This mixed-methods study presents a needs analysis to investigate the workplace English language needs of medical students in China who are learning and using English as non-native speakers,the circumstances in which ...This mixed-methods study presents a needs analysis to investigate the workplace English language needs of medical students in China who are learning and using English as non-native speakers,the circumstances in which the various language skills are required,and stakeholders’perceived workplace preparedness in the light of language-related instructional provision during medical training.A leading university in China was chosen as the study case.Altogether,294 online questionnaires were collected from undergraduate medical students,graduate medical students and recent graduates working as physicians,and 33 semi-structured individual interviews were conducted with undergraduate medical students,graduate medical students,recent graduates working as physicians,medical teachers,English for Medical Purposes(EMP)teachers,program leaders and English-speaking patients.Results showed that in addition to physicians experiencing pressure to publish scientific articles internationally,participants attached greater importance to physicians’oral English communication ability,especially in undertaking clinical consultations in English,working with medical interpreters or acting as ad hoc interpreters.The participants also reported a lack of relevant EMP courses or trainings available at this university.Given these communicative events that physicians face in China,EMP courses need to include training in these specific areas.展开更多
For many people,including myself,“finding your purpose”can be a scary and overwhelming topic.In high school,I wasn't naturally drawn to any particular career,which made me feel like something was wrong with me.I...For many people,including myself,“finding your purpose”can be a scary and overwhelming topic.In high school,I wasn't naturally drawn to any particular career,which made me feel like something was wrong with me.I didn't have the“typical”aspirations that others seemed to have,leaving me feeling anxious and lost.However,I always knew I had a creative soul and that art was incredibly important to me.展开更多
CAETE fosters real partnerships and drives China-Africa relations through business,culture and trust The city of Changsha recently concluded a remarkable chapter in China-Africa relations with the conclusion of the fo...CAETE fosters real partnerships and drives China-Africa relations through business,culture and trust The city of Changsha recently concluded a remarkable chapter in China-Africa relations with the conclusion of the fourth China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo(CAETE).Since its debut in 2019,the event has expanded in size and stature,emerging as a dynamic hub where business,innovation,and cultural exchange intersect.展开更多
I.What are topic sentences in a passage?A topic sentence is the main idea of a paragraph.It tells readers what the paragraph will talk about.Usually,the topic sentence is the first sentence of a paragraph,but sometime...I.What are topic sentences in a passage?A topic sentence is the main idea of a paragraph.It tells readers what the paragraph will talk about.Usually,the topic sentence is the first sentence of a paragraph,but sometimes it can come in the middle or at the end.A good topic sentence helps readers understand the writer's purpose quickly.展开更多
Special Purpose Rice (SPR) is a technology that consists of different rice varieties that were developed by Central Luzon State University. The unique varietal characteristics of SPR are pigmented, glutinous, good-yie...Special Purpose Rice (SPR) is a technology that consists of different rice varieties that were developed by Central Luzon State University. The unique varietal characteristics of SPR are pigmented, glutinous, good-yielding varieties planted in lowland areas. This study was conducted to increase farmers’ income through employing different promotion and extension activities and enterprise development. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Cost and return and benefit-cost analysis were used to determine the financial benefits of using the SPR in different production systems. Results revealed that incorporating the following parameters is critical in the sustainable adoption of the SPR. Amongst them are: ensuring that recommended production technologies are strictly followed by the farmers, ensuring the quality of seeds for planting, the presence of a market for the produce, engaging the farmers in value-adding activities like processing, capability development in entrepreneurship, and adopting clustering approach of the farmers to address economies of scale in marketing and processing. The use of SPR produced an average yield of 6.11 MT/ha and 5.04 MT/ha during the dry and wet seasons from 2021-2023, respectively, higher than the usual varieties of inbred rice. The net benefit from producing a CLS-2 variety of SPR is higher than regular rice, having an average difference of Php 22,355.53 per hectare from 2021-2023.展开更多
1 Dr Katrina Wruck,a 30⁃year⁃old scientist from Queensland,was named the 2025 Young Australian of the Year.Dr Katrina Wruck started the profit⁃for⁃purpose business Nguki Kula Green Labs to create sustainable solutions...1 Dr Katrina Wruck,a 30⁃year⁃old scientist from Queensland,was named the 2025 Young Australian of the Year.Dr Katrina Wruck started the profit⁃for⁃purpose business Nguki Kula Green Labs to create sustainable solutions to a healthier planet.Its flagship project is the worlds first reusable laundry system,which transforms low-value rocks into eco-friendly detergent(洗涤剂).展开更多
With the increasing global demand for Chinese language,the teaching of Chinese for Specific Purposes(CSP)has occupied an increasingly important position in the teaching of Chinese as a foreign language.However,traditi...With the increasing global demand for Chinese language,the teaching of Chinese for Specific Purposes(CSP)has occupied an increasingly important position in the teaching of Chinese as a foreign language.However,traditional teaching methods often neglect the role of non-verbal symbols in language comprehension and communication.The multimodal discourse theory provides a new perspective for CSP teaching,which can effectively enhance students’understanding and mastery of specialized terminology and language application skills by integrating multisensory symbol systems such as language,vision,hearing,and touch.This paper starts from the current situation of teaching CSP and analyzes the adaptability between multimodal discourse and CSP teaching,aiming to provide theoretical support and practical suggestions for the innovation of the teaching mode of CSP.展开更多
The education of curriculum ideology and politics is vigorously implemented in China.It manifests in the teaching process across three dimensions:textbooks,educators,and learners.During lesson preparation,instructors ...The education of curriculum ideology and politics is vigorously implemented in China.It manifests in the teaching process across three dimensions:textbooks,educators,and learners.During lesson preparation,instructors may neglect the subtle ideological and political nuances present in original English textbooks,which can result in students misinterpreting the content.Additionally,time constraints hinder teachers from effectively clarifying these implicit factors.Furthermore,students who rely solely on the textbook are likely to accept the information at face value,missing the opportunity to clarify any misconceptions through interactive learning.Ultimately,the textbook is the key and foundation for the implementation of the curriculum ideology and politics in education.This paper takes medical English course as an example to demonstrate it.展开更多
Numerical treatment of engineering application problems often eventually results in a solution of systems of linear or nonlinear equations.The solution process using digital computational devices usually takes tremend...Numerical treatment of engineering application problems often eventually results in a solution of systems of linear or nonlinear equations.The solution process using digital computational devices usually takes tremendous time due to the extremely large size encountered in most real-world engineering applications.So,practical solvers for systems of linear and nonlinear equations based on multi graphic process units（GPUs）are proposed in order to accelerate the solving process.In the linear and nonlinear solvers,the preconditioned bi-conjugate gradient stable（PBi-CGstab）method and the Inexact Newton method are used to achieve the fast and stable convergence behavior.Multi-GPUs are utilized to obtain more data storage that large size problems need.展开更多
In this paper,the effect of water and air fluids on the behavior of a planing catamaran in calm water was studied separately in calm water by using experimental and numerical methods.Experiments were conducted in a to...In this paper,the effect of water and air fluids on the behavior of a planing catamaran in calm water was studied separately in calm water by using experimental and numerical methods.Experiments were conducted in a towing tank over the Froude number range of 0.49–2.9 with two degrees of freedom.The model vessel displacement of 5.3 kg was implemented in experimental tests.Craft behavior was evaluated at the displacements of 5.3,4.6,and 4 kg by using the numerical method.The numerical simulation results for the hull’s resistance force were validated with similar experimental data.The fluid volume model was applied to simulate two-phase flow.The SST k-ωturbulence model was used to investigate the effect of turbulence on the catamaran.The results showed that in the planing mode,the contribution of air to pressure resistance increased by 55%,40%,and 60%at the mentioned displacements,whereas the contribution of air to friction resistance was less than 15%on average.The contribution of the air to the total lift force at the abovementioned displacements exceeded 70%,60%,and 50%in the planing mode but was less than 10%in the displacement mode.At the displacements of 5.3 and 4 kg,the area under the effect of maximum pressure moved around the center of gravity and caused porpoising longitudinal instability at the Froude numbers of 2.9 and 2.4,respectively.However,at the displacement of 4.6 kg,this effect did not occur,and the vessel maintained its stability.展开更多
作为应用语言学的一个重要研究领域,ESP(English for Specific Purposes,特殊用途英语)理论近年来有了长足的发展。很多国内外的专家学者在探寻其理论价值的同时,积极寻找其跨学科研究的可能性与可行性。本篇文章在简要分析了ESP理论的...作为应用语言学的一个重要研究领域,ESP(English for Specific Purposes,特殊用途英语)理论近年来有了长足的发展。很多国内外的专家学者在探寻其理论价值的同时,积极寻找其跨学科研究的可能性与可行性。本篇文章在简要分析了ESP理论的形成和特点后,主要探讨了在ESP理论指导下外语专业复合型英语人才培养的模式,并在论证过程中提到了商务英语学科在培养复合型英语人才方面的重大作用。展开更多
A useful mid course guidance law for long range multi purpose missiles is proposed. The law consists of two parts. One is used in the horizontal guidance plane, and the other in the vertical guidance plane. The mid ...A useful mid course guidance law for long range multi purpose missiles is proposed. The law consists of two parts. One is used in the horizontal guidance plane, and the other in the vertical guidance plane. The mid course is combined with variable structure proportional navigation in the homing phase. Simulation results show that the proposed guidance law can meet the demands for starting up the homing phase and so the handing over between mid course guidance and terminal guidance can be carried out successfully.展开更多
An excellent translation of proprietary business brand terms is more important in international trade.Diverse cultural backgrounds and purposiveness of products are the most influential factors.The research tries to a...An excellent translation of proprietary business brand terms is more important in international trade.Diverse cultural backgrounds and purposiveness of products are the most influential factors.The research tries to analyze the elements of cultural background and aims of products that affect E-C translation of proprietary business brand terms by descriptive study method and experience summary method,and then to provide methods to overcome these difficulties.展开更多
文摘This mixed-methods study presents a needs analysis to investigate the workplace English language needs of medical students in China who are learning and using English as non-native speakers,the circumstances in which the various language skills are required,and stakeholders’perceived workplace preparedness in the light of language-related instructional provision during medical training.A leading university in China was chosen as the study case.Altogether,294 online questionnaires were collected from undergraduate medical students,graduate medical students and recent graduates working as physicians,and 33 semi-structured individual interviews were conducted with undergraduate medical students,graduate medical students,recent graduates working as physicians,medical teachers,English for Medical Purposes(EMP)teachers,program leaders and English-speaking patients.Results showed that in addition to physicians experiencing pressure to publish scientific articles internationally,participants attached greater importance to physicians’oral English communication ability,especially in undertaking clinical consultations in English,working with medical interpreters or acting as ad hoc interpreters.The participants also reported a lack of relevant EMP courses or trainings available at this university.Given these communicative events that physicians face in China,EMP courses need to include training in these specific areas.
文摘For many people,including myself,“finding your purpose”can be a scary and overwhelming topic.In high school,I wasn't naturally drawn to any particular career,which made me feel like something was wrong with me.I didn't have the“typical”aspirations that others seemed to have,leaving me feeling anxious and lost.However,I always knew I had a creative soul and that art was incredibly important to me.
文摘CAETE fosters real partnerships and drives China-Africa relations through business,culture and trust The city of Changsha recently concluded a remarkable chapter in China-Africa relations with the conclusion of the fourth China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo(CAETE).Since its debut in 2019,the event has expanded in size and stature,emerging as a dynamic hub where business,innovation,and cultural exchange intersect.
文摘I.What are topic sentences in a passage?A topic sentence is the main idea of a paragraph.It tells readers what the paragraph will talk about.Usually,the topic sentence is the first sentence of a paragraph,but sometimes it can come in the middle or at the end.A good topic sentence helps readers understand the writer's purpose quickly.
文摘Special Purpose Rice (SPR) is a technology that consists of different rice varieties that were developed by Central Luzon State University. The unique varietal characteristics of SPR are pigmented, glutinous, good-yielding varieties planted in lowland areas. This study was conducted to increase farmers’ income through employing different promotion and extension activities and enterprise development. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Cost and return and benefit-cost analysis were used to determine the financial benefits of using the SPR in different production systems. Results revealed that incorporating the following parameters is critical in the sustainable adoption of the SPR. Amongst them are: ensuring that recommended production technologies are strictly followed by the farmers, ensuring the quality of seeds for planting, the presence of a market for the produce, engaging the farmers in value-adding activities like processing, capability development in entrepreneurship, and adopting clustering approach of the farmers to address economies of scale in marketing and processing. The use of SPR produced an average yield of 6.11 MT/ha and 5.04 MT/ha during the dry and wet seasons from 2021-2023, respectively, higher than the usual varieties of inbred rice. The net benefit from producing a CLS-2 variety of SPR is higher than regular rice, having an average difference of Php 22,355.53 per hectare from 2021-2023.
文摘1 Dr Katrina Wruck,a 30⁃year⁃old scientist from Queensland,was named the 2025 Young Australian of the Year.Dr Katrina Wruck started the profit⁃for⁃purpose business Nguki Kula Green Labs to create sustainable solutions to a healthier planet.Its flagship project is the worlds first reusable laundry system,which transforms low-value rocks into eco-friendly detergent(洗涤剂).
文摘With the increasing global demand for Chinese language,the teaching of Chinese for Specific Purposes(CSP)has occupied an increasingly important position in the teaching of Chinese as a foreign language.However,traditional teaching methods often neglect the role of non-verbal symbols in language comprehension and communication.The multimodal discourse theory provides a new perspective for CSP teaching,which can effectively enhance students’understanding and mastery of specialized terminology and language application skills by integrating multisensory symbol systems such as language,vision,hearing,and touch.This paper starts from the current situation of teaching CSP and analyzes the adaptability between multimodal discourse and CSP teaching,aiming to provide theoretical support and practical suggestions for the innovation of the teaching mode of CSP.
基金The Higher Education Teaching Reform Project of Southern Medical University“The Curriculum Ideology and Politics Contributing to Achieving the Stereoscopic,Multielement,and Innovative Medical English Courses”(202166)“The Redevelopment of Medical English Learning Environment in Digital Era”(Fund No.S202312121182X)providing funding for this work.
文摘The education of curriculum ideology and politics is vigorously implemented in China.It manifests in the teaching process across three dimensions:textbooks,educators,and learners.During lesson preparation,instructors may neglect the subtle ideological and political nuances present in original English textbooks,which can result in students misinterpreting the content.Additionally,time constraints hinder teachers from effectively clarifying these implicit factors.Furthermore,students who rely solely on the textbook are likely to accept the information at face value,missing the opportunity to clarify any misconceptions through interactive learning.Ultimately,the textbook is the key and foundation for the implementation of the curriculum ideology and politics in education.This paper takes medical English course as an example to demonstrate it.
文摘Numerical treatment of engineering application problems often eventually results in a solution of systems of linear or nonlinear equations.The solution process using digital computational devices usually takes tremendous time due to the extremely large size encountered in most real-world engineering applications.So,practical solvers for systems of linear and nonlinear equations based on multi graphic process units（GPUs）are proposed in order to accelerate the solving process.In the linear and nonlinear solvers,the preconditioned bi-conjugate gradient stable（PBi-CGstab）method and the Inexact Newton method are used to achieve the fast and stable convergence behavior.Multi-GPUs are utilized to obtain more data storage that large size problems need.
文摘In this paper,the effect of water and air fluids on the behavior of a planing catamaran in calm water was studied separately in calm water by using experimental and numerical methods.Experiments were conducted in a towing tank over the Froude number range of 0.49–2.9 with two degrees of freedom.The model vessel displacement of 5.3 kg was implemented in experimental tests.Craft behavior was evaluated at the displacements of 5.3,4.6,and 4 kg by using the numerical method.The numerical simulation results for the hull’s resistance force were validated with similar experimental data.The fluid volume model was applied to simulate two-phase flow.The SST k-ωturbulence model was used to investigate the effect of turbulence on the catamaran.The results showed that in the planing mode,the contribution of air to pressure resistance increased by 55%,40%,and 60%at the mentioned displacements,whereas the contribution of air to friction resistance was less than 15%on average.The contribution of the air to the total lift force at the abovementioned displacements exceeded 70%,60%,and 50%in the planing mode but was less than 10%in the displacement mode.At the displacements of 5.3 and 4 kg,the area under the effect of maximum pressure moved around the center of gravity and caused porpoising longitudinal instability at the Froude numbers of 2.9 and 2.4,respectively.However,at the displacement of 4.6 kg,this effect did not occur,and the vessel maintained its stability.
文摘作为应用语言学的一个重要研究领域,ESP(English for Specific Purposes,特殊用途英语)理论近年来有了长足的发展。很多国内外的专家学者在探寻其理论价值的同时,积极寻找其跨学科研究的可能性与可行性。本篇文章在简要分析了ESP理论的形成和特点后,主要探讨了在ESP理论指导下外语专业复合型英语人才培养的模式,并在论证过程中提到了商务英语学科在培养复合型英语人才方面的重大作用。
文摘A useful mid course guidance law for long range multi purpose missiles is proposed. The law consists of two parts. One is used in the horizontal guidance plane, and the other in the vertical guidance plane. The mid course is combined with variable structure proportional navigation in the homing phase. Simulation results show that the proposed guidance law can meet the demands for starting up the homing phase and so the handing over between mid course guidance and terminal guidance can be carried out successfully.
文摘An excellent translation of proprietary business brand terms is more important in international trade.Diverse cultural backgrounds and purposiveness of products are the most influential factors.The research tries to analyze the elements of cultural background and aims of products that affect E-C translation of proprietary business brand terms by descriptive study method and experience summary method,and then to provide methods to overcome these difficulties.
