Motor neurons are highly polarized cells,with long axons that extend to more than 1 m in the adult human.The axons further arborize into a specialized synaptic compartment,the motor unit,containing up to 2000 neuromus...Motor neurons are highly polarized cells,with long axons that extend to more than 1 m in the adult human.The axons further arborize into a specialized synaptic compartment,the motor unit,containing up to 2000 neuromuscular junctions(NMJs).While the size of other neuronal synapses can be up to 1μm,the NMJ is much larger and can reach 10–30μm(Jones et al.,2017).The vast size of the motor unit requires motor neurons to evolutionally adapt and supply this distal portion with a sufficient amount of ATP,as well as to replenish the axonal protein pool in order to maintain their synapses.展开更多
1. Introduction The bronze swords were somewhat important in ancient China. Its alloy constituent analysishas been carried out by some scientist with modern technique. Afterwards, a series of work havebeen published. ...1. Introduction The bronze swords were somewhat important in ancient China. Its alloy constituent analysishas been carried out by some scientist with modern technique. Afterwards, a series of work havebeen published. The main results are: (1) the sword materials are Pb-Sn-bearing bronze with tincontent at 15~19%; (2) it is cast alloy mainly; (3) the rhombus pattern on the sword of Yue King展开更多
In traditional Chinese culture,the sword is not just a weapon,but serves as a cultural symbol representing its master’s social status and taste.The Longquan Sword is known as the first iron sword in Chinese history.I...In traditional Chinese culture,the sword is not just a weapon,but serves as a cultural symbol representing its master’s social status and taste.The Longquan Sword is known as the first iron sword in Chinese history.In 2006 the forging technique of Longquan Swords entered the list of national intangible cultural heritage.展开更多
This study explores the aesthetic dimensions of Kwame Nkrumah's cultural policies in the creation of Ghana's Presidential Seats and the State Sword. The study is an Art Historical research situated within the qualit...This study explores the aesthetic dimensions of Kwame Nkrumah's cultural policies in the creation of Ghana's Presidential Seats and the State Sword. The study is an Art Historical research situated within the qualitative research paradigm. It had a population of a defmed class of cultural policy makers, art historians, traditional rulers, nationalists, visual artists and Ghanaians resident both in and outside Ghana. The study examined how the creation of Ghana's Presidential Seats and the State Sword were influenced by Kwame Nkrumah's cultural policies and the cultural significance of the aesthetic interplay of ethnic insignias used in capturing the Ghanaian concept of Political authority. The study revealed that, Nkrumah recognised the cultural art forms and elements of ethnic Ghana as assets for national development. In line with his policy of building the Nation State of Ghana, he used ethnic cultural art forms and elements. At independence, Nkrumah commissioned some visual artist to create some artistic pieces (politico-cultural artefacts) for the Ghanaian political authority with inspiration or based on what pertains in the traditional authority (Chieftaincy) of Ghana. Politico-cultural artefacts as used in this study refer to the artefacts produced based on the cultural concepts of the ethnic states for the use of the political authority of the Republic of Ghana. Among these artistic pieces are the three Presidential Seats, The State Sword, The President's Personal Standard Pole and the State Mace.展开更多
Over 10%of English Restoration drama engaged its audience through plays that were translated from or imitated the Spanish capa y espada form of theatre.English plays modeled on this form used Spanish locations and a c...Over 10%of English Restoration drama engaged its audience through plays that were translated from or imitated the Spanish capa y espada form of theatre.English plays modeled on this form used Spanish locations and a constructed and rigid idea of honor as a proxy for English society.While dialogue was still important,it performed physical action of this form,including frequent use of breeches roles and female characters sword fighting,allowed for different and effective critiques and models of social behavior for women in England.Particularly important were concerns about women’s behavior and status in English society,and the presence of the actress for the first time on English stages heightened the effectiveness of these plays as an instrument of social discussion.展开更多
Longquan City of Zhejiang Province is making full use of the cultural resources of sword and celadon,not only in the inheritance and demonstration of the history and culture of sword and celadon,but also in the promot...Longquan City of Zhejiang Province is making full use of the cultural resources of sword and celadon,not only in the inheritance and demonstration of the history and culture of sword and celadon,but also in the promotion of the city building,so as to realize the city regeneration and cultural revitalization.展开更多
Populism in Western democracies is on the rise.What was once conf ined to outliers and extreme political parties is now tearing away into the whole political system.Inflammatory speeches and critics of so-called'f...Populism in Western democracies is on the rise.What was once conf ined to outliers and extreme political parties is now tearing away into the whole political system.Inflammatory speeches and critics of so-called'fake news'made by展开更多
Taste receptors on the tongue discriminate between five fundamental tastes:sour,sweet,bitter,salty,and umami(Chandrashekar et al.,2006).Typically,stimuli that evoke bitterness and acidity prompt aversive responses by ...Taste receptors on the tongue discriminate between five fundamental tastes:sour,sweet,bitter,salty,and umami(Chandrashekar et al.,2006).Typically,stimuli that evoke bitterness and acidity prompt aversive responses by animals,whereas sweet and umami flavors are appetitive and enjoyable.Saltiness is unique in that it transitions from an appetitive to an aversive stimulus with increasing concentrations.展开更多
On the morming of Feb.28,the Chinese Longquan Celadon and Sword Inheritance and Innovation Exhibition was launched at the Hubei Provincial Museum.The exhibition is jointly organized by the museum along with the Shaanx...On the morming of Feb.28,the Chinese Longquan Celadon and Sword Inheritance and Innovation Exhibition was launched at the Hubei Provincial Museum.The exhibition is jointly organized by the museum along with the Shaanxi History Museum and the Longquan Municipal Govemment of Zhejang,Province.展开更多
文摘Motor neurons are highly polarized cells,with long axons that extend to more than 1 m in the adult human.The axons further arborize into a specialized synaptic compartment,the motor unit,containing up to 2000 neuromuscular junctions(NMJs).While the size of other neuronal synapses can be up to 1μm,the NMJ is much larger and can reach 10–30μm(Jones et al.,2017).The vast size of the motor unit requires motor neurons to evolutionally adapt and supply this distal portion with a sufficient amount of ATP,as well as to replenish the axonal protein pool in order to maintain their synapses.
文摘1. Introduction The bronze swords were somewhat important in ancient China. Its alloy constituent analysishas been carried out by some scientist with modern technique. Afterwards, a series of work havebeen published. The main results are: (1) the sword materials are Pb-Sn-bearing bronze with tincontent at 15~19%; (2) it is cast alloy mainly; (3) the rhombus pattern on the sword of Yue King
文摘In traditional Chinese culture,the sword is not just a weapon,but serves as a cultural symbol representing its master’s social status and taste.The Longquan Sword is known as the first iron sword in Chinese history.In 2006 the forging technique of Longquan Swords entered the list of national intangible cultural heritage.
文摘This study explores the aesthetic dimensions of Kwame Nkrumah's cultural policies in the creation of Ghana's Presidential Seats and the State Sword. The study is an Art Historical research situated within the qualitative research paradigm. It had a population of a defmed class of cultural policy makers, art historians, traditional rulers, nationalists, visual artists and Ghanaians resident both in and outside Ghana. The study examined how the creation of Ghana's Presidential Seats and the State Sword were influenced by Kwame Nkrumah's cultural policies and the cultural significance of the aesthetic interplay of ethnic insignias used in capturing the Ghanaian concept of Political authority. The study revealed that, Nkrumah recognised the cultural art forms and elements of ethnic Ghana as assets for national development. In line with his policy of building the Nation State of Ghana, he used ethnic cultural art forms and elements. At independence, Nkrumah commissioned some visual artist to create some artistic pieces (politico-cultural artefacts) for the Ghanaian political authority with inspiration or based on what pertains in the traditional authority (Chieftaincy) of Ghana. Politico-cultural artefacts as used in this study refer to the artefacts produced based on the cultural concepts of the ethnic states for the use of the political authority of the Republic of Ghana. Among these artistic pieces are the three Presidential Seats, The State Sword, The President's Personal Standard Pole and the State Mace.
文摘Over 10%of English Restoration drama engaged its audience through plays that were translated from or imitated the Spanish capa y espada form of theatre.English plays modeled on this form used Spanish locations and a constructed and rigid idea of honor as a proxy for English society.While dialogue was still important,it performed physical action of this form,including frequent use of breeches roles and female characters sword fighting,allowed for different and effective critiques and models of social behavior for women in England.Particularly important were concerns about women’s behavior and status in English society,and the presence of the actress for the first time on English stages heightened the effectiveness of these plays as an instrument of social discussion.
文摘Longquan City of Zhejiang Province is making full use of the cultural resources of sword and celadon,not only in the inheritance and demonstration of the history and culture of sword and celadon,but also in the promotion of the city building,so as to realize the city regeneration and cultural revitalization.
文摘Populism in Western democracies is on the rise.What was once conf ined to outliers and extreme political parties is now tearing away into the whole political system.Inflammatory speeches and critics of so-called'fake news'made by
文摘Taste receptors on the tongue discriminate between five fundamental tastes:sour,sweet,bitter,salty,and umami(Chandrashekar et al.,2006).Typically,stimuli that evoke bitterness and acidity prompt aversive responses by animals,whereas sweet and umami flavors are appetitive and enjoyable.Saltiness is unique in that it transitions from an appetitive to an aversive stimulus with increasing concentrations.
文摘On the morming of Feb.28,the Chinese Longquan Celadon and Sword Inheritance and Innovation Exhibition was launched at the Hubei Provincial Museum.The exhibition is jointly organized by the museum along with the Shaanxi History Museum and the Longquan Municipal Govemment of Zhejang,Province.