The haematopoietic stem cell transplantation(HSCT)ward serves as a temporary residence for patients following their surgical procedures,necessitating adherence to rigorous aseptic standards.However,the current atmosph...The haematopoietic stem cell transplantation(HSCT)ward serves as a temporary residence for patients following their surgical procedures,necessitating adherence to rigorous aseptic standards.However,the current atmosphere within these wards frequently contributes to feelings of depression among patients.Research indicates that a restorative environment has the potential to alleviate negative emotional states in individuals.This study utilized the HSCT ward of Peking University First Hospital as a case study to examine the decorative preferences.This investigation was conducted through a questionnaire that was informed by the patients’inherent preferences and insights derived from research on restorative environments.The results indicated that the incorporation of floral decorations,particularly those resembling sunflowers,in ward corridors,communal activity areas,and walls can significantly enhance patients’sense of hope.Additionally,it is essential to improve the environmental visual experience in the nurses’lounge and demonstration rooms for medical staff.展开更多
This study aims to investigate the feasibility of using decoration waste powder(DWP)as a partial replacement for fly ash(FA)in the preparation of geopolymer masonry mortar,and to examine the effect of different DWP re...This study aims to investigate the feasibility of using decoration waste powder(DWP)as a partial replacement for fly ash(FA)in the preparation of geopolymer masonry mortar,and to examine the effect of different DWP replacement rates(0%-40%)on the fresh and mechanical properties of the mortar.The results showed that each group of geopolymer masonry mortar exhibited excellent water retention performance,with a water retention rate of 100%,which was due to the unique geopolymer mortar system and high viscosity of the alkaline activator solution.Compared to the control group,the flowability of the mortar containing lower contents of DWP(10%and 20%)was higher.However,as the DWP replacement rate further increased,the flowability gradually decreased.The DWP could absorb the free water in the reaction system of geopolymer mortar,thereby limiting the occurrence of geopolymerization reaction.The incorporation of DWP in the mortar resulted in a decrease in compressive strength compared to the mortar without DWP.However,even at a replacement rate of 40%,the compressive strength of the mortar still exceeded 15 MPa,which met the requirements of the masonry mortar.It was feasible to use DWP in the geopolymer masonry mortar.Although the addition of DWP caused some performance loss,it did not affect its usability.展开更多
Nests are important structures for birds to raise their offspring and for signaling.Many birds incorporate feathers into the nest,since feathers were traditionally thought to serve the function of insulation.Hypothese...Nests are important structures for birds to raise their offspring and for signaling.Many birds incorporate feathers into the nest,since feathers were traditionally thought to serve the function of insulation.Hypotheses in recent years have considered that some birds place feathers in conspicuous locations in the nest for decoration to trigger a fear response in the competitors.In this study,we investigated whether decorative feathers could deter nest usurpation by Crested Mynas(Acridotheres cristatellus)by manipulating nest box contents.The results revealed that Crested Mynas preferred black feathers to white feathers as decorations and occupied nest boxes decorated with black feathers significantly less than those decorated with white feathers,suggesting that black decorative feathers in the nest could be more effective in preventing nest usurpation by Crested Mynas and that white decorative feathers may have other functions.The black feathers in the nest are prominently placed at the edge of the nest to convey the message that“this nest is occupied”or“the owner of this nest has been preyed upon”to visitor Crested Mynas,thus effectively preventing them from usurping the nest at a later stage.展开更多
With the development of information technology,sharing marketing,as an innovative marketing method,plays an important role in promoting the marketing willingness and enthusiasm of employees in the Internet decoration ...With the development of information technology,sharing marketing,as an innovative marketing method,plays an important role in promoting the marketing willingness and enthusiasm of employees in the Internet decoration industry.Based on the data obtained from the ques-tionnaire survey,this paper makes an empirical analysis of the impact of the economic value,social value,perceived ease of use,perceived convenience,enabling conditions and subjective norms of sharing marketing on the marketing willingness of employees in the Internet decoration industry.The results showed that the questionnaire had good internal consistency and construct validity.Through empirical analysis,it can be found that the economic value,social value,perceived ease of use,perceived convenience,enabling conditions and subjective norms of sharing marketing have a significant positive impact on employees'marketing willingness.展开更多
Figurative sculpture and decorative elements belong to the same category of art;the development of sculpture art requires innovation and constant exploration of new development paths,while many characteristics of deco...Figurative sculpture and decorative elements belong to the same category of art;the development of sculpture art requires innovation and constant exploration of new development paths,while many characteristics of decorative elements can give the creation of sculpture works a variety of inspiration.This paper explores the significance of figurative sculpture and decorative elements,examining their intrinsic connections and historical practices.The study aims to uncover the potential of figurative sculpture in the creation of decorative elements,highlighting how the integration of these forms can contribute to the development of art and the creation of meaningful figurative sculptures.展开更多
Temple of the Three Sus,which was first established during the Yuan Dynasty,features a natural,unrestrained,and classically elegant garden architectural style.This paper discusses the multiple characteristics and mean...Temple of the Three Sus,which was first established during the Yuan Dynasty,features a natural,unrestrained,and classically elegant garden architectural style.This paper discusses the multiple characteristics and meanings of traditional architectural decorative patterns at Temple of the Three Sus from a semiotic perspective.First,it analyzes the denotative aspects of these patterns,including their stylistic forms,structural frameworks,and craftsmanship techniques.Second,the paper classifies the traditional architectural decorative patterns of the Temple of the Three Sus based on the types of sources of these patterns and interprets the implied meanings of each.Finally,the paper explores the application of these traditional decorative patterns in modern urban design,specifically in Meishan City,discussing the inheritance and innovation of these patterns in contemporary urban design and emphasizing the importance of integrating tradition with modernity.展开更多
Camouflage is one of the most widespread and powerful strategies that animals use to make detection/recognition more difficult. Many orb-web spiders of the genus Cyclosa add prey remains, plant debris, moults, and/or ...Camouflage is one of the most widespread and powerful strategies that animals use to make detection/recognition more difficult. Many orb-web spiders of the genus Cyclosa add prey remains, plant debris, moults, and/or eggsacs to their webs called web decorations. Web decorations resembling spider body colour pattern have been considered to camouflage the spider from predators. While this camouflage is obvious from a human's perspective, it has rarely been investigated from a predator's perspective. In this study, we tested the visibility of web decorations by calculating chromatic and achromatic contrasts of detritus and eggsae decorations built by Cyclosa octotubereulata, against four different backgrounds viewed by both bird (e.g., blue tits) and hymenopteran (e.g. wasps) predators. We showed that both juvenile and adult spiders on webs with detritus or egg-sac deco- rations were undetectable by both hymenopteran and bird predators over short and long distances. Our results thus suggest that decorating webs with detritus or eggsacs by C octotuberculata may camouflage the spiders from both hymenopteran and bird predators in their common habitats [Current Zoology 56 (3): 379-387, 2010].展开更多
Investigations were made on the various plant patterns which appeared in the decorations of the two types of gardens, namely private gardens and temple gardens in Yangzhou. Analysis was made of the application of plan...Investigations were made on the various plant patterns which appeared in the decorations of the two types of gardens, namely private gardens and temple gardens in Yangzhou. Analysis was made of the application of plant elements in each location, their implication of the traditional culture, and the relationship between the garden style, theme and artistic conception, aiming to provide a reference for the application of plant culture in the future garden decorations design.展开更多
The back of the mirror is mainly decorated with dragon patterns,in which the head of the dragon is perking up.and the body of the dragon stretches freely.This is the largest ancient copper mirror ever seen.The bronze ...The back of the mirror is mainly decorated with dragon patterns,in which the head of the dragon is perking up.and the body of the dragon stretches freely.This is the largest ancient copper mirror ever seen.The bronze mirror is used to reflect the human image.SO the surface must be bright and fiat.For sucha casting with a large flat surface,it is extremely difficult to control the mirror surface without warpingdeformation.展开更多
Ornaments and decorations are a must for people in their daily life and ornaments and decorations for homes are especially favoured. The many traditional stone, wooden, horn and shell sculptures and the newly-develope...Ornaments and decorations are a must for people in their daily life and ornaments and decorations for homes are especially favoured. The many traditional stone, wooden, horn and shell sculptures and the newly-developed woven straw and wooden ornaments展开更多
The purpose of this study was to empirically examine the influence of marketing mix towards customer decision-making in the interior decoration industry of Guangxi,China.The interior decoration industry in Guangxi is ...The purpose of this study was to empirically examine the influence of marketing mix towards customer decision-making in the interior decoration industry of Guangxi,China.The interior decoration industry in Guangxi is growing at rapid pace.Therefore,this study is specially helpful for the interior decoration industry in Guangxi,China,and the interior decoration industry in Guangxi can use marketing mix for their business gained.In order to carry out this study,the population was taken to be those customers of the interior decoration.A sample(N=425)customers were taken using simple random sampling from the interior decoration consumers of Guangxi,China.It was hypothesized that marketing mix had positive influence on customer decision-making.It was hypothesized that marketing mix predicts customer decision-making.The results were analyzed with help SPSS software.Descriptive statistical analysis,Pearson correlation test,and regression analysis were used to test hypothesis.The results showed significant positive relationship and marketing mix was a predictor of customer decision-making.This research is significant and useful for all the interior decoration enterprises in Guangxi.展开更多
Seed germination (in laboratory and field conditions) and vegetative reproduction (by cuttings) of a promising decorative species—Lonicera tatarica L. (Caprifoliaceae Juss.) was studied for the first time in the cond...Seed germination (in laboratory and field conditions) and vegetative reproduction (by cuttings) of a promising decorative species—Lonicera tatarica L. (Caprifoliaceae Juss.) was studied for the first time in the conditions of introduction of the Tashkent Botanical Garden of Uzbekistan. Thus, the optimal temperature for germination of L. tatarica seeds in laboratory conditions is +20°C + 22°C, at which germination was 73%. The germination rate of seeds sown in autumn in the field was 62%, and the germination rate of seeds sown in spring was 71%. It was noted that in greenhouse conditions at an air temperature of 20°C - 22°C and a relative humidity of 49% - 53%, the rootability of cuttings was 75%. It was revealed that the studied species adapted well to the conditions of introduction. Taking into account the effectiveness of vegetative reproduction of L. tatarica, it can be recommended for improving the aesthetic condition and landscaping of cities, landscaping and landscape design.展开更多
There are many important ancient buildings left in Bofang Village with a long history.The Xianweng Temple located in the north of the village is the only Taoist building in the ancient building group of Bofang Village...There are many important ancient buildings left in Bofang Village with a long history.The Xianweng Temple located in the north of the village is the only Taoist building in the ancient building group of Bofang Village.Its historical origin can be traced back to Tang and Song dynasties.The temple is a collection of gardens,buildings,painted in one place,all aspects of the achievement is quite high.Through the study of the decorative art characteristics of Xien-weng Temple in Bofang Village,Gaoping,this paper summarizes the artistic characteristics of Taoist architectural decoration in Shanxi,excavates the great value of its existence,and inspires more people to reflect on the protection of ancient buildings.展开更多
Up to now,The Iconography of the Decorated Writing-Paper of the Ten Bamboo Studio(shortened as Iconography)is the first large-scale book to systematically study and interpret the notes and pictures of The Decorated Wr...Up to now,The Iconography of the Decorated Writing-Paper of the Ten Bamboo Studio(shortened as Iconography)is the first large-scale book to systematically study and interpret the notes and pictures of The Decorated Writing-Paper of the Ten Bamboo Studio(shortened as Ten Bamboo).The Iconography explains the sources and interpretations of 123 paintings in 15 groups.The content covers the celebrities and historical allusions of Tessa in the past dynasties,in which there are many nicknames that are full of Chinese characteristics.This paper takes the English translation of characters’nicknames in Iconography as the research object.Through the research,it is found that the translation of these characters’nicknames mainly adopts the methods of transliteration,explanation,literal translation with annotations and free translation.Through the analysis of specific cases,this paper tries to make the translation meet the reading expectation of the target readers to the maximum extent,and provide reference for the English translation of related classical works.展开更多
Peking Union Medical College was founded in the late Qing Dynasty and the early Republic of China.Since then,society and politics have been rapidly changing,and its architectural aesthetics reflect the idea of advocat...Peking Union Medical College was founded in the late Qing Dynasty and the early Republic of China.Since then,society and politics have been rapidly changing,and its architectural aesthetics reflect the idea of advocating the West and inheriting tradition.Through research and actual investigation,this paper summarizes the current status of its building from two aspects,interior decoration art and interior decoration technology,analyzes the interior decoration characteristics of Peking Union Medical College Phase I Project,and records the archives of Peking Union Medical College’s decoration technology.展开更多
基金Sponsored by National Natural Science Foundation of China(52278045).
文摘The haematopoietic stem cell transplantation(HSCT)ward serves as a temporary residence for patients following their surgical procedures,necessitating adherence to rigorous aseptic standards.However,the current atmosphere within these wards frequently contributes to feelings of depression among patients.Research indicates that a restorative environment has the potential to alleviate negative emotional states in individuals.This study utilized the HSCT ward of Peking University First Hospital as a case study to examine the decorative preferences.This investigation was conducted through a questionnaire that was informed by the patients’inherent preferences and insights derived from research on restorative environments.The results indicated that the incorporation of floral decorations,particularly those resembling sunflowers,in ward corridors,communal activity areas,and walls can significantly enhance patients’sense of hope.Additionally,it is essential to improve the environmental visual experience in the nurses’lounge and demonstration rooms for medical staff.
基金Funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52008046)Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program from JSAST(No.TJ-2023-024)Postgraduate Research&Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province(No.KYCX21_2848)。
文摘This study aims to investigate the feasibility of using decoration waste powder(DWP)as a partial replacement for fly ash(FA)in the preparation of geopolymer masonry mortar,and to examine the effect of different DWP replacement rates(0%-40%)on the fresh and mechanical properties of the mortar.The results showed that each group of geopolymer masonry mortar exhibited excellent water retention performance,with a water retention rate of 100%,which was due to the unique geopolymer mortar system and high viscosity of the alkaline activator solution.Compared to the control group,the flowability of the mortar containing lower contents of DWP(10%and 20%)was higher.However,as the DWP replacement rate further increased,the flowability gradually decreased.The DWP could absorb the free water in the reaction system of geopolymer mortar,thereby limiting the occurrence of geopolymerization reaction.The incorporation of DWP in the mortar resulted in a decrease in compressive strength compared to the mortar without DWP.However,even at a replacement rate of 40%,the compressive strength of the mortar still exceeded 15 MPa,which met the requirements of the masonry mortar.It was feasible to use DWP in the geopolymer masonry mortar.Although the addition of DWP caused some performance loss,it did not affect its usability.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.31970427 and 32270526 granted to W.L.).
文摘Nests are important structures for birds to raise their offspring and for signaling.Many birds incorporate feathers into the nest,since feathers were traditionally thought to serve the function of insulation.Hypotheses in recent years have considered that some birds place feathers in conspicuous locations in the nest for decoration to trigger a fear response in the competitors.In this study,we investigated whether decorative feathers could deter nest usurpation by Crested Mynas(Acridotheres cristatellus)by manipulating nest box contents.The results revealed that Crested Mynas preferred black feathers to white feathers as decorations and occupied nest boxes decorated with black feathers significantly less than those decorated with white feathers,suggesting that black decorative feathers in the nest could be more effective in preventing nest usurpation by Crested Mynas and that white decorative feathers may have other functions.The black feathers in the nest are prominently placed at the edge of the nest to convey the message that“this nest is occupied”or“the owner of this nest has been preyed upon”to visitor Crested Mynas,thus effectively preventing them from usurping the nest at a later stage.
文摘With the development of information technology,sharing marketing,as an innovative marketing method,plays an important role in promoting the marketing willingness and enthusiasm of employees in the Internet decoration industry.Based on the data obtained from the ques-tionnaire survey,this paper makes an empirical analysis of the impact of the economic value,social value,perceived ease of use,perceived convenience,enabling conditions and subjective norms of sharing marketing on the marketing willingness of employees in the Internet decoration industry.The results showed that the questionnaire had good internal consistency and construct validity.Through empirical analysis,it can be found that the economic value,social value,perceived ease of use,perceived convenience,enabling conditions and subjective norms of sharing marketing have a significant positive impact on employees'marketing willingness.
文摘Figurative sculpture and decorative elements belong to the same category of art;the development of sculpture art requires innovation and constant exploration of new development paths,while many characteristics of decorative elements can give the creation of sculpture works a variety of inspiration.This paper explores the significance of figurative sculpture and decorative elements,examining their intrinsic connections and historical practices.The study aims to uncover the potential of figurative sculpture in the creation of decorative elements,highlighting how the integration of these forms can contribute to the development of art and the creation of meaningful figurative sculptures.
文摘Temple of the Three Sus,which was first established during the Yuan Dynasty,features a natural,unrestrained,and classically elegant garden architectural style.This paper discusses the multiple characteristics and meanings of traditional architectural decorative patterns at Temple of the Three Sus from a semiotic perspective.First,it analyzes the denotative aspects of these patterns,including their stylistic forms,structural frameworks,and craftsmanship techniques.Second,the paper classifies the traditional architectural decorative patterns of the Temple of the Three Sus based on the types of sources of these patterns and interprets the implied meanings of each.Finally,the paper explores the application of these traditional decorative patterns in modern urban design,specifically in Meishan City,discussing the inheritance and innovation of these patterns in contemporary urban design and emphasizing the importance of integrating tradition with modernity.
基金supported by a grant from NSFC (30770332)The Ministry of Education (MOE) Academic Research Fund (AcRF)(R-154-000-335-112)
文摘Camouflage is one of the most widespread and powerful strategies that animals use to make detection/recognition more difficult. Many orb-web spiders of the genus Cyclosa add prey remains, plant debris, moults, and/or eggsacs to their webs called web decorations. Web decorations resembling spider body colour pattern have been considered to camouflage the spider from predators. While this camouflage is obvious from a human's perspective, it has rarely been investigated from a predator's perspective. In this study, we tested the visibility of web decorations by calculating chromatic and achromatic contrasts of detritus and eggsae decorations built by Cyclosa octotubereulata, against four different backgrounds viewed by both bird (e.g., blue tits) and hymenopteran (e.g. wasps) predators. We showed that both juvenile and adult spiders on webs with detritus or egg-sac deco- rations were undetectable by both hymenopteran and bird predators over short and long distances. Our results thus suggest that decorating webs with detritus or eggsacs by C octotuberculata may camouflage the spiders from both hymenopteran and bird predators in their common habitats [Current Zoology 56 (3): 379-387, 2010].
基金Sponsored by Higher Education Teaching Reform Research Project in Jiangsu Province(2017JSJG302)2017 Dominant Profession Construction Project in Yangzhou Polytechnic University(ZDPPZY04)
文摘Investigations were made on the various plant patterns which appeared in the decorations of the two types of gardens, namely private gardens and temple gardens in Yangzhou. Analysis was made of the application of plant elements in each location, their implication of the traditional culture, and the relationship between the garden style, theme and artistic conception, aiming to provide a reference for the application of plant culture in the future garden decorations design.
文摘The back of the mirror is mainly decorated with dragon patterns,in which the head of the dragon is perking up.and the body of the dragon stretches freely.This is the largest ancient copper mirror ever seen.The bronze mirror is used to reflect the human image.SO the surface must be bright and fiat.For sucha casting with a large flat surface,it is extremely difficult to control the mirror surface without warpingdeformation.
文摘Ornaments and decorations are a must for people in their daily life and ornaments and decorations for homes are especially favoured. The many traditional stone, wooden, horn and shell sculptures and the newly-developed woven straw and wooden ornaments
文摘The purpose of this study was to empirically examine the influence of marketing mix towards customer decision-making in the interior decoration industry of Guangxi,China.The interior decoration industry in Guangxi is growing at rapid pace.Therefore,this study is specially helpful for the interior decoration industry in Guangxi,China,and the interior decoration industry in Guangxi can use marketing mix for their business gained.In order to carry out this study,the population was taken to be those customers of the interior decoration.A sample(N=425)customers were taken using simple random sampling from the interior decoration consumers of Guangxi,China.It was hypothesized that marketing mix had positive influence on customer decision-making.It was hypothesized that marketing mix predicts customer decision-making.The results were analyzed with help SPSS software.Descriptive statistical analysis,Pearson correlation test,and regression analysis were used to test hypothesis.The results showed significant positive relationship and marketing mix was a predictor of customer decision-making.This research is significant and useful for all the interior decoration enterprises in Guangxi.
文摘Seed germination (in laboratory and field conditions) and vegetative reproduction (by cuttings) of a promising decorative species—Lonicera tatarica L. (Caprifoliaceae Juss.) was studied for the first time in the conditions of introduction of the Tashkent Botanical Garden of Uzbekistan. Thus, the optimal temperature for germination of L. tatarica seeds in laboratory conditions is +20°C + 22°C, at which germination was 73%. The germination rate of seeds sown in autumn in the field was 62%, and the germination rate of seeds sown in spring was 71%. It was noted that in greenhouse conditions at an air temperature of 20°C - 22°C and a relative humidity of 49% - 53%, the rootability of cuttings was 75%. It was revealed that the studied species adapted well to the conditions of introduction. Taking into account the effectiveness of vegetative reproduction of L. tatarica, it can be recommended for improving the aesthetic condition and landscaping of cities, landscaping and landscape design.
文摘There are many important ancient buildings left in Bofang Village with a long history.The Xianweng Temple located in the north of the village is the only Taoist building in the ancient building group of Bofang Village.Its historical origin can be traced back to Tang and Song dynasties.The temple is a collection of gardens,buildings,painted in one place,all aspects of the achievement is quite high.Through the study of the decorative art characteristics of Xien-weng Temple in Bofang Village,Gaoping,this paper summarizes the artistic characteristics of Taoist architectural decoration in Shanxi,excavates the great value of its existence,and inspires more people to reflect on the protection of ancient buildings.
基金Thanks to the committee of Jiangsu Social Science.This paper is funded by Jiangsu Social Science Fund:The Iconography of The Decorated Writing-Paper of the Ten Bamboo Studio,which number is 20YYB005This paper is also funded by Teaching Reform Project for Postgraduate Education(Construction of High-quality Teaching Resources):Translation Industry Training(No.:2023YJXGG-C25)which is organized by the Postgraduate College of NUAA.
文摘Up to now,The Iconography of the Decorated Writing-Paper of the Ten Bamboo Studio(shortened as Iconography)is the first large-scale book to systematically study and interpret the notes and pictures of The Decorated Writing-Paper of the Ten Bamboo Studio(shortened as Ten Bamboo).The Iconography explains the sources and interpretations of 123 paintings in 15 groups.The content covers the celebrities and historical allusions of Tessa in the past dynasties,in which there are many nicknames that are full of Chinese characteristics.This paper takes the English translation of characters’nicknames in Iconography as the research object.Through the research,it is found that the translation of these characters’nicknames mainly adopts the methods of transliteration,explanation,literal translation with annotations and free translation.Through the analysis of specific cases,this paper tries to make the translation meet the reading expectation of the target readers to the maximum extent,and provide reference for the English translation of related classical works.
基金National Key R&D Program“Science and Technology Winter Olympics”(Grant Number:2020YFF0304900).
文摘Peking Union Medical College was founded in the late Qing Dynasty and the early Republic of China.Since then,society and politics have been rapidly changing,and its architectural aesthetics reflect the idea of advocating the West and inheriting tradition.Through research and actual investigation,this paper summarizes the current status of its building from two aspects,interior decoration art and interior decoration technology,analyzes the interior decoration characteristics of Peking Union Medical College Phase I Project,and records the archives of Peking Union Medical College’s decoration technology.