Preliminary Study of 12 Chinese Herbs as Feed Attractants on Turbot Juvenile(Scophthalmus maximus)

[Objective] The paper aims to study the attractive effects of 12 Chinese medicinal herbs on Scophthalmus maximus juvenile.[Method] We took 200 Scophthalmus maximus with the average body length of 3 cm,average weight of 1 g and 60 days of age as the research object,and 12 Chinese medicinal herbs as feed attractants were selected,including Cloves,Cinnamon,Star anise,Kaempferol,Mint,Coptis,Phellodendron,skullcap,Gardenia,Sophora flavescens,Mume,Myrobalan meat were selected.The amount added to the basic diet was 2‰..The times of turbot juveniles going into each inducing room and the times of turbot juveniles biting the feed ball were recorded by maze experiments.Inducing effects of the Chinese herbal medicines were analyzed.[Result] The results showed that the attractant effect of Mume,Gardenia,Scutellaria and kaempferol had the significantly inducing effect on Scophthalmus maximus juvenile.And 2‰ Gardenia,5‰ Matrine,5‰ Scutellaria and 2‰ Kaempferol have the best attractant effects.In compound experients,the attractive effect of mixture of 2‰ matrine and gardenia on Scophthalmus maximus was the best.[Conclusion] The attractive effect on Scophthalmus maximus has something to do with the kind and concentration of Chinese medicinal herbs.

Adverse effects of metal exposure on chemotaxis towards water-soluble attractants regulated mainly by ASE sensory neuron in nematode Caenorhabditis elegans

Chemotaxis to water-soluble attractants is mainly controlled by ASE sensory neuron whose specification is regulated by che-1 in Caenorhabditis elegans. Our data suggested that exposure to high concentrations of metals, such as Pb, Cu, Ag, and Cr, would result in severe defects of chemotaxis to water-soluble attractants of NaCl, cAMP, and biotin. Moreover, the morphology of ASE neuron structures as observed by relative fluorescent intensities and relative size of fluorescent puncta of cell bodies, relative lengths of sensory endings in ASE neurons, and the expression patterns of che-1 were obviously altered in metal exposed animals when they meanwhile exhibited obvious chemotaxis defects to water-soluble attractants. In addition, the dendrite morphology could be noticeably changed in animals exposed to 150 μmol/L of Pb, Cu, and Ag. Furthermore, we observed significant decreases of chemotaxis to water-soluble attractants in Pb exposed che-1 mutant at concentrations more than 2.5 μmol/L, and in Cu, Ag, and Cr exposed che-1 mutant at concentrations more than 50 μmol/L. Therefore, impairment of the ASE neuron structures and functions may largely contribute to the appearance of chemotaxis defects to water-soluble attractants in metal exposed nematodes.

Effects of Feeding Attractants on the Growth and Body Composition,Digestive Enzyme and Serum Indices of Hucho taimen

[ Objective] The aim was to study the effects of four feeding attractants（dimethyl-15-propiothetin, trimethylamine oxide, betaine, sodium- 5＇-inosinate） on feed intake, growth performance, body composition, digestive enzyme activities and serum indices of Hucho taimen with initial body weight 9.39 ±0.26 g. [ Method] The Hucho taimen was raised in water flow system. There was one control group and four process group. Each diet was randomly assigned to triplicates of 50 fish for 56 days. During the experiment, the water temperature fluctuated from 9.3℃ to 14.2℃ and the dissolved oxygen was above 8.0 mg/L. [ Result ] The weight gain rate and specific growth rate increased significantly by adding 0.2% dimethyl- 13-propiothetin, 0.2% trimethylamine oxide, 0.2% betaine, but there were no changes with 0.05% sodium-5＇-inosinate supplementation （ P 〉 0.05）. The body crude protein increased significantly by supplementing 0.2% dimethyl-15-propiothetin（ P 〈0.05）, and body crude lipid decreased signifi- cantly by adding 0.2% trimethylamine oxide and 0.2% betaine（ P 〈0.05）, but body composition had no changes by supplementing 0.05% sodium- 5＇-inosinate（ P 〉0.05）. The digestive enzyme activities increased significantly by adding 0.2% dimethyl-13-propiothetin and 0.2% trimethylamine oxide（ P 〈0.05）, and the lipase increased significantly by supplementing 0.2% betaine（ P 〈 0.05）, but digestive enzyme activities had no changes supplemented 0.05% sodium-5＇-inosinate（ P 〉 0.05）. The serum total protein, albumin and globulin increased significantly added 0.2% dimethyl-15- propiothetin（ P 〈0.05）, and the high density lipoprotein content increased while cholesterol, triglycedde and low density lipoprotein decreased sig- nificantly added 0.2% trimethylamine oxide and 0.2% betaine（ P 〈 0.05）, and serum complement 3 and complement 4 increased significantly sup- plemented 0.05% sodium-5＇-inosinate （ P 〈 0.05）. [ Conclusion] The food intake, growth performance, body composition and digestive ability of taimen were improved supplemented with 0.2% dimethyl-15-propiothetin, 0.2% trimethylamine oxide and 0.2% betaine, respectively（ P 〈 0.05）, but not 0.05% sodium-5＇-inosinate. The immunity of body was improved by adding 0.05% sodium-5＇-inosinate.

Field Trapping Technology of Sex Attractants against Major Pests of Broccoli

[Objective]The paper was to explore the comprehensive sexual attraction control technology of main pests in broccoli,and to improve the green control technology of main pests in broccoli.[Method]The comprehensive control technology of sex attractants against major pests in broccoli was studied by using special sex attractants,lures and traps.[Result]The mixed quantities of Spodoptera litura,Spodoptera exigua and Plutella xylostella were fluctuated in a"W"shape in broccoli growing season in coastal area of Taizhou,central Zhejiang province,including seedling growth period(July to August),rosette and bud growth period(late September to early November),late harvest period of late-ripening broccoli(after early march).S.exigua and S.litura occurred severely at seedling stage;S.litura,S.exigua and P.xylostella occurred simultaneously at rosette and bud growth period;P.xylostella damaged florets of lateral branches in late harvest period.The trapping effects of combination A and E against S.litura,S.exigua and P.xylostella were the best;more than 1260 individuals of S.litura,S.exigua and P.xylostella were daily trapped per hectare,and the occurrence and damage of the three insect pests could be basically controlled.With the sex attract produced in Ningbo as an example,the combination of S.litura S type∶S.exigua S type∶P.xylostella blue type=1∶1∶4 distributed in five stars of clubs(space 10-20 cm)showed good comprehensive trapping effect in large area demonstration;traps were hung at the height of 0.5 m(0.2 m for P.xylostella),and lures were replaced once every 30-40 d.[Conclusion]Using special sex attractants,the comprehensive effects on S.litura,S.exigua and P.xylostella were determined at rosette and bud growth period of broccoli through combination modes,and supporting application technology were put forward,making great progress in exploring and improving sex attractant combination against insect pests.

The impact of attractants on pocket gopher trapping

Pocket gophers （Geomyidae） have an extensive impact on both natural and agricultural systems. Trapping is a tech- nique often used to sample and manage these populations. The identification of an attractant that increases capture rates of pocket gophers would greatly assist researchers and pest management professionals alike. Therefore, we tested the attractiveness of four attractants （peanut butter, anise, grapefruit attractant, and carrot） plus a control （no attractant） using uncovered and covered trap sets to determine what impact they have on visitation and capture rates of pocket gophers. We also determined how the impact of cover status and attractants differ across varying weights and gender of pocket gophers. We found no direct effect of any attracrant on visitation and capture rates of pocket gophers, nor on the gender of captured individuals. However, when no attractant was used, the mtmber of pocket gophers captured per 100 trap nights was greater when trap sets were uncovered vs. when covered, and capture rates were generally high and consistent when using peanut butter as an attractant. Additionally, we noted that covered trap sets that were baited with peanut butter yielded heavier pocket gopher captures than uncovered trap sets using this same attractant. This is key, given the difficulty associated with capturing older, more experienced individuals. Combined with data from a previous investigation, this suggests that there is no advantage to using any attractant when utilizing uncovered trap sets, but there is likely some benefit to using peanut butter in covered trap sets [Current Zoology 60 （4）： 472-478, 2014].

Conspecific cues and breeding territory selection in Whinchat on abandoned fields

Many bird species use social information to guide territory selection.Different species in different habitats may use both pre-breeding and post-breeding conspecific cues.Abandoned agricultural fields are of particular interest for studies of conspecific attraction because the ephemeral nature of the habitat suggests territory search just before breeding,but high predation pressure suggests the use of performance-based conspecific cues.We investigated whether post-breeding or pre-breeding social cues affect Whinchat(Saxicola rubetra)abundance at the territorial scale during a two-year experiment in abandoned fields.We assigned 27 experimental plots(3.14 ha)to one of three treatments:post-breeding treatment,pre-breeding treatment and silent control.We conducted playback experiments with fledgling calls(evidence of past reproductive success)during the post-breeding period and male songs(evidence of conspecific presence)during the pre-breeding period.We estimated the difference in Whinchat abundance in two consecutive years and tested whether this value differed between treatment and control plots.We observed a slight increase(0.67±0.29 pairs per plot)in Whinchat abundance in the post-breeding treatment plots and no significant changes in the pre-breeding(-0.22±0.32 pairs per plot)and control(-0.22±0.22 pairs per plot)plots.Our results suggest that Whinchats do not use conspecific acoustic cues during the pre-breeding period and provide limited evidence for the use of fledgling calls as conspecific cues in the post-breeding period.

Buried Interface Molecular Hybrid Enables Efficient Perovskite Solar Cells

Perovskite solar cells(PSCs)with a positive-intrinsicnegative(p–i–n,commonly referred to as“inverted”)structure are becoming commercially attractive due to their superior power conversion efficiency(PCE)and better operational stability as compared to the“normal”structure device.^([1–5])Nonetheless,further improvements in the device performance of inverted PSCs are hampered by interface losses,particularly where the buried interfaces are responsible for perovskite crystallization and chargecarrier extraction.^([6–9])

6G New Multiple Access Technology

As a basic technology at physical layer of mobile communications,non-orthogonal multiple access has been attracting wide attention across the academia and the industry.During the standardization of the fifth-generation(5G)of mobile communications,3GPP conducted preliminary study on non-orthogonal multiple access without reaching the consensus to standardize the technology.

Low-Voltage IGZO Field-Effect Ultraviolet Photodiode

In the era of Internet of Things(Io Ts),an energy-efficient ultraviolet(UV)photodetector(PD)is highly desirable considering the massive usage scenarios such as environmental sterilization,fire alarm and corona discharge monitoring.So far,common self-powered UV PDs are mainly based on metal-semiconductor heterostructures or p–n heterojunctions,where the limited intrinsic built-in electric field restricts further enhancement of the photoresponsivity.In this work,an extremely low-voltage field-effect UV PD is proposed using a gatedrain shorted amorphous IGZO(a-IGZO)thin film transistor(TFT)architecture.A combined investigation of the experimental measurements and technology computer-aided design(TCAD)simulations suggests that the reverse current(ⅠR)of field-effect diode(FED)is highly related with the threshold voltage(Vth)of the parental TFT,implying an enhancement-mode TFT is preferable to fabricate the field-effect UV PD with low dark current.Driven by a low bias of-0.1 V,decent UV response has been realized including large UV/visible(R_(300)/R_(550))rejection ratio(1.9×10^(3)),low dark current(1.15×10^(-12)A)as well as high photo-to-dark current ratio(PDCR,~10^(3))and responsivity(1.89 A/W).This field-effect photodiode provides a new platform to construct UV PDs with well-balanced photoresponse performance at a low bias,which is attractive for designs of large-scale smart sensor networks with high energy efficiency.

Multiscale Characteristics and Connection Mechanisms of Attraction Networks:A Trajectory Data Mining Approach Leveraging Geotagged Data

Urban tourism is considered a complex system,and multiscale exploration of the organizational patterns of attraction networks has become a topical issue in urban tourism,so exploring the multiscale characteristics and connection mechanisms of attraction networks is important for understanding the linkages between attractions and even the future destination planning.This paper uses geotagging data to compare the links between attractions in Beijing,China during four different periods:the pre-Olympic period(2004–2007),the Olympic Games and subsequent‘heat period’(2008–2013),the post-Olympic period(2014–2019),and the COVID-19(Corona Virus Disease 2019)pandemic period(2020–2021).The aim is to better understand the evolution and patterns of attraction networks at different scales in Beijing and to provide insights for tourism planning in the destination.The results show that the macro,meso-,and microscales network characteristics of attraction networks have inherent logical relationships that can explain the commonalities and differences in the development process of tourism networks.The macroscale attraction network degree Matthew effect is significant in the four different periods and exhibits a morphological monocentric structure,suggesting that new entrants are more likely to be associated with attractions that already have high value.The mesoscale links attractions according to the common purpose of tourists,and the results of the community segmentation of the attraction networks in the four different periods suggest that the functional polycentric structure describes their clustering effect,and the weak links between clusters result from attractions bound by incomplete information and distance,and the functional polycentric structure with a generally more efficient network of clusters.The pattern structure at the microscale reveals the topological transformation relationship of the regional collaboration pattern,and the attraction network structure in the four different periods has a very similar importance profile structure suggesting that the attraction network has the same construction rules and evolution mechanism,which aids in understanding the attraction network pattern at both macro and micro scales.Important approaches and practical implications for planners and managers are presented.

The neurofibromatosis type 1 and skin and soft-tissue tumors forum of the 23rd international congress of plastic and reconstructive surgery was successfully held in Shanghai

On March 23,2024,at the 23rd Shanghai International Congress of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery,a Neurofibromatosis Type 1 and Skin and Soft-Tissue Tumors Forum was unveiled.This forum aimed to foster multidisciplinary cooperation to standardize the diagnosis and treatment of neurofibromatosis and skin and soft-tissue tumors,attracting leading experts and scholars from across the nation.It served as a pivotal platform for sharing advancements in pathology,clinical practices,and surgical techniques related to these conditions,alongside discussions on standardized care and precision medicine,marking a significant step forward in the field.

By Deepening Regional Cooperation,the CCPIT Serve as a Bridge for Foreign Investment

On June 28,t he China Council for the Promotion of International Trade(CCPIT)held its regular monthly press conference in Beijing.Spokesperson Zhao Ping introduced China’s latest progress and policy trends in terms of attracting foreign investment,regional cooperation and supporting Chinese brands at the meeting.

Trust in AI:How to build global confidence

During the ISO Annual Meeting,the session themed on“Trust in AI:How to build global confidence”was held on September 10.Wael Diab,Chair of ISO/IEC JTC 1/SC 42 on AI,Heather West,Senior Director of Cybersecurity&Privacy Services at U.S.based law firm Venable and coordinator of the alliance for trust in AI,and Wan Sie Lee,Director of Trusted AI&Data at Singapore's Infocomm Media Development Authority(IMDA)were invited as guests to discuss how to prevent potential risks brought by the rapid development of AI technologies,and how standards can play a crucial role in the process to build global confidence on AI.The meeting took place in hybrid forms,attracting participants from all over the world both on site and online.

Picturing the Times

Tourists sightsee on a boat in a massive lotus pond scenic area in Xinghua,Taizhou,east China’s Jiangsu Province,on August 5.When summer peaks,lotus flowers enter their blooming season,attracting throngs of tourists to admire their beauty.

The Magic of Water Towns: Wuzhen and Xitang

The appeal of Wuzhen and Xitang continues in the modern era,attracting millions of visitors every year to explore their beauty and cultural legacy.WUZHEN and Xitang,two old towns in Zhejiang Province in east China,are historically known as places of singular serenity and sublime beauty.Today,they are top tourist destinations because of their well-preserved landscapes,gleaming water bodies,and bracing water town air.

Advancements in Web3 Infrastructure for the Metaverse

Web3,also known as Web 3.0,has recently been attracting increasing attention from industry and academia.Leveraging the potential of blockchain technologies,Web3 has emerged as a pivotal foundation in the realm of metaverse development,which is considered by many as the next-generation Internet.Specifically,Web3 technologies such as smart contracts and protocols like non-fungible tokens(NFTs)have supported the immersive and content-rich experience of current Web3 metaverse projects.

视界

The 10th Nanyang Culture Festival opened in Wenchang,south China’s Hainan Province,on April 5,2024,attracting 500 participants from 38 countries and regions to discuss future development and cooperation.Pictured are performers presenting the Malaysian song and dance Moon Kite at the opening ceremony.

Chinese New Year Folk Culture Adds Impetus to Guizhou's Colorful Tourism Economy

During the Chinese New Year in 2024,a series of traditional folk activities were held all over Guizhou,attracting a large number of travelers,with the number of received travelers and comprehensive income of Guizhou reaching a new high.

Five Principles as Relevant Today as 70 Years Ago

The Chinese initiative has become an international consensus with productive actions.A conference marking the 70th anniversary of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence,a cornerstone of Chinese foreign policy,was held in Beijing on June 28,attracting attendees from around the world,including former political leaders from some 20 countries.At the conference,President Xi Jinping made an important speech in which he said that the Five Principles“marked a groundbreaking and epoch-making achievement in the history of international relations.”

四部门联合印发《国家人工智能产业综合标准化体系建设指南(2024版)》

Artificial intelligence(AI)has become a vital driving force of a new round of technological revolution and industrial transformation,attracting global concern.Recently,the National Guide on the Construction of Comprehensive Standardization System for the Artificial Intelligence Industry(2024)was jointly published by Ministry of Industry and Information Technology,Office of the Central Cyberspace Affairs Commission,National Development and Reform Commission,and Standardization Administration of China(SAC).According to the Guide,by 2026,the linkage between China’s standards and industrial technological innovation will be continuously improved,and more than 50 new national and sectoral standards will be developed,to speed up the establishment of the standards system to lead the high-quality development of AI.More than 1,000 companies will carry out standards publicity,implementation,and promotion,demonstrating the supporting role of standards in innovative development of enterprises.Moreover,China will participate in the development of over 20 relevant international standards to facilitate the global development of the AI industry.