This scoping review aimed to explore the nature and structure of Student Counselling and Development Units(SCDUs)in Africa towards a better understanding of the role they play in African Higher Education Institutions(...This scoping review aimed to explore the nature and structure of Student Counselling and Development Units(SCDUs)in Africa towards a better understanding of the role they play in African Higher Education Institutions(HEIs).A comprehensive literature search of ten years(2015-2025)on five electronic databases was conducted.Titles and abstracts were screened,and full articles examined,resulting in 23 studies meeting the inclusion criteria.Using thematic analysis,five main overarching themes were identified:(i)the scope and focus of services in SCDUs,(ii)multidisciplinary teams,(iii)approaches to service provision,(iv)challenges in providing effective support,and(v)adaptability of SCDUs.These themes highlighted that SCDUs offer a multidimensional range of support services and adopt systems-based frameworks.Moreover,they face significant challenges,including limited resources,poor service utilization,and the need for culturally sensitive practices.Conversely,a major strength is their adaptability of implementing online and blended service delivery models.展开更多
Saud Khan,a Pakistani physician,collected his work and residence permits at the Yangpu Government Service Centre in Danzhou City,Hainan Province,on 18 December 2025.Khan had arrived in Hainan three months earlier to p...Saud Khan,a Pakistani physician,collected his work and residence permits at the Yangpu Government Service Centre in Danzhou City,Hainan Province,on 18 December 2025.Khan had arrived in Hainan three months earlier to participate in a medical training programme at Hainan Western Central Hospital.By the time the programme concluded,he had made up his mind to stay and broaden his professional experience and long-term career prospects in Hainan.展开更多
As part of my master’s programme in resource use and environmental science at China Agricultural University,I had the privilege of joining a study trip to the Shiyang River Basin and its surrounding areas from 17 to ...As part of my master’s programme in resource use and environmental science at China Agricultural University,I had the privilege of joining a study trip to the Shiyang River Basin and its surrounding areas from 17 to 21 July 2025.This trip to Gansu Province was organised under the China-Africa Joint Centre for Agricultural Demonstration and Training in Arid Regions programme,an initiative aligned with President Xi Jinping’s call for deeper China-Africa cooperation.展开更多
May 5-7,Dubai,United Arab Emirates The ITU Global CyberDrill 2026 (3rd Edition) will be held from May 5 to 7,2026,at the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC),Expo City Dubai,United Arab Emirates (UAE).This event will take pl...May 5-7,Dubai,United Arab Emirates The ITU Global CyberDrill 2026 (3rd Edition) will be held from May 5 to 7,2026,at the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC),Expo City Dubai,United Arab Emirates (UAE).This event will take place during GISEC Global 2026 conference and exhibition.The first day will feature a high-level conference for senior government officials and relevant authorities to discuss cybersecurity and digital resilience,and strengthen national coordination and international cooperation.展开更多
Located at 217 Queen sthreet in the heart of Singapore,the China Cultural Centre features gray-white walls with subtle cream accents,evoking the timeless charm of taditional Chinese architecture with its classic white...Located at 217 Queen sthreet in the heart of Singapore,the China Cultural Centre features gray-white walls with subtle cream accents,evoking the timeless charm of taditional Chinese architecture with its classic white walls and gray-tiled roof.Designed by famous singaporean architect Liu Thai Ker,the building blends traditional Chinese cultural elements with moder architectual concepts."From an aesthetic perspective,I believe it is essential to give the structure a moderm edge,Liu said in an interview with Xinhua."Therefore,the design should reflect a contempoary spirit while retaining the essence of Chinese culture."展开更多
On July 26,the International Forum on Standardization of Artificial Intelligence was held in Shanghai Expo Center.Guided by the WAIC organizing committee,the forum was hosted by the AIM Global Centre of Excellence(AIM...On July 26,the International Forum on Standardization of Artificial Intelligence was held in Shanghai Expo Center.Guided by the WAIC organizing committee,the forum was hosted by the AIM Global Centre of Excellence(AIM Global CoE),and jointly organized by China Electronics Standardization Institute(CESI),Shanghai Artificial Intelligence Research Institute(SAIRI),and Bank of China Shanghai Branch.Aimed at building a high-end AI dialogue platform for the world to promote international exchange and cooperation,the forum attracted more than 200 vips and representatives from international organizations,governmental departments,universities,research institutes,and industrial leading companies.They held in-depth discussions on topics of technical standards,ethics and governance,and global coordination,and strove to form an AI standardization framework with global consensus.展开更多
When China and Singapore exchanged formal handshakes in 1990,few could have imagined that 35 years later,a Data Science undergraduate named Hu Yunxin would be happily counting hawker-centre noodles while memorizing re...When China and Singapore exchanged formal handshakes in 1990,few could have imagined that 35 years later,a Data Science undergraduate named Hu Yunxin would be happily counting hawker-centre noodles while memorizing regression formulas along Clementi Road.Yet it is precisely these small,personal stories that breathe life into grand diplomatic milestones.In celebration of the anniversary,I spoke with Yunxin—freshly returned from her first year at the National University of Singapore(NUS)—to discover how the Lion City looks through Chinese eyes.展开更多
In 1955,a young woman named Annie Easley heard about jobs at a space center in Ohio.The space centre was looking for“human computers”.This was before most people used computer machines.The space centre wanted people...In 1955,a young woman named Annie Easley heard about jobs at a space center in Ohio.The space centre was looking for“human computers”.This was before most people used computer machines.The space centre wanted people with strong maths skills.Annie was only twenty-two,but she had always been good at maths.So she got the job.In time,the space centre Annie worked at became a part of NASA,which sends people into space.展开更多
The Royal Tropical Institute (KIT) in Amsterdam is an independent centre of knowledge and expertise in the areas of international and intercultural cooperation, operating at the interface between theory and practice a...The Royal Tropical Institute (KIT) in Amsterdam is an independent centre of knowledge and expertise in the areas of international and intercultural cooperation, operating at the interface between theory and practice and between policy and implementation. The Institute contributes to sustainable development, poverty alleviation and cultural preservation and exchange.展开更多
The Royal Tropical Institute(KIT)in Amsterdam is an independent centre of knowledge and expertise in the areas of international and intercultural cooperation,operating at the interface between theory and practice and ...The Royal Tropical Institute(KIT)in Amsterdam is an independent centre of knowledge and expertise in the areas of international and intercultural cooperation,operating at the interface between theory and practice and between policy and implementation.The Institute contributes to sustainable development,poverty alleviation and cultural preservation and exchange.展开更多
As part of its longstanding commitment to advancing cultural exchange between China and Singapore,Bank of China Singapore Branch is supporting a major cultural initiative-the exhibition“Journeys through Mountains and...As part of its longstanding commitment to advancing cultural exchange between China and Singapore,Bank of China Singapore Branch is supporting a major cultural initiative-the exhibition“Journeys through Mountains and Rivers in Ming and Qing Painting”presented by the China Culture Centre in Singapore from November 1,2025,to January 18,2026.展开更多
Achieving universal eye health remains a global challenge,particularly in low-and middle-income countries where visual impairment and blindness are prevalent.While advances in tertiary eye care have improved outcomes,...Achieving universal eye health remains a global challenge,particularly in low-and middle-income countries where visual impairment and blindness are prevalent.While advances in tertiary eye care have improved outcomes,access to primary eye care(PEC)continues to be inadequate in rural and underserved regions.This gap necessitates innovative,scalable models that provide accessible,affordable,and comprehensive eye care.The Vision Centre(VC)model,pioneered by the Aravind Eye Care System(AECS),exemplifies a sustainable approach to delivering PEC.Designed as permanent facilities in rural communities,VCs are equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and staffed by trained allied ophthalmic personnel.The integration of teleophthalmology,electronic medical records,and artificial intelligence enhances the model’s capacity to address complex conditions like diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma.VCs have demonstrated significant impact in improving accessibility,reducing financial burdens,and increasing utilization of eye care services.In the fiscal year 2023-2024,AECS VCs recorded nearly one million outpatient visits,achieving a 25%population coverage rate and generating substantial cost savings of ₹647 million(US$7.8 million)for patients.The model's success is underpinned by community engagement,a focus on operational excellence,and a robust referral system to tertiary hospitals.This review explores the evolution,implementation,and impact of the AECS VC model,emphasizing its alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals and Universal Health Coverage.By addressing accessibility and affordability,the VC model serves as a scalable template for primary eye care delivery in resource-limited settings globally.展开更多
Valentyna Klymiuk is more than a wheat expert-she brings two PhDs,rich global research experience and a strong focus on pushing genetic limits.As the new Applied Genomics and Pre‑breeding Chair at the University of Sa...Valentyna Klymiuk is more than a wheat expert-she brings two PhDs,rich global research experience and a strong focus on pushing genetic limits.As the new Applied Genomics and Pre‑breeding Chair at the University of Saskatchewan,she speeds up the creation of wheat varieties that handle climate changes well and grow better.Supported by Sask Wheat and based at the university's Crop Development Centre(CDC),this role is not only about studies but also about turning advanced genetics into tools farmers can really use.展开更多
On 5 March,2025,the"Spring Blossoms"ASEAN-China Lady Cultural Gathering was held at the White Pagoda Academy in Beijing.The event was co-hosted by the ASEAN-China Centre and the Beijing People's Associat...On 5 March,2025,the"Spring Blossoms"ASEAN-China Lady Cultural Gathering was held at the White Pagoda Academy in Beijing.The event was co-hosted by the ASEAN-China Centre and the Beijing People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries.展开更多
On February 6,2025,Branko Balon,President of the Croatia-China Friendship Association for Cultural,Scientific and Economic Cooperation and Professor at the VSITE College of Information Technology in Zagreb.
All-solid-state lithium ion batteries(ASSLIBs)have attracted much attention due to their high safety and increased energy density,which have become a substitute to conventional liquid electrolyte batteries[1].The deve...All-solid-state lithium ion batteries(ASSLIBs)have attracted much attention due to their high safety and increased energy density,which have become a substitute to conventional liquid electrolyte batteries[1].The development of high-performance solid electrolyte is the key to the development of solid-state battery technology.Solid-state electrolyte(SSE)materials should have high ionic conductivity,poor electronic conductivity,wide electrochemical window,and low electrode and electrolyte interface resistance.展开更多
基于福建省冬半年沿海和港湾岛屿自动站的逐时极大风观测资料和WRF（Weather Research and Forecast）、EC（European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts）细网格以及T639（TL639L60）三种模式预报的10 m风场资料，将模式预报...基于福建省冬半年沿海和港湾岛屿自动站的逐时极大风观测资料和WRF（Weather Research and Forecast）、EC（European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts）细网格以及T639（TL639L60）三种模式预报的10 m风场资料，将模式预报的风向风速与观测资料进行对比检验，结果表明：福建省沿海冬半年大风的盛行风向以东北风为主，大风的时空分布极为不均，沿海风力的脉动性、跳跃性、局地性突出。从三种模式对风速风向的模拟效果来看， WRF和EC细网格的预报效果较好，有可参考性， T639可参考性不高。对于风速，模式预报结果相比实况极大风速偏小，港湾岛屿代表站风速的平均绝对误差均小于沿海代表站，预报平均误差由沿海向内陆逐渐减小，由中部向南北逐渐减小。风向相比风速的预报效果要差， WRF和EC细网格的风向预报误差在45°-50°，有一定的参考意义；港湾岛屿代表站风向的平均绝对误差大于沿海代表站，以浮标站的误差最大。当观测风速出现7级及以上风速时，若对大风进行分级检验，则较低风速的预报平均绝对误差小于较高风速；风向预报的平均绝对误差也大大降低，且误差都在45°以内，具有良好的参考性。展开更多
通过介绍Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre NICU的护理管理和工作制度、医院感染预防、病房布局、护理业务培训和对早产儿发育的护理等内容,为我国NICU护理工作开展提供借鉴。提出我国应该加强根据国内外的最新护理进展情况规范NICU...通过介绍Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre NICU的护理管理和工作制度、医院感染预防、病房布局、护理业务培训和对早产儿发育的护理等内容,为我国NICU护理工作开展提供借鉴。提出我国应该加强根据国内外的最新护理进展情况规范NICU护士专科知识教材和培训方法;合理布局NICU,以改善病房环境和预防医院感染;合理安排治疗和护理时间,尽量减少对早产儿的干扰,促进其发育;鼓励父母参与患儿的护理。展开更多
Face centred cubic（FCC） TiB ceramic powder synthesized by Ti-boronizing method was used as conductive filler to make ceramic electrically conductive adhesives（ECAs） with the polymer matrix.Electrically conductive ...Face centred cubic（FCC） TiB ceramic powder synthesized by Ti-boronizing method was used as conductive filler to make ceramic electrically conductive adhesives（ECAs） with the polymer matrix.Electrically conductive properties of the ceramic ECAs were studied.The bulk electrical resistivity varied with the powder content of the FCC-TiB in ECAs.The FCC-TiB filled ECAs also showed the percolation behavior that usually occurred for the metal-filled ECAs,the percolation threshold was located at the content of 60%FCC-TiB.A minimum value of 0.1 Ω·cm was obtained at a content of 75%FCC-TiB.In order to check the reliability of mechanical property,tensile test was done to measure the shear strength,and the shear strength dropped with increasing the content of FCC-TiB powders.It is about 12.26 MPa at the content of 70%TiB powders.The Cu filled ECAs were also prepared for comparison.The properties of the oxidation resistance of the two ECAs were evaluated.The results show that the ceramic ECAs have excellent oxidation resistance and better stability compared with the Cu filled ECAs.展开更多
文摘This scoping review aimed to explore the nature and structure of Student Counselling and Development Units(SCDUs)in Africa towards a better understanding of the role they play in African Higher Education Institutions(HEIs).A comprehensive literature search of ten years(2015-2025)on five electronic databases was conducted.Titles and abstracts were screened,and full articles examined,resulting in 23 studies meeting the inclusion criteria.Using thematic analysis,five main overarching themes were identified:(i)the scope and focus of services in SCDUs,(ii)multidisciplinary teams,(iii)approaches to service provision,(iv)challenges in providing effective support,and(v)adaptability of SCDUs.These themes highlighted that SCDUs offer a multidimensional range of support services and adopt systems-based frameworks.Moreover,they face significant challenges,including limited resources,poor service utilization,and the need for culturally sensitive practices.Conversely,a major strength is their adaptability of implementing online and blended service delivery models.
文摘Saud Khan,a Pakistani physician,collected his work and residence permits at the Yangpu Government Service Centre in Danzhou City,Hainan Province,on 18 December 2025.Khan had arrived in Hainan three months earlier to participate in a medical training programme at Hainan Western Central Hospital.By the time the programme concluded,he had made up his mind to stay and broaden his professional experience and long-term career prospects in Hainan.
文摘As part of my master’s programme in resource use and environmental science at China Agricultural University,I had the privilege of joining a study trip to the Shiyang River Basin and its surrounding areas from 17 to 21 July 2025.This trip to Gansu Province was organised under the China-Africa Joint Centre for Agricultural Demonstration and Training in Arid Regions programme,an initiative aligned with President Xi Jinping’s call for deeper China-Africa cooperation.
文摘May 5-7,Dubai,United Arab Emirates The ITU Global CyberDrill 2026 (3rd Edition) will be held from May 5 to 7,2026,at the Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC),Expo City Dubai,United Arab Emirates (UAE).This event will take place during GISEC Global 2026 conference and exhibition.The first day will feature a high-level conference for senior government officials and relevant authorities to discuss cybersecurity and digital resilience,and strengthen national coordination and international cooperation.
文摘Located at 217 Queen sthreet in the heart of Singapore,the China Cultural Centre features gray-white walls with subtle cream accents,evoking the timeless charm of taditional Chinese architecture with its classic white walls and gray-tiled roof.Designed by famous singaporean architect Liu Thai Ker,the building blends traditional Chinese cultural elements with moder architectual concepts."From an aesthetic perspective,I believe it is essential to give the structure a moderm edge,Liu said in an interview with Xinhua."Therefore,the design should reflect a contempoary spirit while retaining the essence of Chinese culture."
文摘On July 26,the International Forum on Standardization of Artificial Intelligence was held in Shanghai Expo Center.Guided by the WAIC organizing committee,the forum was hosted by the AIM Global Centre of Excellence(AIM Global CoE),and jointly organized by China Electronics Standardization Institute(CESI),Shanghai Artificial Intelligence Research Institute(SAIRI),and Bank of China Shanghai Branch.Aimed at building a high-end AI dialogue platform for the world to promote international exchange and cooperation,the forum attracted more than 200 vips and representatives from international organizations,governmental departments,universities,research institutes,and industrial leading companies.They held in-depth discussions on topics of technical standards,ethics and governance,and global coordination,and strove to form an AI standardization framework with global consensus.
文摘When China and Singapore exchanged formal handshakes in 1990,few could have imagined that 35 years later,a Data Science undergraduate named Hu Yunxin would be happily counting hawker-centre noodles while memorizing regression formulas along Clementi Road.Yet it is precisely these small,personal stories that breathe life into grand diplomatic milestones.In celebration of the anniversary,I spoke with Yunxin—freshly returned from her first year at the National University of Singapore(NUS)—to discover how the Lion City looks through Chinese eyes.
文摘In 1955,a young woman named Annie Easley heard about jobs at a space center in Ohio.The space centre was looking for“human computers”.This was before most people used computer machines.The space centre wanted people with strong maths skills.Annie was only twenty-two,but she had always been good at maths.So she got the job.In time,the space centre Annie worked at became a part of NASA,which sends people into space.
文摘The Royal Tropical Institute (KIT) in Amsterdam is an independent centre of knowledge and expertise in the areas of international and intercultural cooperation, operating at the interface between theory and practice and between policy and implementation. The Institute contributes to sustainable development, poverty alleviation and cultural preservation and exchange.
文摘The Royal Tropical Institute(KIT)in Amsterdam is an independent centre of knowledge and expertise in the areas of international and intercultural cooperation,operating at the interface between theory and practice and between policy and implementation.The Institute contributes to sustainable development,poverty alleviation and cultural preservation and exchange.
文摘As part of its longstanding commitment to advancing cultural exchange between China and Singapore,Bank of China Singapore Branch is supporting a major cultural initiative-the exhibition“Journeys through Mountains and Rivers in Ming and Qing Painting”presented by the China Culture Centre in Singapore from November 1,2025,to January 18,2026.
文摘Achieving universal eye health remains a global challenge,particularly in low-and middle-income countries where visual impairment and blindness are prevalent.While advances in tertiary eye care have improved outcomes,access to primary eye care(PEC)continues to be inadequate in rural and underserved regions.This gap necessitates innovative,scalable models that provide accessible,affordable,and comprehensive eye care.The Vision Centre(VC)model,pioneered by the Aravind Eye Care System(AECS),exemplifies a sustainable approach to delivering PEC.Designed as permanent facilities in rural communities,VCs are equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and staffed by trained allied ophthalmic personnel.The integration of teleophthalmology,electronic medical records,and artificial intelligence enhances the model’s capacity to address complex conditions like diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma.VCs have demonstrated significant impact in improving accessibility,reducing financial burdens,and increasing utilization of eye care services.In the fiscal year 2023-2024,AECS VCs recorded nearly one million outpatient visits,achieving a 25%population coverage rate and generating substantial cost savings of ₹647 million(US$7.8 million)for patients.The model's success is underpinned by community engagement,a focus on operational excellence,and a robust referral system to tertiary hospitals.This review explores the evolution,implementation,and impact of the AECS VC model,emphasizing its alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals and Universal Health Coverage.By addressing accessibility and affordability,the VC model serves as a scalable template for primary eye care delivery in resource-limited settings globally.
文摘Valentyna Klymiuk is more than a wheat expert-she brings two PhDs,rich global research experience and a strong focus on pushing genetic limits.As the new Applied Genomics and Pre‑breeding Chair at the University of Saskatchewan,she speeds up the creation of wheat varieties that handle climate changes well and grow better.Supported by Sask Wheat and based at the university's Crop Development Centre(CDC),this role is not only about studies but also about turning advanced genetics into tools farmers can really use.
文摘On 5 March,2025,the"Spring Blossoms"ASEAN-China Lady Cultural Gathering was held at the White Pagoda Academy in Beijing.The event was co-hosted by the ASEAN-China Centre and the Beijing People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries.
文摘On February 6,2025,Branko Balon,President of the Croatia-China Friendship Association for Cultural,Scientific and Economic Cooperation and Professor at the VSITE College of Information Technology in Zagreb.
文摘All-solid-state lithium ion batteries(ASSLIBs)have attracted much attention due to their high safety and increased energy density,which have become a substitute to conventional liquid electrolyte batteries[1].The development of high-performance solid electrolyte is the key to the development of solid-state battery technology.Solid-state electrolyte(SSE)materials should have high ionic conductivity,poor electronic conductivity,wide electrochemical window,and low electrode and electrolyte interface resistance.
文摘基于福建省冬半年沿海和港湾岛屿自动站的逐时极大风观测资料和WRF（Weather Research and Forecast）、EC（European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts）细网格以及T639（TL639L60）三种模式预报的10 m风场资料，将模式预报的风向风速与观测资料进行对比检验，结果表明：福建省沿海冬半年大风的盛行风向以东北风为主，大风的时空分布极为不均，沿海风力的脉动性、跳跃性、局地性突出。从三种模式对风速风向的模拟效果来看， WRF和EC细网格的预报效果较好，有可参考性， T639可参考性不高。对于风速，模式预报结果相比实况极大风速偏小，港湾岛屿代表站风速的平均绝对误差均小于沿海代表站，预报平均误差由沿海向内陆逐渐减小，由中部向南北逐渐减小。风向相比风速的预报效果要差， WRF和EC细网格的风向预报误差在45°-50°，有一定的参考意义；港湾岛屿代表站风向的平均绝对误差大于沿海代表站，以浮标站的误差最大。当观测风速出现7级及以上风速时，若对大风进行分级检验，则较低风速的预报平均绝对误差小于较高风速；风向预报的平均绝对误差也大大降低，且误差都在45°以内，具有良好的参考性。
文摘通过介绍Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre NICU的护理管理和工作制度、医院感染预防、病房布局、护理业务培训和对早产儿发育的护理等内容,为我国NICU护理工作开展提供借鉴。提出我国应该加强根据国内外的最新护理进展情况规范NICU护士专科知识教材和培训方法;合理布局NICU,以改善病房环境和预防医院感染;合理安排治疗和护理时间,尽量减少对早产儿的干扰,促进其发育;鼓励父母参与患儿的护理。
基金Project (51172088) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China
文摘Face centred cubic（FCC） TiB ceramic powder synthesized by Ti-boronizing method was used as conductive filler to make ceramic electrically conductive adhesives（ECAs） with the polymer matrix.Electrically conductive properties of the ceramic ECAs were studied.The bulk electrical resistivity varied with the powder content of the FCC-TiB in ECAs.The FCC-TiB filled ECAs also showed the percolation behavior that usually occurred for the metal-filled ECAs,the percolation threshold was located at the content of 60%FCC-TiB.A minimum value of 0.1 Ω·cm was obtained at a content of 75%FCC-TiB.In order to check the reliability of mechanical property,tensile test was done to measure the shear strength,and the shear strength dropped with increasing the content of FCC-TiB powders.It is about 12.26 MPa at the content of 70%TiB powders.The Cu filled ECAs were also prepared for comparison.The properties of the oxidation resistance of the two ECAs were evaluated.The results show that the ceramic ECAs have excellent oxidation resistance and better stability compared with the Cu filled ECAs.
