Abstract: Promoting high-quality development in coastal areas and building desirable ecological and scenic belts, coastal urban belts, and high-quality economic belts are major development tasks for Jiangsu Province during the 14th Five Year Plan period. The Yellow Sea urban belt is an important node in the national "two horizontal and three vertical" urbanization pattern, an important support for the Yangtze River Delta urban agglomeration, and an important battlefield for coastal development in Jiangsu. The path and countermeasures for the construction of the Yellow Sea urban belt are: (1) Highlighting the positioning of coastal central cities, constructing a "one body, two wings" T-shaped urban spatial development pattern, and enhancing the primacy of central cities. (2) Promote the integration of people, industry, and city, enhance the industrial and population support of parks and ports, and promote the integration of coastal industrial belts and urban belts. (3) Optimize the urban system, build a "one core, one belt, and multiple nodes" spatial system, and establish a "one city, one port" county-level dual center. (4) Accelerate infrastructure construction, enhance transportation accessibility along the Yellow Sea urban belt, build a number of port cities, fishing villages, cultural and tourism towns, and characteristic villages, enhance the coastal style of the Yellow Sea urban belt, and create the "most beautiful" coast in Jiangsu. Read More

Abstract: This paper examines China's foreign relations with West Africa during the period from 1960 to 1965, focusing on the ideological, economic, and diplomatic strategies employed by China to strengthen its influence in the region. During a time of global Cold War tensions and the Sino-Soviet split, China sought to form alliances with newly independent African nations such as Ghana, Mali, and Guinea. By promoting anti-imperialist and socialist ideologies, China positioned itself as a supporter of national liberation movements in Africa. The paper analyzes the role of economic aid as a tool for political leverage, examining specific aid projects that fostered economic development in these countries while aligning them ideologically with China. The study also explores the diplomatic interactions between Chinese and African leaders, emphasizing how these relationships were instrumental in gaining support for China on the international stage, particularly in the United Nations. The research provides insights into the broader implications of China's early foreign policy strategies in the Third World and its long-lasting impact on Sino-African relations. Read More

Abstract: Today, with the rapid development of China's economy, China's urbanization process is also accelerating, and the implementation of the urban-rural integration policy has made the pace of China's urbanization development faster and faster, The construction of small towns is one of the most important core contents of China's urbanization system, and at the same time, it is also the first step of accelerating the urbanization process and shortening the difference between urban and rural areas and regions in the southwestern part of China. The state has paid great attention to the construction of small towns, which has created a favorable policy environment for the construction of small towns all over the country. in the process of implementing China's western development  strategy, the construction of small towns has not only promoted the process of China's agricultural industrialization, but also promoted the process of China's industrialization in the southwestern region. This paper is in such a background, with the characteristics of Yibin Sichuan Province, small town construction planning as an example, small towns in the southwest region of the problems existing in the planning of in-depth research and analysis, and for these problems put forward the corresponding measures to solve them, l hope to be able to Southwest China's urban and rural development of the integrated development of a certain degree of reference significance. Read More

Abstract: The new development concept puts forward higher requirements for the construction of water safety production management system. By analyzing the characteristics of water safety production, it puts forward the optimization plan of risk pre-control system and establishes a systematic risk management and control system. Based on the improvement of the policy implementation mechanism and the construction of the supervision and inspection system, the whole process safety management closed loop is formed. The research results are of great significance in enhancing the level of safe production management in the water industry, guaranteeing the safe operation of water facilities, and providing theoretical guidance for the practice of safety management in water enterprises. Read More

Abstract: Objective To understand the mental health status and influencing factors of community health service personnel under the normalization of epidemic prevention and control, and to provide reference for the formulation of psychological intervention programs in the later stage. Methods 200 community health service workers in Guangdong Province were selected by convenient sampling method, and the general situation questionnaire and symptom self-assessment scale (SCL-90) were used. Results The total score of SCL-90 was 112.39 ± 33.31; univariate analysis showed that the position was statistically significant for SCL-90 scores (P <0.05); regression analysis showed that the position was an important factor affecting the mental health status of community health service personnel (P <0.05). Conclusion Under the normalization of epidemic prevention and control, community health service personnel have a certain degree of psychological distress, and the psychological conditions of medical staff with different characteristics are different. Therefore, high attention should be paid to the mental health status of medical staff, and their psychological support and counseling should be strengthened. Read More

Abstract: Self-revolution is the most distinctive political characteristic of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and its greatest strength. General Secretary Xi Jinping’s important thoughts on the Party’s self-revolution clearly propose the practical requirements of advancing self-revolution with “nine approaches.” These thoughts are the theoretical crystallization and essence of the era in Party building in the new era and serve as an important guide for advancing comprehensive and strict governance of the Party, Party conduct and integrity construction, and anti-corruption efforts. To understand General Secretary Xi Jinping’s important thoughts on the Party’s self-revolution, one must deeply grasp the historical logic, theoretical logic, and practical logic embedded within them, continually enhancing political consciousness, ideological awareness, and action consciousness in advancing self-revolution. Read More

Abstract: This article aims to explore the connection and conflict between civil law and criminal law in property protection. With the continuous deepening of the construction of the rule of law in China, the legal system is becoming more and more perfect. However, in practice, civil law and criminal law often conflict on property protection, which brings certain troubles to judicial practice. Through the analysis of the legislative purpose, adjustment object and legal effect of civil law and criminal law in property protection, this article reveals the causes and manifestations of legal conflicts, and puts forward suggestions to resolve conflicts. The study found that improving legislation and improving the level of judicial practice is the key to reducing legal conflicts and maintaining the unity of the rule of law. Read More

Abstract: In recent years, there has been a high incidence of cases of sexual assault on minors in China, most of which occur in a hidden environment. Due to delayed disclosure and loss of physical evidence, children's testimony often becomes the key evidence for both conviction and sentencing. Against this background, this paper examines the issue of the probative value of children's testimonies in Chinese cases of sexual abuse of minors, aiming to provide references for relevant legislation and judicial practice. Through a combination of case analysis, comparative study, and literature review, this paper systematically examines the current situation of Chinese judicial practice, international experiences, and theoretical developments. The study found that children's testimony often faces the dilemma of "solitary evidence" because of its inherent limitations and the particularity of cases, and its probative value is often questioned in sexual assault cases. The existing laws and regulations in China do not take this into account sufficiently, and the traditional mode of corroborating evidence is difficult to effectively compensate for the inherent defects of children's testimony. International experience demonstrates that the establishment of professional inquiry mechanism, a scientific assessment system and a multi-agency collaboration platform can help improve the credibility of children's testimony. Based on these findings, this study proposes to improve the existing system in four areas: constructing a credibility assessment system for children's testimony, establishing a professional inquiry mechanism, clarifying applicable rules for corroborating children's testimony, and strengthening multi-agency collaboration. This research is of great significance for promoting the specialization of juvenile justice in China, which not only helps to improve the trial quality and efficiency of sexual assault cases of minors but also provides institutional safeguards for protecting … Read More

Abstract: This article mainly studies the interpretation and reconstruction of Chinese cultural symbols in cross-cultural communication. By summarizing relevant concepts, it elaborates on the existing forms of Chinese cultural symbols in cross-cultural communication. It analyzes the current status of Chinese cultural symbols recognized by the international community and their negative images, highlighting the necessity of their interpretation and reconstruction. On this basis, the article explores the manifestations of Chinese cultural symbols in cross-cultural communication from aspects such as content presentation form, language expression form, color application form, character design form, and image presentation form. Additionally, it analyzes the causes of interpretation biases of Chinese cultural symbols, including differences in cultural contexts and factors such as communication subjects and channels. Finally, it proposes policy recommendations for Chinas international cultural exchange, including establishing a cross-cultural communication context, building international communication platforms, and enhancing international communication capabilities. Through the implementation of these policies, it is possible to effectively improve the interpretation biases of Chinese cultural symbols in cross-cultural communication and enhance their international influence. Read More

Abstract: This essay examines the role of colonialism in Britain's wealth accumulation, focusing on the exploitation of India and Hong Kong during the British Imperial era. It argues that Britain's status as a first-world country with the world's fifth largest economy is significantly due to the economic gains from its colonial past. The paper details the "Drain" of wealth from India, where Britain extracted nearly $45 trillion from 1765 to 1938, and the subsequent deindustrialization of India's economy. It also discusses the cost of conquering, land revenue systems, and the shared military burden that India bore, which alleviated Britain's financial strain during wars. The social benefits provided by Britain in India, such as railways, were financed by Indian taxpayers, with British investors reaping the profits. Turning to Hong Kong, the essay highlights the opium trade as a state-run business that funnelled profits to Britain and the transformation of Hong Kong into a trade and foreign investment hub, with real estate becoming a significant contributor to its GDP. The colonial government's policies in Hong Kong resulted in low tax revenues for the colony, yet high profits for British companies. The essay concludes that Britain's wealth and the strategic trade opportunities in its former colonies were made possible through imperialism, leaving a legacy of socio-economic imbalance and exploitation. Read More

Abstract: In the post-pandemic era, host cities are increasingly utilizing sports events as strategic tools to enhance brand identity, stimulate urban development, and drive economic recovery. This paper investigates the 2022 Hangzhou Asian Games as a case study in city branding, analyzing the effectiveness of two strategies: cost-efficient infrastructure development and the integration of cultural heritage with innovative technology. Through content and stakeholder analyses, the research discusses the Hangzhou Asian Games' impact on various stakeholders, highlighting the holistic socioeconomic effects and global applicability of such events. The results suggest that leveraging existing infrastructure and empowering local businesses enhanced both cost efficiency and maximized benefits. Additionally, by integrating traditional culture with advanced technologies, the Hangzhou Asian Games showcased the city's technological advantage while underscoring its commitment to cultural preservation, ultimately strengthening its global reputation. These findings not only demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of city branding but also provide valuable insights for future large-scale events, suggesting that sports events can serve as essential platforms for city branding and international recognition. Read More

Abstract: As China's international standing ascends, the significance of translating political texts, particularly those involving classical allusions, becomes increasingly prominent. This translation process necessitates a delicate balance of linguistic transformation, cultural adaptation, and communicative efficacy. Drawing upon the framework of Eco-Translatology, this study examines the translator's adaptive transformations in terms of linguistic, cultural, and communicative dimensions, using classical allusions in Volume IV of Xi Jinping: The Governance of China as illustrative examples. The objective of this research is to refine the analytical perspectives within political text translation studies. Through methodologies such as literature review and case studies, it explores the translator's adaptive selections and translation strategies, aiming to achieve optimal translation outcomes. The findings reveal that Eco-Translatology facilitates the translator in maintaining a harmonious equilibrium between the original text's literary value, political connotations, and the target audience's cultural backdrop, thereby enhancing China's international voice and shaping a favorable national image. This study contributes positively to the overseas dissemination of Chinese cultural ideas. Read More

Abstract: Urban micro-renewal needs to rely on urban culture, and the Opinions on Strengthening the Protection and inheritance of History and Culture in Urban and Rural Construction, issued by the General Office of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and the Genera Office of the State Council in 2021, pointed out the great significance of culture in urban and rural construction. Taking Ebian Yi Autonomous County as an example, this paper discusses the important role of ethnic culture in urban micro-renewal in ethnic areas and puts forward some development suggestions. At the same time, it also supplements the theoretical foundation for there search of urban micro-renewal model in ethnic minority areas. Read More

Abstract: In response to the demand for high-quality compound talents in the digital economy era, China's higher education system has gradually proposed and promoted the “New Economics and Management” (NEM) strategy, which aims to cultivate professional economic management talents with data thinking, technical application capabilities, and innovation abilities. With the rapid development of technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), big data, and cloud computing, the current curriculum and teaching models urgently need to be optimized and innovated. This study aims to construct an AI-driven data science curriculum framework adapted to the digital economy era and propose innovative teaching models based on the NEM strategy, leveraging the advantages of AI technology. By analyzing the practical experience of domestic and international universities in AI and data science teaching, this study proposes a comprehensive curriculum design framework that deeply integrates economic management courses with AI technology and data science, and innovatively introduces modern teaching methods such as project-based learning (PBL), flipped classroom, and blended learning. The study shows that these innovative models not only enhance students' abilities in data analysis, technical application, and innovative thinking, but also, through the concept of interdisciplinary integration, make the curriculum content cover both traditional economic management knowledge and technical application abilities, effectively promoting the cultivation of compound talents. By continuously deepening the application of technology, strengthening the construction of teaching staff, and reinforcing practical teaching, future AI and data science courses will better meet the needs of the digital economy era and make greater contributions to cultivating high-quality compound talents with innovation and technical application abilities. Read More

Abstract: As society continues to develop and evolve, emojis are increasingly replacing certain expressions traditionally conveyed through plain text. This paper transitions from examining the impact of plain text on the receiver to analyzing how the inclusion of emojis in text regulates the receiver's emotions. The findings of this research not only enhance our understanding and utilization of emojis but also open new avenues for exploration in psychology and behavioral studies. Read More

Abstract: As major mainstream video platforms enter the PUGC construction, the creation mode that meets the audience's interests and popularizes scientific knowledge is widely sought after. Under this trend, the academic and industry research on PUGC construction focuses more on economic benefits, business models and other objects, and pays less attention to the factors affecting audience behavior. User feedback is an important part of the interactive model of mass communication. This paper selects college students from Anhui universities as the research group to deeply understand young people's cognition of "MediaStorm", a well-known PUGC creator on bilibili, analyze the factors affecting young people's browsing of PUGC content, and then explore the optimization strategy of the PUGC model, which provides effective methods and tools for the further optimization of the construction of PUGC on the comprehensive video community platform, and also provides a reference for the academic community to conduct in-depth research on PUGC communication. Read More

Abstract: In the context of the current state actively promoting the protection and inheritance of intangible cultural heritage, it is of great importance to explore the impact of emerging digital platforms on the dissemination of intangible cultural heritage. With the rapid development of digital economy, traditional intangible cultural heritage is faced with many challenges such as limited transmission scope and single transmission mode. Through the case analysis of China's intangible cultural heritage, this paper explores the application strategy of the meta-universe. Through digital reconstruction, digital twin, VR, AR and regional chain and other technologies, intangible cultural transmission is not limited by time and space for effective communication. Combined with the subjective factors faced, finally explore the innovation path of communication mechanism. Read More

Abstract: Violent behavior can be "tangible" or "intangible", the "lethality" of intangible violence is no less than tangible violence to some extent, in the network information society to enhance peoples distance today, how to better regulate the network violence and non-invisible violence in the network space has become the urgent demand of the society. The public cannot punish arbitrarily instead of morality or law. By discussing the moral representative value of the public, exploring the ethical value of technology and deconstructing the legal factors in network violence, this paper causes the morality and law to perform their own duties and strengthen the condemnation of network violence. Read More

Abstract: With the advent of the vigorous development of science and technology, the national short video creation boom has swept in. While the secondary creation of short videos has become a new trend in video creation, it is also facing the risk of copyright infringement. How to establish a balance of interests mechanism between copyright owners and the public, especially secondary short video creators, is the research direction of the fair use system. The fair use system can ensure that copyright is not infringed within a reasonable range, and promote the reasonable use, innovation, dissemination and promotion of the original work by the secondary creation of short videos. The creation of secondary short video creators within the scope of the fair use system can not only expand the influence of the original work, but also enrich the atmosphere of video creation and improve the vitality of video creation. Read More

Abstract: From the perspective of business administration, this paper conducts an in-depth exploration of the optimal allocation of human resources, briefly describes the connotation and development process of business administration, defines the optimal allocation of human resources, and expounds the application principles of business administration in the allocation of human resources. In a highly competitive business environment, companies need to elevate the rational allocation of human resources to a strategic level. Through the forecasting of human resource demand, the analysis of human resource supply and the analysis and evaluation of positions, we can help enterprises accurately grasp the supply and demand of human resources, scientifically allocate positions, release potential, and improve operational efficiency and competitiveness. Through a detailed analysis of Tencent's optimal allocation of human resources, we found that there were problems and put forward improvement strategies, so as to provide a scientific and effective reference framework and guiding principles for enterprises to improve human resource allocation, so as to help enterprises stand out from the competition and achieve stable and sustainable development. Read More

Abstract: During marriage, the problem that one spouse donates property to a third party due to extramarital affairs has a long history, and there are different views and arguments in practice and academic circles. This paper discusses the validity of the contract and the change of property right of one spouse's gift to the third party separately, starting with the judgment of the validity of the gift contract, and comprehensively analyzes the consideration factors of invalidity of the contract violating the principle of public order and good customs from the angle of the application of the principle of public order and good customs, so as to explore whether the validity of the contract of one spouse's gift to the third party is valid or not; In the behavior of one spouse's disposition of the donated property to a third party, the change of property ownership is taken as the breakthrough point and analysis context, and the issue of ownership and return of the donated property is reorganized based on the different results of the validity judgment of the gift contract, in order to improve the judgment of the validity of the property donated by one spouse to a third party. Read More

Abstract: In the digital age, data breaches have become a significant threat to consumer privacy, prompting the implementation of stringent data protection regulations worldwide. This paper evaluates the effectiveness of two prominent regulatory frameworks, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) in the United States, in safeguarding consumer data and responding to data breaches. Through a comparative analysis of their key provisions, enforcement mechanisms, and real-world impacts, the study examines how these regulations address consumer rights, data access, and control. The research employs a mixed-methods approach, analyzing case studies of major data breaches under each framework, including the 2018 British Airways breach (GDPR) and the 2020 Zoom breach (CCPA). Findings reveal that GDPR, with its broader scope, stringent enforcement, and higher penalties, offers a more comprehensive and proactive approach to data protection compared to the CCPA, which is more localized and reactive. The study highlights the challenges and limitations of each framework, emphasizing the need for ongoing refinement to address emerging technological and cybersecurity threats. The paper concludes that GDPR serves as a global benchmark for data protection, while the CCPA represents a significant but narrower step toward enhancing consumer privacy in the U.S. Future research should explore the adaptability of these regulations to new technologies and their socio-economic impacts on businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises. Read More

Abstract: Based on the textual function of Systemic Functional Linguistics, this study employs the theme system to conduct an ecological discourse analysis of Xi Jinping's important speeches at the Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation. The aim is to explore the ecological sense of the selected text and further validate the practical value of He and Ma’s extension of the theme system in ecological discourse analysis from the perspective of ecolinguistics. The findings reveal that the markedness of participant role themes effectively highlights the ecological attributes of clauses. In the discourse, participant roles of social factors often serve as themes, with various ecological factors alternating, reflecting the diversity and interactivity of these roles. This underscores the broad participation and cooperation across the globe under the Belt and Road Initiative, further illustrating China’s steadfast commitment and contributions to advancing high-quality Belt and Road cooperation. Consequently, the discourse demonstrates a strong ecological orientation and is therefore regarded as ecologically beneficial. Read More

Abstract: The punitive damages system is a significant feature of American private law. The primary reason for its widespread acceptance in the United States is that it imposes certain limitations on punishing malicious crimes and also promotes the civil public interest litigation system and the jury system. To better leverage the punitive and deterrent effects of the punitive damages system against malicious acts, states across the U.S. have imposed varying degrees of restrictions on application conditions, proof standards, judicial review, compensation amounts, and distribution of damages. In order to transcend the limitations of traditional judicial review, the U.S. Supreme Court has established a clear set of criteria for unconstitutional determinations in punitive damages cases. Although there are considerable differences between American legislation and case law and those in many other aspects, relevant laws and precedents provide valuable references for Chinas development. Read More

Abstract: The rising frequency of extreme heat events, particularly in urban areas has emerged as a significant concern with climate change anticipated to exacerbate this phenomenon across various regions worldwide. This paper explores the critical dimensions of enhancing urban resilience to extreme heat in Zambian, elucidating strategies tailored to the country's socio-economic, geographical, and climatic characteristics. The analysis underscores the pivotal role of prioritizing green infrastructure, sustainable urban design, and community-centric approaches in mitigating the impacts of extreme heat. By emphasizing the interconnected nature of these strategies and their relevance to Zambia's diverse urban settings, the review offers tailored insights for policymakers and urban planners. Additionally, it stresses the importance of robust early warning systems and capacity-building initiatives, aligning them with the unique challenges faced by Zambian communities. This endeavour, crucial for policy-makers and researcher, contributes essential knowledge for fostering sustainable, resilient, and adaptive urban environments in Zambia and other regions faced with similar issues. Read More

Abstract: In the digital era, where the Internet is deeply integrated into social life, the frequent occurrence of online indecent assault cases poses significant harm to the physical and mental health of minors. While it is practically necessary to regulate online indecent assault through criminal law, merely relying on practical necessity is insufficient to justify the rationality and legitimacy of convicting and punishing such acts under the crime of compulsory indecent assault. In-depth legal analysis is still required. The term "indecent assault" carries strong moral evaluations and normative connotations. By analyzing its core semantics and categorizing relevant behaviors, it can be concluded that online nude chatting falls within the semantic scope of "indecent assault." Although inveiglement is prevalent in online indecent assault cases, it does not meet the requirement of "coercion" and thus cannot violate the principle of legality for the sole purpose of "protection." Compared with offline indecent assault, online indecent assault poses less risk of physical violence but a higher risk of privacy dissemination. Therefore, judgment of the degree of criminality should be made in consideration of its particularities. Read More

Abstract: With the rapid development of modern society, adolescents are facing increasing psychological pressure, and suicidal tendency has become a serious social problem. This study aims to explore the relationship between parental attachment and suicidal tendency among adolescent students, with a view to providing a scientific basis for prevention and intervention. Through literature analysis method and qualitative research method, the study found that a good parental attachment relationship can effectively help students improve their psychological condition and reduce their risk of suffering from suicide. This paper further explores the effects of family type, parental attachment, discipline style, and family income on children's suicidal tendencies, and suggests directions for future research. The findings suggest that family diversity and integrity play a crucial role in reducing the risk of suicide among adolescents, and that parental love and support have a profound effect on children's spiritual growth. Read More

Abstract: In the new era, revitalizing the dissemination and promotion of intangible cultural heritage and increasing its audience is the key to its survival. Innovating the IPization of intangible cultural heritage makes it easier to capture the fleeting attention of audiences in a society with excessive dissemination. Spreading intangible cultural heritage through various online and offline channels such as "intangible cultural heritage IP + content", "intangible cultural heritage IP + tourism", "intangible cultural heritage IP + cultural and creative products", and "intangible cultural heritage IP + finance", and constructing a full media communication matrix can help build a fan circle for intangible cultural heritage, expand its application value and economic value, effectively improve its self-generating ability, and promote the sustainable inheritance and dissemination of intangible cultural heritage. Read More

Abstract: This study aims to deeply explore the media expression of the "fat cat incident" that has aroused wide concern in Chinese society in recent years. Through the analysis of mainstream media and social media coverage, this study reveals the angles, strategies and changes in public sentiment of media coverage. The research methods include text analysis and social network analysis, and the results show how the media selectively report and express events, and how these phenomena affect social opinion and public psychology. Read More

Abstract: With the rapid evolution of information technology, digital process and artificial intelligence (AI) are becoming decisive forces in the innovation of environmental design discipline. This paper examines how these advances have transformed the core mechanisms of environmental design practice, from the early days of computer-aided design (CAD) and building information modeling (BIM) to the latest machine learning strategies and the use of intelligent design platforms, revealing their significant contribution to improving design execution efficiency and optimization quality. As well as catalyzing environmentally friendly sustainability and user experience innovation. At the same time, this paper also evaluates the current technology implementation obstacles, including security concerns, regulatory constraints and other aspects of the shackles, and carries out strategic foresight on the potential development prospects. Read More

Abstract: This paper analyzes the challenges encountered in modern capitalist societies and explores plausible reactions to these problems. Public administration must deal with the complex issues resulting from globalization, technological advancements, and demographic shifts, which generate obstacles to governance. The study highlights the theoretical and practical significance of comprehending these challenges to elevate efficiency in public administration. Through a combination of literature review and qualitative analysis, the study investigates the fundamental causes of these challenges like economic inequalities, governance limitations, and the widening social division, proposing adaptive strategies such as adopting digital governance, inclusive policy-making, and strengthened accountability. These strategies aim to foster equitable, sustainable, and efficient public management, and contribute to social stability and prosperity. Read More

Abstract: The review of literature on performance evaluation system are abundant but empirical study investing how performance evaluation system influencing lecturers’ work efficiency among applied university in China is under-researched. Applied university in China has unique educational goals and characteristics different from other higher institutions such as research-driven universities. This study aims to address literature gaps related to unanswered nuanced and influencing factors on performance evaluation system and lecturers’ work efficiency in applied university using the cases from Shaanxi province, China. Researcher employed qualitative method. Data were mainly collected through semi-structured interviews from 16 informants of applied and research universities from Shaanxi province who have knowledge on performance evaluation system with direct or indirect impact. The background of informants consists of President of applied universities, faculty members, senior administrators, undergraduates, parents and employers. Interview data was transcribed and analysis was complemented with other official documents.  Qualitative research tools such as coding, memoing, constant comparisons, theoretical saturation and content analysis were used to analyze the interview data. Two cycles of coding led to 23 first-level focused codes, and subsequently reduced to nine second-level focused codes which leading to the discovery of three themes. The findings of this study can be reference for holistic understanding on performance evaluation, support interdisciplinary research particularly to the development of more effective, comprehensive, and context-specific performance evaluation systems that enhance the operational performance and societal impact of applied universities and other institutions. Read More

Abstract: Since China entered a new era, General Secretary Xi has attached great importance to the value of the Chinese culture and made a series of important discussions on the traditional Chinese culture. These discussions are profound and logical, indicating the direction for the development of the excellent traditional Chinese culture. The paper takes these important discussions and research contents, starting from theory and practice, using literature investigation method, systematic analysis method and history and logic and other research methods, overall analysis and systematic summary, in order to form a more systematic and complete cognition. It will help us to grasp traditional culture and become powerful inheritors and inheritors of it. Read More

Abstract: Based on the development of a hypermodern society, social public places and places of transport form spaces of memory, as well as fixed social boundaries consisting of non-places with temporary tenses. By describing and analyzing non-places, the communicative properties that people have in places and for the establishment of personal emotions are demonstrated in reverse. ‘Over the years, these technological systems have become essential to our daily lives, but they are often hidden behind walls or underground and relegated to the realm of the subconscious. It's hard to admit our almost total dependence on them.’ -Nancy Holt. In modern society, the non-place is the connection between two ‘places’, forming an independent and lonely space between them, but the existence of this space is not a passive moment, but rather a space of preparation and accumulation of emotions, which enables people in this space to enter the next ‘place’ in a better way. ‘place’. This spatial typology is born out of a situation of hypermodernity, defined by the acceleration of history, the proliferation of events, and the excess of space. It exists but does not act as a refuge for any organic society. Read More

Abstract: In fact, a large number of teachers have poor mental health due to difficulties in work and life. Human resource development actually stimulates people's autonomy and initiative, which can to some extent concretize psychological problems, control and solve mental illnesses, and independently manage negative emotions that arise in work and family. This article studies the application of activation in teachers' mental health from the perspective of human resource development, and ultimately has innovative significance in forming strategies for maintaining teachers' mental health. Read More

Abstract: The core concept of vocational education lies in its emphasis on practicality, career orientation, and close connection with the industry. However, currently higher vocational education has not been able to effectively meet the needs of society, nor has it been able to meet the individual self actualization requirements of students. Therefore, higher vocational education needs to strengthen research on industry demand, adjust and optimize professional settings in a timely manner, and ensure close connection with the market. At the same time, schools should focus on improving students' professional ethics and practical abilities, providing better support for their smooth integration into the workplace. Only in this way can we better meet the demand for talent in society and promote a positive interaction between vocational education and industrial development. Read More

Abstract: Wooden carts, as a traditional folk art form with a long history and rich cultural significance, possess unique stylistic features and artistic charm that merit in-depth research and discussion. This paper conducts a comprehensive analysis from multiple perspectives, including the imagery, artistic characteristics, and cultural connotations of wooden carts, to reveal the aesthetic value and symbolic meaning of their design. The study finds that the form, color application, decorative patterns, and material selection of wooden carts all reflect distinct ethnic styles and regional characteristics. Beyond their unique artistic appeal, wooden carts embody profound symbolic meanings and cultural significance, serving as important carriers of ethnic cultural heritage. Furthermore, wooden carts hold broad application prospects in modern design, offering fresh inspiration and vitality to product design, architectural design, and artistic creation. The paper also examines the challenges in the preservation and transmission of wooden carts and proposes corresponding countermeasures, aiming to provide insights for the protection and development of this intangible cultural heritage. Read More