As a specific region most abundant in bamboo species and their natural forests i n the world, China's Yunnan Province harbors over 250 bamboo species belongin g to 28 genera in its 331 000?hm\+2 of bamboo fore...As a specific region most abundant in bamboo species and their natural forests i n the world, China's Yunnan Province harbors over 250 bamboo species belongin g to 28 genera in its 331 000?hm\+2 of bamboo forests,thus forming a unique macro\| ba ckground of its ecotourist landscape resources.Not only is it acknowledged as on e of the original places and modern distribution centers of bamboo by scientists ,but it is a region with diverse ethnical and bamboo cultures nurtured out of th e peculiar ethnical customs and wide bamboo utilization of its 26 nationalities. Based on the analyses of the ornamental bamboo and its value in landscape resour ces,5 aesthetic characteristics are microscopically and morphologically approach ed as a material base of the formation of bamboo culture.By reexamining the macr o\|background of the specific natural and humanity landscape,4 categories are de scribed as fundamental macro\|landscape resources of Yunnan's bamboo culture eco tourism.After researching the ethnical ecological ethics and cultural symbolism, 3 typical ethnical traditions are summarized as traditional ecological awareness ,and 3 cultural features of bamboo are revealed as essence of ethnical bamboo cu lture preserved in Yunnan.Borrowing some theories from the new economic developm ent,innovation and successful ecotourist management experience at home and abroa d with wide academic vision,the authors have synthetically studied the substanti al,conceptual and symbolic landscapes in a broad field involving bamboo science, ethnology,ecology,ecoeconomics and tourist management.A preliminary theory of e thnical bamboo culture is thus constructed,and its peculiarities are briefly dis cussed while the correlation between ethnical bamboo culture and the natural res ources,other cultures as well as ecotourist development are systematically analy zed to lay a solid theoretical foundation and reliable scientific basis for ecoe conomy\|oriented forestry,cultural economics and ecotourist practice.Accordingly ,3 primary strategies and certain related principles are suggested for the susta inable development of ecotourism in Yunnan via effective protection and rational exploitation of abundant natural landscape resources and colorful humanity land scape resources including ethnical bamboo culture.展开更多
Here,each object from the three mysterious ancient kingdoms of the Dian,the Nanzhao,and the Dali tells the stories of a glorious past,and showcases the deep-rooted multi-ethnic culture of China.THE land of present-day...Here,each object from the three mysterious ancient kingdoms of the Dian,the Nanzhao,and the Dali tells the stories of a glorious past,and showcases the deep-rooted multi-ethnic culture of China.THE land of present-day Yunnan Province,known for year-round warm climate and breathtaking natural beauty,is the cradle of human civilization in southeast China,leaving an abundance of historical and cultural legacies.More than a thousand years ago,the mysterious ancient Dian Kingdom flourished here;centuries later came the Nanzhao and Dali kingdoms.展开更多
This study examines the mediating role of positive psychological capital and the moderating role of ethnicity in the relationship between mindfulness and internalizing/externalizing problems among adolescents.The stud...This study examines the mediating role of positive psychological capital and the moderating role of ethnicity in the relationship between mindfulness and internalizing/externalizing problems among adolescents.The study sample comprized Chinese adolescents(N=637 ethnic minority;females=40.97%,meam age=12.68,SD=0.49 years;N=636 Han;females=49.06%,mean age=12.71,SD=0.47 years).The participants completed the Child and Adolescent Mindfulness Measure,the Positive Psycap Questionnaire,and the Youth Self-Report.Results from the moderated mediation analysis showed mindfulness was negatively associated with both internalizing and externalizing problems.Ethnicity moderated the relationship between mindfulness and internalizing problems to be stronger for Han adolescents compared to ethnic minority adolescents.Psychological capital mediated the relationship between mindfulness and internalizing problems in both groups,with a negative direction.Findings support the Conservation of Resources theory and highlight mindfulness as a personal resource fostering adolescent well-being in multicultural contexts.展开更多
At the Ningxia Museum,visitors can dive into the history of the mysterious Western Xia Dynasty,as well as cultural and ethnic exchanges that occured along the ancient Silk Road centuries ago.THE area of present-day Ni...At the Ningxia Museum,visitors can dive into the history of the mysterious Western Xia Dynasty,as well as cultural and ethnic exchanges that occured along the ancient Silk Road centuries ago.THE area of present-day Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region in northwest China was a vital corridor of the ancient Silk Road.Around a thousand years ago,Yuan Hao,leader of the Tangut people,established the Western Xia(also known as Xixia)Dynasty(1038-1227)on this land,which coexisted with the Song,Liao,and Jin dynasties across China for nearly 200 years.展开更多
Inside the exhibition hall of the 2025 Osaka World Expo in Japan,crowds gathered before a cloisonne enamel painting titled The Pomegranate of Ethnic Unity.The pomegranate,outlined with gold filigree,appears full and r...Inside the exhibition hall of the 2025 Osaka World Expo in Japan,crowds gathered before a cloisonne enamel painting titled The Pomegranate of Ethnic Unity.The pomegranate,outlined with gold filigree,appears full and ripe;Tibetan auspicious motifs intertwine with Han-style cloud patterns,and the enamel glaze reflects brilliant colors under the lights.Created by teachers and students from Nyingchi Vocational and Technical School(hereafter“Nyingchi Vocational School”),this artwork not only drew admiration from countless visitors but also became a“silent envoy”of dialogue between Tibetan culture and the world.展开更多
THE Torch Festival is the most significant and grandest celebration for all Yi communities across China’s Yunnan,Guizhou,and Sichuan provinces,with a history spanning over a thousand years.It reflects the Yi people’...THE Torch Festival is the most significant and grandest celebration for all Yi communities across China’s Yunnan,Guizhou,and Sichuan provinces,with a history spanning over a thousand years.It reflects the Yi people’s long-standing reverence for fire.Originating from the Yi ancestors’worship of fire,the festival was intended to drive away pests and evil spirits,protect crops,and represent prayers for a bountiful harvest.展开更多
Hi Kazak Autonomous Prefecture is situated in the northwestern region of Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.Ili not only boasts beautiful natural landscapes,such as colorful oceans of flowers,vast ...Hi Kazak Autonomous Prefecture is situated in the northwestern region of Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.Ili not only boasts beautiful natural landscapes,such as colorful oceans of flowers,vast grasslands,and lofty snow mountains,it is also known for its profound historical and cultural heritage。展开更多
The Practice of Regional Ethnic Autonomy System in Xizang Author:Li Decheng.This book focuses on the great practice of the regional ethnic autonomy system in Xizang over the past 60 years,offering an in-depth explorat...The Practice of Regional Ethnic Autonomy System in Xizang Author:Li Decheng.This book focuses on the great practice of the regional ethnic autonomy system in Xizang over the past 60 years,offering an in-depth exploration of the contemporary innovations in the theory of ethnic relations with Chinese characteristics.展开更多
MADAGASCAR Colonial-Era Relics Reclaimed Madagascar has officially received colonial-era relics from France,marking a historic moment of remembrance and reconciliation.At a ceremony in Antananarivo on 2 September,thre...MADAGASCAR Colonial-Era Relics Reclaimed Madagascar has officially received colonial-era relics from France,marking a historic moment of remembrance and reconciliation.At a ceremony in Antananarivo on 2 September,three skulls of the Sakalava ethnic group were welcomed home after 128 years in France.One skull is believed to belong to King Toera.展开更多
KING Gesar is an epic that is circulated among the Tibetan,Tu and Mongolian ethnic groups living in the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau and surrounding regions.This folk literary work recounts the heroic deeds of the ancient T...KING Gesar is an epic that is circulated among the Tibetan,Tu and Mongolian ethnic groups living in the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau and surrounding regions.This folk literary work recounts the heroic deeds of the ancient Tibetan hero King Gesar,who fearlessly led his armies through numerous battles and brought peace and prosperity to his people.展开更多
The cultivation of innovative talents has become the primary objective of talent development in colleges and universities and is also essential for the personal development of master's degree students.Ethnic medic...The cultivation of innovative talents has become the primary objective of talent development in colleges and universities and is also essential for the personal development of master's degree students.Ethnic medicine,a key discipline at Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine,aims to cultivate high-level master's degree talents who possess comprehensive qualities,strong innovative capabilities,and distinctive characteristics of Zhuang medicine.This program is designed to better serve the local economic development and social needs of Guangxi,thereby promoting the substantive advancement of higher education within traditional medical institutions.展开更多
Time has passed by,and this year marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the Xizang Autonomous Region.Over the past six decades,the system of regional ethnic autonomy has been successfully implemented.The f...Time has passed by,and this year marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the Xizang Autonomous Region.Over the past six decades,the system of regional ethnic autonomy has been successfully implemented.The freedom of religious belief has been fully respected and guaranteed.展开更多
At 4 pm,the first cinema in the Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County in Kashi Prefecture opened at the appointed time.The manager,He Xinyu,was prepared to welcome local filmgoers from various ethnic groups.Manager He can...At 4 pm,the first cinema in the Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County in Kashi Prefecture opened at the appointed time.The manager,He Xinyu,was prepared to welcome local filmgoers from various ethnic groups.Manager He can feel that for local residents,the cinema is more than a venue for entertainment-it is a space for connections and inspiration.“The cinema and these screening films,which screen simultaneously with those in other places,offer local residents a sense of belonging to a larger world and a fresh feeling of appreciating cultural products,which means a lot,”said He.展开更多
BACKGROUND Regulatory agencies are increasingly recognizing that minority trial repres-entation is inadequate,contributing to healthcare disparities.The scope of min-ority population disparities in clinical trial part...BACKGROUND Regulatory agencies are increasingly recognizing that minority trial repres-entation is inadequate,contributing to healthcare disparities.The scope of min-ority population disparities in clinical trial participation remains unclear,as previous studies have compiled enrollment data from published trials,which AIM To evaluate sex,racial and ethnic inequities in liver transplantation(LT)trials participation in the United States.METHODS We used data from completed United States liver transplant clinical trials registered and reported on the National Institute of Health(NIH)website(clincaltrials.gov).Demographic data,including race,ethnicity,sex,and age were collected.To make inferences to a larger population,95%CIs were computed for estimates in each demographic group using the Wilson method for binomial proportions.We also computed the simultaneous 95%CIs by applying a Bonferroni correction to reflect the multinomial distribution of race proportions.The numbers and percentages of racial/ethnic minority and female individuals compared with United States census data from 2010 and 2018.Secondary outcome measures were inclusion by trial funding source and year of completion.RESULTS A total of 69 United States based clinical trials involving 6990 participants were included in the analysis.Of these,35 trials(51%)were randomized,and 26(38%)were conducted across multiple United States regions.All trials reported sex,while 42(61%)reported race and 27(39%)reported ethnicity.Compared to United States census data,Asian individuals were overrepresented(9.3%;95%CI:8.1%-10.5%),whereas African American(7.8%;95%CI:6.7%-8.9%)and American Indian or Alaska Native individuals(0.4%;95%CI:0.1%-0.6%)were underrepresented.The proportion of White participants(75.9%;95%CI:74.1%-77.7%)was consistent with census estimates.Hispanic participants were underrepresented(13.3%;95%CI:12.2%-14.5%)regardless of the census year referenced.In industry-sponsored trials,Asian representation was three times higher than in the general population(15%).NIH funded trials showed overrepresentation of White participants(83.8%)and underrepresentation of Black participants(4.1%)relative to census data.Women comprised 31.1%of all participants(95%CI:30.0%-32.2%),in-dicating underrepresentation.Among trials that reported racial data,62(90%)did not include participants of American Indian or Alaska Native,Native Hawaiian,or Pacific Islander descent.CONCLUSION Our analysis indicates that women,African Americans,and Hispanic individuals are underrepresented in LT clinical trials compared to the general United States population.These results highlight the need for regulatory initiatives aimed at enhancing the inclusion of historically marginalized racial and ethnic groups in clinical re-search.展开更多
In contemporary China,nationalism under Xi Jinping operates through a dual mechanism that integrates domestic identity engineering with outward-facing narratives of moral leadership.This article argues that the Chines...In contemporary China,nationalism under Xi Jinping operates through a dual mechanism that integrates domestic identity engineering with outward-facing narratives of moral leadership.This article argues that the Chinese Communist Party(CCP)’s shift from describing China as a“unified multiethnic state”to promoting a“united community of the Chinese nation”(中华民族共同体)(China Daily,2017)marks a decisive ideological turn that normalizes assimilationist governance and reshapes the cultural and religious life of minority regions.Based on discourse analysis of Xi Jinping’s speeches,official policy documents,and ethnographic fieldwork conducted in Xinjiang in 2024,the study shows how this ideological shift produces a museumized multiculturalism that narrows space for ethnic autonomy and diversity.At the same time,China amplifies a peacebuilding discourse-particularly in its engagement with the Russo-Ukrainian war and conflicts in the Middle East-to present itself as a responsible global actor.The findings reveal three interlocking dynamics:First,cultural homogenization remains central to the Party’s long-term stability strategy;second,China’s civilizational rhetoric resonates most strongly where material partnerships outweigh normative concerns;and third,the contrast between domestic coercion and external reassurance functions not as a contradiction,but as a coherent political pattern.These dynamics show how nationalist ideology,cultural governance,and foreign-policy messaging form an integrated project that expands China’s influence while exposing the limits of its moral legitimacy.展开更多
BACKGROUND Septic shock,the most severe form of sepsis,remains a major global health challenge with high mortality.The coronavirus disease 2019(COVID-19)pandemic has exacerbated this burden,as severe acute respiratory...BACKGROUND Septic shock,the most severe form of sepsis,remains a major global health challenge with high mortality.The coronavirus disease 2019(COVID-19)pandemic has exacerbated this burden,as severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 infection often leads to sepsis and septic shock.Racial and ethnic differences in critical illness outcomes are well-documented,but their impact on COVID-19 associated septic shock remains unclear.AIM To examine epidemiologic data to explore racial and ethnic differences in outcomes in COVID-19 associated septic shock.METHODS Using the National Inpatient Sample(2020–2021),we conducted a retrospective cohort study to assess racial and ethnic disparities in septic shock outcomes among adults(≥18 years)with concurrent COVID-19.Primary and secondary outcomes included in-hospital mortality,acute kidney injury(AKI),AKI requiring dialysis,and mechanical ventilation.Adjusted multivariable logistic regression accounted for demographics,comorbidities,hospital characteristics,and inhospital events.RESULTS Among 396795 weighted hospitalizations,Non-Hispanic Black(NHB)(25.3%)and Hispanic(30.4%)populations were younger and had greater comorbidity burdens than Non-Hispanic White(NHW)patients.Compared to NHW,adjusted analyses showed higher in-hospital mortality[adjusted odds ratio(aOR)=1.21,95%CI:1.15-1.27],mechanical ventilation use(aOR=1.19,95%CI:1.12-1.27)and AKI requiring dialysis(aOR=1.16,95%CI:1.07-1.25,P<0.001)among Hispanic patients.NHB patients had similar mortality to NHWs but had higher risk of mechanical ventilation(aOR=1.15,95%CI:1.09-1.22)and AKI requiring dialysis(aOR=1.65,95%CI:1.54-1.76).Mean length of stay and cost were longest and highest for Hispanic patients.CONCLUSION Our study showed that there was higher mortality in Hispanic patients,and higher renal and respiratory complication in both NHB and Hispanic groups compared to NHW group.Future research identifying the causes of the observed differences in complications are required to inform targeted strategies that may mitigate modifiable risk factors and optimize early detection of organ failure to optimize outcomes in this population.展开更多
The achievements which China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region has made over the past seven decades demonstrate that the system of regional ethnic autonomy is a distinctive advantage of socialism with Chinese charac...The achievements which China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region has made over the past seven decades demonstrate that the system of regional ethnic autonomy is a distinctive advantage of socialism with Chinese characteristics.展开更多
A site showcasing the rich history and diverse grassland cultures in north China.LOCATED in north China,the area of the present-day Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region–stretching over 2,400 kilometers east to west and 1...A site showcasing the rich history and diverse grassland cultures in north China.LOCATED in north China,the area of the present-day Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region–stretching over 2,400 kilometers east to west and 1,700 kilometers north to south-has been home to various ethnic groups throughout history.展开更多
BACKGROUND Sepsis and septic shock pose critical public health challenges with high mortality,particularly in critical care.While racial differences in sepsis incidence are documented,the impact of race on sepsis outc...BACKGROUND Sepsis and septic shock pose critical public health challenges with high mortality,particularly in critical care.While racial differences in sepsis incidence are documented,the impact of race on sepsis outcomes remains inconsistent.AIM To evaluate racial disparities in clinical outcomes among patients hospitalized with septic shock,focusing on in-hospital mortality,length of stay(LOS),and hospitalization costs.METHODS We conducted a retrospective cohort study using the National Inpatient Sample database from 2016 to 2021.Patients diagnosed with septic shock were identified using ICD-10 code R65.21.The primary outcome was in-hospital mortality;secondary outcomes included trends in septic shock hospitalizations,mortality,length of stay,and cost of hospitalizations.RESULTS Among 3581504 hospitalizations for septic shock,the racial distribution was 67%Non-Hispanic White(NHW),15%Non-Hispanic Black(NHB),11%Hispanic,and 7%other groups,with a mean age of 66.3 years.In-hospital mortality was 33.6%,highest among other racial groups(36.7%).Mortality was stable across racial groups from 2016-2019 but rose sharply in 2020-2021,especially among Hispanic patients.Adjusted in-hospital mortality were higher for NHB and Hispanic compared to NHW patients.NHB patients had the longest LOS,while other racial groups incurred the highest cost of hospitalizations.CONCLUSION We found higher mortality among NHB,Hispanic,and other racial groups in septic shock patients,likely driven by higher risk of in-hospital complications among these racial groups.This highlights the need for future research to identify the factors contributing to the adverse outcomes in these populations.展开更多
In recent years,under the backdrop of the Belt and Road Initiative and China-ASEAN cooperation,the international dissemination of Zhuang Medicine has gained preliminary achievements.However,it still faces many challen...In recent years,under the backdrop of the Belt and Road Initiative and China-ASEAN cooperation,the international dissemination of Zhuang Medicine has gained preliminary achievements.However,it still faces many challenges,such as the significant theoretical differences,the shortage of relevant professional talents,and the lag in digital development.Through an analysis of early breakthroughs,achievements,and existing challenges in the international dissemination of Zhuang Medicine,this study proposes targeted recommendations.It aims to provide practical references for promoting Zhuang Medicine culture globally and to advance its contribution to global health.展开更多
文摘As a specific region most abundant in bamboo species and their natural forests i n the world, China's Yunnan Province harbors over 250 bamboo species belongin g to 28 genera in its 331 000?hm\+2 of bamboo forests,thus forming a unique macro\| ba ckground of its ecotourist landscape resources.Not only is it acknowledged as on e of the original places and modern distribution centers of bamboo by scientists ,but it is a region with diverse ethnical and bamboo cultures nurtured out of th e peculiar ethnical customs and wide bamboo utilization of its 26 nationalities. Based on the analyses of the ornamental bamboo and its value in landscape resour ces,5 aesthetic characteristics are microscopically and morphologically approach ed as a material base of the formation of bamboo culture.By reexamining the macr o\|background of the specific natural and humanity landscape,4 categories are de scribed as fundamental macro\|landscape resources of Yunnan's bamboo culture eco tourism.After researching the ethnical ecological ethics and cultural symbolism, 3 typical ethnical traditions are summarized as traditional ecological awareness ,and 3 cultural features of bamboo are revealed as essence of ethnical bamboo cu lture preserved in Yunnan.Borrowing some theories from the new economic developm ent,innovation and successful ecotourist management experience at home and abroa d with wide academic vision,the authors have synthetically studied the substanti al,conceptual and symbolic landscapes in a broad field involving bamboo science, ethnology,ecology,ecoeconomics and tourist management.A preliminary theory of e thnical bamboo culture is thus constructed,and its peculiarities are briefly dis cussed while the correlation between ethnical bamboo culture and the natural res ources,other cultures as well as ecotourist development are systematically analy zed to lay a solid theoretical foundation and reliable scientific basis for ecoe conomy\|oriented forestry,cultural economics and ecotourist practice.Accordingly ,3 primary strategies and certain related principles are suggested for the susta inable development of ecotourism in Yunnan via effective protection and rational exploitation of abundant natural landscape resources and colorful humanity land scape resources including ethnical bamboo culture.
文摘Here,each object from the three mysterious ancient kingdoms of the Dian,the Nanzhao,and the Dali tells the stories of a glorious past,and showcases the deep-rooted multi-ethnic culture of China.THE land of present-day Yunnan Province,known for year-round warm climate and breathtaking natural beauty,is the cradle of human civilization in southeast China,leaving an abundance of historical and cultural legacies.More than a thousand years ago,the mysterious ancient Dian Kingdom flourished here;centuries later came the Nanzhao and Dali kingdoms.
基金supported by the Guizhou Provincial Science and Technology Projects[Basic Science of Guizhou-[2024]Youth 309,Guizhou Platform Talents[2021]1350-046]Zunyi Science and Technology Cooperation[HZ(2024)311]+3 种基金Funding of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences(2024SYZH005)Peking University Longitudinal Scientific Research Technical Service Project(G-252)Guizhou Provincial Graduate Student Research Fund Project(2024YJSKYJJ339)Zunyi Medical University Graduate Research Fund Project(ZYK206).
文摘This study examines the mediating role of positive psychological capital and the moderating role of ethnicity in the relationship between mindfulness and internalizing/externalizing problems among adolescents.The study sample comprized Chinese adolescents(N=637 ethnic minority;females=40.97%,meam age=12.68,SD=0.49 years;N=636 Han;females=49.06%,mean age=12.71,SD=0.47 years).The participants completed the Child and Adolescent Mindfulness Measure,the Positive Psycap Questionnaire,and the Youth Self-Report.Results from the moderated mediation analysis showed mindfulness was negatively associated with both internalizing and externalizing problems.Ethnicity moderated the relationship between mindfulness and internalizing problems to be stronger for Han adolescents compared to ethnic minority adolescents.Psychological capital mediated the relationship between mindfulness and internalizing problems in both groups,with a negative direction.Findings support the Conservation of Resources theory and highlight mindfulness as a personal resource fostering adolescent well-being in multicultural contexts.
文摘At the Ningxia Museum,visitors can dive into the history of the mysterious Western Xia Dynasty,as well as cultural and ethnic exchanges that occured along the ancient Silk Road centuries ago.THE area of present-day Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region in northwest China was a vital corridor of the ancient Silk Road.Around a thousand years ago,Yuan Hao,leader of the Tangut people,established the Western Xia(also known as Xixia)Dynasty(1038-1227)on this land,which coexisted with the Song,Liao,and Jin dynasties across China for nearly 200 years.
文摘Inside the exhibition hall of the 2025 Osaka World Expo in Japan,crowds gathered before a cloisonne enamel painting titled The Pomegranate of Ethnic Unity.The pomegranate,outlined with gold filigree,appears full and ripe;Tibetan auspicious motifs intertwine with Han-style cloud patterns,and the enamel glaze reflects brilliant colors under the lights.Created by teachers and students from Nyingchi Vocational and Technical School(hereafter“Nyingchi Vocational School”),this artwork not only drew admiration from countless visitors but also became a“silent envoy”of dialogue between Tibetan culture and the world.
文摘THE Torch Festival is the most significant and grandest celebration for all Yi communities across China’s Yunnan,Guizhou,and Sichuan provinces,with a history spanning over a thousand years.It reflects the Yi people’s long-standing reverence for fire.Originating from the Yi ancestors’worship of fire,the festival was intended to drive away pests and evil spirits,protect crops,and represent prayers for a bountiful harvest.
文摘Hi Kazak Autonomous Prefecture is situated in the northwestern region of Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region.Ili not only boasts beautiful natural landscapes,such as colorful oceans of flowers,vast grasslands,and lofty snow mountains,it is also known for its profound historical and cultural heritage。
文摘The Practice of Regional Ethnic Autonomy System in Xizang Author:Li Decheng.This book focuses on the great practice of the regional ethnic autonomy system in Xizang over the past 60 years,offering an in-depth exploration of the contemporary innovations in the theory of ethnic relations with Chinese characteristics.
文摘MADAGASCAR Colonial-Era Relics Reclaimed Madagascar has officially received colonial-era relics from France,marking a historic moment of remembrance and reconciliation.At a ceremony in Antananarivo on 2 September,three skulls of the Sakalava ethnic group were welcomed home after 128 years in France.One skull is believed to belong to King Toera.
文摘KING Gesar is an epic that is circulated among the Tibetan,Tu and Mongolian ethnic groups living in the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau and surrounding regions.This folk literary work recounts the heroic deeds of the ancient Tibetan hero King Gesar,who fearlessly led his armies through numerous battles and brought peace and prosperity to his people.
基金Supported by Innovation Project of Guangxi Graduate Education of Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine(YJSJG201602)Special Project on Innovation and Entrepreneurship Education in Colleges and Universities under the"14 th Five-Year Plan"of Guangxi Education Science(2022ZJY2965).
文摘The cultivation of innovative talents has become the primary objective of talent development in colleges and universities and is also essential for the personal development of master's degree students.Ethnic medicine,a key discipline at Guangxi University of Chinese Medicine,aims to cultivate high-level master's degree talents who possess comprehensive qualities,strong innovative capabilities,and distinctive characteristics of Zhuang medicine.This program is designed to better serve the local economic development and social needs of Guangxi,thereby promoting the substantive advancement of higher education within traditional medical institutions.
文摘Time has passed by,and this year marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of the Xizang Autonomous Region.Over the past six decades,the system of regional ethnic autonomy has been successfully implemented.The freedom of religious belief has been fully respected and guaranteed.
文摘At 4 pm,the first cinema in the Taxkorgan Tajik Autonomous County in Kashi Prefecture opened at the appointed time.The manager,He Xinyu,was prepared to welcome local filmgoers from various ethnic groups.Manager He can feel that for local residents,the cinema is more than a venue for entertainment-it is a space for connections and inspiration.“The cinema and these screening films,which screen simultaneously with those in other places,offer local residents a sense of belonging to a larger world and a fresh feeling of appreciating cultural products,which means a lot,”said He.
文摘BACKGROUND Regulatory agencies are increasingly recognizing that minority trial repres-entation is inadequate,contributing to healthcare disparities.The scope of min-ority population disparities in clinical trial participation remains unclear,as previous studies have compiled enrollment data from published trials,which AIM To evaluate sex,racial and ethnic inequities in liver transplantation(LT)trials participation in the United States.METHODS We used data from completed United States liver transplant clinical trials registered and reported on the National Institute of Health(NIH)website(clincaltrials.gov).Demographic data,including race,ethnicity,sex,and age were collected.To make inferences to a larger population,95%CIs were computed for estimates in each demographic group using the Wilson method for binomial proportions.We also computed the simultaneous 95%CIs by applying a Bonferroni correction to reflect the multinomial distribution of race proportions.The numbers and percentages of racial/ethnic minority and female individuals compared with United States census data from 2010 and 2018.Secondary outcome measures were inclusion by trial funding source and year of completion.RESULTS A total of 69 United States based clinical trials involving 6990 participants were included in the analysis.Of these,35 trials(51%)were randomized,and 26(38%)were conducted across multiple United States regions.All trials reported sex,while 42(61%)reported race and 27(39%)reported ethnicity.Compared to United States census data,Asian individuals were overrepresented(9.3%;95%CI:8.1%-10.5%),whereas African American(7.8%;95%CI:6.7%-8.9%)and American Indian or Alaska Native individuals(0.4%;95%CI:0.1%-0.6%)were underrepresented.The proportion of White participants(75.9%;95%CI:74.1%-77.7%)was consistent with census estimates.Hispanic participants were underrepresented(13.3%;95%CI:12.2%-14.5%)regardless of the census year referenced.In industry-sponsored trials,Asian representation was three times higher than in the general population(15%).NIH funded trials showed overrepresentation of White participants(83.8%)and underrepresentation of Black participants(4.1%)relative to census data.Women comprised 31.1%of all participants(95%CI:30.0%-32.2%),in-dicating underrepresentation.Among trials that reported racial data,62(90%)did not include participants of American Indian or Alaska Native,Native Hawaiian,or Pacific Islander descent.CONCLUSION Our analysis indicates that women,African Americans,and Hispanic individuals are underrepresented in LT clinical trials compared to the general United States population.These results highlight the need for regulatory initiatives aimed at enhancing the inclusion of historically marginalized racial and ethnic groups in clinical re-search.
文摘In contemporary China,nationalism under Xi Jinping operates through a dual mechanism that integrates domestic identity engineering with outward-facing narratives of moral leadership.This article argues that the Chinese Communist Party(CCP)’s shift from describing China as a“unified multiethnic state”to promoting a“united community of the Chinese nation”(中华民族共同体)(China Daily,2017)marks a decisive ideological turn that normalizes assimilationist governance and reshapes the cultural and religious life of minority regions.Based on discourse analysis of Xi Jinping’s speeches,official policy documents,and ethnographic fieldwork conducted in Xinjiang in 2024,the study shows how this ideological shift produces a museumized multiculturalism that narrows space for ethnic autonomy and diversity.At the same time,China amplifies a peacebuilding discourse-particularly in its engagement with the Russo-Ukrainian war and conflicts in the Middle East-to present itself as a responsible global actor.The findings reveal three interlocking dynamics:First,cultural homogenization remains central to the Party’s long-term stability strategy;second,China’s civilizational rhetoric resonates most strongly where material partnerships outweigh normative concerns;and third,the contrast between domestic coercion and external reassurance functions not as a contradiction,but as a coherent political pattern.These dynamics show how nationalist ideology,cultural governance,and foreign-policy messaging form an integrated project that expands China’s influence while exposing the limits of its moral legitimacy.
文摘BACKGROUND Septic shock,the most severe form of sepsis,remains a major global health challenge with high mortality.The coronavirus disease 2019(COVID-19)pandemic has exacerbated this burden,as severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 infection often leads to sepsis and septic shock.Racial and ethnic differences in critical illness outcomes are well-documented,but their impact on COVID-19 associated septic shock remains unclear.AIM To examine epidemiologic data to explore racial and ethnic differences in outcomes in COVID-19 associated septic shock.METHODS Using the National Inpatient Sample(2020–2021),we conducted a retrospective cohort study to assess racial and ethnic disparities in septic shock outcomes among adults(≥18 years)with concurrent COVID-19.Primary and secondary outcomes included in-hospital mortality,acute kidney injury(AKI),AKI requiring dialysis,and mechanical ventilation.Adjusted multivariable logistic regression accounted for demographics,comorbidities,hospital characteristics,and inhospital events.RESULTS Among 396795 weighted hospitalizations,Non-Hispanic Black(NHB)(25.3%)and Hispanic(30.4%)populations were younger and had greater comorbidity burdens than Non-Hispanic White(NHW)patients.Compared to NHW,adjusted analyses showed higher in-hospital mortality[adjusted odds ratio(aOR)=1.21,95%CI:1.15-1.27],mechanical ventilation use(aOR=1.19,95%CI:1.12-1.27)and AKI requiring dialysis(aOR=1.16,95%CI:1.07-1.25,P<0.001)among Hispanic patients.NHB patients had similar mortality to NHWs but had higher risk of mechanical ventilation(aOR=1.15,95%CI:1.09-1.22)and AKI requiring dialysis(aOR=1.65,95%CI:1.54-1.76).Mean length of stay and cost were longest and highest for Hispanic patients.CONCLUSION Our study showed that there was higher mortality in Hispanic patients,and higher renal and respiratory complication in both NHB and Hispanic groups compared to NHW group.Future research identifying the causes of the observed differences in complications are required to inform targeted strategies that may mitigate modifiable risk factors and optimize early detection of organ failure to optimize outcomes in this population.
文摘The achievements which China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region has made over the past seven decades demonstrate that the system of regional ethnic autonomy is a distinctive advantage of socialism with Chinese characteristics.
文摘A site showcasing the rich history and diverse grassland cultures in north China.LOCATED in north China,the area of the present-day Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region–stretching over 2,400 kilometers east to west and 1,700 kilometers north to south-has been home to various ethnic groups throughout history.
文摘BACKGROUND Sepsis and septic shock pose critical public health challenges with high mortality,particularly in critical care.While racial differences in sepsis incidence are documented,the impact of race on sepsis outcomes remains inconsistent.AIM To evaluate racial disparities in clinical outcomes among patients hospitalized with septic shock,focusing on in-hospital mortality,length of stay(LOS),and hospitalization costs.METHODS We conducted a retrospective cohort study using the National Inpatient Sample database from 2016 to 2021.Patients diagnosed with septic shock were identified using ICD-10 code R65.21.The primary outcome was in-hospital mortality;secondary outcomes included trends in septic shock hospitalizations,mortality,length of stay,and cost of hospitalizations.RESULTS Among 3581504 hospitalizations for septic shock,the racial distribution was 67%Non-Hispanic White(NHW),15%Non-Hispanic Black(NHB),11%Hispanic,and 7%other groups,with a mean age of 66.3 years.In-hospital mortality was 33.6%,highest among other racial groups(36.7%).Mortality was stable across racial groups from 2016-2019 but rose sharply in 2020-2021,especially among Hispanic patients.Adjusted in-hospital mortality were higher for NHB and Hispanic compared to NHW patients.NHB patients had the longest LOS,while other racial groups incurred the highest cost of hospitalizations.CONCLUSION We found higher mortality among NHB,Hispanic,and other racial groups in septic shock patients,likely driven by higher risk of in-hospital complications among these racial groups.This highlights the need for future research to identify the factors contributing to the adverse outcomes in these populations.
基金funded by the Philosophy and Social Sciences Project of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region(Project No.:23FYY028).
文摘In recent years,under the backdrop of the Belt and Road Initiative and China-ASEAN cooperation,the international dissemination of Zhuang Medicine has gained preliminary achievements.However,it still faces many challenges,such as the significant theoretical differences,the shortage of relevant professional talents,and the lag in digital development.Through an analysis of early breakthroughs,achievements,and existing challenges in the international dissemination of Zhuang Medicine,this study proposes targeted recommendations.It aims to provide practical references for promoting Zhuang Medicine culture globally and to advance its contribution to global health.
