The safety of lithium-ion batteries is an essential concern where instant and accurate temperature sensing is critical.It is generally desired to put sensors inside batteries for instant sensing.However,the transmissi...The safety of lithium-ion batteries is an essential concern where instant and accurate temperature sensing is critical.It is generally desired to put sensors inside batteries for instant sensing.However,the transmission of internal measurement outside batteries without interfering their normal state is a non-trivial task due to the harsh electrochemical environment,the particular packaging structures and the intrinsic electromagnetic shielding problems of batteries.In this work,a novel in-situ temperature sensing framework is proposed by incorporating temperature sensors with a novel signal transmission solution.The signal transmission solution uses a self-designed integrated-circuit which modulates the internal measurements outside battery via its positive pole without package breaking.Extensive experimental results validate the noninterference properties of the proposed framework.Our proposed in-situ temperature measurement by the self-designed signal modulation solution has a promising potential for in-situ battery health monitoring and thus promoting the development of smart batteries.展开更多
Due to globalization, there is a need for nurses with skills and competence in providing safe, competent and culturally appropriate care. The aim of the study was to investigate whether International Study Experiences...Due to globalization, there is a need for nurses with skills and competence in providing safe, competent and culturally appropriate care. The aim of the study was to investigate whether International Study Experiences (ISE) in other countries during basic nursing education had an impact on newly graduated nurses as regards to self-reported competence. Moreover, a second aim was to explore what background factors that facilitated or constituted a hindrance for nursing students to choose to conduct part of their basic nursing education abroad. At 11 Universities/University Colleges (henceforth called Higher Education Institutions [HEIs]) in Sweden, 565 nursing students responded to the Nurse Professional Competence (NPC) Scale. Students with ISE rated their competence significantly higher on three NPC competence areas—“Legislation in nursing and safety planning”, “Leadership and development of nursing” and “Education and supervision of staff/students”. Background factors that significantly seemed to enhance ISE were living alone, not having children or other commitments in relation to family, international focus at the HEI and previous international experience. Lack of financial means was reported to prevent students from choosing ISE. The study implies that several background factors are of importance whether students choose ISE or not. ISE during basic nursing education might result in better self-reported competence in leading and developing nursing care, including education of future nurses, and in providing safe care.展开更多
The world situation is experiencing profound and complex changes. With the further deepening of economic globalization, various countries with interwoven interests are becoming increasingly interdependent and interrel...The world situation is experiencing profound and complex changes. With the further deepening of economic globalization, various countries with interwoven interests are becoming increasingly interdependent and interrelated. A large number of big developing countries are rising, adding fresh rich elements to the trend of development toward multi-polarity.展开更多
The first mid-term election of the U. S. in the new century took place on November 5, 2002. One third of the senators from the 107th Congress (34 out of 100), all representatives (435), 36 state governors, and numerou...The first mid-term election of the U. S. in the new century took place on November 5, 2002. One third of the senators from the 107th Congress (34 out of 100), all representatives (435), 36 state governors, and numerous local officials and legislators were to be elected or reelected. The resounding victory of the GOP in the congressional elections and the fact that the Democrats only got three more.展开更多
Editors’ Note: The New Year approaches as we greet the first anniversary of China International Studies. Availing ourselves of this opportunity, we sincerely wish our readers a happy and prosperous New Year! China In...Editors’ Note: The New Year approaches as we greet the first anniversary of China International Studies. Availing ourselves of this opportunity, we sincerely wish our readers a happy and prosperous New Year! China International Studies began its publication last December. Since its inception, various think-tanks and institutions of higher learning both at home and abroad as well as Chinese embassies in foreign countries and foreign embassies in Beijing have offered it great support. Many readers wrote to us giving their encouragement on this new-born publication. We are carrying some of the messages in this issue to express our deep appreciation. Articles in this issue are mainly on the Middle East situation, the Iran nuclear issue, China-EU relations, China-India relations and China’s peaceful diplomacy. We are also publishing a paper by a foreign scholar for the first time.展开更多
The Qinghai-Xizang Plateau is known as "the roof of the world".Its intensive uplifting has been one of the most important events in the past two million years of the earth history,which strongly affects the ...The Qinghai-Xizang Plateau is known as "the roof of the world".Its intensive uplifting has been one of the most important events in the past two million years of the earth history,which strongly affects the physical environment and human activities both in the plateau itself and in its nearby regions.As a natural laboratory in the fields of geo-science,biology,resources and environment,the Plateau has attracted worldwide attention from the academic circles.Because the main body of the plateau is located in China,Chinese scientists shoulder major responsibilities for展开更多
At the invitation of the Masaliyev Foundation of Kyrgyzstan and the Institute for International Studies of Mongolian Academy of Sciences,a CAFIU delegation headed by Ai Ping,Vice-President of CAFIU and former Vice-Min...At the invitation of the Masaliyev Foundation of Kyrgyzstan and the Institute for International Studies of Mongolian Academy of Sciences,a CAFIU delegation headed by Ai Ping,Vice-President of CAFIU and former Vice-Minister of the International Department of the CPC Central Committee,visited Kyrgyzstan and Mongolia from 22nd to 26th September.展开更多
Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan visited China Institute of International Studies(CIIS)on June 25.CIIS President Chen Bo welcomed the Armenian delegation.During their talks,Mirzoyan emphasized Armenia’s comm...Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan visited China Institute of International Studies(CIIS)on June 25.CIIS President Chen Bo welcomed the Armenian delegation.During their talks,Mirzoyan emphasized Armenia’s commitment to deepening ties with China and enhancing think tank exchanges.Chen expounded on China’s major global initiatives,including the vision of building a community with a shared future for mankind.The two parties also exchanged views on international affairs and bilateral practical cooperation.展开更多
Objective To evaluate the value of enhanced magnetic resonance imaging(MRI)on the assessment of synovial hyperplasia and International Prophylaxis Study Group(IPSG)score of hemophilic arthropathy(HA).Methods This was ...Objective To evaluate the value of enhanced magnetic resonance imaging(MRI)on the assessment of synovial hyperplasia and International Prophylaxis Study Group(IPSG)score of hemophilic arthropathy(HA).Methods This was a retrospective case series study.Briefly,54 joints of 46 male patients with hemophilia type A and diagnosed with HA in Henan Provincial People's Hospital from August 2016 to September 2017 were selected.Plain and enhanced MRI were performed at the same time.The IPSG score of synovial hyperplasia and the total joint before and after enhancement were calculated,and the enhancement rate of the synovium and muscles at the same level were also calculated.The differences in synovial hyperplasia and joint total IPSG scores before and after enhancement were compared by paired rank sum test.The correlation between enhancement joint total IPSG score,synovial IPSG score,synovial enhancement rate,total joint bleeding number,course of disease,and Hemophilia Joint Health Score(HJHS)score were analyzed by Spearman's correlation analysis.Results Enhanced MRI could more clearly show synovial hyperplasia and ensure better accuracy of joint total IPSG score(Z=-2.24,P=0.025).The enhancement extent of synovial hyperplasia was higher than that of the same level muscle.There was no correlation between synovial enhancement rate and total number of joint bleeding,course of disease,and HJHS score.After enhancement,the joint total IPSG score wash ighly positively correlated with the total number of joint bleeding and the disease course(r=0.96,0.84,P<0.001)and moderately positively correlated with the HJHS score(r=0.58,P<0.001).The enhanced synovial IPSG score showed a low positive correlation with the total number of joint bleeding and the disease course(r=0.37,0.36,P=0.006,0.008),but no correlation with HJHS score.Conclusion Enhanced MRI can provide accurate imaging of synovial hyperplasia of HA and make joint IPSG score more accurate.展开更多
Introduction: Despite similarities, perinatal and infant mortality rates between British Columbia, (BC) Canada and Finland differ. Key variables that may influence stillbirth, early neonatal, perinatal and infant mort...Introduction: Despite similarities, perinatal and infant mortality rates between British Columbia, (BC) Canada and Finland differ. Key variables that may influence stillbirth, early neonatal, perinatal and infant mortality rates in BC and Finland were studied. Methods: After standardizing definitions, data for all births between 2001 and 2009 from provincial and national registries were used to compare perinatal outcomes between BC and Finland. Annual change was evaluated with regression analyses. Results: Births before 22 weeks gestation were excluded. All mortality rates per 1000 were lower in Finland vs BC (perinatal: 5.1 vs 6.2, stillbirth: 3.4 vs 3.9, early neonatal 1.7 vs 2.4, infant 2.9 vs 4.0;all p Higher multiple birth and preterm birth rates in BC are affecting mortality rates. Finland’s policy of single embryo transfer is a potential explanation. It is possible to have good perinatal outcomes and low caesarean section rates. Conclusions: The Finnish health care system may suggest possible solutions for improved perinatal outcomes. Lower per capita health care expenditures in Finland do not appear to have adversely affected perinatal outcomes.展开更多
In Chile, the study of international relations is very limited both in the number of programs and in its scope. Furthermore, it is still a country where international relations are under the umbrella of political scie...In Chile, the study of international relations is very limited both in the number of programs and in its scope. Furthermore, it is still a country where international relations are under the umbrella of political science and political science itself is heavily influenced by the study of the law. This paper looks at the development of international relations both as a tool for training diplomats and as a topic of study within political science in Chile. It does so within the framework of the social sciences. Using interviews as a complimentary tool of research, it concludes that, along with a marked influence of economics in the study of social sciences in Chile, the country＇s political and social history has shaped the advent of social sciences at the undergraduate level and has dwarfed the growth and contents of both political science and international studies, in spite of the country＇s successful embrace of globalization.展开更多
International exchange is an important part of China’s educational opening up,cooperation,and connection with other countries.It also serves as a unique strategic resource,helping to develop and consolidate mutual po...International exchange is an important part of China’s educational opening up,cooperation,and connection with other countries.It also serves as a unique strategic resource,helping to develop and consolidate mutual political trust,diplomatic exchange,economic and trade relations,cultural exchange and educational cooperation between China and other countries in the world,thereby enhancing China’s international image.We have seen positive contributions made to our progress towards peace among peoples,and noted the irreplaceable role played by China.International educational exchange is an important part of global international student flows.Since the founding of the People’s Republic of China,especially in the 40 years of reform and opening up,China has experienced a development process in education from language students to students at all levels and from quantity to quality.The change in the type of international students studying in China and of Chinese students studying abroad reflects the Chinese spirit and the broadening the appeal of China’s programs.It can be interpreted as the fulfillment of the“Chinese Dream,”contributing to national revitalization.The trade imbalance between exporting countries and destination countries in international educational exchange has been reduced.展开更多
On October 16,the Global Governance Roundtable for Shanghai Cooperation Organization(SCO)Countries 2025 was held in Beijing.The event was co-hosted by China International Communications Group(CICG),the SCO Secretariat...On October 16,the Global Governance Roundtable for Shanghai Cooperation Organization(SCO)Countries 2025 was held in Beijing.The event was co-hosted by China International Communications Group(CICG),the SCO Secretariat,and China Institute of International Studies(CIIS).Chang Bo,CICG President;Nurlan Yermekbayev,SCO Secretary-General;Sun Linjiang,Special Representative of the Chinese Government on Eurasian Affairs;and Siddharth Chatterjee,United Nations Resident Coordinator in China,attended the event and delivered opening remarks.展开更多
基金This work was supported by the Beijing Municipal Science and Technology Commission(Grant Z191100002719007)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant 11672341).
文摘The safety of lithium-ion batteries is an essential concern where instant and accurate temperature sensing is critical.It is generally desired to put sensors inside batteries for instant sensing.However,the transmission of internal measurement outside batteries without interfering their normal state is a non-trivial task due to the harsh electrochemical environment,the particular packaging structures and the intrinsic electromagnetic shielding problems of batteries.In this work,a novel in-situ temperature sensing framework is proposed by incorporating temperature sensors with a novel signal transmission solution.The signal transmission solution uses a self-designed integrated-circuit which modulates the internal measurements outside battery via its positive pole without package breaking.Extensive experimental results validate the noninterference properties of the proposed framework.Our proposed in-situ temperature measurement by the self-designed signal modulation solution has a promising potential for in-situ battery health monitoring and thus promoting the development of smart batteries.
文摘Due to globalization, there is a need for nurses with skills and competence in providing safe, competent and culturally appropriate care. The aim of the study was to investigate whether International Study Experiences (ISE) in other countries during basic nursing education had an impact on newly graduated nurses as regards to self-reported competence. Moreover, a second aim was to explore what background factors that facilitated or constituted a hindrance for nursing students to choose to conduct part of their basic nursing education abroad. At 11 Universities/University Colleges (henceforth called Higher Education Institutions [HEIs]) in Sweden, 565 nursing students responded to the Nurse Professional Competence (NPC) Scale. Students with ISE rated their competence significantly higher on three NPC competence areas—“Legislation in nursing and safety planning”, “Leadership and development of nursing” and “Education and supervision of staff/students”. Background factors that significantly seemed to enhance ISE were living alone, not having children or other commitments in relation to family, international focus at the HEI and previous international experience. Lack of financial means was reported to prevent students from choosing ISE. The study implies that several background factors are of importance whether students choose ISE or not. ISE during basic nursing education might result in better self-reported competence in leading and developing nursing care, including education of future nurses, and in providing safe care.
文摘The world situation is experiencing profound and complex changes. With the further deepening of economic globalization, various countries with interwoven interests are becoming increasingly interdependent and interrelated. A large number of big developing countries are rising, adding fresh rich elements to the trend of development toward multi-polarity.
文摘The first mid-term election of the U. S. in the new century took place on November 5, 2002. One third of the senators from the 107th Congress (34 out of 100), all representatives (435), 36 state governors, and numerous local officials and legislators were to be elected or reelected. The resounding victory of the GOP in the congressional elections and the fact that the Democrats only got three more.
文摘Editors’ Note: The New Year approaches as we greet the first anniversary of China International Studies. Availing ourselves of this opportunity, we sincerely wish our readers a happy and prosperous New Year! China International Studies began its publication last December. Since its inception, various think-tanks and institutions of higher learning both at home and abroad as well as Chinese embassies in foreign countries and foreign embassies in Beijing have offered it great support. Many readers wrote to us giving their encouragement on this new-born publication. We are carrying some of the messages in this issue to express our deep appreciation. Articles in this issue are mainly on the Middle East situation, the Iran nuclear issue, China-EU relations, China-India relations and China’s peaceful diplomacy. We are also publishing a paper by a foreign scholar for the first time.
文摘The Qinghai-Xizang Plateau is known as "the roof of the world".Its intensive uplifting has been one of the most important events in the past two million years of the earth history,which strongly affects the physical environment and human activities both in the plateau itself and in its nearby regions.As a natural laboratory in the fields of geo-science,biology,resources and environment,the Plateau has attracted worldwide attention from the academic circles.Because the main body of the plateau is located in China,Chinese scientists shoulder major responsibilities for
文摘At the invitation of the Masaliyev Foundation of Kyrgyzstan and the Institute for International Studies of Mongolian Academy of Sciences,a CAFIU delegation headed by Ai Ping,Vice-President of CAFIU and former Vice-Minister of the International Department of the CPC Central Committee,visited Kyrgyzstan and Mongolia from 22nd to 26th September.
文摘Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan visited China Institute of International Studies(CIIS)on June 25.CIIS President Chen Bo welcomed the Armenian delegation.During their talks,Mirzoyan emphasized Armenia’s commitment to deepening ties with China and enhancing think tank exchanges.Chen expounded on China’s major global initiatives,including the vision of building a community with a shared future for mankind.The two parties also exchanged views on international affairs and bilateral practical cooperation.
文摘Objective To evaluate the value of enhanced magnetic resonance imaging(MRI)on the assessment of synovial hyperplasia and International Prophylaxis Study Group(IPSG)score of hemophilic arthropathy(HA).Methods This was a retrospective case series study.Briefly,54 joints of 46 male patients with hemophilia type A and diagnosed with HA in Henan Provincial People's Hospital from August 2016 to September 2017 were selected.Plain and enhanced MRI were performed at the same time.The IPSG score of synovial hyperplasia and the total joint before and after enhancement were calculated,and the enhancement rate of the synovium and muscles at the same level were also calculated.The differences in synovial hyperplasia and joint total IPSG scores before and after enhancement were compared by paired rank sum test.The correlation between enhancement joint total IPSG score,synovial IPSG score,synovial enhancement rate,total joint bleeding number,course of disease,and Hemophilia Joint Health Score(HJHS)score were analyzed by Spearman's correlation analysis.Results Enhanced MRI could more clearly show synovial hyperplasia and ensure better accuracy of joint total IPSG score(Z=-2.24,P=0.025).The enhancement extent of synovial hyperplasia was higher than that of the same level muscle.There was no correlation between synovial enhancement rate and total number of joint bleeding,course of disease,and HJHS score.After enhancement,the joint total IPSG score wash ighly positively correlated with the total number of joint bleeding and the disease course(r=0.96,0.84,P<0.001)and moderately positively correlated with the HJHS score(r=0.58,P<0.001).The enhanced synovial IPSG score showed a low positive correlation with the total number of joint bleeding and the disease course(r=0.37,0.36,P=0.006,0.008),but no correlation with HJHS score.Conclusion Enhanced MRI can provide accurate imaging of synovial hyperplasia of HA and make joint IPSG score more accurate.
文摘Introduction: Despite similarities, perinatal and infant mortality rates between British Columbia, (BC) Canada and Finland differ. Key variables that may influence stillbirth, early neonatal, perinatal and infant mortality rates in BC and Finland were studied. Methods: After standardizing definitions, data for all births between 2001 and 2009 from provincial and national registries were used to compare perinatal outcomes between BC and Finland. Annual change was evaluated with regression analyses. Results: Births before 22 weeks gestation were excluded. All mortality rates per 1000 were lower in Finland vs BC (perinatal: 5.1 vs 6.2, stillbirth: 3.4 vs 3.9, early neonatal 1.7 vs 2.4, infant 2.9 vs 4.0;all p Higher multiple birth and preterm birth rates in BC are affecting mortality rates. Finland’s policy of single embryo transfer is a potential explanation. It is possible to have good perinatal outcomes and low caesarean section rates. Conclusions: The Finnish health care system may suggest possible solutions for improved perinatal outcomes. Lower per capita health care expenditures in Finland do not appear to have adversely affected perinatal outcomes.
文摘In Chile, the study of international relations is very limited both in the number of programs and in its scope. Furthermore, it is still a country where international relations are under the umbrella of political science and political science itself is heavily influenced by the study of the law. This paper looks at the development of international relations both as a tool for training diplomats and as a topic of study within political science in Chile. It does so within the framework of the social sciences. Using interviews as a complimentary tool of research, it concludes that, along with a marked influence of economics in the study of social sciences in Chile, the country＇s political and social history has shaped the advent of social sciences at the undergraduate level and has dwarfed the growth and contents of both political science and international studies, in spite of the country＇s successful embrace of globalization.
文摘International exchange is an important part of China’s educational opening up,cooperation,and connection with other countries.It also serves as a unique strategic resource,helping to develop and consolidate mutual political trust,diplomatic exchange,economic and trade relations,cultural exchange and educational cooperation between China and other countries in the world,thereby enhancing China’s international image.We have seen positive contributions made to our progress towards peace among peoples,and noted the irreplaceable role played by China.International educational exchange is an important part of global international student flows.Since the founding of the People’s Republic of China,especially in the 40 years of reform and opening up,China has experienced a development process in education from language students to students at all levels and from quantity to quality.The change in the type of international students studying in China and of Chinese students studying abroad reflects the Chinese spirit and the broadening the appeal of China’s programs.It can be interpreted as the fulfillment of the“Chinese Dream,”contributing to national revitalization.The trade imbalance between exporting countries and destination countries in international educational exchange has been reduced.
文摘On October 16,the Global Governance Roundtable for Shanghai Cooperation Organization(SCO)Countries 2025 was held in Beijing.The event was co-hosted by China International Communications Group(CICG),the SCO Secretariat,and China Institute of International Studies(CIIS).Chang Bo,CICG President;Nurlan Yermekbayev,SCO Secretary-General;Sun Linjiang,Special Representative of the Chinese Government on Eurasian Affairs;and Siddharth Chatterjee,United Nations Resident Coordinator in China,attended the event and delivered opening remarks.
