Sichuan is the strongest province in western China, and Chengdu is the first stop of the Silk Road and the Yangtze River Economic Zone. Qingbaijiang,the inception point of the Chengdu-Europe express railway, is an imp...Sichuan is the strongest province in western China, and Chengdu is the first stop of the Silk Road and the Yangtze River Economic Zone. Qingbaijiang,the inception point of the Chengdu-Europe express railway, is an important source of artifacts from the ancient Sichuan civilization, and Sichuan province, the land of abundance, is the cradle and base of ping-pong. Chengdu has been connected to展开更多
In this digital era, we have witness the exciting convergence of content, technology, and global collaboration in the development of digital libraries. The mode of universal access for information seeking and knowledg...In this digital era, we have witness the exciting convergence of content, technology, and global collaboration in the development of digital libraries. The mode of universal access for information seeking and knowledge acquisition differs greatly fi＇om the traditional ways. From the information resources point of views, the old model of“owning” a collection has given way to “sharing,” and the new emphases have shifted fi＇om possessing large “physical libraries” to “virtual libraries” digitally distributed all over the world. “Universal access” has taken on a very different meaning when one has the ability to share invaluable resources through the use of cutting edge technologies. The author has experienced much of these transformations through her own R＆D activities-from the creation of interactive videodisc and multimedia CD on the First Emperor of China＇s terracotta warriors and horses in the 1980s and 1990s to leading a current international digital library project, Global Memory Net （GMNet）, supported by the US National Science Foundation. In presenting her vision for linking world digital resources together for universal access, she will share with the audience the latest development of Global Memory Net.展开更多
Surveillance systems are vital for detecting,managing,and mitigating infectious disease outbreaks.This review highlights the importance of modern technologies like AI and big data in enhancing surveillancecapabilities...Surveillance systems are vital for detecting,managing,and mitigating infectious disease outbreaks.This review highlights the importance of modern technologies like AI and big data in enhancing surveillancecapabilities.It underscores the need for global collaboration and examines the role of surveillance in diseases likeinfluenza,Ebola,and COVID-19.Technological innovations such as geospatial mapping and wearable healthdevices are transforming disease control,though they raise ethical concerns about privacy.Continuousadvancements and ethical safeguards are crucial for effective surveillance and global health protection.展开更多
The Marburg virus(MARV),belonging to the Filoviridae family,poses a significant global health threat,emphasizing the urgency to develop Marburg virus-like particle(VLP)vaccines for outbreak mitigation.The virus's ...The Marburg virus(MARV),belonging to the Filoviridae family,poses a significant global health threat,emphasizing the urgency to develop Marburg virus-like particle(VLP)vaccines for outbreak mitigation.The virus's menacing traits accentuate the need for such vaccines,which can be addressed by VLPs that mimic its structure safely,potentially overcoming past limitations.Early Marburg vaccine endeavors and their challenges are examined in the historical perspectives section,followed by an exploration of VLPs as transformative tools,capable of eliciting immune responses without conventional risks.Noteworthy milestones and achievements in Marburg VLP vaccine development,seen through preclinical and clinical trials,indicate potential cross-protection.Ongoing challenges,encompassing durability,strain diversity,and equitable distribution,are addressed,with proposed innovations like novel adjuvant,mRNA technology,and structure-based design poised to enhance Marburg VLP vaccines.This review highlights the transformative potential of Marburg VLPs in countering the virus,showcasing global collaboration,regulatory roles,and health equity for a safer future through the harmonious interplay of science,regulation,and global efforts.展开更多
This comprehensive exploration delves into the intricate dynamics of national security policies in the realm of renewable and nonrenewable energy sources.From the present landscape characterized by the diversification...This comprehensive exploration delves into the intricate dynamics of national security policies in the realm of renewable and nonrenewable energy sources.From the present landscape characterized by the diversification of energy portfolios to the long-term vision encompassing nuclear fusion,this article navigates through the nuanced interplay of technology,resilience,and environmental responsibility.The synthesis of established nuclear fission technologies and evolving renewable sources forms the cornerstone of a strategic approach,addressing challenges and opportunities to ensure a secure,sustainable energy future.展开更多
文摘Sichuan is the strongest province in western China, and Chengdu is the first stop of the Silk Road and the Yangtze River Economic Zone. Qingbaijiang,the inception point of the Chengdu-Europe express railway, is an important source of artifacts from the ancient Sichuan civilization, and Sichuan province, the land of abundance, is the cradle and base of ping-pong. Chengdu has been connected to
基金supported by the US Na tional Science Foundation/International Digital Li brary Program with the Grant Nos.NSF/CISE/IIS 9905833 and NSF/CISE/IIS-0333036.
文摘In this digital era, we have witness the exciting convergence of content, technology, and global collaboration in the development of digital libraries. The mode of universal access for information seeking and knowledge acquisition differs greatly fi＇om the traditional ways. From the information resources point of views, the old model of“owning” a collection has given way to “sharing,” and the new emphases have shifted fi＇om possessing large “physical libraries” to “virtual libraries” digitally distributed all over the world. “Universal access” has taken on a very different meaning when one has the ability to share invaluable resources through the use of cutting edge technologies. The author has experienced much of these transformations through her own R＆D activities-from the creation of interactive videodisc and multimedia CD on the First Emperor of China＇s terracotta warriors and horses in the 1980s and 1990s to leading a current international digital library project, Global Memory Net （GMNet）, supported by the US National Science Foundation. In presenting her vision for linking world digital resources together for universal access, she will share with the audience the latest development of Global Memory Net.
文摘Surveillance systems are vital for detecting,managing,and mitigating infectious disease outbreaks.This review highlights the importance of modern technologies like AI and big data in enhancing surveillancecapabilities.It underscores the need for global collaboration and examines the role of surveillance in diseases likeinfluenza,Ebola,and COVID-19.Technological innovations such as geospatial mapping and wearable healthdevices are transforming disease control,though they raise ethical concerns about privacy.Continuousadvancements and ethical safeguards are crucial for effective surveillance and global health protection.
文摘The Marburg virus(MARV),belonging to the Filoviridae family,poses a significant global health threat,emphasizing the urgency to develop Marburg virus-like particle(VLP)vaccines for outbreak mitigation.The virus's menacing traits accentuate the need for such vaccines,which can be addressed by VLPs that mimic its structure safely,potentially overcoming past limitations.Early Marburg vaccine endeavors and their challenges are examined in the historical perspectives section,followed by an exploration of VLPs as transformative tools,capable of eliciting immune responses without conventional risks.Noteworthy milestones and achievements in Marburg VLP vaccine development,seen through preclinical and clinical trials,indicate potential cross-protection.Ongoing challenges,encompassing durability,strain diversity,and equitable distribution,are addressed,with proposed innovations like novel adjuvant,mRNA technology,and structure-based design poised to enhance Marburg VLP vaccines.This review highlights the transformative potential of Marburg VLPs in countering the virus,showcasing global collaboration,regulatory roles,and health equity for a safer future through the harmonious interplay of science,regulation,and global efforts.
文摘This comprehensive exploration delves into the intricate dynamics of national security policies in the realm of renewable and nonrenewable energy sources.From the present landscape characterized by the diversification of energy portfolios to the long-term vision encompassing nuclear fusion,this article navigates through the nuanced interplay of technology,resilience,and environmental responsibility.The synthesis of established nuclear fission technologies and evolving renewable sources forms the cornerstone of a strategic approach,addressing challenges and opportunities to ensure a secure,sustainable energy future.
