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A recent study conducted by researchers at Dalian Polytechnic University in China has explored the use of paper-based microfluidic chips for detecting food safety issues. These chips offer a compact, cost-effective, and efficient method for rapid detection of hazards in food. The study focuses on the functionalization of these chips and provides an overview of their applications in colorimetric analysis, fluorescence analysis, and surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy. The researchers also discuss the challenges and future prospects of these analytical methods in facilitating swift and reliable food safety assessment. This research is important for addressing the paramount concerns of food safety and quality in order to ensure human well-being. [Extracted from the article]

A new report from the University Department of Life Sciences and Public Health discusses the potential of personalized medicine (PM) to revolutionize healthcare by tailoring treatments to individual patients based on their data. The report highlights the need for the seamless integration of innovative technologies and collaboration between the European Union (EU) and China in the field of personalized medicine. A Delphi survey was conducted to identify key priorities for the implementation of personalized medicine, including data interoperability, standards, security measures, international partnerships, cost-effectiveness, and value assessment. The effective implementation of new technologies in personalized medicine is crucial for advancing healthcare systems in both Europe and China. [Extracted from the article]

A bibliometric analysis of publications in the journal Renal Failure between 1992 and 2021 was conducted by researchers at Asia University in Taiwan. The study compared publication indicators such as total articles, independent and collaborative publications, and citation indicators to assess the performance of countries, institutes, and authors. The findings revealed that China published the most articles and reviews in the journal, while the Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taiwan ranked highest in several publication indicators. The most popular research topics in the journal were related to hemodialysis, chronic kidney disease, and acute kidney injury. The study also found a limited relationship between highly cited papers and the journal's impact factor contributors. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at the Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Chengdu, China, analyzed the research status and trends in the field of metformin and gut microbiota. The study used bibliometric tools to analyze publications from 2012 to 2022 and found that the number of research articles on this topic has been increasing annually. The study included 517 papers from 57 countries and identified China as the leading country in terms of publications. The most influential institution was the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and the most popular journal was PLOS ONE. The study also highlighted emerging topics such as "metabolites," "aging," and "intestinal barrier." The researchers concluded that their study provides new research topics and trends for studying the effects of metformin on gut microbiota in different diseases. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from Chongqing University in China have explored the potential benefits and challenges of the proposed WHO pandemic treaty for Least Developed Nations (LDNs) in the global health landscape. The treaty has the potential to improve LDNs' access to resources, strengthen health systems, and amplify their voice in global health governance. However, challenges in ensuring equitable access, protecting sovereignty, and ensuring compliance are highlighted. The researchers advocate for treaty revisions that prioritize resource access, safeguard LDNs' autonomy, and promote capacity-building. The paper emphasizes the importance of empowering LDNs and creating a more equitable, resilient, and inclusive global health future. [Extracted from the article]

CellOrigin Biotechnology has announced the treatment of the first patient in China with their CAR-macrophage therapy product (CAR-M) SY001. This marks the first investigator-initiated clinical study of CAR-M cell therapy in China. The treatment was well tolerated with no dose-limiting toxicity observed, and the company expects that this innovative product will prove its safety and effectiveness in clinical trials, offering new hope for the treatment of solid tumors. CellOrigin has also collaborated with Zhejiang University on research papers exploring the development of second-generation CAR-iMAC and targeted glycan degradation for solid tumors. They are conducting further pre-clinical and clinical studies to provide safe and effective treatment choices for patients. [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]

This article discusses a new research report published by a researcher at Ocean University of China on the topic of systemic risk in the banking industry and its role in financial crises. The report examines the causes and effects of the 2008 U.S. subprime mortgage crisis, as well as the measures taken by the government and banks to resolve it. It also compares the subprime crisis to other financial crises and emphasizes the responsibility of the banking sector to society. The report suggests that banks should increase their capital adequacy ratio, reduce risky investments, and ensure their credibility in order to prevent bankruptcies in today's economic situation. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Asia; China; Health and Medicine; Mental Health Diseases and Conditions; Psychological EN Asia China Health and Medicine Mental Health Diseases and Conditions Psychological 76 76 1 04/24/23 20230424 NES 230424 2023 APR 24 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Mental Health Weekly Digest -- A new study on mental health diseases and conditions is now available. Asia, China, Health and Medicine, Mental Health Diseases and Conditions, Psychological. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers from Huzhou University in China explores the impact of migrant work experience on farmers' willingness to adopt new agricultural technologies. The study, based on data from the 2018 China Labor Force Dynamic Survey, found that migrant work experience significantly enhances farmers' willingness to adopt new agricultural technologies. This effect is more pronounced among male farmers, those born after 1980, and those with higher levels of education. The study also suggests actively guiding farmers with migrant work experience to adopt new agricultural technologies and encouraging return migrant labor to engage in agriculture again. [Extracted from the article]

A report from Shandong Normal University in China discusses how e-commerce can enhance the quality of China's agricultural exports. The study finds that e-commerce significantly promotes the quality of agricultural exports in all regions of China, particularly in densely populated and economically underdeveloped areas. The mechanism analysis reveals that e-commerce improves agricultural export quality by optimizing the agricultural industry chain, supply chain, and level of servicing. The research suggests that further investigation is needed to explore how e-commerce can help countries navigate global economic uncertainty. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers from Guangxi University in China explores the impact of collective action on vaccine hesitancy. The study examines how free riding behavior, where individuals benefit from others' vaccination without contributing themselves, contributes to vaccine hesitancy. The findings suggest that free riding behavior is a significant cause of vaccine hesitancy and that promoting cooperation can help alleviate this issue. The study emphasizes the importance of addressing collective action dilemmas to increase vaccination rates and promote public health. [Extracted from the article]

This article provides an overview of research on dyslexia assessment and identification in China. The researchers from Yunnan Normal University highlight the impact of dyslexia on students' academic performance, self-esteem, mental health, social and emotional development, career, and life prospects. They emphasize the need for scientifically unified methods and tools for dyslexia assessment and identification in China to improve the discovery rate of dyslexic students. The paper aims to analyze the current status of dyslexia research in China and provide insights for future dyslexia assessment and identification. [Extracted from the article]

"China's reopening will allow expatriate expert buildersto return to China and help make investment projects now on hold, areality", said Dr. Harley Seyedin. The American Chamber of Commerce in South China The American Chamber of Commerce in SouthChina (AmCham South China) released its 2023 White Paper on the BusinessEnvironment in China and 2023 Special Report on the State of Business inSouth China. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at Hubei Maternal and Child Health Hospital in China explored the role of pyroptosis-related genes in chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS), a chronic inflammatory disease of the nose and upper respiratory tract. The researchers used a weighted co-expression network analysis (WGCNA) to identify gene modules related to CRS and intersected them with genes associated with pyroptosis. They found that hub genes CASP3, IL18, NAIP, NLRC4, and TP53 were directly or indirectly related to CRS and could serve as diagnostic biomarkers. The study provides valuable insights into the molecular mechanisms of CRS and offers a foundation for further research on biomarkers for diagnosis and treatment. [Extracted from the article]

A recent report from the Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center in China discusses the use of cell transplantation therapy for traumatic spinal cord injuries (TSCI). The researchers conducted a bibliometric analysis of 284 papers published between 2013 and 2023, finding that the number of articles published has remained relatively stable while the number of citations has increased. Mainland China and the United States are leading countries in this field, with the University of Toronto being a prolific institution. The study identifies current research hotspots, such as marrow stromal cells and glial progenitor, and suggests potential future research directions, including nerve regeneration and the safety of transplantation. The findings contribute to the understanding of cell transplantation for TSCI and may guide further scientific research in this area. [Extracted from the article]

A recent report from Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School discusses the importance of portable and real-time medical equipment in tracking and detecting patients' daily physical conditions. The research focuses on the design of two electrocardiograph devices: the sport monitor-SenseON, which is small and stylish, and the medical monitor-CareON. The study emphasizes the need for such devices in managing chronic diseases, which are prevalent in China and affect the health and life expectancy of its residents. The report also mentions future trends in this field. For more information, readers can refer to the journal article titled "Research and design of a portable single guide electrocardiograph." [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at Liaocheng University in China analyzed the field of meat preservation research using the Web of Science Core Collection. The study utilized software tools to analyze 1672 papers and map the knowledge structure of the field. The research identified seven categories within meat preservation research and highlighted the importance of plant essential oils in ongoing studies. The findings of this study can assist researchers in understanding the development of the discipline and identifying key areas for future research. [Extracted from the article]

A researcher from Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University in China has published new data on the use of machine learning and natural language processing algorithms in the remote mobile medical diagnosis system of internet hospitals. The study aimed to integrate internet technology into the medical field and improve the accuracy of medical diagnoses. The research found that the remote mobile medical diagnosis system based on machine learning achieved an accuracy of 80% or higher compared to traditional systems. The study suggests that this system has a broad application prospect and can accommodate more than 10,000 people simultaneously. [Extracted from the article]

A recent systematic review and meta-analysis conducted by researchers from the Department of Pathology in Hong Kong, China, aimed to investigate the association between red meat intake and colorectal cancer among East-Asians. The study analyzed data from five studies involving 48,158 participants and found no significant association between red meat intake and colorectal cancer risks in East-Asians from China, Japan, and South Korea. However, the researchers cautioned that the limited number of included papers and the lack of adjustments for confounders warrant cautious interpretations of the results. This research has been peer-reviewed and published in the Journal of Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from Henan University of Economics & Law in China have developed a new method for multi-attribute decision making in complex situations. Traditional methods assume perfect rationality, but this study acknowledges the limited rationality of decision makers and the use of multiple linguistic terms to describe preferences. The researchers propose a new correlation coefficient to measure the degree of correlation among probabilistic linguistic term sets and introduce the TODIM method, which considers the psychological behavior of decision makers. The method was validated through an empirical analysis of four internet listed companies in China. The findings provide an important approach for future multi-attribute decision making problems. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Asia; China; Education; Psychology; Public Education EN Asia China Education Psychology Public Education A new study on psychology is now available. This paper uses the 2018 China Family Panel Studies (CFPS) to verify the role of Chinese family income on intergenerational transmission of education through the education transition matrix and the mediating effect model, and examines the effect of college expansion policy on the mediating effect of family income on intergenerational transmission of education. The news reporters obtained a quote from the research from Wuhan Institute of Technology: "Family investment in education is influenced by family income, and the increase in family income gap will aggravate the inequity of education and enhance the degree of intergenerational transmission of education. [Extracted from the article]

According tonews originating from Zhongyuan University of Technology by NewsRxcorrespondents, research stated, "This paper applies a three-stepframework to quantify COVID-19's impacts on China's domestic andinternational air travel demand and to evaluate how the impacts evolvefrom January 2020 to January 2022." Our news correspondents obtained a quote from the research fromZhongyuan University of Technology: "Time series techniques andcombination forecasting are tested to identify the best-performing modelto generate baseline forecasts, with which actual demands are comparedto assess the impact of COVID-19. [Extracted from the article]

Drawing on the opportunity provided by the China Securities Regulatory Commission in restarting employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs) in 2014, this paper investigates the impact of employee incentives on environmental performance of high-polluting enterprises. Keywords: Asia; China; Health and Medicine; Public Health EN Asia China Health and Medicine Public Health 2023 FEB 10 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Data detailed on public health have been presented. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at the First Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University in China explores the use of deep learning algorithms in medical image analysis. The study highlights the importance of employing advanced deep learning techniques in this field, as they have shown impressive results in various areas of healthcare. The researchers categorized and assessed different deep learning techniques, such as Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) and Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), based on their principles, advantages, limitations, methodologies, and datasets. The study also addresses the challenges that hinder the widespread implementation of deep learning in medical image analysis. The findings of this research provide valuable insights for future studies and advancements in image analysis in medical healthcare research. [Extracted from the article]

A recent report discusses research conducted at Baicheng Normal University in China on the detection of sports injuries using multimedia 3D image plane technology. The study focuses on fusing 2D dynamic MRI with 3D static motion for image alignment and uses a weight-sharing network and convolution operation to extract and fuse sports injury features. The results show that the algorithm used in the study achieved a peak signal-to-noise ratio of 43 dB and reduced the error control for sports injury detection. The research provides valuable insights into the automatic detection of sports injuries using advanced imaging techniques. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from Hainan University in China have developed a breast tumor segmentation network called RMAU-Net, which combines residual depthwise separable convolution and multiscale channel attention gates. The network aims to address the limitations of existing segmentation networks by improving feature extraction, considering spatial and channel dimensions, and preventing the loss of feature information. The researchers conducted experiments on two breast ultrasound datasets and found that their method demonstrated superior segmentation performance and better generalization. This research provides valuable insights into breast cancer diagnosis and could potentially contribute to improving women's health. [Extracted from the article]

The news reporters obtained a quote from the research from Changsha University of Science and Technology: "Taking China's road transport during the COVID-19 pandemic as the research object, this paper introduces an integrated resilience quantification method, draws a road transport resilience curve, and comprehensively and dynamically analyzes and compares the resilience of China's road transport system at different stages among different regions and under different epidemic waves. For more information on this research see: Quantifying Road Transport Resilience to Emergencies: Evidence from China. [Extracted from the article]

This paper reviews ethics dumping incidents in China's biomedical research field and analyzes the underlying causes to answer why China is often susceptible to ethics dumping. Keywords: Asia; China; Drugs and Therapies; Pharmacology; Science And Technology; Technology EN Asia China Drugs and Therapies Pharmacology Science And Technology Technology 1118 1118 1 09/11/23 20230915 NES 230915 2023 SEP 15 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Drug Week -- New study results on pharmacology have been published. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted by researchers at Xiamen University in China examines the impact of unconventional monetary policies on China's economic and financial cycle. The study finds that the US unconventional monetary policy, implemented after the global financial crisis in 2008, had a negative effect on China's inflation and output, while China's stock and commodity markets experienced short-term increases. The research suggests that China's monetary policy had a greater impact on the domestic economy and financial markets during the same period. The study's findings provide valuable insights for decision-making in response to the new wave of unconventional US monetary policies prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at Guangdong Ocean University in China explores the concept of social accessibility for gay men in mainland China using the locative media platform Blued. The study found that Blued, which combines physical and digital space, provides visibility and a sense of belonging for non-closeted gay men in a heteronormative urban space. However, users also face visibility asymmetries and risks. The research highlights the importance of new media and physical space in facilitating public interaction for marginalized groups in the city. [Extracted from the article]

Alcohols, Asia, China, Hydrogel, Organic Chemicals, Polyethylene Glycols, Science China Press Keywords: Alcohols; Asia; China; Hydrogel; Organic Chemicals; Polyethylene Glycols; Science China Press EN Alcohols Asia China Hydrogel Organic Chemicals Polyethylene Glycols Science China Press 591 591 1 08/14/23 20230817 NES 230817 2023 AUG 17 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Blood Weekly -- This review is written by Dr. Weixing Song from the Department of Chemistry, Capital Normal University. Keywords for this news article include: Asia, Alcohols, Hydrogel, Organic Chemicals, Science China Press, Polyethylene Glycols. [Extracted from the article]

Our news editors obtained a quote from the research from the Guangdong University of Foreign Studies, "Our findings indicate that the implementation of URBMI has no significant effect on the aggregated private health insurance market. This paper presents new evidence of the effect of public health insurance on private health insurance market by exploiting a quasi-experiment of Urban Resident Basic Medical Insurance (URBMI) in China." Keywords: Guangzhou; People's Republic of China; Asia; Economic Analysis and Policy; Economics; China; Health Insurance; Health and Medicine; Public Health; Risk and Prevention EN Guangzhou People's Republic of China Asia Economic Analysis and Policy Economics China Health Insurance Health and Medicine Public Health Risk and Prevention 6613 6613 1 07/10/23 20230714 NES 230714 2023 JUL 14 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health Insurance Week -- Investigators publish new report on Economics - Economic Analysis and Policy. [Extracted from the article]

Drawing on published historical data, unpublished archival documents, and recently collected oral interviews, this paper provides a historical overview of antibiotic use and abuse in the People's Republic of China (PRC) from the second half of the 20th century to the present. Keywords: Advertising; Antibacterials; Antibiotics; Antimicrobials; Asia; China; Drugs and Therapies; Health and Medicine; Marketing EN Advertising Antibacterials Antibiotics Antimicrobials Asia China Drugs and Therapies Health and Medicine Marketing 83 83 1 03/23/23 20230323 NES 230323 2023 MAR 23 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Blood Weekly -- New study results on antibiotics have been published. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at Ocean University of China explores the impact of marine ranch construction on fishery eco-efficiency in China. The study utilizes panel data from 2010-2021 and employs various models to analyze the effects of marine ranch construction on input efficiency, pollutant outputs, and overall fishery eco-efficiency. The findings suggest that marine ranch construction in China has improved fishery eco-efficiency by enhancing input efficiency and reducing pollutant outputs. The study also proposes policy recommendations to further enhance fishery eco-efficiency in conjunction with marine ranch construction. [Extracted from the article]

A report from Hainan Tropical Ocean University in Sanya, People's Republic of China, focuses on the relationship between athletes' psychological qualities and sports performance. The study aims to evaluate and optimize the effect of psychological quality training in enhancing athletes' performance. The researchers conducted a step-by-step research using questionnaires, interviews, and mathematical statistics to explore the relationship between sports and mental health quality. The goal is to promote the theoretical development of athletes' mental health quality research and provide reference for cultivating mental health quality in quality education. The research aims to clarify and optimize the effect of psychological quality training in athletes' performance enhancement. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by researchers at Huazhong Agricultural University in Wuhan, China, explores the impact of rural broadband development on agricultural total factor productivity (TFP). The study finds that rural broadband development plays a significant role in enhancing agricultural TFP, particularly in the central region and areas with higher rural disposable income. The research suggests that these findings can provide practical guidance for other developing countries in accelerating the digital transformation of villages and achieving high-quality agricultural development. The study was published in Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems. [Extracted from the article]

A researcher from the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China has published new data on electronics in the field of health and medicine. The research focuses on heart sound classification, which is an important means of detecting cardiovascular diseases. The study proposes a new network framework called PANet, which utilizes a partition attention module and Fusionghost module for feature extraction and classification tasks. The experiments conducted showed promising results, with a classification accuracy rate of 97.89% on the PhysioNet/CinC Challenge database. This research provides valuable insights into improving heart sound classification methods. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted by researchers at Guangxi University for Nationalities in Nanning, China, proposes a new method for diagnosing Parkinson's disease based on speech signals. The researchers developed a Binary Hybrid Artificial Hummingbird and Flower Pollination Algorithm (BFAHA) to selectively extract disease-specific information from speech signals, improving accuracy and reducing the number of features used. The algorithm was tested on high-dimensional datasets and showed competitive performance compared to other algorithms. This research has been peer-reviewed and published in the Journal of Bionic Engineering. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from Harbin Engineering University have conducted a study on the pragmatic stance in drug negotiation discourse concerning the national medical insurance catalogue in China. The study aims to deepen the understanding of negotiation discourse in the context of medical insurance negotiations and analyzes the conveyance of information, affection, and attitude. The research is of practical significance and provides a multi-perspective and multi-context analysis. For more information, the full article can be accessed through the Athens Journal of Health and Medical Sciences. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from Guilin Medical University have published a study on the measurement of China's public health level. The study aims to develop a comprehensive index system to evaluate public health status and provide recommendations for improvement. The researchers utilized data from 2011 to 2020 and developed a multi-level public health index system, including the Public Health Service Index, Public Health Resource Index, and Population Health Level Index. The study found that public health in China has been improving, and there is a positive spatial spillover effect on surrounding areas. The constructed index system can be widely utilized in other areas of public health research. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Asia; COVID-19; China; Climate Change; Coronavirus; Global Warming; Greenhouse Gases; RNA Viruses; SARS-CoV-2; Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2; Viral; Virology EN Asia COVID-19 China Climate Change Coronavirus Global Warming Greenhouse Gases RNA Viruses SARS-CoV-2 Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 Viral Virology 2023 FEB 12 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at NewsRx COVID-19 Weekly -- Investigators discuss new findings in COVID-19. For more information on this research see: Measurement and Influencing Factors of Carbon Emissions of China's Livestock Husbandry in the Post-COVID-19 Era-Based on the Supply-Side Perspective. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords for this news article include: Waterloo, Canada, North and Central America, Asia, COVID-19, China, Coronavirus, Epidemiology, Health and Medicine, Pandemic, RNA Viruses, SARS-CoV-2, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2, Viral, Virology, Balsillie School of International Affairs. Waterloo, Canada, North and Central America, Asia, COVID-19, China, Coronavirus, Epidemiology, Health and Medicine, Pandemic, RNA Viruses, SARS-CoV-2, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2, Viral, Virology Keywords: Waterloo; Canada; North and Central America; Asia; COVID-19; China; Coronavirus; Epidemiology; Health and Medicine; Pandemic; RNA Viruses; SARS-CoV-2; Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2; Viral; Virology EN Waterloo Canada North and Central America Asia COVID-19 China Coronavirus Epidemiology Health and Medicine Pandemic RNA Viruses SARS-CoV-2 Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 Viral Virology 2023 FEB 12 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at NewsRx COVID-19 Weekly -- Current study results on Coronavirus - COVID-19 have been published. [Extracted from the article]

Accordingto news reporting out of Xi'an, People's Republic of China, byNewsRx editors, research stated, "The gender imbalance in Chinahas a long history, and the consequences have begun to emerge,threatening sustainable population development. Social gender assessment,perception of gender imbalance, personal income, educationlevel, health status, and the number of existing childrenindividually correlate with son preference. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from Harbin Normal University in China have conducted a study on the motivation and path of promoting local internationalization of universities in China. The study explores the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the internationalization of education and suggests strategies for its development. The researchers emphasize the importance of politics, policy, and economy in driving local internationalization, and propose measures such as improving laws and regulations, providing diverse teaching methods, and training domestic teachers. The study concludes that local internationalization should be promoted through policy, curriculum, and teacher development. [Extracted from the article]

A new study conducted by researchers at the Beijing Institute of Technology examines the impact of food safety perception on the happiness of Chinese farmers. The study utilizes data collected through the Chinese Social Survey project and employs statistical models to analyze the relationship between food safety perception and farmers' happiness. The results show that food safety perception has a positive and significant impact on farmers' happiness, particularly among middle-aged and elderly farmers and those with higher education. The researchers suggest that policymakers should focus on strengthening food safety measures in rural areas and promoting farmers' safety awareness. [Extracted from the article]

Researchers from Shandong Jianzhu University in China have developed a region of interest-based electrophysiological source imaging (ESI) technology for analyzing motor imagery electroencephalogram (MI-EEG) signals. ESI technology maps scalp potentials to the cerebral cortex, addressing the limitations of low spatial resolution and volume conduction effects of EEG signals. The proposed method utilizes ESI technology to map scalp potential data to the cerebral cortex, determines regions of interest (ROI) based on sensor position information, and performs feature extraction and classification using filter bank CSP and support vector machine. Experimental results show that this method improves signal processing speed and accuracy, making it suitable for online brain-computer interface applications. [Extracted from the article]

A study conducted by researchers at South China Agricultural University examined the impact of ICT-based Agriculture Extension Service (IAES) on farmers' diversification decisions in southern China. The study found that the use of IAES increased the likelihood of farm diversification by 24.7%. Additionally, IAES was found to have a positive effect on litchi growers' decision to integrate livestock, but no impact on intercropping. The researchers suggest that promoting the use of IAES can contribute to sustainable intensification of agriculture and improve rural livelihoods. The full study can be accessed through the Journal of Agriculture and Food Research. [Extracted from the article]