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This book contains a collection of 14 papers dealing with guidance and guidance programs in the Philippines, the Republic of China, Japan, and Thailand. An overview of the place of American counselors in international guidance and benefits to counselors and the counseling profession of world-wide contacts is reviewed in the initial paper. Issues facing the helping professions in Asian countries are discussed, including career counseling and manpower development and the role of public and private educational funding. Among the programs described are counselor training, vocational counseling, career information resources and testing programs in the Philipines, manpower development and junior high placement services in China, career guidance in Japanese senior high schools, and a guidance information-week fair in Thailand. (JAC)

The article focuses on the decline of the paper industry in the 21st century. There was a significant decrease in printing-paper consumption since the peak in paper demand in North America in 2000. The key challenges facing the sector are boosting the environmental and usability credentials of paper and finding new applications for the pulp. But the consumption decline in the west is not reflected in Asia and South America.

A new report from the South China University of Technology discusses the importance of detecting high levels of copper (Cu) in the human body, which can lead to kidney dysfunction, liver cirrhosis, and neurological diseases like Wilson's disease (WD). The researchers developed a portable smartphone-assisted device that uses nanomaterial-modified paper to detect Cu in urine samples. The device, called a novel paper-based analytical device (nPAD), can complete Cu detection in 20 minutes with a low limit of detection. The researchers believe that this device has potential for clinical applications and environmental monitoring. [Extracted from the article]

KTI, a tobacco company, is expanding its range of oral tobacco products in the travel-retail sector. The company recently introduced its LIV non-combustible product at a trade exhibition and is now developing a new range of paper capsules specifically for the Eastern European and Asian markets. KTI aims to have these products available in duty-free airports by 2024. The company believes that smaller manufacturers like themselves bring innovation and differentiation to the market to remain competitive. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Kunming; People's Republic of China; Asia; Drugs and Therapies; Emerging Technologies; Food Packaging; Nanorods; Nanotechnology EN Kunming People's Republic of China Asia Drugs and Therapies Emerging Technologies Food Packaging Nanorods Nanotechnology 2023 MAR 9 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Food Weekly News -- New research on Nanotechnology - Nanorods is the subject of a report. Kunming, People's Republic of China, Asia, Drugs and Therapies, Emerging Technologies, Food Packaging, Nanorods, Nanotechnology. [Extracted from the article]

A new white paper titled "Women Leadership in India Inc." explores the current state of women in leadership roles within Indian companies and the larger Asian business ecosystem. The study acknowledges the positive impact of government initiatives in promoting women's participation in the workforce but also highlights the need for individual companies to take ownership of advancing women in leadership positions. The paper identifies various obstacles hindering women's advancement, including organizational policies, limited career advancement opportunities, work-life balance challenges, and cultural norms and stereotypes. The study proposes eight actionable solutions, such as incentivizing companies to promote gender diversity, mandatory diversity reporting, and promoting sponsorship and allyship for career advancement. By implementing these solutions, companies can create a more inclusive and equitable work environment, empowering women and contributing to economic and social progress in Asia. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Chandigarh; India; Asia; Obesity Fitness and Wellness; Drugs and Therapies EN Chandigarh India Asia Obesity Fitness and Wellness Drugs and Therapies 2023 FEB 3 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Drug Week -- Data detailed on Obesity, Fitness and Wellness have been presented. Chandigarh, India, Asia, Obesity Fitness and Wellness, Drugs and Therapies. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Kuala Lumpur; Malaysia; Asia; Bowel Diseases and Conditions; Diet and Nutrition; Digestive System Diseases and Conditions; Epidemiology; Gastroenteritis; Gastroenterology; Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions; Health and Medicine; Hepatology; Inflammatory Bowel Disease; Pediatric Gastroenterology; Pediatrics EN Kuala Lumpur Malaysia Asia Bowel Diseases and Conditions Diet and Nutrition Digestive System Diseases and Conditions Epidemiology Gastroenteritis Gastroenterology Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions Health and Medicine Hepatology Inflammatory Bowel Disease Pediatric Gastroenterology Pediatrics 2023 MAR 6 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at TB & Outbreaks Week -- Data detailed on Digestive System Diseases and Conditions - Inflammatory Bowel Disease have been presented. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Asia, Bowel Diseases and Conditions, Diet and Nutrition, Digestive System Diseases and Conditions, Epidemiology, Gastroenteritis, Gastroenterology, Gastrointestinal Diseases and Conditions, Health and Medicine, Hepatology, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Pediatrics. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Sylhet; Bangladesh; Asia; Aspergillus; Cellulases; Enzymes and Coenzymes; Genetics; Glucanase; Glucosidases; Glycoside Hydrolases; Health and Medicine; Hydrolases EN Sylhet Bangladesh Asia Aspergillus Cellulases Enzymes and Coenzymes Genetics Glucanase Glucosidases Glycoside Hydrolases Health and Medicine Hydrolases 2023 FEB 24 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Genomics & Genetics Weekly -- Investigators discuss new findings in Aspergillus. According to the news editors, the research concluded: "Results herein provide a valuable resource for understanding cellulase genes in Aspergillus species and potential application of cellulase in textile and fermentable sugars production industries.". [Extracted from the article]

Several photographs of festival of lights celebrated in Asia in which people lighten glass lanterns and paper lanterns.

A report from the South China University of Technology discusses a new method for on-site monitoring of foodborne pathogens using a smartphone-assisted paper-sensor combined with phage-derived bacterial-binding proteins-nano magnetic beads (PBPs-MBs). The PBPs-MBs were used for rapid separation and enrichment of targeted bacteria from food samples before detection on paper-based sensors. The paper-based sensor, loaded with a lytic agent, induced bacterial lysis and release of specific endogenous enzymes, resulting in characteristic color changes on the paper. A smartphone app was used for color analysis and direct detection of three foodborne pathogens. The research concludes that this smartphone-assisted biosensor has promising application potential for point-of-care testing of foodborne pathogens in resource-scarce areas. [Extracted from the article]

Focuses on the story of the Silk Road, a network of trade routes that extended from Japan and China in East Asia across Central Asia, south to India, and west across the Iranian plateau and other lands to the Mediterranean. Details of the stories how silk and paper traveled the Silk Road from China to Europe; Discussion on the story of paper production; Establishment of sericulture in China.

The article focuses on the implications of the increased volume of wastepaper exported by the U.S. to Asia for the global economy and the shipping industry. Consumers in the U.S. and Europe are spending freely when Asia is importing wastepaper in large quantities. Wastepaper accounts for about 50 percent of the containerized cargo shipped to North China. Freight rates for wastepaper had increased to more than 1,000 dollars per-40-foot container in early 2008.

The author discusses the performance of the global recovered paper (RP) market during the year 2011. She looks at how the European sovereign debt crisis has contributed to the decline in the demand for paper and board. She analyzes the cause of the price development of high-grade deinking grades. She comments on the slowdown in the Chinese imports of U.S. high grades in the second half of the year. She also offers outlook for RP demand from Asia.

The author reports on the increasing number of papers written by researchers in Asia which are published in scientific journals.

Lists books about archaeology in Asia. 'Studies of Shang Archaeology,' edited by K.C. Chang; 'Artefacts as Categories: A Study of Ceramic Variability in Central India,' by Daniel Miller; 'Kuli: An Exploration of an Ancient Civilization in South Asia,' by Gregory L. Possehl.

Information about several papers discussed at the in-house forum of the website Asialaw on paper due diligence on private equity target companies in Asia is presented. According to chief executive officer Scott Lane, it will not solve any purpose as accounts may not get give proper information. It discusses how printed material related to accounts can be misleading and falsely created and suggests companies to gather information through interviews and visiting websites.

ALLTOP, ASIA, BUSINESS, CHINA, CMD, MARKETS, NRG, TOP, WORLD, WWTOP, WWTOPAM, WWTOPAS, WWTOPEU Keywords: ALLTOP; ASIA; BUSINESS; CHINA; CMD; MARKETS; NRG; TOP; WORLD; WWTOP; WWTOPAM; WWTOPAS; WWTOPEU EN ALLTOP ASIA BUSINESS CHINA CMD MARKETS NRG TOP WORLD WWTOP WWTOPAM WWTOPAS WWTOPEU China's national carbon market, which will become the world's largest emissions trading system, will finally begin trading on Friday, according to people familiar with the matter. [Extracted from the article]

Reports on issues affecting the press in Asia. Owners views reflected in Asia's media; Comparison with the American press; Availability of newspapers and other publications in the Philippines; Image of the Hong Kong papers; Lack of reliability and commitment to accuracy as overall image problem of Asian media; Need for journalism training.

Presents news briefs related to health and environment in Asia as of September 2001. Study conducted by Innovest Strategic Value Advisors on steel companies using environmental filters; Order issued by Malaysian High Court Judge Datuk Ian Chin Hon Chong against Borneo Paper and Pulp Co.; Start of the world's largest solar project in the Philippines that will bring electricity to residents of rural Mindanao.

Presents news briefs on Asia as of March 2001. Victory of the political party Thai Rak Thai in the election in Thailand; Publication of the book `Tiananmen Papers'; Tribunals against the members of the former communist Khmer Rouge regime of Pol Pot.

Focuses on the implementation of rate increases on wastepaper exports to Asia on September 2005. Competition facing U.S. exporters; Limitation on the rate increase; Nullification of the value of the westbound revenue.

Discusses the outlook for the emergence of China as an economic world power. Idea that the success of China will bode well for other Asian economies, rather than harm them; Inclusion of China into the World Trade Organization; Discussion of the outlook for exports to China; Discussion of various industries in Asia.

The article reports on the recommendation of the Transpacific container lines in the Westbound Transpacific Stabilization Agreement (WTSA) to implement a $50 per 40-foot container increase in U.S.-Asia recovered rates. Effective September 1, 2006, the action is part of an effort to address rising cargo handling and equipment positioning cost in Asia. WTSA said that the increase of shipping rates reflects high volume of recovered paper and special characteristics and routing of the cargo.

Focuses on the plans of Asian countries to build 100-seat commercial airplanes. Includes Indonesia, Japan and Korea; Analysis of the technological capabilities of the countries; Airlines with ongoing projects building airplanes; Cost of the projects; Target and potential markets.

Researchers at the Salk Institute have analyzed over 2 million brain cells from mice to create the most comprehensive atlas of the mouse brain to date. The study, part of the National Institutes of Health's BRAIN Initiative, not only identifies the various cell types in the brain but also reveals how these cells connect and the genes and regulatory programs that are active in each cell. The data is publicly available and can be accessed through an online platform, providing a valuable resource for researchers studying the mouse brain. The study also includes other findings, such as the discovery of regulatory elements implicated in brain diseases and the identification of correlations between regulatory proteins and gene expression patterns in the motor cortex. [Extracted from the article]

A report from China Jiliang University discusses the emission of brominated pollutants from waste printed circuit boards (WPCBs) during thermal treatment. The disposal of WPCBs generates these pollutants, which can have a significant impact on human health and the environment. The paper summarizes the sources and paths of brominated pollutants, analyzes their emission characteristics and impact factors, and discusses methods of controlling them. The research concludes that controlling temperature, reaction time, air flow rate, and excess air coefficient can help minimize the impact of pollutant emissions. The paper aims to provide assistance to other researchers and practitioners in WPCB recycling. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the challenges faced by the global change program Future Earth and proposes solutions for its future development. The authors identify three major challenges, including a lack of visibility among the global science community, a top-down approach to programming that neglects local communities, and underrepresentation of the global South. The paper provides specific recommendations to strengthen the program, such as using it as a major research platform and involving a variety of stakeholders. The authors emphasize the need for collaboration and the development of a sustainability science alliance. [Extracted from the article]

Good morning from Fastmarkets MB's offices in Asia as we bring you the latest news and pricing stories on Monday October 8. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Donald Trump, Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin are among 21 leaders meeting in Vietnam this week for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit. With a severely weakened Islamic State losing ground across Syria, Putin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said the situation should be on the agenda for any Putin-Trump meeting at APEC. [Extracted from the article]

The article provides information on coniferous forests. Trees of coniferous forests are considered good sources of valuable products, including timber and paper. These forests could be found across the northern areas of North America, Europe, and Asia. It has been noted that trees in these forests, such as pine, spruce, and fir, are able to survive harsh climate conditions and large volume of these trees are cut down from coniferous forests and processed for the paper industry.

Presents information pertaining to bargaining aspects within some companies of Southeast Asia who find themselves dragged down to far in the market's dumping of all bonds from the region. What is seen by J.P. Morgan; How have the bonds been marked down with accordance to reports given by J.P. Morgan; Comments from J.P. Morgan's paper analyst, David Common.

According to a white paper published by KKR & Co., Asia's credit markets present attractive investment opportunities due to strong demand for financing, undervalued assets, and high-quality issuers in the region. The recent defaults among Chinese property developers have reset asset prices, making them more appealing compared to similar deals in the US and Europe. The demand for financing in Asia exceeds supply, as banks have tightened lending criteria and investor support has been subdued. KKR believes this trend will continue or even intensify in the future. With a significant amount of high-yield debt maturing in the next few years, there is ample opportunity for players in both private and broadly syndicated markets. KKR also sees potential in select sectors in China, such as large technology firms with positive net cash flows and investment-grade insurers. Additionally, issuers in Hong Kong with offshore assets and limited exposure to China may have upside potential. The Asia-Pacific region's share of the global private credit market is growing rapidly, attracting investors with higher rates of return. KKR highlights that Asia's economic outlook is gaining momentum post-pandemic, particularly in business travel and tourism. The potential rate cut by the US Federal Reserve later this year is expected to further support growth in the region. [Extracted from the article]

In a white paper published last week (18 October 2023), the Danish developer called for speed, scale, societal value and supply chain synergies to fully realise the green energy transition in the region. Ørsted highlights challenges and solutions for OSW, Asia Global offshore wind leader Ørsted has urged governments in the Asia-Pacific region to collaborate to address the challenges faced by the industry. [Extracted from the article]

The article reports on the plan by German bank FMS Wertmanagement (FMS) to aim for a wider investor base for its second year in the commercial paper market. The bank plans to attract central banks and institutional investors in China, Japan and the U.S. The opinion of the bank's Tim Armbruster on their plan is also cited.

The article presents an update on the commercial paper market (CP) in Europe as of June 2007. Asian central bank buying has strengthened the CP market. French agency borrower Cades has printed $420 million and $400 million in two days in single transactions. Asscher Finance will start selling $660 million of income and mezzanine notes to support an initial portfolio worth $6 billion.

The article reports on the growth of the European commercial paper (CP) market due to the issuance of conduits and asset backed CP to finance new assets. The price of financial instruments have declined because of expectations that large banks will sell some of their assets in preparation for the end of fiscal year in November 2006. Demand for longer dated dollar persisted in Asia. CP Euro issuers anticipate that future rate from the European Central Bank will increase.

The article discusses the "Asian Cartonboard Benchmarking Study," published by RISI. The study examines manufacturing costs for 32 producers of cartonboard products in Asia. The study also presents a facility summary, a process flow sheet for each mill, and a cost estimate summary by grade produced.

To contact the reporter on this story:Gerry Smith in New York at gsmith233@bloomberg.netTo contact the editors responsible for this story:Crayton Harrison at tharrison5@bloomberg.netPaul Barbagallo, Anthony Palazzo Attribution Gerry Smith: by reporter Paul Barbagallo: editor Anthony Palazzo: editor Crayton Harrison: editor responsible. [Extracted from the article]

(Bloomberg) -- A hawkish pivot by the Indian central bank has money managers scurrying to find safer bets while bracing for potentially the steepest rate hikes in Asia. The yield spread between three-year government papers and similar top-rated company bonds had turned negative in April from around 87 basis points in August, according to Bloomberg data. Yields have risen, and stocks pared gains since the Reserve Bank of India shifted focus to inflation from growth in April and indirectly tightened policy by introducing a higher floor interest rate. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from Henan University of Chinese Medicine have conducted a study on the treatment of children's sub-health conditions. They argue that sub-health is a state of low quality between disease and health, and that it can be better understood and analyzed using big data in medical informatization. The researchers propose an evaluation method based on AI neural networks, including an improved AlexNet network evaluation method, an evaluation method based on an improved residual network, and an evaluation method of multi-scale feature fusion. The research concludes that these methods result in shorter training times and higher accuracy compared to single models. The study has been peer-reviewed and published in Neural Computing and Applications. [Extracted from the article]

Emma Rotor, a Filipino math teacher, played a crucial role in weapons research during World War II. While her husband, Arturo Rotor, was a well-known figure in medical and literary circles, Emma worked on the development of the proximity fuze, a mechanism that made shells and bombs detonate when they got close to their target. This technology greatly improved the efficiency of bombs and was used in major battles in Europe and Asia. Despite her significant contributions, Emma's role in weapons research was not widely known, even among her own family. [Extracted from the article]

The article reports on the mention of the defeat of political party Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by politician Narendra Modi, in elections of Bihar, India in Pakistani newspapers based on the reasons of extremism, religious intolerance, and pitting Hindus against Muslims.

In the present paper, we review two of the most neglected intestinal food-borne trematodiases: echinostomiasis, caused by members of the family Echinostomatidae, and gastrodiscoidiasis produced by the amphistome Gastrodiscoides hominis. Both parasitic infections are important intestinal food-borne diseases. Humans become infected after ingestion of raw or insufficiently cooked molluscs, fish, crustaceans, amphibians or aquatic vegetables. Thus, eating habits are essential to determine the distribution of these parasitic diseases and, traditionally, they have been considered as minor diseases confined to low-income areas, mainly in Asia. However, this scenario is changing and the population at risk are currently expanding in relation to factors such as new eating habits in developed countries, growing international markets, improved transportation systems and demographic changes. These aspects determine the necessity of a better understanding of these parasitic diseases. Herein, we review the main features of human echinostomiasis and gastrodiscoidiasis in relation to their biology, epidemiology, immunology, clinical aspects, diagnosis and treatment. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]