On Feb.24,an annual butter sculpture show was held in Taer Monastery of Qinghai Province,which marks the Chinese Lanterm Festival.The butter sculptures are handmade by monks in shapes of Buddha figurines,trees,flowers...On Feb.24,an annual butter sculpture show was held in Taer Monastery of Qinghai Province,which marks the Chinese Lanterm Festival.The butter sculptures are handmade by monks in shapes of Buddha figurines,trees,flowers,birds and animals.展开更多
In the last 40 years, threats to the survival of wild primate population have greatly increased. Globally, primate population is severely threatened with extinction especially due to habitat loss from conversion of fo...In the last 40 years, threats to the survival of wild primate population have greatly increased. Globally, primate population is severely threatened with extinction especially due to habitat loss from conversion of forest areas to farmland and/or unsustainable logging. There is paucity of information on the population density and abundance of Mona monkeys in Omo Forest Reserve. The population density and distribution of Mona monkeys were conducted in two forest blocks of Omo Forest Reserve (OFR). The objective of the study therefore, is to determine the population density and distribution of Mona monkey, and ascertain the presence of other primate species in sympatric relationship with the monkey. The line transect sampling method was used for the enumeration. Data were collected from seven (7) transects randomly selected from two forest blocks;the Elephant Sanctuary (4) and the Strict Nature Reserve (3). Other primate species were considered to be sympatric with Mona monkeys if they were encountered within 20 m proximity range with the target species. Data on threat of human activities were collected in Omo Forest Reserve based on four major categories (Hunting/Poaching, Logging, Farming, and Collection of Non-Timber Forest Products). Analysis was carried out using IBM SPSS Statistics 20 to determine population density estimate and the relative density in the two forest blocks. The field work took 30 days each, in September, 2015 and March 2016 that covered both seasons. Results revealed that a total number of 57 Mona monkeys with density of 0.44 km−2 in the entire reserve were sighted during the survey. The relative density across the two forest blocks surveyed in the forest reserve revealed that Mona monkeys were present in both the Elephant Sanctuary (ES) (n = 42) and Strict Nature Reserve (SNR) (n = 15) with density of 0.27 km−2 and 0.18 km−2, respectively. The species were observed to be more active during morning surveys than in the evening surveys, with densities of 0.77 km−2 and 0.4 km−2 recorded, respectively. The mean encounter rates for the species were 3.31 km−1 and 1.5 km−1 for morning and evening surveys, respectively.展开更多
Parvimonas is a group of Grampositive bacteria that are common anaerobic cocci in the oral cavity and the gastrointestinal tract and one of the pathogens of periodontitis,,^([1])and Prevotella is a group of Gramnegati...Parvimonas is a group of Grampositive bacteria that are common anaerobic cocci in the oral cavity and the gastrointestinal tract and one of the pathogens of periodontitis,,^([1])and Prevotella is a group of Gramnegative anaerobic bacteria that are found mainly in the oral cavity and intestinal tract and are mainly involved in periodontal infections.展开更多
Gish Jen is a second generation Chinese American writer, and she has drawn much attention from American readers and critics. Mona in the Promised Land by Gish Jen is the canon of American initiation stories. The novel...Gish Jen is a second generation Chinese American writer, and she has drawn much attention from American readers and critics. Mona in the Promised Land by Gish Jen is the canon of American initiation stories. The novel concerns the growth experience of the second generation of Chinese American, the protagonist Mona Chang. The paper analyses the initiation theme of the novel from the perspectives of puzzlement, epiphany and guide in the journey of Mona＇s growth.展开更多
IN the western suburbs of Xiahe County,Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture,Gansu Province right at the foot of the Fengling Mountain lies the exquisite Labrang Monastery.A world renowned institution of higher learnin...IN the western suburbs of Xiahe County,Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture,Gansu Province right at the foot of the Fengling Mountain lies the exquisite Labrang Monastery.A world renowned institution of higher learning for Tibetan Buddhism,it is one of six major monasteries of the Gelug School of Tibetan Buddhism.展开更多
From New York to Bangkok,London to Seoul,crowds are lining up-sometimes overnight-for a chance to own Labubu,the fuzzy,snaggletoothed elf with mischievous eyes and pointed ears.At the Louvre in Paris,visitors now stri...From New York to Bangkok,London to Seoul,crowds are lining up-sometimes overnight-for a chance to own Labubu,the fuzzy,snaggletoothed elf with mischievous eyes and pointed ears.At the Louvre in Paris,visitors now strike poses with Labubu-branded shopping bags alongside the Mona Lisa,blurring the boundaries between pop culture and high art.展开更多
Preparations for the construction of the Shenzhen Hongfa Monastery(弘法寺) commenced in 1983, in the new historical context of China’s reform and opening up. Construction work then began in 1985, after the purificati...Preparations for the construction of the Shenzhen Hongfa Monastery(弘法寺) commenced in 1983, in the new historical context of China’s reform and opening up. Construction work then began in 1985, after the purification ritual was conducted by Venerable Master Benhuan(本焕). In June 1992, the construction of the main buildings was completed.展开更多
Fayuan Monastery is located at the southern end of Jiaozi Alley,Xuanwumenwai,Xicheng District of Beijing.It was first built during the Zhenguan reign(627-649)of the Tang dynasty.This ancient monastery also houses the ...Fayuan Monastery is located at the southern end of Jiaozi Alley,Xuanwumenwai,Xicheng District of Beijing.It was first built during the Zhenguan reign(627-649)of the Tang dynasty.This ancient monastery also houses the Buddhist Academy of China,and the Buddhist Books and Cultural Relics Museum of China,where young monks are trained and Buddhist culture is studied.The monastery was designated as a key national monastery in 1983.展开更多
First built during the Dali reign(766-779)of the Tang dynasty,Lingguang Monastery is the most important temple extant in the Eight-Site Park in Shijingshan District of western Beijing.
文摘On Feb.24,an annual butter sculpture show was held in Taer Monastery of Qinghai Province,which marks the Chinese Lanterm Festival.The butter sculptures are handmade by monks in shapes of Buddha figurines,trees,flowers,birds and animals.
文摘In the last 40 years, threats to the survival of wild primate population have greatly increased. Globally, primate population is severely threatened with extinction especially due to habitat loss from conversion of forest areas to farmland and/or unsustainable logging. There is paucity of information on the population density and abundance of Mona monkeys in Omo Forest Reserve. The population density and distribution of Mona monkeys were conducted in two forest blocks of Omo Forest Reserve (OFR). The objective of the study therefore, is to determine the population density and distribution of Mona monkey, and ascertain the presence of other primate species in sympatric relationship with the monkey. The line transect sampling method was used for the enumeration. Data were collected from seven (7) transects randomly selected from two forest blocks;the Elephant Sanctuary (4) and the Strict Nature Reserve (3). Other primate species were considered to be sympatric with Mona monkeys if they were encountered within 20 m proximity range with the target species. Data on threat of human activities were collected in Omo Forest Reserve based on four major categories (Hunting/Poaching, Logging, Farming, and Collection of Non-Timber Forest Products). Analysis was carried out using IBM SPSS Statistics 20 to determine population density estimate and the relative density in the two forest blocks. The field work took 30 days each, in September, 2015 and March 2016 that covered both seasons. Results revealed that a total number of 57 Mona monkeys with density of 0.44 km−2 in the entire reserve were sighted during the survey. The relative density across the two forest blocks surveyed in the forest reserve revealed that Mona monkeys were present in both the Elephant Sanctuary (ES) (n = 42) and Strict Nature Reserve (SNR) (n = 15) with density of 0.27 km−2 and 0.18 km−2, respectively. The species were observed to be more active during morning surveys than in the evening surveys, with densities of 0.77 km−2 and 0.4 km−2 recorded, respectively. The mean encounter rates for the species were 3.31 km−1 and 1.5 km−1 for morning and evening surveys, respectively.
文摘Parvimonas is a group of Grampositive bacteria that are common anaerobic cocci in the oral cavity and the gastrointestinal tract and one of the pathogens of periodontitis,,^([1])and Prevotella is a group of Gramnegative anaerobic bacteria that are found mainly in the oral cavity and intestinal tract and are mainly involved in periodontal infections.
文摘Gish Jen is a second generation Chinese American writer, and she has drawn much attention from American readers and critics. Mona in the Promised Land by Gish Jen is the canon of American initiation stories. The novel concerns the growth experience of the second generation of Chinese American, the protagonist Mona Chang. The paper analyses the initiation theme of the novel from the perspectives of puzzlement, epiphany and guide in the journey of Mona＇s growth.
文摘IN the western suburbs of Xiahe County,Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture,Gansu Province right at the foot of the Fengling Mountain lies the exquisite Labrang Monastery.A world renowned institution of higher learning for Tibetan Buddhism,it is one of six major monasteries of the Gelug School of Tibetan Buddhism.
文摘From New York to Bangkok,London to Seoul,crowds are lining up-sometimes overnight-for a chance to own Labubu,the fuzzy,snaggletoothed elf with mischievous eyes and pointed ears.At the Louvre in Paris,visitors now strike poses with Labubu-branded shopping bags alongside the Mona Lisa,blurring the boundaries between pop culture and high art.
文摘Preparations for the construction of the Shenzhen Hongfa Monastery(弘法寺) commenced in 1983, in the new historical context of China’s reform and opening up. Construction work then began in 1985, after the purification ritual was conducted by Venerable Master Benhuan(本焕). In June 1992, the construction of the main buildings was completed.
文摘Fayuan Monastery is located at the southern end of Jiaozi Alley,Xuanwumenwai,Xicheng District of Beijing.It was first built during the Zhenguan reign(627-649)of the Tang dynasty.This ancient monastery also houses the Buddhist Academy of China,and the Buddhist Books and Cultural Relics Museum of China,where young monks are trained and Buddhist culture is studied.The monastery was designated as a key national monastery in 1983.
文摘First built during the Dali reign(766-779)of the Tang dynasty,Lingguang Monastery is the most important temple extant in the Eight-Site Park in Shijingshan District of western Beijing.
