Exploring the compatibility theory of traditional Chinese medicine formulae:the disassembled prescriptions study

Traditional Chinese medicine(TCM)has become very popular in the treatment of complex diseases worldwide in recent decades.Despite the promising performance of TCM,how herbs work synergistically in a formula and their therapeutic targets remain ambiguous.This largely limits the correct use and modernization of TCM formulas clinically.The study of disassembled prescriptions is important for investigating the compatibility theory of Chinese medicines.By dissecting the mechanisms of TCM formulae,the compatibility principles of some well-known formulae,such as Realgar-Indigo naturalis,have been elucidated to a certain extent.In this review,several common methods of disassembled prescription studies are summarized,including those of single herb or mineral,sub-prescription,active ingredients or effective parts,large formulae,and systems pharmacology studies,as well as the methods of grouping based on the properties or efficacy of Chinese medicines,in order to provide evidence for formulae study.Moreover,some challenges to be addressed in disassembled prescriptions studies have been identified in this review.

Structural and functional connectivity of the whole brain and subnetworks in individuals with mild traumatic brain injury:predictors of patient prognosis

Patients with mild traumatic brain injury have a diverse clinical presentation,and the underlying pathophysiology remains poorly understood.Magnetic resonance imaging is a non-invasive technique that has been widely utilized to investigate neuro biological markers after mild traumatic brain injury.This approach has emerged as a promising tool for investigating the pathogenesis of mild traumatic brain injury.G raph theory is a quantitative method of analyzing complex networks that has been widely used to study changes in brain structure and function.However,most previous mild traumatic brain injury studies using graph theory have focused on specific populations,with limited exploration of simultaneous abnormalities in structural and functional connectivity.Given that mild traumatic brain injury is the most common type of traumatic brain injury encounte red in clinical practice,further investigation of the patient characteristics and evolution of structural and functional connectivity is critical.In the present study,we explored whether abnormal structural and functional connectivity in the acute phase could serve as indicators of longitudinal changes in imaging data and cognitive function in patients with mild traumatic brain injury.In this longitudinal study,we enrolled 46 patients with mild traumatic brain injury who were assessed within 2 wee ks of injury,as well as 36 healthy controls.Resting-state functional magnetic resonance imaging and diffusion-weighted imaging data were acquired for graph theoretical network analysis.In the acute phase,patients with mild traumatic brain injury demonstrated reduced structural connectivity in the dorsal attention network.More than 3 months of followup data revealed signs of recovery in structural and functional connectivity,as well as cognitive function,in 22 out of the 46 patients.Furthermore,better cognitive function was associated with more efficient networks.Finally,our data indicated that small-worldness in the acute stage could serve as a predictor of longitudinal changes in connectivity in patients with mild traumatic brain injury.These findings highlight the importance of integrating structural and functional connectivity in unde rstanding the occurrence and evolution of mild traumatic brain injury.Additionally,exploratory analysis based on subnetworks could serve a predictive function in the prognosis of patients with mild traumatic brain injury.

A comparative investigation of an AB- and AA-stacked bilayer graphene sheet under an applied electric field:A density functional theory study

An AB-and AA-stacked bilayer graphene sheet （BLG） under an electric field is investigated by ab initio calculation. The interlayer distance between the two layers, band structures, and atomic charges of the system are investigated in the presence of different electric fields normal to the BLG. The AB-stacked BLG is able to tune the bandgap into 0.234 eV with the increase of the external electronic field to 1 V/nm, however, the AA-stacked BLG is not sensitive to the external electric field. In both the cases, the spacing between the BLG slightly change in terms of the electric field. The charges in the AB-stacked BLG are increased with the increase of the electric field, which is considered to be the reason that causes the bandgap opening in the AB-stacked BLG.

Study of Polymer Blends with Sub-cluster Theory PartⅠ Essential Concepts and Equations of Sub-cluster Theory

Various viscosity-composition curves of polymer blends are summarized in eight groups. To represent these curves. 'sub-cluster equations' are derived on the basis of so called 'sub-cluster theoryThe essential concepts of sub-cluster theory and the derivation of those 'Sub-cluster equations' are briefly introduced.

Using of Key Stratum Theory to Study the Structural Development of Roof Aquifer

During the underground mining of coal resources,overlying rocks on the roof of excavated tunnels will be destroyed due to ground pressure,and as a result,part of them will break and fall into the tunnels.How to determine the distribution of fractured areas and fissures presents a major problem for preserving the overlying aquifer.

Oderly accumulation theory of shale system petroleum resource and its prospecting significance-A case study of Chang 7 Member of Yanchang Formation in Ordos Basin

1 Introduction Shale formations bear abundant mineral resource and*unconventional petroleum resource,and the unconventional petroleum resource that contain in the shale formation should be integrated and researched.

The Theory Study of the Influence of the Topography on the Cold Frontal Motion

In order to study the characteristics of cold frontal motion over the arbitrary topography, the velocity of cold frontal movement is derived by using the one layer shallow-water model. The results show that there exist the retardation in upwind side and rapid descent in the lee slope when the cold front crosses the topography.

A Contrastive Study on the Two Chinese Versions of Anne of Green Gables Based on Skopos Theory

On the basis of the three major rules of Skopos theory,the author of this thesis makes great efforts to make a contrastive study on the two Chinese versions of the famous novel Anne of Green Gables,illustrating mainly from the perspectives of paragraph,syntax,diction and rhetoric as well as notes and omission.

An Analysis Into Ba Sentences Under Image Schema Theory——A Case Study of Words of Fire——Poems by Jidi Majia

The Ba sentence is unique existence in Chinese. There is no corresponding sentence pattern in English. Thus, the translation of Ba sentences is a challenge for translators. Even with the myriad analyses on the translation of Ba sentences, small quantity of them demonstrates the correctness and the reading effect of the translation by using a specific theory. And the image schema theory reflects the projects between the source domain and the target domain, while in the translation analysis there are schemata in the source language and the target language. So the paper does comparisons of schemata between the source text and the target text of Ba sentences, which are chosen from the English translation of Words of Fire—Poems by Jidi Majia translated by Denis Mair. After the demonstration, the following conclusions are found: First, the schema of the sentence is decided by verbs of the Ba sentences, rather than by the sentence structures;second, the image schema is a feasible tool to check correctness of Ba sentences translation.

Relevance Theory-based Cognitive Study on the Communication Effect of “China's Stories”

Telling the story of China and transmitting the voice of China has become a strategy to promote the national image and cultural soft power of China. Since its implementation in 2013, China has ushered in a significant change in communication ideas and approaches. This strategy also enriches the communication genres of "China's stories" and more importantly enhances its communication effect. In this context, it is necessary to understand and study the significance of this strategic practice, assess the value realization of "China's stories" during the communication process, and thereby establish a basis for future communication of more "China's stories." Based on the factors of relevance theory, this paper analyzes the ideas of and approaches to effective communication of "China's stories" and proposes corresponding strategies.

Study of Polymer Blends with Sub-cluster Theory Part 2 Comparison of PVC/ABS, PVC/SBS Blends

Series of PVC/ABS and PVC/SBS blends of composition 20/ 80. 40/ 60, 60 / 40 and 80 / 20were prepared in a screw extruder. The phase morphology, miscibility and rheological behaviour of two systems were investigated. The viscosity-composition plots were represented by sub-cluster equation, the various differences between two systems are interpreted with the equation parameters

A PRELIMINARY STUDY ON THE THEORY OF THE SECOND AND THIRD ORDER DERIVATIVE ADSORPTION CHRONOPOTENTIOMETRY FOR A REVERSIBLE REACTION

The equations of the second and third order derivative curves of time with respect to potential for a reversible process in adsorption chronopotentiometry are derived and experimentally verified.

A Cognitive Semantic Study on English Preposition“ON”—from the Per spective of“Schema Theory”

In terms of“schema theory”and“metaphor theory”,the semantics of English preposition“on”are divided into three main parts in this article,including core meaning,metaphorical meaning and special uses of it.Furthermore,it organizes and elabo rates on the semantics of each part,in order to better analyze the polysemy of English preposition“on”

Comparative Study on Lin Yutang’s Translation Principle and Skopos Theory’s Three Rules of Translation

An review of the similarities and disparities on the ideas of translation between Lin Yutang’s translation principle and German Functional School’s Skopos Theory finds that,for the three rules in both theories,two rules which involve fidelity and smoothness/coherence share some similarities.Though both Lin and Skopos Theory argue that fidelity and smoothness/coher?ence are significant indicators for translation,their focus and priority are not identical.Lin stresses the importance of beauty while Skopos Theory focuses on the skopos of the translation.Lin’s translation rules are more suitable for literature translation,while Skopos Theory is more popular among those who conduct instrumental translation and documentary translation.

On Cognitive Study of Synaesthesia

This paper concentrates on two theories of synaesthesia—Conceptual Metaphor Theory and Conceptual Blending Theory from cognitive angle.

Gender Emergency:Fear of the Forsaken

Considered a great example of investigative fiction,Mia per sempre[Mine Forever]which denounces violence against women,encourages them to speak out,seek assistance,and refuse to flee in terror,has been hailed as outstanding work to denounce violence against women.The book is a study of women’s unusual relationships,which are marked by intense love,envious friendships,and unbreakable ties that result in mental instability,irrational behavior,or uncontrollable behavior.Tani’s work has also received recognition for including the knowledgeable perspectives of various specialists who offer a deeper and priceless understanding of these catastrophes occurring individuals’home.This study examines those instances of fear-sharing in relation to women’s independence and ability to move on or start new lives.The main question is how and why Tani’s employs fear.Who are the women or circumstances that cause fear?This paper considers the theoretical discourse on fear developed by scholars of the emotions such as,among others,Jaimal Yogis and Olsson and Phelps in order to examine the circumstances and outcomes of fear fashioned by Tani in her representation of Italian men’s criminal reaction to women’s autonomy.

Comparative study of different theories on active earth pressure

Determination of distribution and magnitude of active earth pressure is crucial in retaining wall designs.A number of analytical theories on active earth pressure were presented.Yet,there are limited studies on comparison between the theories.In this work,comparison between the theories with finite element analysis is done using the PLAXIS software.The comparative results show that in terms of distribution and magnitude of active earth pressure,RANKINE's theory possesses the highest match to the PLAXIS analysis.Parametric studies were also done to study the responses of active earth pressure distribution to varying parameters.Increasing soil friction angle and wall friction causes decrease in active earth pressure.In contrast,active earth pressure increases with increasing soil unit weight and height of wall.RANKINE's theory has the highest compatibility to finite element analysis among all theories,and utilization of this theory leads to proficient retaining wall design.

Theoretical Study on the Structure and Stability of Si_5X (X = Li, Be, B, C, N, O, F, Na, Mg, Al, Si, P, S, Cl) Clusters

Density functional theory B3LYP/6-311 G＊ method was used in the geometry optimization and frequency calculation on Si5X （X = Li, Be, B, C, N, O, E Na, Mg, Al, Si, P, S, Cl） clusters. The influence of the doped second and third period element impurities on the structure and stability of Si5X clusters with C2p symmetry has been investigated, and the thermal stability and dynamic activity have also been discussed.

Theoretical Study on the Structure and Stability of Si_4X (X = Li, Be, B, C, N, O, F) Clusters

The density functional theory B3LYP/6-311g* method is used in the geometry optimization and frequency calculation on Si4X (X = Li, Be, B, C, N, O, F) clusters. The equi- librium structures of these clusters are quasi-trigonal bipyramidal structures with C2v symmetry. The periodicity of their thermal stabilities and vibration spectra has been discussed. The influence of the inserted second period element impurities for the structures and stabilities of the Si5 clusters have also been investigated.