohaii subspecies at the study sites.Thus,indeed,Black-tailed Godwits subspecies,despite having distinct breeding ranges,exhibit(partially)overlapping non-breeding ranges in Asia.The subspecies composition differed significantly between sites,with limosa and bohaii dominating in Tanguar Haor and melanuroides in Nijhum Dweep.Of the 21 individuals that were tracked to their breeding grounds,18 migrated to the expected breeding range of their respective subspecies.However,one bird with a limosa haplotype migrated to a known breeding area of bohaii,whereas two birds with melanuroides haplotypes migrated to the supposed breeding range of limosa.Therefore,while ecological factors at both ends of the flyways may shape the morphological and behavioural differences between Black-tailed Godwit subspecies,their delineations and possible gene flow require further studies.
文摘Bees play a crucial role in the global food chain,pollinating over 75% of food and producing valuable products such as bee pollen,propolis,and royal jelly.However,theAsian hornet poses a serious threat to bee populations by preying on them and disrupting agricultural ecosystems.To address this issue,this study developed a modified YOLOv7tiny(You Only Look Once)model for efficient hornet detection.The model incorporated space-to-depth(SPD)and squeeze-and-excitation(SE)attention mechanisms and involved detailed annotation of the hornet’s head and full body,significantly enhancing the detection of small objects.The Taguchi method was also used to optimize the training parameters,resulting in optimal performance.Data for this study were collected from the Roboflow platformusing a 640×640 resolution dataset.The YOLOv7tinymodel was trained on this dataset.After optimizing the training parameters using the Taguchi method,significant improvements were observed in accuracy,precision,recall,F1 score,andmean average precision(mAP)for hornet detection.Without the hornet head label,incorporating the SPD attentionmechanism resulted in a peakmAP of 98.7%,representing an 8.58%increase over the original YOLOv7tiny.By including the hornet head label and applying the SPD attention mechanism and Soft-CIOU loss function,themAP was further enhanced to 97.3%,a 7.04% increase over the original YOLOv7tiny.Furthermore,the Soft-CIOU Loss function contributed to additional performance enhancements during the validation phase.
文摘This special issue of the Asian Journal of Andrology is fully dedicated to the thematic area of non-obstructive azoospermia(NOA),one of the most complex and challenging conditions in the realm of andrology,urology,and reproductive medicine.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.42030305W2411033)Research Foundation of Chutian Scholars Program of Hubei Province(No.8210403)。
文摘The Yangtze River,with a length of approximately 6300 km,holds the distinction of being the largest river in East Asia that empties into the Pacific Ocean.Its formation is intricately linked to regional tectonic activity and climate fluctuations.However,the exact timeline for the formation of the Yangtze River remains elusive.This study investigates the provenance of the Late Cenozoic strata in the Wangjiang Basin,situated in the Lower Yangtze River,through the application of detrital zircon U-Pb dating.Seven sand samples were analyzed,leading to the identification of new U-Pb detrital zircon ages(n=577).Our study reveals that the sand materials found in the Pliocene gravel beds of the Anqing Formation originate predominantly from the Yangtze River.The findings of our study,along with the provenance tracing of boreholes in the Yangtze River Basin and the shelf sea in East China,provide compelling evidence for the continuous presence of the Yangtze River throughout the Pliocene period.The development of the Yangtze River during the Pliocene is intricately connected to both the tectonic adjustments occurring at the southeastern margin of the Tibetan Plateau and the intensification of the Asian Monsoon.
文摘In the author list,the corresponding author indicator(*)was inadvertently omitted from HOU Zengqian’s name.This has now been corrected to:“HOU Zengqian¹,*”.The online version of this article was corrected.
