Lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide and in China, has a 19.7% five-year survival rate due to terminal-stage diagnosis^([1-3]).Although low-dose computed tomography(CT) screening can reduce mortal...Lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide and in China, has a 19.7% five-year survival rate due to terminal-stage diagnosis^([1-3]).Although low-dose computed tomography(CT) screening can reduce mortality, high false positive rates can create economic and psychological burdens.展开更多
Objective The relationship between fish consumption and stroke is inconsistent,and it is uncertain whether this association varies across predicted stroke risks.Methods A cohort study comprising 95,800 participants fr...Objective The relationship between fish consumption and stroke is inconsistent,and it is uncertain whether this association varies across predicted stroke risks.Methods A cohort study comprising 95,800 participants from the Prediction for Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Risk in China project was conducted.A standardized questionnaire was used to collect data on fish consumption.Participants were stratified into low-and moderate-to-high-risk categories based on their 10-year stroke risk prediction scores.Hazard ratios(HRs)and 95%confidence intervals(CIs)were estimated using Cox proportional hazard models and additive interaction by relative excess risk due to interaction(RERI),attributable proportion(AP),and synergy index(SI).Results During 703,869 person-years of follow-up,2,773 incident stroke events were identified.Higher fish consumption was associated with a lower risk of stroke,particularly among moderate-to-high-risk individuals(HR=0.53,95%CI:0.47-0.60)than among low-risk individuals(HR=0.64,95%CI:0.49-0.85).A significant additive interaction between fish consumption and predicted stroke risk was observed(RERI=4.08,95%CI:2.80-5.36;SI=1.64,95%CI:1.42-1.89;AP=0.36,95%CI:0.28-0.43).Conclusion Higher fish consumption was associated with a lower risk of stroke,and this beneficial association was more pronounced in individuals with moderate-to-high stroke risk.展开更多
Located in northern China,the Hetao Plain is an important agro-economic zone and population centre.The deterioration of local groundwater quality has had a serious impact on human health and economic development.Nowad...Located in northern China,the Hetao Plain is an important agro-economic zone and population centre.The deterioration of local groundwater quality has had a serious impact on human health and economic development.Nowadays,the groundwater vulnerability assessment(GVA)has become an essential task to identify the current status and development trend of groundwater quality.In this study,the Convolutional Neural Network(CNN)and Long Short-Term Memory(LSTM)models are integrated to realize the spatio-temporal prediction of regional groundwater vulnerability by introducing the Self-attention mechanism.The study firstly builds the CNN-LSTM modelwith self-attention(SA)mechanism and evaluates the prediction accuracy of the model for groundwater vulnerability compared to other common machine learning models such as Support Vector Machine(SVM),Random Forest(RF),and Extreme Gradient Boosting(XGBoost).The results indicate that the CNNLSTM model outperforms thesemodels,demonstrating its significance in groundwater vulnerability assessment.It can be posited that the predictions indicate an increased risk of groundwater vulnerability in the study area over the coming years.This increase can be attributed to the synergistic impact of global climate anomalies and intensified local human activities.Moreover,the overall groundwater vulnerability risk in the entire region has increased,evident fromboth the notably high value and standard deviation.This suggests that the spatial variability of groundwater vulnerability in the area is expected to expand in the future due to the sustained progression of climate change and human activities.The model can be optimized for diverse applications across regional environmental assessment,pollution prediction,and risk statistics.This study holds particular significance for ecological protection and groundwater resource management.展开更多
In this paper,we have calculated the structural,electronic,and optical properties of chalcogenide stannite Cu_(2)CdSnX4(X=S,Se,Te) materials.The calculations are based on the density functional theory (DFT) method and...In this paper,we have calculated the structural,electronic,and optical properties of chalcogenide stannite Cu_(2)CdSnX4(X=S,Se,Te) materials.The calculations are based on the density functional theory (DFT) method and are performed using the Cambridge sequential total energy package (CASTEP) code included in the Biovia Material Studio 20 software.All optical properties have been studied in a domain that extends energetically from 10 meV to 40 eV.Our results show that Cu_(2)CdSnX4(X=S,Se,Te) stannite exhibits absorption in the visible region,the refractive index decreases with increasing energy,and the refractive index values are n=3.2,3.73 and 3.75 for Cu_(2)CdSnS_(4),Cu_(2)CdSnSe_(4)and Cu_(2)CdSnTe_(4),respectively.They show also high conductivity,which implies that this material is promising for solar cells.These results argue in favor of the use of these materials in various potential applications.The density of state,band structures,and structural properties of Cu_(2)CdSnX4(X=S,Se,and Te) stannite are also studied in this work.展开更多
The widespread variation of focal depths and fault plane solutions observed in the Hindukush region depicts continuous deformation along the Indian-Eurasian collision zone.For period of twelve years i.e.from 2010 to 2...The widespread variation of focal depths and fault plane solutions observed in the Hindukush region depicts continuous deformation along the Indian-Eurasian collision zone.For period of twelve years i.e.from 2010 to 2022,a total of 89 intermediate-depth earthquakes of magnitude(Mw)≥5.5 of the Hindukush Region were considered,relocated using both regional and tele seismic data with 90 per cent confidence limits of less than 20 km.Two distinct seismic activity clusters:First one at a deeper depth and second at a shallower depth having different P-axes were observed that verifies the internal structure and geometry of Hindukush zone as suggested in previous studies.Beneath the Hindukush collision zone,there exists a complex pattern of deformation,arising from a combination of compression,tension,shearing and necking states due to an unusual and a rare case of subduction that is not from oceanic plate.The Hindukush seismic zone extends from 70 to 300 km depth and mostly strikes east-west and then turns northeast.The relocated seismicity by merging data of seismic network close to Hindukush along with international data shows that the Hindukush zone may be divided vertically into upper and lower slabs separated by a gap at about 150 km depth at which strike and dip directions change sharply with significant structural changes.Seismicity rate is higher in the lower part of Hindukush,having large magnitude events in a small volume below 180 km forming complex pattern of source mechanisms.Contrary in upper part seismicity rate is lower and scattered.The Global CMT(Global Centroid-Moment-Tensor Project)source mechanisms of intermediate depth earthquakes have a systematic pattern of reverse faulting with the vertical T-axes,while shallow events do not have such pattern.The vertical T-axes of the intermediate-depth events may be attributed to negative buoyancy caused by subduction of the cold and denser slab.展开更多
Based on the demand for complex English talents for the high-quality construction of“Belt and Road,”the study proposes a curriculum restructuring program oriented on“serving professional teaching,career development...Based on the demand for complex English talents for the high-quality construction of“Belt and Road,”the study proposes a curriculum restructuring program oriented on“serving professional teaching,career development,and quality development”in response to the real problems of the current university English curriculum,such as focusing on language but not on application,insufficient vocational relevance,and low degree of integration with the professional field.We propose a curriculum reconstruction plan oriented to“serve professional teaching,career development,and quality development.”We have constructed a three-in-one curriculum goal of“laying a foundation for professionalism,infiltrating humanity,and empowering development,”systematically designed a curriculum content system of“language foundation,industry knowledge,and quality development,”and established an AI-enabled multi-intelligence evaluation system.This will promote the transformation of university English from single-language teaching to a service-oriented curriculum that supports professional development,and cultivate internationalized talents with both workplace language application skills and cross-cultural communication literacy.The study highlights the“vocational”characteristics and“service”functions of college English,and provides an actionable,practical path for the reform of college English curriculum in vocational undergraduate colleges.展开更多
The"Talk to the Plants"course,as an interdisciplinary integrated teaching innovation practice course,aims to break through the knowledge-imparting model of traditional botany education.It establishes a profo...The"Talk to the Plants"course,as an interdisciplinary integrated teaching innovation practice course,aims to break through the knowledge-imparting model of traditional botany education.It establishes a profound interactive bridge between humans and plants,cultivating students'ecological awareness,scientific literacy,and humanistic values.With life education at its core,the course integrates multidisciplinary knowledge from botany,ecology,psychology,and arts.Leveraging modern technologies including VR/AR and sensor monitoring,it creates immersive learning environments that guide students to engage with plants through scientific inquiry,emotional empathy,and artistic expression.This exploration establishes a new paradigm for developing well-rounded talents in ecological civilization while offering both theoretical insights and practical models for interdisciplinary curriculum reform in the new era,demonstrating significant value in educational innovation.展开更多
Under the background of accelerated global cultural exchange and information dissemination,reading has become a crucial component of public cultural services.Public libraries in Nordic countries(Denmark,Sweden,Norway,...Under the background of accelerated global cultural exchange and information dissemination,reading has become a crucial component of public cultural services.Public libraries in Nordic countries(Denmark,Sweden,Norway,Finland,Iceland)stand out by adhering to the core philosophy of“universal sharing and equal reading”,integrating reading promotion into national strategies,and constructing extensive service networks through sound legal guarantees and adequate financial support.This study identifies four key strategies for universality and equality in Nordic public libraries:covering all age groups,eliminating group differences,integrating digital and physical resources,and ensuring the right to read through legislative,financial,and other institutional support.These provide a reference for global public cultural services.展开更多
Artificial intelligence,especially large language models(LLMs),is reshaping how we learn,communicate,and create.These systems provide students and professionals immediate access to fluent,context-aware language that c...Artificial intelligence,especially large language models(LLMs),is reshaping how we learn,communicate,and create.These systems provide students and professionals immediate access to fluent,context-aware language that can support learning,increase productivity,and spark creativity.But what happens when their use becomes excessive?This paper explores the potential long-term consequences of over-relying on LLMs-particularly memory,critical thinking,creativity,and motivation.Drawing on research in cognitive psychology,education,neuroscience,and media studies,it argues that LLMs are best understood as cognitive prostheses:incredibly valuable when used wisely,but risky when they replace rather than support human imagination.展开更多
Nominalization,as the main means of reaching grammatical metaphor,is one of the distinctive features of written corpora and plays an important role in the discourse construction of news discourse.Based on the theory o...Nominalization,as the main means of reaching grammatical metaphor,is one of the distinctive features of written corpora and plays an important role in the discourse construction of news discourse.Based on the theory of grammatical metaphor,this article discusses the phenomenon of nominalization and its translation strategies in news discourse by analyzing translation examples.It is found that nominalization structure can effectively enhance the informativeness and objectivity of news discourse.When translating from Chinese to English,the translator should take into full consideration of the different characteristics of the two languages,and convert the predicates,subject-predicate structures,verb-object structures and clauses into nominalization structures.Through this translation strategy,the translation will be more in line with the English language characteristics and usage habits,and can accurately convey the information of the original text,finally realizing the effective translation of the language.展开更多
Objective:To evaluate and compare the quality of life(QoL)in patients with multidrug-resistant(MDR-TB)and drug-sensitive(DS-TB)as well as to investigate factors associated with QoL among MDR-TB patients in real-world ...Objective:To evaluate and compare the quality of life(QoL)in patients with multidrug-resistant(MDR-TB)and drug-sensitive(DS-TB)as well as to investigate factors associated with QoL among MDR-TB patients in real-world scenarios at the Haji Hospital,Surabaya.Methods:We conducted a case-control study from June to December 2024.MDR-TB and DS-TB patients were classified into case and control groups,respectively.We used the World Health Organization’s Quality of Life Brief(WHOQOL-BREF)instrument and Patient Health Questionnaire-9(PHQ-9)to assess QoL and depression levels,respectively.Multivariate analysis was used to analyze factors associated with QoL of patients with MDR-TB.Results:Forty-one patients with MDR-TB and 43 with DS-TB were enrolled in the study.A mean score for all domains(physical,psychological,social relationship,environmental)and total mean score of WHOQOL-BREF was significantly lower in MDR-TB than those with DS-TB(P<0.05).The prevalence of depression and the mean score of PHQ-9 were significantly higher in MDR-TB than in DS-TB(P<0.05).PHQ-9 negatively correlates with the WHOQOL-BREF score(r=-0.502,P<0.05)among MDR-TB patients.MDR-TB patients with depression were significantly associated with low QoL in the physical(OR 3.611;95%CI 2.393-6.951;P=0.029),psychological(OR 1.672;95%CI 1.179-5.941;P=0.021),social relationship(OR 2.586;95%CI 1.611-2.909;P=0.014),and environmental domains(OR 1.926;95%CI 1.047-2.147;P=0.048).Conclusions:MDR-TB patients had worse QoL than DS-TB.Those with depression were associated with low QoL.Strategies that identify and tackle alterations in the QoL for MDR-TB patients are necessary during TB treatment.展开更多
Cultural rights are important human rights established by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights(UDHR)and the International Covenant on Economic,Social and Cultural Rights(ICESCR).However,they have not received due...Cultural rights are important human rights established by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights(UDHR)and the International Covenant on Economic,Social and Cultural Rights(ICESCR).However,they have not received due attention within the United Nations human rights system and related academic research.As a specialized agency within the United Nations system primarily responsible for cultural affairs,United Nations Educational,Scientific and Cultural Organization(UNESCO)has played a significant role in promoting the recognition and advocacy of cultural rights in the international community,mainly by expanding and deepening the normative connotations of cultural rights,strengthening the integration of culture and cultural rights with the United Nations’development agenda,and creating cultural heritage rights and other specific examples of protection practices.Under its leadership,the United Nations system is exploring a new agenda of collective actions to promote cultural rights,which shows a trend of emphasizing cross-sectoral collaboration between culture and science,as well as culture and education.Guided by Xi Jinping Thought on Culture,China should further leverage the advantages of UNESCO as a global cultural governance platform to share its concepts and experience in protecting and realizing cultural rights with the international community.Through the Global Civilization Initiative,China can lead and shape the emerging international agenda on cultural rights and promote the progress of international human rights and the building of a community with a shared future for mankind.展开更多
BACKGROUND Unintended pregnancy occurs when an individual or couple conceives without planning or desire,which can potentially affect a child’s physical,mental,and social well-being.This can then lead to long-term so...BACKGROUND Unintended pregnancy occurs when an individual or couple conceives without planning or desire,which can potentially affect a child’s physical,mental,and social well-being.This can then lead to long-term socioeconomic challenges for families and communities.Although its impact on child growth and development is a pressing concern,research remains limited particularly in multicenter settings.AIM To examine the long-term consequences of unintended pregnancy on the critical years of early childhood growth and development.METHODS This analytical observational study employed a case-control design and was conducted in research centers across Indonesia,encompassing those located in Central Java,Lampung,Bali,and West Nusa Tenggara.A total of 700 children aged≤5 years with histories of intended or unintended pregnancies participated.Data collection involved structured interviews and direct anthropometric and developmental assessments.Data analyses were conducted using multivariate statistics and partial least squares structural equation modeling.RESULTS Unintended pregnancy was found to have a statistically significant effect on both child growth(t=8.178;P<0.001)and child development(t=25.688;P<0.001).Key growth problems identified included underweight,undernutrition,abnormal head circumference,and stunting.Developmental challenges prominently associated with unintended pregnancy included behavioral and emotional disorders,autism spectrum disorder,attentiondeficit/hyperactivity disorder,social and motor skill deficits,as well as visual and hearing impairments.CONCLUSION Unintended pregnancy significantly affects child growth and development,underscoring the need for early intervention,quality prenatal care,and strengthened family planning policies.展开更多
This study explores the cultural,social,and academic adaptation experiences of international students in Wenzhou,China.Based on surveys and interviews with 52 students from 20 countries—predominantly Morocco—the res...This study explores the cultural,social,and academic adaptation experiences of international students in Wenzhou,China.Based on surveys and interviews with 52 students from 20 countries—predominantly Morocco—the research investigates key challenges and coping strategies related to local integration.The findings indicate that while Wenzhou offers a generally supportive academic environment—enhanced by AI integration and practical teaching methods—language barriers continue to hinder students’daily life,academic engagement,and social interactions.Limited Mandarin proficiency made it difficult for many students to build friendships with locals and navigate everyday tasks.Cultural adaptation also presented obstacles,particularly in adjusting to local food and social norms.Despite these challenges,students employed various strategies to facilitate integration,such as attending HSK language courses,watching Chinese media,and initiating conversations with local peers.While most participants described the local community as welcoming,perceptions varied based on individual experiences and language ability.The study highlights the importance of enhanced language support and structured cross-cultural exchange initiatives in improving international students’experiences.It contributes to the broader discourse on international student mobility by offering insights from a second-tier Chinese city,emphasizing the role of institutional practices in shaping adaptation outcomes.展开更多
While artificial intelligence(AI)shows promise in education,its real-world effectiveness in specific settings like blended English as a Foreign Language(EFL)learning needs closer examination.This study investigated th...While artificial intelligence(AI)shows promise in education,its real-world effectiveness in specific settings like blended English as a Foreign Language(EFL)learning needs closer examination.This study investigated the impact of a blended teaching model incorporating AI tools on the Superstar Learning Platform for Chinese university EFL students.Using a mixed-methods approach,60 first-year students were randomized into an experimental group(using the AI-enhanced model)and a control group(traditional instruction)for 16 weeks.Data included test scores,learning behaviors(duration,task completion),satisfaction surveys,and interviews.Results showed the experimental group significantly outperformed the control group on post-tests and achieved larger learning gains.These students also demonstrated greater engagement through longer study times and higher task completion rates,and reported significantly higher satisfaction.Interviews confirmed these findings,with students attributing benefits to the model’s personalized guidance,structured content presentation(knowledge graphs),immediate responses,flexibility,and varied interaction methods.However,limitations were noted,including areas where the platform’s AI could be improved(e.g.,for assessing speaking/translation)and ongoing challenges with student self-discipline.The study concludes that this AI-enhanced blended model significantly improved student performance,engagement,and satisfaction in this EFL context.The findings offer practical insights for educators and platform developers,suggesting AI integration holds significant potential while highlighting areas for refinement.展开更多
High-rise housing is being built in increasingly densely populated urban residential areas in Tokyo,Japan.On the other hand,detached houses are built on small,subdivided sites.In urban residential areas where detached...High-rise housing is being built in increasingly densely populated urban residential areas in Tokyo,Japan.On the other hand,detached houses are built on small,subdivided sites.In urban residential areas where detached houses are lined up,many elements related to daily life are located near roadside space and spill out onto the road.This is a distinctive modern urban residential landscape.The purpose of this study is to get closer to the reality of urban residential life.For that,we will consider the characteristics and roles of elements related to daily life that can be observed in many areas around roadside space in an urban residential area lined with detached houses,in urban living environments.This study focuses on the detached residential area of Bunkyo Ward.A field survey will be conducted to investigate the amount of elements related to daily life that can be observed from the road.In addition,we will conduct a questionnaire survey of residents in the survey area regarding their use of and awareness of the roadside space.Finally,we will investigate the relationship between lifestyle factors and urban residential life from both quantitative and qualitative perspectives.展开更多
Carbon dioxide(CO_(2))is often monitored as a convenient yardstick for indoor air safety,yet its ability to stand in for pathogen-laden aerosols has never been settled.To probe the question,we reproduced an open-plan ...Carbon dioxide(CO_(2))is often monitored as a convenient yardstick for indoor air safety,yet its ability to stand in for pathogen-laden aerosols has never been settled.To probe the question,we reproduced an open-plan office at full scale(7.2m×5.2m×2.8m)and introduced a breathing plume that carried 4% CO_(2),together with a polydisperse aerosol spanning 0.5–10μm(1320 particles s^(−1)).Inlet air was supplied at 0.7,1.4,and 2.1 m s^(−1),and the resulting fields were simulated with a Realisable k–εRANS model coupled to Lagrangian particle tracking.Nine strategically placed probes provided validation;the calibrated solution deviated fromthe experiment by 58 ppm for CO_(2)(8.1%RMSE)and 0.008 m s^(−1)for velocity(15.7%RMSE).Despite this agreement,gas and particles behaved in sharply different ways.Room-averaged CO_(2)varied by<15%,whereas the aerosol mass rose to almost three-fold the background within slowmoving corner vortices.Sub-micron particles stayed aloft along streamlines,while those≥5μmpeeled away and settled on nearby surfaces.The divergence shows that neither the CO_(2)level nor themeanageof air,taken in isolation,delineates all high-exposure zones.We therefore recommend that ventilation design be informed by a composite diagnosis that couples gas data,size-resolved particle measurements,and rapid CFD appraisal.展开更多
This study adopts a communication studies perspective,employing Lasswell’s“5W”model as the theoretical framework and integrating the“6W”elements of translation communication to systematically examine the translat...This study adopts a communication studies perspective,employing Lasswell’s“5W”model as the theoretical framework and integrating the“6W”elements of translation communication to systematically examine the translation and dissemination model of the English version of Mo Yan’s novel“Life and Death Are Wearing Me Out,”translated by Howard Goldblatt.By analyzing key elements such as communication content,translator strategies,dissemination channels,and reader reception,the study elucidates the intrinsic mechanisms behind the work’s successful overseas dissemination.The findings reveal that effective communication stems from the synergistic interplay of four dimensions:the intercultural adaptability of the work itself,the translator’s agential mediation,diversified dissemination channels,and reader-oriented translation strategies.This research provides theoretical and practical insights for promoting Chinese literature globally,demonstrating that successful intercultural communication requires an integrated approach encompassing the work,translator,channels,and reader research.展开更多
A distinguished category of operational fluids,known as hybrid nanofluids,occupies a prominent role among various fluid types owing to its superior heat transfer properties.By employing a dovetail fin profile,this wor...A distinguished category of operational fluids,known as hybrid nanofluids,occupies a prominent role among various fluid types owing to its superior heat transfer properties.By employing a dovetail fin profile,this work investigates the thermal reaction of a dynamic fin system to a hybrid nanofluid with shape-based properties,flowing uniformly at a velocity U.The analysis focuses on four distinct types of nanoparticles,i.e.,Al2O3,Ag,carbon nanotube(CNT),and graphene.Specifically,two of these particles exhibit a spherical shape,one possesses a cylindrical form,and the final type adopts a platelet morphology.The investigation delves into the pairing of these nanoparticles.The examination employs a combined approach to assess the constructional and thermal exchange characteristics of the hybrid nanofluid.The fin design,under the specified circumstances,gives rise to the derivation of a differential equation.The given equation is then transformed into a dimensionless form.Notably,the Hermite wavelet method is introduced for the first time to address the challenge posed by a moving fin submerged in a hybrid nanofluid with shape-dependent features.To validate the credibility of this research,the results obtained in this study are systematically compared with the numerical simulations.The examination discloses that the highest heat flux is achieved when combining nanoparticles with spherical and platelet shapes.展开更多
MiguelÁngel Asturias’work titled Men of Maize stands as a significant masterpiece within the realm of Latin American magical realism literature.It unfolds and discloses the profound and abiding antagonism that e...MiguelÁngel Asturias’work titled Men of Maize stands as a significant masterpiece within the realm of Latin American magical realism literature.It unfolds and discloses the profound and abiding antagonism that exists between Indian culture and modern capitalism by means of a prose narrative that is rendered in a poeticized fashion,replete with rich mythological symbols as well as complex social conflicts that are intricately interwoven.This paper undertakes an analysis across four distinct aspects,namely the backdrop or setting against which the work was created,the very definition along with the characteristic features that are emblematic of magical realism,the context or background within which it came into being and subsequently developed,and the specific and tangible manifestations of the magical realist writing techniques as they are exemplified in Men of Maize.The study that has been conducted reveals that Men of Maize manages to demonstrate the historical fissure or divide and the cultural antagonism that pervades Latin American society through the employment of techniques such as the clash of cultures,a non-traditional narrative structure that breaks away from the norm,and the symbolism associated with deities.Moreover,it simultaneously engages in a profound and incisive reflection upon the marginalization of traditional culture during the course of the modernization process.The creative output of Asturias is not solely a critique leveled at the social reality of Latin America;rather,it also represents an exploration of the common issues and challenges that are faced by mankind at large,thereby laying down an important and substantial foundation for the further development of magical realism literature.展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(grant numbers 82204127 and 72204172)。
文摘Lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide and in China, has a 19.7% five-year survival rate due to terminal-stage diagnosis^([1-3]).Although low-dose computed tomography(CT) screening can reduce mortality, high false positive rates can create economic and psychological burdens.
基金supported by the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences(CAMS)Innovation Fund for Medical Sciences(2021-I2M-1-010,2019-I2M-2-003,and 2017-I2M-1-004)the National High Level Hospital Clinical Research Funding(2022-GSPGG-1,2022-GSP-GG-2)+2 种基金the Research Unit of Prospective Cohort of Cardiovascular Diseases and Cancers,CAMS(2019RU038)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2018YFE0115300 and 2017YFC0211700)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(82030102,12126602).
文摘Objective The relationship between fish consumption and stroke is inconsistent,and it is uncertain whether this association varies across predicted stroke risks.Methods A cohort study comprising 95,800 participants from the Prediction for Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Risk in China project was conducted.A standardized questionnaire was used to collect data on fish consumption.Participants were stratified into low-and moderate-to-high-risk categories based on their 10-year stroke risk prediction scores.Hazard ratios(HRs)and 95%confidence intervals(CIs)were estimated using Cox proportional hazard models and additive interaction by relative excess risk due to interaction(RERI),attributable proportion(AP),and synergy index(SI).Results During 703,869 person-years of follow-up,2,773 incident stroke events were identified.Higher fish consumption was associated with a lower risk of stroke,particularly among moderate-to-high-risk individuals(HR=0.53,95%CI:0.47-0.60)than among low-risk individuals(HR=0.64,95%CI:0.49-0.85).A significant additive interaction between fish consumption and predicted stroke risk was observed(RERI=4.08,95%CI:2.80-5.36;SI=1.64,95%CI:1.42-1.89;AP=0.36,95%CI:0.28-0.43).Conclusion Higher fish consumption was associated with a lower risk of stroke,and this beneficial association was more pronounced in individuals with moderate-to-high stroke risk.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2021YFA0715900).
文摘Located in northern China,the Hetao Plain is an important agro-economic zone and population centre.The deterioration of local groundwater quality has had a serious impact on human health and economic development.Nowadays,the groundwater vulnerability assessment(GVA)has become an essential task to identify the current status and development trend of groundwater quality.In this study,the Convolutional Neural Network(CNN)and Long Short-Term Memory(LSTM)models are integrated to realize the spatio-temporal prediction of regional groundwater vulnerability by introducing the Self-attention mechanism.The study firstly builds the CNN-LSTM modelwith self-attention(SA)mechanism and evaluates the prediction accuracy of the model for groundwater vulnerability compared to other common machine learning models such as Support Vector Machine(SVM),Random Forest(RF),and Extreme Gradient Boosting(XGBoost).The results indicate that the CNNLSTM model outperforms thesemodels,demonstrating its significance in groundwater vulnerability assessment.It can be posited that the predictions indicate an increased risk of groundwater vulnerability in the study area over the coming years.This increase can be attributed to the synergistic impact of global climate anomalies and intensified local human activities.Moreover,the overall groundwater vulnerability risk in the entire region has increased,evident fromboth the notably high value and standard deviation.This suggests that the spatial variability of groundwater vulnerability in the area is expected to expand in the future due to the sustained progression of climate change and human activities.The model can be optimized for diverse applications across regional environmental assessment,pollution prediction,and risk statistics.This study holds particular significance for ecological protection and groundwater resource management.
基金supported by the University Sultan Moulay Slimane,Beni Mellal,Morocco。
文摘In this paper,we have calculated the structural,electronic,and optical properties of chalcogenide stannite Cu_(2)CdSnX4(X=S,Se,Te) materials.The calculations are based on the density functional theory (DFT) method and are performed using the Cambridge sequential total energy package (CASTEP) code included in the Biovia Material Studio 20 software.All optical properties have been studied in a domain that extends energetically from 10 meV to 40 eV.Our results show that Cu_(2)CdSnX4(X=S,Se,Te) stannite exhibits absorption in the visible region,the refractive index decreases with increasing energy,and the refractive index values are n=3.2,3.73 and 3.75 for Cu_(2)CdSnS_(4),Cu_(2)CdSnSe_(4)and Cu_(2)CdSnTe_(4),respectively.They show also high conductivity,which implies that this material is promising for solar cells.These results argue in favor of the use of these materials in various potential applications.The density of state,band structures,and structural properties of Cu_(2)CdSnX4(X=S,Se,and Te) stannite are also studied in this work.
文摘The widespread variation of focal depths and fault plane solutions observed in the Hindukush region depicts continuous deformation along the Indian-Eurasian collision zone.For period of twelve years i.e.from 2010 to 2022,a total of 89 intermediate-depth earthquakes of magnitude(Mw)≥5.5 of the Hindukush Region were considered,relocated using both regional and tele seismic data with 90 per cent confidence limits of less than 20 km.Two distinct seismic activity clusters:First one at a deeper depth and second at a shallower depth having different P-axes were observed that verifies the internal structure and geometry of Hindukush zone as suggested in previous studies.Beneath the Hindukush collision zone,there exists a complex pattern of deformation,arising from a combination of compression,tension,shearing and necking states due to an unusual and a rare case of subduction that is not from oceanic plate.The Hindukush seismic zone extends from 70 to 300 km depth and mostly strikes east-west and then turns northeast.The relocated seismicity by merging data of seismic network close to Hindukush along with international data shows that the Hindukush zone may be divided vertically into upper and lower slabs separated by a gap at about 150 km depth at which strike and dip directions change sharply with significant structural changes.Seismicity rate is higher in the lower part of Hindukush,having large magnitude events in a small volume below 180 km forming complex pattern of source mechanisms.Contrary in upper part seismicity rate is lower and scattered.The Global CMT(Global Centroid-Moment-Tensor Project)source mechanisms of intermediate depth earthquakes have a systematic pattern of reverse faulting with the vertical T-axes,while shallow events do not have such pattern.The vertical T-axes of the intermediate-depth events may be attributed to negative buoyancy caused by subduction of the cold and denser slab.
基金Special Project of Foreign Language Education Reform in Vocational Colleges and Universities in 2023 by the Foreign Language Education Working Committee of China Society for Vocational and Technical Education(WYW2023A05)Teaching Reform Project of Shandong Vocational and Technical University of International Studies(JG202314).
文摘Based on the demand for complex English talents for the high-quality construction of“Belt and Road,”the study proposes a curriculum restructuring program oriented on“serving professional teaching,career development,and quality development”in response to the real problems of the current university English curriculum,such as focusing on language but not on application,insufficient vocational relevance,and low degree of integration with the professional field.We propose a curriculum reconstruction plan oriented to“serve professional teaching,career development,and quality development.”We have constructed a three-in-one curriculum goal of“laying a foundation for professionalism,infiltrating humanity,and empowering development,”systematically designed a curriculum content system of“language foundation,industry knowledge,and quality development,”and established an AI-enabled multi-intelligence evaluation system.This will promote the transformation of university English from single-language teaching to a service-oriented curriculum that supports professional development,and cultivate internationalized talents with both workplace language application skills and cross-cultural communication literacy.The study highlights the“vocational”characteristics and“service”functions of college English,and provides an actionable,practical path for the reform of college English curriculum in vocational undergraduate colleges.
基金Supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Sichuan Province(2023NSFSC1172).
文摘The"Talk to the Plants"course,as an interdisciplinary integrated teaching innovation practice course,aims to break through the knowledge-imparting model of traditional botany education.It establishes a profound interactive bridge between humans and plants,cultivating students'ecological awareness,scientific literacy,and humanistic values.With life education at its core,the course integrates multidisciplinary knowledge from botany,ecology,psychology,and arts.Leveraging modern technologies including VR/AR and sensor monitoring,it creates immersive learning environments that guide students to engage with plants through scientific inquiry,emotional empathy,and artistic expression.This exploration establishes a new paradigm for developing well-rounded talents in ecological civilization while offering both theoretical insights and practical models for interdisciplinary curriculum reform in the new era,demonstrating significant value in educational innovation.
基金This paper is a phased research outcome of the 2023 Beijing International Studies University Regional and Country Studies Special Research Project titled“Reading Promotion in Nordic Public Libraries and Its Implications for China’s National Reading Development”(Project No.QYGB23A003).
文摘Under the background of accelerated global cultural exchange and information dissemination,reading has become a crucial component of public cultural services.Public libraries in Nordic countries(Denmark,Sweden,Norway,Finland,Iceland)stand out by adhering to the core philosophy of“universal sharing and equal reading”,integrating reading promotion into national strategies,and constructing extensive service networks through sound legal guarantees and adequate financial support.This study identifies four key strategies for universality and equality in Nordic public libraries:covering all age groups,eliminating group differences,integrating digital and physical resources,and ensuring the right to read through legislative,financial,and other institutional support.These provide a reference for global public cultural services.
文摘Artificial intelligence,especially large language models(LLMs),is reshaping how we learn,communicate,and create.These systems provide students and professionals immediate access to fluent,context-aware language that can support learning,increase productivity,and spark creativity.But what happens when their use becomes excessive?This paper explores the potential long-term consequences of over-relying on LLMs-particularly memory,critical thinking,creativity,and motivation.Drawing on research in cognitive psychology,education,neuroscience,and media studies,it argues that LLMs are best understood as cognitive prostheses:incredibly valuable when used wisely,but risky when they replace rather than support human imagination.
文摘Nominalization,as the main means of reaching grammatical metaphor,is one of the distinctive features of written corpora and plays an important role in the discourse construction of news discourse.Based on the theory of grammatical metaphor,this article discusses the phenomenon of nominalization and its translation strategies in news discourse by analyzing translation examples.It is found that nominalization structure can effectively enhance the informativeness and objectivity of news discourse.When translating from Chinese to English,the translator should take into full consideration of the different characteristics of the two languages,and convert the predicates,subject-predicate structures,verb-object structures and clauses into nominalization structures.Through this translation strategy,the translation will be more in line with the English language characteristics and usage habits,and can accurately convey the information of the original text,finally realizing the effective translation of the language.
文摘Objective:To evaluate and compare the quality of life(QoL)in patients with multidrug-resistant(MDR-TB)and drug-sensitive(DS-TB)as well as to investigate factors associated with QoL among MDR-TB patients in real-world scenarios at the Haji Hospital,Surabaya.Methods:We conducted a case-control study from June to December 2024.MDR-TB and DS-TB patients were classified into case and control groups,respectively.We used the World Health Organization’s Quality of Life Brief(WHOQOL-BREF)instrument and Patient Health Questionnaire-9(PHQ-9)to assess QoL and depression levels,respectively.Multivariate analysis was used to analyze factors associated with QoL of patients with MDR-TB.Results:Forty-one patients with MDR-TB and 43 with DS-TB were enrolled in the study.A mean score for all domains(physical,psychological,social relationship,environmental)and total mean score of WHOQOL-BREF was significantly lower in MDR-TB than those with DS-TB(P<0.05).The prevalence of depression and the mean score of PHQ-9 were significantly higher in MDR-TB than in DS-TB(P<0.05).PHQ-9 negatively correlates with the WHOQOL-BREF score(r=-0.502,P<0.05)among MDR-TB patients.MDR-TB patients with depression were significantly associated with low QoL in the physical(OR 3.611;95%CI 2.393-6.951;P=0.029),psychological(OR 1.672;95%CI 1.179-5.941;P=0.021),social relationship(OR 2.586;95%CI 1.611-2.909;P=0.014),and environmental domains(OR 1.926;95%CI 1.047-2.147;P=0.048).Conclusions:MDR-TB patients had worse QoL than DS-TB.Those with depression were associated with low QoL.Strategies that identify and tackle alterations in the QoL for MDR-TB patients are necessary during TB treatment.
文摘Cultural rights are important human rights established by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights(UDHR)and the International Covenant on Economic,Social and Cultural Rights(ICESCR).However,they have not received due attention within the United Nations human rights system and related academic research.As a specialized agency within the United Nations system primarily responsible for cultural affairs,United Nations Educational,Scientific and Cultural Organization(UNESCO)has played a significant role in promoting the recognition and advocacy of cultural rights in the international community,mainly by expanding and deepening the normative connotations of cultural rights,strengthening the integration of culture and cultural rights with the United Nations’development agenda,and creating cultural heritage rights and other specific examples of protection practices.Under its leadership,the United Nations system is exploring a new agenda of collective actions to promote cultural rights,which shows a trend of emphasizing cross-sectoral collaboration between culture and science,as well as culture and education.Guided by Xi Jinping Thought on Culture,China should further leverage the advantages of UNESCO as a global cultural governance platform to share its concepts and experience in protecting and realizing cultural rights with the international community.Through the Global Civilization Initiative,China can lead and shape the emerging international agenda on cultural rights and promote the progress of international human rights and the building of a community with a shared future for mankind.
文摘BACKGROUND Unintended pregnancy occurs when an individual or couple conceives without planning or desire,which can potentially affect a child’s physical,mental,and social well-being.This can then lead to long-term socioeconomic challenges for families and communities.Although its impact on child growth and development is a pressing concern,research remains limited particularly in multicenter settings.AIM To examine the long-term consequences of unintended pregnancy on the critical years of early childhood growth and development.METHODS This analytical observational study employed a case-control design and was conducted in research centers across Indonesia,encompassing those located in Central Java,Lampung,Bali,and West Nusa Tenggara.A total of 700 children aged≤5 years with histories of intended or unintended pregnancies participated.Data collection involved structured interviews and direct anthropometric and developmental assessments.Data analyses were conducted using multivariate statistics and partial least squares structural equation modeling.RESULTS Unintended pregnancy was found to have a statistically significant effect on both child growth(t=8.178;P<0.001)and child development(t=25.688;P<0.001).Key growth problems identified included underweight,undernutrition,abnormal head circumference,and stunting.Developmental challenges prominently associated with unintended pregnancy included behavioral and emotional disorders,autism spectrum disorder,attentiondeficit/hyperactivity disorder,social and motor skill deficits,as well as visual and hearing impairments.CONCLUSION Unintended pregnancy significantly affects child growth and development,underscoring the need for early intervention,quality prenatal care,and strengthened family planning policies.
基金supported by Cultural and Ideological Progress Director Center of Ouhai District of Wenzhou(2024-135F).
文摘This study explores the cultural,social,and academic adaptation experiences of international students in Wenzhou,China.Based on surveys and interviews with 52 students from 20 countries—predominantly Morocco—the research investigates key challenges and coping strategies related to local integration.The findings indicate that while Wenzhou offers a generally supportive academic environment—enhanced by AI integration and practical teaching methods—language barriers continue to hinder students’daily life,academic engagement,and social interactions.Limited Mandarin proficiency made it difficult for many students to build friendships with locals and navigate everyday tasks.Cultural adaptation also presented obstacles,particularly in adjusting to local food and social norms.Despite these challenges,students employed various strategies to facilitate integration,such as attending HSK language courses,watching Chinese media,and initiating conversations with local peers.While most participants described the local community as welcoming,perceptions varied based on individual experiences and language ability.The study highlights the importance of enhanced language support and structured cross-cultural exchange initiatives in improving international students’experiences.It contributes to the broader discourse on international student mobility by offering insights from a second-tier Chinese city,emphasizing the role of institutional practices in shaping adaptation outcomes.
基金supported by the 2024“Special Research Project on the Application of Artificial Intelligence in Empowering Teaching and Education”of Zhejiang Province Association of Higher Education(KT2024165).
文摘While artificial intelligence(AI)shows promise in education,its real-world effectiveness in specific settings like blended English as a Foreign Language(EFL)learning needs closer examination.This study investigated the impact of a blended teaching model incorporating AI tools on the Superstar Learning Platform for Chinese university EFL students.Using a mixed-methods approach,60 first-year students were randomized into an experimental group(using the AI-enhanced model)and a control group(traditional instruction)for 16 weeks.Data included test scores,learning behaviors(duration,task completion),satisfaction surveys,and interviews.Results showed the experimental group significantly outperformed the control group on post-tests and achieved larger learning gains.These students also demonstrated greater engagement through longer study times and higher task completion rates,and reported significantly higher satisfaction.Interviews confirmed these findings,with students attributing benefits to the model’s personalized guidance,structured content presentation(knowledge graphs),immediate responses,flexibility,and varied interaction methods.However,limitations were noted,including areas where the platform’s AI could be improved(e.g.,for assessing speaking/translation)and ongoing challenges with student self-discipline.The study concludes that this AI-enhanced blended model significantly improved student performance,engagement,and satisfaction in this EFL context.The findings offer practical insights for educators and platform developers,suggesting AI integration holds significant potential while highlighting areas for refinement.
文摘High-rise housing is being built in increasingly densely populated urban residential areas in Tokyo,Japan.On the other hand,detached houses are built on small,subdivided sites.In urban residential areas where detached houses are lined up,many elements related to daily life are located near roadside space and spill out onto the road.This is a distinctive modern urban residential landscape.The purpose of this study is to get closer to the reality of urban residential life.For that,we will consider the characteristics and roles of elements related to daily life that can be observed in many areas around roadside space in an urban residential area lined with detached houses,in urban living environments.This study focuses on the detached residential area of Bunkyo Ward.A field survey will be conducted to investigate the amount of elements related to daily life that can be observed from the road.In addition,we will conduct a questionnaire survey of residents in the survey area regarding their use of and awareness of the roadside space.Finally,we will investigate the relationship between lifestyle factors and urban residential life from both quantitative and qualitative perspectives.
文摘Carbon dioxide(CO_(2))is often monitored as a convenient yardstick for indoor air safety,yet its ability to stand in for pathogen-laden aerosols has never been settled.To probe the question,we reproduced an open-plan office at full scale(7.2m×5.2m×2.8m)and introduced a breathing plume that carried 4% CO_(2),together with a polydisperse aerosol spanning 0.5–10μm(1320 particles s^(−1)).Inlet air was supplied at 0.7,1.4,and 2.1 m s^(−1),and the resulting fields were simulated with a Realisable k–εRANS model coupled to Lagrangian particle tracking.Nine strategically placed probes provided validation;the calibrated solution deviated fromthe experiment by 58 ppm for CO_(2)(8.1%RMSE)and 0.008 m s^(−1)for velocity(15.7%RMSE).Despite this agreement,gas and particles behaved in sharply different ways.Room-averaged CO_(2)varied by<15%,whereas the aerosol mass rose to almost three-fold the background within slowmoving corner vortices.Sub-micron particles stayed aloft along streamlines,while those≥5μmpeeled away and settled on nearby surfaces.The divergence shows that neither the CO_(2)level nor themeanageof air,taken in isolation,delineates all high-exposure zones.We therefore recommend that ventilation design be informed by a composite diagnosis that couples gas data,size-resolved particle measurements,and rapid CFD appraisal.
基金2024 Jiangsu Normal University Postgraduate Research and Practice Innovation Program(Project No.:2024XKT1750)。
文摘This study adopts a communication studies perspective,employing Lasswell’s“5W”model as the theoretical framework and integrating the“6W”elements of translation communication to systematically examine the translation and dissemination model of the English version of Mo Yan’s novel“Life and Death Are Wearing Me Out,”translated by Howard Goldblatt.By analyzing key elements such as communication content,translator strategies,dissemination channels,and reader reception,the study elucidates the intrinsic mechanisms behind the work’s successful overseas dissemination.The findings reveal that effective communication stems from the synergistic interplay of four dimensions:the intercultural adaptability of the work itself,the translator’s agential mediation,diversified dissemination channels,and reader-oriented translation strategies.This research provides theoretical and practical insights for promoting Chinese literature globally,demonstrating that successful intercultural communication requires an integrated approach encompassing the work,translator,channels,and reader research.
文摘A distinguished category of operational fluids,known as hybrid nanofluids,occupies a prominent role among various fluid types owing to its superior heat transfer properties.By employing a dovetail fin profile,this work investigates the thermal reaction of a dynamic fin system to a hybrid nanofluid with shape-based properties,flowing uniformly at a velocity U.The analysis focuses on four distinct types of nanoparticles,i.e.,Al2O3,Ag,carbon nanotube(CNT),and graphene.Specifically,two of these particles exhibit a spherical shape,one possesses a cylindrical form,and the final type adopts a platelet morphology.The investigation delves into the pairing of these nanoparticles.The examination employs a combined approach to assess the constructional and thermal exchange characteristics of the hybrid nanofluid.The fin design,under the specified circumstances,gives rise to the derivation of a differential equation.The given equation is then transformed into a dimensionless form.Notably,the Hermite wavelet method is introduced for the first time to address the challenge posed by a moving fin submerged in a hybrid nanofluid with shape-dependent features.To validate the credibility of this research,the results obtained in this study are systematically compared with the numerical simulations.The examination discloses that the highest heat flux is achieved when combining nanoparticles with spherical and platelet shapes.
文摘MiguelÁngel Asturias’work titled Men of Maize stands as a significant masterpiece within the realm of Latin American magical realism literature.It unfolds and discloses the profound and abiding antagonism that exists between Indian culture and modern capitalism by means of a prose narrative that is rendered in a poeticized fashion,replete with rich mythological symbols as well as complex social conflicts that are intricately interwoven.This paper undertakes an analysis across four distinct aspects,namely the backdrop or setting against which the work was created,the very definition along with the characteristic features that are emblematic of magical realism,the context or background within which it came into being and subsequently developed,and the specific and tangible manifestations of the magical realist writing techniques as they are exemplified in Men of Maize.The study that has been conducted reveals that Men of Maize manages to demonstrate the historical fissure or divide and the cultural antagonism that pervades Latin American society through the employment of techniques such as the clash of cultures,a non-traditional narrative structure that breaks away from the norm,and the symbolism associated with deities.Moreover,it simultaneously engages in a profound and incisive reflection upon the marginalization of traditional culture during the course of the modernization process.The creative output of Asturias is not solely a critique leveled at the social reality of Latin America;rather,it also represents an exploration of the common issues and challenges that are faced by mankind at large,thereby laying down an important and substantial foundation for the further development of magical realism literature.
