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Advanced spatial query processing in IoT through mobile agent integration
Authors: Ameur Imane , Ameur Iyad , Ameur Mohamed El Amine
Published: October 2024

In IoT environments, various applications and protocols rely on spatial query processing to obtain, analyze, and interpret information from sensor nodes based on their location within a specific area. It enables the efficient monitoring and management of spatial data, which is crucial for applications such as environmental monitoring, smart cities, and disaster response. By querying the location and status of sensor nodes, spatial query processing facilitates real-time decision-making, optimizes resource allocation, and enhances the overall performance of the IoT system.This paper focuses on Window queries, a key spatial query type that retrieves data from sensors within a defined two-dimensional zone. The research aims to improve spatial query processing in IoT environments by proposing a Window query processing method that balances various performance factors such as energy efficiency, latency, accuracy, and query success rate. We introduce a novel approach using mobile agents to enhance spatial query processing by addressing the constraints of sensor networks. Simulation results from the NS-2 simulator demonstrate the effectiveness of our method across different parameters and environments.
Petitions, Pamphleteering, and Thomas Paine: The International Networks of the Exiled United Irishmen, 1798–1800
Authors: MacGiollabhuí Muiris
Published: October 2024

Muiris MacGiollabhuí explores the ways in which the United Irishmen's use of pamphlets and petitions—classic instruments of eighteenth-century politicking—played an important role in their transition from rebellious subjects in Ireland to Painite cosmopolitans in the United States. This process, one of deradicalization, was informed by an international network of thinkers, from Thomas Paine to James Callender. The United Irishmen drew inspiration from Painite cosmopolitanism and applied it in the United States, and in doing so, helped lay the groundwork for a new political identity that stressed their legitimacy as American subjects.
Blue Sunglasses and New Habits: Female Correspondence Networks and the Irish Religious Diaspora
Authors: Cooper Sophie
Published: October 2024

During the nineteenth century female Irish religious orders established missions across the Irish diaspora which were designed with flexibility and adaptation in mind. The Sisters of Mercy's personal letter networks allowed these women, who were often very young, to continue their religious and technical “apprenticeship” while abroad. These letters enabled women in the diaspora to maintain a sense of consistency and belonging across the oceans: with their sisters in Ireland and elsewhere in the world on an ethnic and institutional level. Engaging with these letters as both intimate conversations and professional reflections presents opportunities for investigating how long-distance institutional memory was developed and a continuing connection to Ireland and Irishness maintained. This article moves the focus of ethnic culture brokers from the priest and bishop to the formal and informal networks of women religious who worked within a system designed for men. In doing so, it demonstrates that these letters provided an important extra layer to public global Irish networks, a layer which acted as both a whisper network and an opportunity for reflection on efficient methods for varied work in large, fluctuating, and cross-class ethnic communities.
Networks between Ireland and the Irish American Diaspora during the Northern Ireland Peace Process
Authors: White Timothy J.
Published: October 2024

This article explores the complex relationship between the network of actors in the United States and Ireland who sought to influence American foreign policy in the Northern Ireland peace process. These networks operated in civil society, representing numerous Irish American organizations linking corporate and church leaders and the media to members of the Irish American diaspora in government to influence the United States’ diplomacy. These Irish American groups and individuals interested in influencing events in Northern Ireland were linked with a wide array of governmental and non-governmental actors in Ireland. Often, Americans were quite deferential to leaders and groups in Ireland and Northern Ireland who sought to mobilize the Irish diaspora in the United States for their cause. Thus, the United States’ role in Ireland and Northern Ireland was not that of a hegemonic power but one of an empathetic actor responding to developments and cues provided by various actors in the Irish context. Transatlantic networking, made more possible due to technological changes in communication and transportation, facilitated increased exchanges of ideas, agents, and information. These networks allowed groups across the Atlantic to elicit support for local groups in Northern Ireland and mobilize the US government to play a political and diplomatic role in the conflict and peace process. Ultimately, the majority of Irish Americans moved from supporting the nationalist/republican side in the early years of the Troubles to becoming strong supporters of the peace process in the 1990s.
Locating Irishness in the “Belfast of this Great Dominion”: Toronto, 1841–1926
Authors: Jenkins William
Published: October 2024

Through an exploration of how readings of Irish ethnic identity were produced, reproduced, and modified in Toronto between 1841 and 1926, this article contributes an urban-scale study to research on global Irishness. In the mid-nineteenth century, Toronto numbered among the most Irish of North American cities, and Catholics and Protestants of Irish birth and ancestry were touched by two nineteenth-century political projects that reached global levels of significance. The first concerned the attempted resurrection of the “Irish nation” through the return of a self-governing Dublin parliament by either constitutional or violent means. The second was the ongoing expansion of Britain's empire, a geo-political entity for which the Irish in Canada displayed varying degrees of affection through the century. For these projects, Toronto can be seen as both an Irish diasporic and British imperial location of importance. The study is informed by scholarship cautioning against the essentializing of any ethnic group as a transhistorical entity with consensual goals, and it considers the role of ethno-political entrepreneurs within the historical cycle of ethnic group-making.
STAGED EMBOLIZATION OF A DOUBLE ARTERIOVENOUS MALFORMATION IN ADULTS
Authors: AHMED A , BAWNA . , FARID MI , ABURABEE AI , AHMED SN , AHMAD I , KHAN AA
Published: October 2024

Arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) are rare vascular anomalies where abnormal connections form between arteries and veins, bypassing the capillary network that typically regulates blood flow. Objective: The study's main objective is to find the staged embolization of a double arteriovenous malformation in adults. Methods: This prospective observational study was conducted at Fatima Jinnah Medical University, Lahore, from January 2022 to January 2023. A total of 125 adult patients diagnosed with double AVMs were included in the study. Patients aged > 18 years and with confirmed double AVMs (detected on imaging), no previous AVM treatment, and who were eligible for embolization based on clinical and imaging findings were included in the study. Results: Data were collected from 125 patients with a mean age of 45.2 ± 5.46 years. The gender distribution was 56% male (70 patients) and 44% female (55 patients). The average size of the arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) was 4.8 cm, ranging from 2.5 to 6.5 cm. According to the Spetzler-Martin grading system, most patients were classified as Grade III (44%), followed by Grade II and IV (20% each), with 8% in both Grade I and V. The embolization treatment for the patients was conducted in multiple stages, with 40% undergoing 3 stages, 28% undergoing 4 stages, and 24% undergoing 2 stages. A smaller group (8%) required 5 stages of embolization. Onyx was the most commonly used embolic agent (64%), followed by n-butyl cyanoacrylate (28%) and coils (8%). The average interval between stages was 5.2 weeks. Conclusion: It is concluded that staged embolization is an effective and safe approach for managing double arteriovenous malformations (AVMs) in adults, offering high rates of occlusion while minimizing the risk of complications.
GENOMIC INSTABILITY IN ONION (ALLIUM CEPA L.) IRRIGATED WITH INDUSTRIAL WASTEWATER: A CYTOGENETIC STUDY
Authors: AFZAL A , REHMAN SU , JAN G , HAKEEM A , ATTA S , BUGTI MK , TARIQ M , AKRAM M
Published: October 2024

Wastewater negatively affects the production of plants. The impact can vary depending on the wastewater content and the sensitivity of the plant type. The purpose of the current study was to look at the hazardous effects of wastewater from the steel and rubber industries on onions (Allium cepa). Twenty-four pots were filled with soil. Three replicates are used in this study to investigate the impact on Allium cepa. To evaluate the level of toxicity of the rubber and steel industries' waste waters, three concentrations of each wastewater and a control were selected. The concentrations for rubber industry effluent were chosen: 80% (S1), 90% (S2), and 100% (S3) and for steel industry 80% (R1), 90% (R2), and 100% (R3). Wastewater treatment inhibited root development when compared to control. Genotoxic research at different intensities showed chromosomal abnormalities. As the concentrations increased, the mitotic index fell and chromosomal abnormalities grew. Chromosome bridges, nuclear budding, sticky and coagulated anaphase and metaphase, and other chromosome abnormalities were seen. Overall, it was shown that the application of wastewater from the steel sector and wastewater from the rubber business had a detrimental effect on plant growth. However, when compared to rubber industry wastewater, steel sector wastewater has a higher level of toxicity. Compared to rubber sector waste water, steel industry wastewater has a higher concentration of heavy metals.
The Impact of Age and Gender on Periodontal Conditions in Iraqi People: A Retrospective Study
Authors: Alwan Abdulkareem Hussain
Published: October 2024

Background: Periodontal disease is initially associated with a bacterial infection, such as dental plaque. With aging, the prevalence of periodontal diseases increases, and periodontal destruction in older individuals is due to cumulative damage rather than cumulative rates of devastation. Objective: To assess the effect of gender and age on periodontal health in selected Iraqi populations. Methods: The cross-sectional retrospective study analyzed the periodontal records of patients from October 2021 to June 2023. The study was conducted at the Dentistry Department, Al-Rafidain University College, Baghdad, Iraq. The sample was taken from patients who visited the periodontal department. A total of 508 subjects, with an age range of 10-69 years (35.23±10.25), participated in this study, including 287 males and 221 females. The sample was classified based on age and sex into 5 groups. The clinical evaluation includes plaque index (PLI), gingival index (GI), probing pocket depth (PPD), and clinical attachment loss (CAL). Results: The overall percentage of chronic gingivitis was 53.94%, while the percentage of chronic periodontitis was 46.06%. The 60–69-year-old group reported the highest rate of patients with chronic periodontitis. Additionally, the 10–19-year group showed the highest percentage of patients with chronic gingivitis. Conclusions: The prevalence of chronic periodontitis increases with age, and it is higher among females than males. Clinical periodontal parameters such as plaque index, probing pocket depth, and clinical attachment level are higher in older age groups than in younger age groups.
Time budget for activity pattern and food selection in Indian Gazelle (Gazella gazella bennetti) in arid region in Rajasthan, India
Authors: Solanki G.
Published: October 2024

Indian gazelle (Gazella gazella bennetti) commonly known as Chinkara was observed at Dhorimanna of Barmer District, one of the district of the Thar Desert, in Rajasthan to understand the diurnally activity pattern and time allocated to various activities, viz., grazing, walking, standing and rest. Gazelle showed two major activity namely grazing and rest wherein devoted nearly equal time 43.9% and 40.9% respectively which comprised of 85% of total time. The grazing peaks were in the morning and evening hours. The peak of rest was in the hours where grazing is minimum or nil. Other two activities standing and walking were insignificant. Indian gazelle ate 19 species out of 36 species available in natural habitat. Almost all part of plants were consumed. The browser nature of gazelle is confirmed.
Influence of Glomus mosseae, phosphorus and drought stress on the nodulation and nutrient content of Acacia nilotica and Dalbergia sissoo seedlings
Authors: Kaushik J. , Dabas Parmod , Kumar Rakesh
Published: October 2024

Glomus mosseae inoculation significantly increased number of nodules in both the tree species but to varied extent. Acacia nilotica exhibited higher number of nodules. VAM inoculation significantly increased N, P and K concentration of root and shoot in both the tree species whereas P fertilization increased P in shoots of A. nilotica. Roots exhibited significantly higher N and P in A. nilotica and phosphorus and potassium in D. sissoo.
Curculio sikkimensis, a major pest of oaks in mid-hills of Himachal Pradesh
Authors: Sharma Ajay , Verma T.
Published: October 2024

Oak forests are dwindling in the Western Himalayan region. Curculio sikkimensis which is a pest of Oak acorns may be considered as one of the major causes which has resulted in decrease in natural regeneration. All the three instars of larvae were observed to feed on the endosperm tissue of the acorns. The third instar larvae usually ate away almost the whole endosperm and turned it into frass. The extent of damage was found to be higher in the pure forests (81.6%) than as compared to the scrub forests (48%). Infestation was found to be higher in case of the acorns collected from the tree crown than as compared to the acorns collected from the forest floor.
Numerical Advancements: A Duel between Euler-Maclaurin and Runge-Kutta for Initial Value Problem
Authors:   Department of Mathematics, Al Zaytoonah University, Amman 11733, Jordan, Iqbal Iqbal ,   Department of Mathematics, Jadara University, P.O. Box 733, Irbid, P.C. 21110, Jordan,   Faculty of Education and Arts, Sohar University, Sohar 3111, Oman; Jadara Research Center, Jadara University, Irbid 21110, Jordan,   Applied science private university, Amman 11937, Jordan,   Department of Mathematics, Al Zaytoonah University, Amman 11733, Jordan,   Nonlinear Dynamics Research Center (NDRC), Ajman University, Ajman 346, UAE; Department of Mathematics, The University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan, Alomari Mohammad W. , Anakira Nidal , Meqdad Saad , Jebril Iqbal H. , Momani Shaher
Published: October 2024

This work is dedicated to advancing the approximation of initial value problems through the introduction of an innovative and superior method inspired by the Euler-Maclaurin formula. This results in a higher-order implicit corrected method that outperforms the Runge-Kutta method in terms of accuracy. We derive an error bound for the Euler-Maclaurin higher-order method, showcasing its stability, convergence, and greater efficiency compared to the conventional Runge-Kutta method. To substantiate our claims, numerical experiments are provided, highlighting the exceptional efficiency of our proposed method over the traditional well-known methods. In conclusion, the proposed method consistently outperforms the Runge-Kutta method experimentally in all practical problems.
The Impact of the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism on Chinas Exports and Suggestions on Countermeasures
Authors: Chen Zhuo
Published: October 2024

The European Parliament plans to gradually introduce the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism in 2023, with a complete implementation set for 2026. As an essential trading partner of the EU, China will shoulder an additional carbon border tariff due to the lack of low-carbon technology and the dependence on extensive development patterns. These extra costs will undermine the profit margins of Chinas carbon-intensive industry sectors, possibly resulting in decreased exports and a restructuring of production. The latest estimate of the exact costs of Chinas embedded carbon exports to the EU is a problem that has received limited academic attention. Using the IPCC carbon emission accounting methodology and non-competitive single-region input-output analysis, this research precisely measures the embedded carbon in Chinas exports to the EU for the nine most affected industries. Furthermore, this study quantifies the impact of the CBAM on Chinas exports of these nine industry sectors. The findings suggest that China should improve the domestic carbon emission trading system and take the initiative to participate in formulating a carbon pricing consultation and dialogue mechanism, mitigating the negative impact of the EU CBAM on exports.
Evolution and Implications During the Epidemic-Contemplation on the Robust Communities amid the Group Purchase Trend amid the Shanghai Outbreak
Authors: Hong Zhanbo
Published: October 2024

In March 2020, Shanghai experienced an outbreak of an epidemic and implemented several months of territory-wide static management. The community was the smallest closure and control unit for grid control. This thesis uses questionnaire interviews, literature review, and correlation analysis to study the phenomenon of community chiefs and regimentation during the Shanghai outbreak, taking the Shannan Estate in Shanghai as an example. This paper reports that the headman model has improved the mechanism and mode of grassroots work, tapped elite talents, and established a mechanism of community self-organisation and multi-party participation oriented to the needs of residents in the social aspect. In the spatial aspect, the construction of a five-minute community living circle was combined with the improvement of the mechanism of composite use of community facilities. This statement will have a positive impact on strengthening community resilience and promoting sustainable development in the post-epidemic era.
Development and Improvement of Celebrity Foundations in China
Authors: Li Yaxuan
Published: October 2024

As a form of contemporary philanthropic organizations, celebrity foundations have emerged as a new entity in the field of social charity. Supported by the personal identity and influence of celebrities, the development of celebrity foundations is significantly influenced by their fame and impact. Compared to traditional foundations, celebrity foundations possess broader influence and quicker fundraising capabilities. However, Chinese celebrity foundations also encounter challenges during operation, such as excessive reliance on celebrity effects, insufficient management capabilities, lack of transparency, and insufficient specialization. In response to these challenges, celebrity foundations should improve in the following aspects: firstly, celebrity foundations should moderately separate from celebrities and establish their own brand and credibility. Secondly, internal governance structures need further enhancement, with increased supervision and standardization of fund utilization and project management, as well as collaboration with professional teams to provide more specialized support for celebrity foundations. Lastly, talent recruitment and cultivation should be emphasized to establish a specialized team belonging to the foundations brand, thus enhancing the foundations management level and operational efficiency.
An Analysis of Wearable Device Design for Pet Cats Based on Emotional Design Theory
Authors: Zhang Changchang
Published: October 2024

With the booming development of the pet market in China, smart devices for pets are becoming increasingly diverse. While wearable smart products for pets, particularly pet cats, have begun to take shape, existing products often overlook the emotional needs between owners and pets while meeting basic pet needs. This paper proposes a design methodology for wearable devices for pet cats based on emotional design theory. By constructing interview outlines and questionnaires, this study delves into pet owners' emotional needs. Analyzing the survey results reveals user expectations for wearable devices for pet cats, providing a basis for subsequent designs. Finally, based on design scheme guidelines, this paper proposes the functional points of wearable devices for pet cats based on emotional design theory.
Phonetic Transfer of Mandarin and English Vowels: Advantages and Challenges for Second-Language Learners
Authors: Ye Yuhuan
Published: October 2024

This paper discusses the phonological migration of the Mandarin vowel system to the American vowel system during second language acquisition. To this end, six Mandarin-speaking Chinese students who received English certificates are selected for analysis in this paper. In addition, experimental results from previous studies are utilized for further phonological comparisons, and a perception task and an articulation task are used to compare similar vowel combinations in the Chinese and English vowel systems. The perception task is designed to assess the participants' ability to distinguish similar vowels in different vowel systems, while the articulation task utilized Praat software to acoustically analyze the participants' vowel and word pronunciation, standard English pronunciation, and Chinese vowel pronunciation. The pronunciation values are compared with the standard pronunciation values, and the relationship between similarity and learning difficulty is established to test the hypotheses. The results shows that Chinese students are influenced by the Chinese vowel system and are unable to distinguish similar vowel combinations. Therefore, the higher the similarity between English vowels and Chinese vowels, the better the acquisition effect.
Research on McLuhan's Media Theory
Authors: Li Qi
Published: October 2024

McLuhan is a master of media theory in the 20th century, who put forward influential media theories such as "Global Village", "The medium is the message", "The medium is an extension of the human being. He put forward influential media theories such as "Global Village", "Media is Information", "Media is an Extension of Human", and so on. McLuhan's profound insights and interdisciplinary thinking have had a profound impact on contemporary communication and art theories, and have helped to understand the interaction between the media and human beings in modern society. This paper examines McLuhan's media theory and consists of three parts: an introduction, two main chapters and a conclusion. The introduction part mainly explains the origin of the selected topic, and clarifies the innovation of this paper's research as well as the research methodology. The first chapter of the main text part discusses the relationship between media and communication, and the division of hot and cold media in turn. The second chapter discusses the dialectical relationship between media and contemporary art and technology from the perspectives of epistemology of media technology and media aesthetics, which is of great practical significance for us to correctly understand the relationship between media technology and human beings and society. The conclusion part summarizes the inevitability of McLuhan's media theory ideas, and further composes and elaborates that McLuhan's media theory is somewhat innovative.
An Exploration of Mother-daughter Painful Relationship in Feminist Cinema with Patriarchal Structures: A Case Study of Spring Tide
Authors: Ma Kaihang
Published: October 2024

This article focuses on the mother-daughter painful relationship in Chinese feminist cinema, taking Spring Tide as an example, to explore the formation, manifestation and impact of this relationship in the context of the patriarchal structure. The film focuses on a three-generation story of mother-daughter relationships between an unmarried mother, Guo Jianbo, with her illegitimate daughter, Guo Wanting, and her single mother, Ji Minglan. As a female-centred film, the stereotypical image of mother and daughter is transformed in Spring Tide. In the ambivalence of the mother's love and hatred for her daughter, and the daughter's affection and rivalry for her mother, this film reveals the unique psychological structure and mode of relationship between females. Based on Lacan's "mirror stage" theory, this article highlights the function and plight of the mirroring between mother and daughter in the process of self-identification. In the patriarchal regime, the lack of female discourse leads the daughter to construct her ideal-ego in the mirror image of her mother but the alienated image in the mirror constrains the daughter's self-consciousness, which forms a complex relationship. It not only reflects the female-dominated diversified female relationship, but also implies the subjectivity plight of females in the patriarchal society. With the analysis of Spring Tide, this article discloses the profound significance of the mother-daughter painful relationship in feminist cinema which provides a new perspective for understanding the subjectivity of female discourse and suggests considerations for addressing the mother-daughter tension in future research.
The Interaction Between Japanese Buddhism and Christianity in the Meiji Period
Authors: Wen Shaoming
Published: October 2024

Although initially fraught with tension, spanning roughly two decades, Buddhists employed various strategies to combat the spread of Christianity and uphold their traditional values. As the 1890s dawned, a new wave of Buddhists emerged, spearheading the reconstruction of Japanese Buddhism through processes of secularization and westernization in alignment with the currents of the Meiji Restoration. This paper delves into the intricate relationship between Buddhism and Christianity in Japan following the Perry Expedition. By scrutinizing the writings and orations of numerous Buddhist leaders spanning the period from the 1860s to the 1890s, this paper elucidates the multifaceted conflicts and interactions between Japanese Buddhism and Christianity. A nuanced analysis of their endeavors, reveals the evolving dynamics and strategies employed by both religions in navigating their coexistence in Japan's religious landscape, where both involuntarily made corresponding relative changes to be involved in social trends and Japanese traditions. This paper also discusses the cooperation and potential union between the two religions at the beginning of the 19th century, when New Buddhists received education in Western philosophy and examined Christianity. In short, the Buddhist-Christian relationship underwent a conversion from opponents to equal religion, even collaboratively enforcing social justice and care.
Research on the Relationship Between Technology and Art
Authors: Wang Kaiping
Published: October 2024

With the development of technology, the maturity of AI technology has enabled most people to experience artistic creation. In this way, the relationship between art and technology has become a hot topic in academia. This paper examines the intricate relationship between technology and art, focusing on their mutual influence. Using literature reading and analysis, the study explores the advantages and challenges of integrating technology with art. This article will explore from the following three perspectives: First, the impact of camera technology on impressionism; Second, the influence of industrialization on pop art; Third, the use of artificial intelligence in modern art. From these three angles, it can be seen that art and technology are mutually reinforcing. Technology drives the innovation of art, and in turn, art promotes the iteration of technology.
Study on the Functions and Design Techniques of Urban Parks in the Context of Post-1949 Urban Development - Case Study of Xian, China
Authors: Yu Yichen
Published: October 2024

The urban park is an important part of the urban green space system and an essential factor in promoting sustainable development and urban transformation. The functions and corresponding design methods of urban parks also reflect the background and development requirements of different periods. In response to the requirements of urban development in different periods, parks in Xian have gradually changed from a single function of recreation to a function of cultural exchange and, in recent years, to a function of habitat protection. In order to better discuss and analyze characteristics and provide inspiration for further study, the article aims to divide the period from 1949 to 2020 into four stages according to the historical background, and make a comparative analysis according to the corresponding overall planning requirements and examples. The study will combine data with field visits to representative parks from four periods and analyze the relevance of their design and impact to the requirements of the times.The renovation of ancient gardens lays the foundation for the construction of parks, the protection and development of cultural heritage sites increases the role of parks in cultural construction, and the development and construction of ecological wetlands increases the function and role of parks in the construction of ecological civilisation. It can be concluded that the function of the park is also correspondingly related to its design approach.
Research and Application of Intelligent Pedestrian Traffic Light System
Authors: Zhang Yining
Published: October 2024

This study aims to develop an intelligent pedestrian traffic light system that utilizes artificial intelligence and visual learning technology to optimize the intelligent management of traffic lights, in order to improve traffic efficiency, reduce traffic congestion, reduce the incidence of traffic accidents, and provide people with a safer and more convenient travel environment. The research team uses high-definition cameras to capture pedestrians and vehicles in real-time, and uses computer vision technology for pedestrian and vehicle detection and feature extraction. Through age classification and feature extraction, a population transit time model was constructed, and the model was optimized to improve prediction accuracy. The model was applied to traffic management for decision-making. In addition, the research also involves traffic flow analysis and real-time adjustment mechanisms, as well as the construction and application of pedestrian and vehicle models. Discover traffic patterns through data mining techniques and develop corresponding traffic management strategies. The construction and optimization adjustments of the predictive model support the implementation of the decision control model, which is based on data-driven and algorithmic optimization. The effectiveness of the model has been verified through simulation experiments and on-site testing. Finally, machine learning was used to recognize pedestrians, vehicles, and movement directions, and deep learning was applied to construct a prediction model, achieving intelligent control of pedestrian traffic lights.
Linguistic Diversity and Inclusion: Exploring International Students Attitudes Towards Their Own Accents and Those of Native English Speakers
Authors: Zeng Yangqianhui
Published: October 2024

International students studying in English-speaking countries represent a diverse linguistic background and may exhibit varying degrees of accent, which can influence their self-perception and their perception of others. Accordingly, the paper examines the attitudes of international students toward their own accents and those of native English speakers, with particular emphasis on their adaptation processes in academic and social contexts. In this paper, semi-structured interviews were conducted with undergraduate and postgraduate students from China, with varying levels of English proficiency and length of residence in the UK, which aims to elucidate the nuanced attitudes of international students towards accents and their adaptation strategies. The results show that while many students initially perceived British and American accents as prestigious and attempted to imitate them, as they progressed through the language environment they were more inclined to prioritize effective communication and intelligibility over achieving a perfect native accent. This shift is consistent with existing literature, which emphasizes the importance of prioritizing clarity and mutual understanding. Inclusive language policies that prioritize linguistic diversity and communicative effectiveness, thereby fostering learning environments that are conducive to language acquisition.
The Development Potential of Urbanization in China's Third-tier Cities: A Case Study of Taizhou Area
Authors: Xiao Xincheng
Published: October 2024

With the acceleration of China's urbanization process, the development potential of third-tier cities has become increasingly prominent, becoming an important part of the national urbanization strategy. Taking the Taizhou area as an example, this study first conducts a comprehensive evaluation of the current status of urbanization development in Taizhou, aiming to reveal its development level and characteristics in various aspects such as economy, society, culture, and environment. On this basis, a multi-dimensional evaluation system including urbanization level, quality of citizenization, urban functions, and urban governance is constructed to comprehensively consider Taizhou's performance in several key areas of urbanization development. In terms of data processing, the study uses the Taizhou Statistical Yearbook from 2018 to 2022 and other related reports as the main data sources to ensure the comprehensiveness and accuracy of the evaluation. Through the dimensionless processing of data and the weights of indicators determined by the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP), the development potential of urbanization in Taizhou was quantified and evaluated. The research results show that the urbanization development in Taizhou has shown a steady growth trend, especially significant progress in the quality of citizenization and urban functions, but there is still room for improvement in some key areas. Based on the research results, targeted policy recommendations are proposed: first, to improve the quality of citizenization, including deepening the reform of the household registration system and improving the level of public services; second, to optimize the pattern of urbanization, strengthen regional collaborative development and county town construction; third, to promote the construction of new types of cities, covering the improvement of urban innovation capabilities and the construction of smart cities; fourth, to deepen the integrated development of urban and rural areas, promote resource sharing and coordinated economic growth, aiming to guide Taizhou to achieve more balanced and sustainable urbanization development, and provide a reference for similar cities.
The Emergence of Chinese Popular Music in Vietnamese Lyrics (nhc Hoa li Vit), 1979-1995
Authors: Chik Nicholas
Published: October 2024

This paper studies the cultural phenomenon of nhc Hoa li Vit, a (sub)genre of nhc Vng music that blends Chinese melodies with Vietnamese lyrics which first gained prominence among the Vietnamese diaspora in the 1980s. The paper traces the historical and cultural origins of nhc Hoa li Vit in translations and adaptations of Chinese popular music, outlining three major historical periods. The first period spanning from 1979-1986, encompasses the genres emergence in Vietnamese refugee communities following the Sino-Vietnamese War, influenced by the popularity of Cantonese wuxia TV dramas. The second period from 1986-1995 marks the genres commercial flourishing due to the i mi policy. The final period after 1995 marks the fundamental transformation of the genre following the normalization of relations between the United States and Vietnam, when, energized by the possibility of returning to Vietnam, nhc Hoa li Vit shed the final vestiges of the melancholic and sentimental style it inherited from wartime nhc Vng and became its own genre. This paper examines the importance of nhc Hoa li Vit in shaping the Vietnamese exiled identity and analyzes how the practice of translation allowed the diasporic community to give expression to its refugee experience. The paper helps uncover a new kind of musical fusion that developed from an exiled culture in a transpacific context.
Research on the Impact of Internet Language on Communication
Authors: Yang Yixuan
Published: October 2024

In the modern period social media has tremendously affected linguistic norms with the prevalent usage of Internet language, which has become an integral part of our digital interactions. From its modest beginnings in early chat rooms to its current ubiquitous presence across social media platforms, comprehending a new Internet term and delighting in its usage can open up an entirely new world of connections and expressions. This article explores the impact of internet language on daily communication. It analyses the main types of internet slang, highlighting the emergence of new linguistics strategies, including symbol graphics, emojis, numerical codes and abbreviated words. It also discusses the characteristics of internet slang and its impact on communication, emphasizing the numerous merits of internet languages, while acknowledging the challenges posed by their informal nature, such as the barriers to information dissemination. Additionally, the article underscores the need to adopt measures to improve the effectiveness of internet terminology in communication and manage its impact consciously and positively.
Fluid Modernity and Virtual Communities: An Analysis of the Popularity of MBTI on Social Media
Authors: Wang Maoxuan
Published: October 2024

This paper, rooted in Zygmunt Baumans theory of modernity, examines the formation of virtual communities and the characteristics of liquid modernity as manifested in the widespread phenomenon of Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) on social media. As a psychological assessment tool, MBTI has pervaded social media platforms, engendering virtual communities characterized by high fluidity and consumerist tendencies. Through participatory observation and online ethnography, this study delves into the MBTI virtual communities on the "Xiaohongshu" platform, exploring their consumerism-driven formation mechanisms and cultural attributes. In modern society, virtual communities exhibit dynamic stability and structural elasticity, with identity constantly being reshaped and redefined within these virtual spaces. The popularity of MBTI underscores the anxieties surrounding identity in contemporary society and reflects the liquid nature of modern identity formation. Under the influence of technology and consumerism, virtual communities have emerged as a significant social form in modern society.
The King: The Identity Construction of Duke of Zhou in Jinteng in the Pre-imperial Period
Authors: Tang Jialu
Published: October 2024

The Jinteng () is a famous chapter in the Shangshu. In addition to the Shangshu, the bamboo slips in the collection of Qinghua University also contain a text about Zhou Wu Wang You Ji Sou Zi Yi Dai Xian Wang Zhi Zhi, and the overall plot is similar to the Shangshu Jinteng. This paper pays particular attention to the depictions of rituals in the two versions of the Jinteng of the pre-imperial period. With the help of the principle of sympathetic magic proposed by Frazer, it is concluded from the analysis of the ritual depictions and specific texts in the Jinteng that the identity of Zhou Gong may be constructed as an obscure King. However clarifying the changes in the construction of the identity of the Duke of Zhou, it is also possible to understand and expand the ideologies of different political systems behind the texts.
Economic Decisions and Cultural Trauma: A Sociological Exploration of Macro-level Policies and Societal Perceptions
Authors: Tang Yuman
Published: October 2024

The article delves into the intricate relationship between macroeconomic policies and cultural trauma. It argues that economic decisions, typically confined to corporate and legislative realms, significantly impact communities by shaping collective memories, identities, and psychological distress. The study highlights historical events like The Great Depression and the COVID-19 pandemic, underscoring their transformative impacts on societal consciousness and cultural narratives. The article emphasizes the role of macroeconomic choices, such as fiscal policies and trade agreements, in creating collective experiences that transcend economic outcomes. Using examples like trade liberalization in Brazil, it demonstrates how economic policies can lead to diverse societal perceptions and narratives. The article also examines the role of media, public discourse, and societal leaders in shaping public perceptions of these decisions. Central to the study are the contributions of cultural sociologists like Jeffrey C. Alexander, who propose that cultural trauma arises more from societal narratives around an event rather than the event itself. The study stresses the need for a comprehensive approach that integrates economic analysis with sociological insights, highlighting the importance of understanding economic decisions beyond their immediate financial implications. Conclusively, the article posits that macroeconomic decisions have profound and lasting impacts on societies, influencing collective identities and memories. It advocates for policies and scholarly approaches that acknowledge the broader societal ramifications of these decisions.
Digital Transformation for Cultural Sustainability: The Bolshoi Theatre Experience
Authors: Wang Yunjie
Published: October 2024

This paper studies the Bolshoi Theatre's digital transformation in cultural sustainability, focusing on innovation management and technology utilization, explores the critical need for cultural institutions to overcome hurdles and capitalize on opportunities provided by modern technologies, investigates the Bolshoi Theatres strategic ways of managing its digital transformation while preserving and improving its cultural history, its historical relevance and its digital projects, to reveal managerial obstacles, opportunities, and deep influences on both internal techniques and audience reviews. Key findings highlight the transformative significance of innovation management in changing market involvement via virtual performances, virtual reality reviews, and augmented reality programs. The study also emphasizes the need for knowing usage, as indicated by creating a centralized digital archive and combining device learning algorithms for customized target market interactions. This research contributes insights into managing cultural institutions in the digital age, with broader implications for strategic use of digital technology in cultural management.
Data Visualization of Bike Store Sales in Europe
Authors: Zhang Yilei
Published: October 2024

This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of bike sales and customer demographics in Europe based on a dataset obtained from Kaggle.com. The dataset covers the period from 2011 to 2016 and includes information on customer age, gender, product categories, order quantities, unit costs, unit prices, profit, and revenue. The analysis utilizes data visualization techniques to identify key trends, including the top-selling products, customer purchasing power across different age groups and customer genders, and product profit margins. The findings suggest opportunities for retailers to target specific customer segments and product categories to maximize profits. Additionally, the report highlights the growing popularity of cycling as a sport and a healthy lifestyle choice, indicating a potential for increased demand in the bike retail market. Overall, the insights provided in this report aim to assist retailer chains in developing effective strategies to capitalize on the opportunities presented by the European bike sales market.
Economic Shifts and Cultural Transitions: Unraveling the Complexities of Gentrification in Urban Landscapes with the Case of SoHo in New York City
Authors: Dai Mingzhi
Published: October 2024

With the continuously changing urban landscape since the early 20th century, influenced by various economic and social factors, this paper investigates the impact of urban gentrification on diverse community groups, especially in metropolises. Examining housing, economic, and cultural dimensions, the study explores the challenges and opportunities within dynamic urban landscapes. Focused on SoHo, New York City (NYC), once an artistic haven, the research employs the lens of gentrification to analyze disparities in housing accessibility and cultural preservation. Additionally, it assesses the economic implications of sustainability initiatives on various socioeconomic strata, unraveling their influence on urban community fabric. Through a concise exploration, the study contributes nuanced insights into the complexities of gentrification and sustainable urban development, given the impact on the original artistic community, long-time residents, and small businesses that have faced challenges or displacement in the wake of rising property values, using SoHo as a case study to deepen our understanding of economic shifts and cultural transitions in urban landscapes.
Sustainable Waste Management in Urban Area - A Case Study of the Waste Management of the Cities in China
Authors: Zhou Zihao
Published: October 2024

As urbanisation continues to accelerate, the integration of regional waste treatment capacity is becoming increasingly important and challenging nowadays, as economic development imbalances and environmental problems are becoming more prominent. An important component of urban development is the generation and management of municipal solid waste , and due to differences in socio-economic status, China's world-class metropolises such as Shanghai and medium-sized cities such as Xiamen are facing the same problem. This study attempts to explore the possibilities and prospects for sustainable waste management in China's future by comparing Xiamen with Shanghai, using relevant structural models and relevant research data within the city and the region. The introduction of the concept of waste-free cities also provides a greater diversity of options for future programmes. Finding effective strategies based on China's socio-economic and cultural conditions has implications for developing countries such as China in promoting the shift from waste management to a circular economy.
The Relationship Between Environment and Economy
Authors: Chen Zixin
Published: October 2024

In the recent decades, China has achieved significant economic growth, accompanied by environmental challenges, such as pollution and resource scarcity. These issues have raised concerns about the sustainability of its development model and impact on society. This paper mainly studies the impact of environmental change on national economy and society, and discusses whether the environmental change will affect the economic development and the national policies to mitigate the impact by consulting data and giving examples. The purpose of this research is to find out the factors that affect economic development and whether environmental changes affect economic development, and to give examples of Chinas solutions to environmental pollution. At the end of this paper, it will be explained that the pollution and destruction of the environment will not only affect the economic development, ecological balance, and have a negative impact on society, but also affect the health and survival of human beings.