Ulsan port is the hugest industry-oriented port in South Korea. It has the third highest traffic volume of cargo, and also it has the most liquid bulk in Korea. However, on account of thoughtless development, there ar...Ulsan port is the hugest industry-oriented port in South Korea. It has the third highest traffic volume of cargo, and also it has the most liquid bulk in Korea. However, on account of thoughtless development, there are other cases like Ulsan port that liquid cargo and general cargo are simultaneously handled. The demurrage ratio takes up to 12.5% of probability on average. In 2010, it has less room at berths for liquid bulk than general cargo and it totally has 107% of processing ratio （throughput）. This indicates that Ulsan port concentrates on liquid cargo more than general cargo depending on the characteristics of the port. This research suggests the effects as alternatives for efficiency and effectivity at both ports, Ulsan port and Pohang port in the case that the general cargo handled in Ulsan port is relocated to Pohang port in terms of the characteristics of products which Pohang port and its hinterland the most focused on. Namely, we estimate volume of relocated volume suitable for relocation in assumption that volume handled in Ulsan port is relocated to Pohang port scenario by scenario, analyze the effects of relocated volume, and suggest alternatives for vitalizing Ulsan port.展开更多
In the Chinese lunar calendar,2026 ushers in the Year of the Horse,a creature that has carried humanity across continents and through centuries.More than a marker of time,the horse embodies vitality,courage,and the re...In the Chinese lunar calendar,2026 ushers in the Year of the Horse,a creature that has carried humanity across continents and through centuries.More than a marker of time,the horse embodies vitality,courage,and the relentless spirit to move forward,qualities that resonate not only in China but across the landscapes of many African societies.展开更多
The robust growth of China’s film market reflects its resilience,vitality,and immense potential.THE year 2025 marks the 120th anniversary of the birth of Chinese film making.From the first film Dingjun Mountain relea...The robust growth of China’s film market reflects its resilience,vitality,and immense potential.THE year 2025 marks the 120th anniversary of the birth of Chinese film making.From the first film Dingjun Mountain released in 1905,which captured scenes from Peking opera,to the present day boom where artificial intelligence(AI)is utilized in film production,the Chinese film industry has been developing for over a century.展开更多
Advanced biological systems are characterized by dynamic,complex,and functional biointerfaces.Human skin,for example,exemplifies such a biointerface,featuring diverse micro-and nano-scale surface structures.It serves ...Advanced biological systems are characterized by dynamic,complex,and functional biointerfaces.Human skin,for example,exemplifies such a biointerface,featuring diverse micro-and nano-scale surface structures.It serves as an ideal window for bioelectronic devices to acquire vital physiological information,enabling continuous health monitoring,and disease intervention.展开更多
Historic urban areas are a crucial component of urban heritage,embodying the collective memory of urban development and possessing distinctive urban textures and cultural attributes.However,the growing impact of globa...Historic urban areas are a crucial component of urban heritage,embodying the collective memory of urban development and possessing distinctive urban textures and cultural attributes.However,the growing impact of globalization on the urban environment poses challenges to historic urban areas,including diminishing social recognition,aging infrastructure,loss of vitality,and cultural erosion.To address these challenges,this study proposes a novel approach to revitalizing historic urban areas by employing space syntax methodology.The study focuses on Yushan Historic District in China as a case study and uses spatial models within space syntax to describe,analyze,and interpret its urban morphology.The objective is to enhance urban vitality while preserving the heritage fabric of historic urban areas.Additionally,it aims to contribute to the advancement of space syntax research,specifically in the context of urban renewal and revitalization of historic districts.The findings reveal the spatial factors that contribute to the generation of vitality within the district,identify areas requiring intervention,and provide strategies for revitalizing historic urban areas.This study demonstrates the potential of utilizing a space syntax approach in urban revitalization,providing valuable guidance for effectively conserving urban heritage within the context of urban renewal.展开更多
Pulpotomy,which belongs to vital pulp therapy,has become a strategy for managing pulpitis in recent decades.This minimally invasive treatment reflects the recognition of preserving healthy dental pulp and optimizing l...Pulpotomy,which belongs to vital pulp therapy,has become a strategy for managing pulpitis in recent decades.This minimally invasive treatment reflects the recognition of preserving healthy dental pulp and optimizing long-term patient-centered outcomes.Pulpotomy is categorized into partial pulpotomy(PP),the removal of a partial segment of the coronal pulp tissue,and full pulpotomy(FP),the removal of whole coronal pulp,which is followed by applying the biomaterials onto the remaining pulp tissue and ultimately restoring the tooth.Procedural decisions for the amount of pulp tissue removal or retention depend on the diagnostic of pulp vitality,the overall treatment plan,the patient’s general health status,and pulp inflammation reassessment during operation.This statement represents the consensus of an expert committee convened by the Society of Cariology and Endodontics,Chinese Stomatological Association.It addresses the current evidence to support the application of pulpotomy as a potential alternative to root canal treatment(RCT)on mature permanent teeth with pulpitis from a biological basis,the development of capping biomaterial,and the diagnostic considerations to evidence-based medicine.This expert statement intends to provide a clinical protocol of pulpotomy,which facilitates practitioners in choosing the optimal procedure and increasing their confidence in this rapidly evolving field.展开更多
Urban environments offer a wealth of opportunities for residents to respite from their hectic life.Outdoor running or jogging becomes increasingly popular of an option.Impacts of urban environments on outdoor running,...Urban environments offer a wealth of opportunities for residents to respite from their hectic life.Outdoor running or jogging becomes increasingly popular of an option.Impacts of urban environments on outdoor running,despite some initial studies,remain underexplored.This study aims to establish an analytical framework that can holistically assess the urban environment on the healthy vitality of running.The proposed framework is applied to two modern Chinese cities,i.e.,Guangzhou and Shenzhen.We construct three interpretable random forest models to explore the non-linear relationship between environmental variables and running intensity(RI)through analyzing the runners'trajectories and integrating with multi-source urban big data(e.g.,street view imagery,remote sensing,and socio-economic data)across the built,natural,and social dimensions,The findings uncover that road density has the greatest impact on RI,and social variables(e.g.,population density and housing price)and natural variables(e.g.,slope and humidity)all make notable impact on outdoor running.Despite these findings,the impact of environmental variables likely change across different regions due to disparate regional construction and micro-environments,and those specific impacts as well as optimal thresholds also alter.Therefore,construction of healthy cities should take the whole urban environment into account and adapt to local conditions.This study provides a comprehensive evaluation on the influencing variables of healthy vitality and guides sustainable urban planning for creating running-friendly cities.展开更多
Dr.Jonathan Clavell-Hernández,MD,FACS Founder&Medical Director,Vitality Urology Institute Adjunct Assistant Professor of Urology,McGovern Medical School,UTHealth Houston Website:www.houstonmenshealth.com Dr.J...Dr.Jonathan Clavell-Hernández,MD,FACS Founder&Medical Director,Vitality Urology Institute Adjunct Assistant Professor of Urology,McGovern Medical School,UTHealth Houston Website:www.houstonmenshealth.com Dr.Jonathan Clavell-Hernándezis a board-certified urologist and fellowship-trained specialist in Sexual Medicine and Urological Andrology.He is the founder of Vitality Urology Institute,a premier men’s health center in Houston,TX,USA.展开更多
Open government-enterprise communication lies behind Qingdao’s success in attracting German investment.Aconducive business environment is crucial for stimulating economic vitality and driving high-quality development.
The article examines the life forms of 14 species of the genus Hedysarum belonging to two sections (Obscura andMulticaulia) distributed in Central Asia, including the Central and Western Tien Shan (Talas, Fergana, and...The article examines the life forms of 14 species of the genus Hedysarum belonging to two sections (Obscura andMulticaulia) distributed in Central Asia, including the Central and Western Tien Shan (Talas, Fergana, and Alay ranges),Pamir-Alai and Kopet Dag. The morphological features of mature plants, branching types and a comparative analysisof the characteristics of the studied species—particularly those from the Obscura section (species H. flavescens and H.denticulatum)—were studied. Samples were collected from various types of habitats: grassy, rocky-shallow slopes, redclay outcrops, woody-shrubby thickets, archaea, spruce forests, subalpine meadows, and glacial belts. The life forms ofthe species were identified: H. severzovii and H. pumilum are classified as low-growing, sparsely branched shrubs witha bushy form;H. micropterum and H. wrightianum are classified as short-lived semi-shrubs, transitional from perennialherbaceous plants to short-lived shrubs;H. cephalotes is classified as a perennial turfgrass. The remaining species areperennial herbaceous plants with varying lifespans.展开更多
Objective: To assess the impact of preoperative psychological interventions on the care of patients undergoing elective surgery. Methods: Ninety-two patients scheduled for elective surgery in the surgical department b...Objective: To assess the impact of preoperative psychological interventions on the care of patients undergoing elective surgery. Methods: Ninety-two patients scheduled for elective surgery in the surgical department between August 2021 and August 2023 were selected and divided into groups using a random number table. The observation group received preoperative psychological interventions, while the reference group received standard preoperative care. Anxiety and depression scores, fear grading, vital signs, and self-efficacy levels were compared. Results: After the intervention, the anxiety and depression scores in the observation group were lower than those in the reference group, and the proportion of fear graded as Level I was higher. During the waiting period and 15 minutes before entering the operating room, vital sign levels in the observation group were lower than those in the reference group. Additionally, the self-efficacy scores of the observation group were significantly higher than those of the reference group (P < 0.05). Conclusion: Preoperative psychological interventions can alleviate negative emotions, stabilize preoperative vital signs, and significantly improve self-efficacy in patients undergoing elective surgery, demonstrating high feasibility for implementation.展开更多
The blood-brain barrier(BBB),an intricate interface of the neurovascular unit,plays a vital role in maintaining the function of the central nervous system(CNS).The BBB interacts with various components,such as glial c...The blood-brain barrier(BBB),an intricate interface of the neurovascular unit,plays a vital role in maintaining the function of the central nervous system(CNS).The BBB interacts with various components,such as glial cells,circulating cells,exosomes,and hormones,to regulate communication between the CNS and the periphery[1].展开更多
Editor's Note:Markham County in Qamdo City is a pearl of eastern Xizang Autonomous Region.Perched at the convergence of Xizang,Sichuan,and Yunnan,with an average altitude of 4,300 meters,Markham serves as the east...Editor's Note:Markham County in Qamdo City is a pearl of eastern Xizang Autonomous Region.Perched at the convergence of Xizang,Sichuan,and Yunnan,with an average altitude of 4,300 meters,Markham serves as the eastern gateway to Xizang,Qamdo's vital window to the outside world.展开更多
China’s Five-Year Plans balance stability and market vitality,o#ering a forward-looking model for social progress and economic transformation China’s Five-Year Plans(FYPs)represent a rare combination of strategic fo...China’s Five-Year Plans balance stability and market vitality,o#ering a forward-looking model for social progress and economic transformation China’s Five-Year Plans(FYPs)represent a rare combination of strategic foresight and adaptive governance.Over the past 70 years,this planning mechanism has served as both a compass and a roadmap,allowing China not only to stay true to its long-term objectives but also to recalibrate policies in response to evolving domestic and international environments.展开更多
文摘Ulsan port is the hugest industry-oriented port in South Korea. It has the third highest traffic volume of cargo, and also it has the most liquid bulk in Korea. However, on account of thoughtless development, there are other cases like Ulsan port that liquid cargo and general cargo are simultaneously handled. The demurrage ratio takes up to 12.5% of probability on average. In 2010, it has less room at berths for liquid bulk than general cargo and it totally has 107% of processing ratio （throughput）. This indicates that Ulsan port concentrates on liquid cargo more than general cargo depending on the characteristics of the port. This research suggests the effects as alternatives for efficiency and effectivity at both ports, Ulsan port and Pohang port in the case that the general cargo handled in Ulsan port is relocated to Pohang port in terms of the characteristics of products which Pohang port and its hinterland the most focused on. Namely, we estimate volume of relocated volume suitable for relocation in assumption that volume handled in Ulsan port is relocated to Pohang port scenario by scenario, analyze the effects of relocated volume, and suggest alternatives for vitalizing Ulsan port.
文摘In the Chinese lunar calendar,2026 ushers in the Year of the Horse,a creature that has carried humanity across continents and through centuries.More than a marker of time,the horse embodies vitality,courage,and the relentless spirit to move forward,qualities that resonate not only in China but across the landscapes of many African societies.
文摘The robust growth of China’s film market reflects its resilience,vitality,and immense potential.THE year 2025 marks the 120th anniversary of the birth of Chinese film making.From the first film Dingjun Mountain released in 1905,which captured scenes from Peking opera,to the present day boom where artificial intelligence(AI)is utilized in film production,the Chinese film industry has been developing for over a century.
文摘Advanced biological systems are characterized by dynamic,complex,and functional biointerfaces.Human skin,for example,exemplifies such a biointerface,featuring diverse micro-and nano-scale surface structures.It serves as an ideal window for bioelectronic devices to acquire vital physiological information,enabling continuous health monitoring,and disease intervention.
文摘Historic urban areas are a crucial component of urban heritage,embodying the collective memory of urban development and possessing distinctive urban textures and cultural attributes.However,the growing impact of globalization on the urban environment poses challenges to historic urban areas,including diminishing social recognition,aging infrastructure,loss of vitality,and cultural erosion.To address these challenges,this study proposes a novel approach to revitalizing historic urban areas by employing space syntax methodology.The study focuses on Yushan Historic District in China as a case study and uses spatial models within space syntax to describe,analyze,and interpret its urban morphology.The objective is to enhance urban vitality while preserving the heritage fabric of historic urban areas.Additionally,it aims to contribute to the advancement of space syntax research,specifically in the context of urban renewal and revitalization of historic districts.The findings reveal the spatial factors that contribute to the generation of vitality within the district,identify areas requiring intervention,and provide strategies for revitalizing historic urban areas.This study demonstrates the potential of utilizing a space syntax approach in urban revitalization,providing valuable guidance for effectively conserving urban heritage within the context of urban renewal.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(82170941 and 82370948 to Lu Zhang,82071110 and 82230029 to Zhi Chen)the National Key R&D Program of China(2018YFC1105100)。
文摘Pulpotomy,which belongs to vital pulp therapy,has become a strategy for managing pulpitis in recent decades.This minimally invasive treatment reflects the recognition of preserving healthy dental pulp and optimizing long-term patient-centered outcomes.Pulpotomy is categorized into partial pulpotomy(PP),the removal of a partial segment of the coronal pulp tissue,and full pulpotomy(FP),the removal of whole coronal pulp,which is followed by applying the biomaterials onto the remaining pulp tissue and ultimately restoring the tooth.Procedural decisions for the amount of pulp tissue removal or retention depend on the diagnostic of pulp vitality,the overall treatment plan,the patient’s general health status,and pulp inflammation reassessment during operation.This statement represents the consensus of an expert committee convened by the Society of Cariology and Endodontics,Chinese Stomatological Association.It addresses the current evidence to support the application of pulpotomy as a potential alternative to root canal treatment(RCT)on mature permanent teeth with pulpitis from a biological basis,the development of capping biomaterial,and the diagnostic considerations to evidence-based medicine.This expert statement intends to provide a clinical protocol of pulpotomy,which facilitates practitioners in choosing the optimal procedure and increasing their confidence in this rapidly evolving field.
基金National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.42171455The Hong Kong RGC Research Impact Fund,No.R5011-23The Hong Kong General Research Fund,No.15204121。
文摘Urban environments offer a wealth of opportunities for residents to respite from their hectic life.Outdoor running or jogging becomes increasingly popular of an option.Impacts of urban environments on outdoor running,despite some initial studies,remain underexplored.This study aims to establish an analytical framework that can holistically assess the urban environment on the healthy vitality of running.The proposed framework is applied to two modern Chinese cities,i.e.,Guangzhou and Shenzhen.We construct three interpretable random forest models to explore the non-linear relationship between environmental variables and running intensity(RI)through analyzing the runners'trajectories and integrating with multi-source urban big data(e.g.,street view imagery,remote sensing,and socio-economic data)across the built,natural,and social dimensions,The findings uncover that road density has the greatest impact on RI,and social variables(e.g.,population density and housing price)and natural variables(e.g.,slope and humidity)all make notable impact on outdoor running.Despite these findings,the impact of environmental variables likely change across different regions due to disparate regional construction and micro-environments,and those specific impacts as well as optimal thresholds also alter.Therefore,construction of healthy cities should take the whole urban environment into account and adapt to local conditions.This study provides a comprehensive evaluation on the influencing variables of healthy vitality and guides sustainable urban planning for creating running-friendly cities.
文摘Dr.Jonathan Clavell-Hernández,MD,FACS Founder&Medical Director,Vitality Urology Institute Adjunct Assistant Professor of Urology,McGovern Medical School,UTHealth Houston Website:www.houstonmenshealth.com Dr.Jonathan Clavell-Hernándezis a board-certified urologist and fellowship-trained specialist in Sexual Medicine and Urological Andrology.He is the founder of Vitality Urology Institute,a premier men’s health center in Houston,TX,USA.
文摘Open government-enterprise communication lies behind Qingdao’s success in attracting German investment.Aconducive business environment is crucial for stimulating economic vitality and driving high-quality development.
文摘The article examines the life forms of 14 species of the genus Hedysarum belonging to two sections (Obscura andMulticaulia) distributed in Central Asia, including the Central and Western Tien Shan (Talas, Fergana, and Alay ranges),Pamir-Alai and Kopet Dag. The morphological features of mature plants, branching types and a comparative analysisof the characteristics of the studied species—particularly those from the Obscura section (species H. flavescens and H.denticulatum)—were studied. Samples were collected from various types of habitats: grassy, rocky-shallow slopes, redclay outcrops, woody-shrubby thickets, archaea, spruce forests, subalpine meadows, and glacial belts. The life forms ofthe species were identified: H. severzovii and H. pumilum are classified as low-growing, sparsely branched shrubs witha bushy form;H. micropterum and H. wrightianum are classified as short-lived semi-shrubs, transitional from perennialherbaceous plants to short-lived shrubs;H. cephalotes is classified as a perennial turfgrass. The remaining species areperennial herbaceous plants with varying lifespans.
文摘Objective: To assess the impact of preoperative psychological interventions on the care of patients undergoing elective surgery. Methods: Ninety-two patients scheduled for elective surgery in the surgical department between August 2021 and August 2023 were selected and divided into groups using a random number table. The observation group received preoperative psychological interventions, while the reference group received standard preoperative care. Anxiety and depression scores, fear grading, vital signs, and self-efficacy levels were compared. Results: After the intervention, the anxiety and depression scores in the observation group were lower than those in the reference group, and the proportion of fear graded as Level I was higher. During the waiting period and 15 minutes before entering the operating room, vital sign levels in the observation group were lower than those in the reference group. Additionally, the self-efficacy scores of the observation group were significantly higher than those of the reference group (P < 0.05). Conclusion: Preoperative psychological interventions can alleviate negative emotions, stabilize preoperative vital signs, and significantly improve self-efficacy in patients undergoing elective surgery, demonstrating high feasibility for implementation.
文摘The blood-brain barrier(BBB),an intricate interface of the neurovascular unit,plays a vital role in maintaining the function of the central nervous system(CNS).The BBB interacts with various components,such as glial cells,circulating cells,exosomes,and hormones,to regulate communication between the CNS and the periphery[1].
文摘Editor's Note:Markham County in Qamdo City is a pearl of eastern Xizang Autonomous Region.Perched at the convergence of Xizang,Sichuan,and Yunnan,with an average altitude of 4,300 meters,Markham serves as the eastern gateway to Xizang,Qamdo's vital window to the outside world.
文摘China’s Five-Year Plans balance stability and market vitality,o#ering a forward-looking model for social progress and economic transformation China’s Five-Year Plans(FYPs)represent a rare combination of strategic foresight and adaptive governance.Over the past 70 years,this planning mechanism has served as both a compass and a roadmap,allowing China not only to stay true to its long-term objectives but also to recalibrate policies in response to evolving domestic and international environments.
