This special collection of papers was assembled to to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences(RCEES),Chinese Academy of Sciences,which was established in 1975.Over the past...This special collection of papers was assembled to to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences(RCEES),Chinese Academy of Sciences,which was established in 1975.Over the past half century,it has developed into a leading international research institution on environment and ecology.It has made significant contributions towards environmental protection and ecosystem management in China,and has also advanced environmental science and ecology internationally.展开更多
Channels are one of the five critical components of a communication system,and their ergodic capacity is based on all realizations of a statistical channel model.This statistical paradigm has successfully guided the d...Channels are one of the five critical components of a communication system,and their ergodic capacity is based on all realizations of a statistical channel model.This statistical paradigm has successfully guided the design of mobile communication systems from first generation(1G)to fifth generation(5G).However,this approach relies on offline channel measurements in specific environments,and thus,the system passively adapts to new environments,resulting in deviation from the optimal performance.As sixth generation(6G)expands into ubiquitous environments and pursues higher capacity,numerous sensing and artificial intelligence(AI)-based methods have emerged to combat random channel fading.However,there remains an urgent need for a proactive and online system design paradigm.From a system perspective,we propose an environment intelligence communication(EIC)based on wireless environmental information theory(WEIT)for 6G.The proposed EIC architecture operates in three steps.First,wireless environmental information(WEI)is acquired using sensing techniques.Then,leveraging WEI and channel data,AI techniques are employed to predict channel fading,thereby mitigating channel uncertainty.Finally,the communication system autonomously determines the optimal air-interface transmission strategy based on real-time channel predictions,enabling intelligent interaction with the physical environment.To make this attractive paradigm shift from theory to practice,we establish WEIT for the first time by answering three key problems:How should WEI be defined?Can it be quantified?Does it hold the same properties as statistical communication information?Subsequently,EIC aided by WEI(EIC-WEI)is validated across multiple air-interface tasks,including channel state information prediction,beam prediction,and radio resource management.Simulation results demonstrate that the proposed EIC-WEI significantly outperforms the statistical paradigm in decreasing overhead and performance optimization.Finally,several open problems and challenges,including regarding its accuracy,complexity,and generalization,are discussed.This work explores a novel and promising way for integrating communication,sensing,and AI capability in 6G.展开更多
Environmental beliefs play a fundamental role in shaping individual responses to environmental challenges and sustainability transitions.In Latin America,environmental problems such as climate change,biodiversity loss...Environmental beliefs play a fundamental role in shaping individual responses to environmental challenges and sustainability transitions.In Latin America,environmental problems such as climate change,biodiversity loss,and resource degradation have intensified the need to understand the psychological and cognitive factors that influence environmentally responsible behavior.The present study analyzes the structural relationships among environmental concern,ecocentric values,environmental awareness,and pro-environmental behavior through the estimation of a Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Model(PLS-SEM).A quantitative,non-experimental,and cross-sectional design was implemented using survey data collected through a structured questionnaire composed of reflective indicators measured on a Likert scale.The measurement model evaluated reliability,convergent validity,and discriminant validity through outer loadings,composite reliability,and average variance extracted.The structural model was assessed using path coefficients,bootstrapping procedures,and model fit indicators,including the standardized root mean square residual and the normed fit index.The results indicate that environmental concern and ecocentric values significantly influence environmental awareness,while environmental awareness emerges as the strongest predictor of pro-environmental behavior.Additionally,ecocentric values demonstrate both direct and indirect effects on behavioral engagement.The model explains a substantial proportion of variance in environmental awareness and pro-environmental behavior,confirming that environmental beliefs operate through an integrated system of emotional,normative,and cognitive components.These findings highlight the importance of strengthening environmental awareness and ecological value orientations in order to promote sustainable behavioral practices.The study contributes to the literature on environmental psychology and sustainability by providing empirical evidence of the structural mechanisms linking environmental beliefs with pro-environmental behavior in the Latin American context.展开更多
Integrated environmental management is important for sustainable development.Under China’s“Three Lines One Permit”(TLOP)policy,three types of management zones—priority protection,critical control,and general contr...Integrated environmental management is important for sustainable development.Under China’s“Three Lines One Permit”(TLOP)policy,three types of management zones—priority protection,critical control,and general control zones—are established based on the ecological red line,the lower-limit line for environmental quality,and the resource use line.Human activities are regulated through a permit system.Integrated and multifactorial protection of soil,plant,hydrological,and atmospheric elements is promoted at the regional level.A follow-up assessment contributes to the improvement of policy implementation and effectiveness.This study demonstrates the achievements of the TLOP policy in Sichuan Province.Results show that(1)276 protection zones have been established under the ecological red line,covering key ecosystems and protected areas to ensure environmental security.Under the lower-limit line,1,626 functional(priority,key,and general control)zones have been designated to regulate air,water,and soil quality,enhancing environmental capacity and pollution control.(2)Through the integration and merging of the three lines,1,128 integrated management zones have been established,including 375,625,and 128 priority protection,critical control,and general control zones,respectively.Each zone has its own list of environmental permits to regulate human activities according to different environmental protection and natural resource development regimes.(3)The design of the follow-up assessment index system was informed by regional primary functions and industrial structure.The index system for provinces and cities is structured around three primary indicators—implementation updating,application,and guarantees—and 15 secondary indicators.The system for critical control zones is structured around environmental access,management,and effectiveness and 14 secondary indicators.A stringent environmental zoning system has been established through the TLOP policy,thereby safeguarding environmental security,promoting harmonious existence between humans and nature,and supporting the vision of Beautiful China.展开更多
Background Schistosoma mekongi remains an important cause of intestinal schistosomiasis in the lower Mekong River Basin.Sensitive environmental surveillance tools are needed to support transmission monitoring,particul...Background Schistosoma mekongi remains an important cause of intestinal schistosomiasis in the lower Mekong River Basin.Sensitive environmental surveillance tools are needed to support transmission monitoring,particularly where conventional snail surveys are seasonally constrained.This study developed and evaluated a multiplex quantitative PCR(qPCR)assay for simultaneous detection of S.mekongi and its intermediate snail host,Neotricula aperta,in aquatic environmental DNA(eDNA)samples.Methods Singleplex and multiplex qPCR assays targeting S.mekongi and N.aperta were compared to establish the optimal amplification system.Field validation was conducted in the Khong District,Champasak Province,Laos,during the dry season(May 2024)and wet season(August 2024)across 20 transmission sites.Method agreement between eDNA detection and malacological surveys was assessed using Cohen’s kappa coefficient,and associations between N.aperta density and physicochemical variables were evaluated using Spearman’s rank correlation.Results The optimized multiplex qPCR assay targeting N.aperta(16S rRNA)and S.mekongi(18S rRNA)showed high sensitivity,with limits of detection of 5 and 6 copies/μl and limits of quantification of 40 and 46 copies/μl,respectively.In mesocosms,both targets were detected at an infected-snail density of 1 snail/L,with median Cq values of 35.23 for N.aperta and 26.54 for S.mekongi.During the dry-season surveys,978 N.aperta were collected,with a mean density of 46.25 snails per site;wet-season surveys were not feasible.No schistosome infections were detected by crushing microscopy.Field eDNA analysis detected N.aperta but not S.mekongi,with N.aperta eDNA positivity being 90%in the dry season and 40%in the wet season.Agreement with malacological surveys was moderate(κ=0.44;p=0.01)and snail density was significantly associated with water temperature,pH,and dissolved oxygen.Conclusions This multiplex eDNA assay sensitively detected N.aperta in field water samples and may help overcome seasonal limitations of malacological surveys.Although S.mekongi was detected under laboratory conditions,it was not detected in field samples,consistent with the absence of infected snails.Further validation in active-transmission sites is required before reliable field detection of S.mekongi eDNA can be assumed.展开更多
The rise of Generation Z(Gen Z)is reshaping China’s domestic tourism consumption market,underscoring the urgent need to develop a Gen Z-friendly tourism consumption environment.To address the lack of targeted evaluat...The rise of Generation Z(Gen Z)is reshaping China’s domestic tourism consumption market,underscoring the urgent need to develop a Gen Z-friendly tourism consumption environment.To address the lack of targeted evaluation frameworks tailored to Gen Z’s tourism demands,this study constructed an innovative four-dimensional evaluation system(tourism industry environment,tourism infrastructure environment,new forms of tourism environment,tourism digital environment).From an integrated endogenous-exogenous perspective,it examined the overall level,spatial differentiation,and influence mechanisms of such environments in major tourist cities in China.Based on data from 36 major tourist cities in China,the entropy weight-Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution(TOPSIS)model,barrier degree model,and Fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis(fsQCA)were adopted to conduct empirical analysis,enriching tourism consumption environment theory by incorporating Gen Z’s unique demands and a dual analytical perspective.The results revealed that:1)major tourist cities can be classified into three types(leading,advantaged,potential)with distinct regional traits;2)the barrier degree model analysis identified digital tourism environment development as a universal bottleneck across all three types;3)fsQCA identified four exogenous causal configurations(Leisure Experience Empowerment,Innovation-Driven Development,Weak Digital Infrastructure,Insufficient Supporting Conditions)and proposed targeted optimization strategies.These findings provide both theoretical and practical references for policies to optimize Gen Z-friendly tourism consumption environments.展开更多
Iron-based nanoparticles(Fe-NPs)have wide environmental applications in various areas due to their excellent physicochemical properties,and these processes also increase their release into the water environment.Howeve...Iron-based nanoparticles(Fe-NPs)have wide environmental applications in various areas due to their excellent physicochemical properties,and these processes also increase their release into the water environment.However,the existing literature on environmental behavior fate(e.g.,sorption and transformation)and potential ecotoxicity of Fe-NPs remains limited,which is vital for understanding the Fe-NPs environmental behavior and application as a multifunctional product.In this review,the green synthesis,characterization,and environmental application of Fe-NPs are summarized.We systematically examined the impacts of Fe-NPs physicochemical properties on its adsorption,transformation(e.g.,aggregation dispersion,dissolution,oxidation),and biodegradation behavior in aqueous ecosystems.Moreover,we highlight the potential ecological toxicity of Fe-NPs to aquatic organisms.Upon exposure in water environments,Fe-NPs have potential ecological toxicity on aquatic organisms(e.g.,microorganisms,plants,zooplankton,and fish).The common mechanisms of Fe-NPs ecotoxicity(e.g.,bioaccumulation,oxidation stress,and DNA damage)at the cellular level are presented and the remaining unclear points on nano-toxic mechanisms(e.g.,metabolic disturbance,genotoxicity)are discussed.Given the unresolved issues,the substantial gaps and the environmental risk assessment of Fe-NPs require further attention in the future.This paper will provide useful information for assessing the fate and potential ecological risks associated with Fe-NPs in aquatic environments.展开更多
Objectives:Amid accelerating urbanization,digitalization,and population aging,mental health issues have become increasingly salient among urban community residents.This study aims to examine how community environmenta...Objectives:Amid accelerating urbanization,digitalization,and population aging,mental health issues have become increasingly salient among urban community residents.This study aims to examine how community environmental governance influences mental health(MH)by conceptualizing the community environment as comprising social capital(SC)and environmental perception(EP).Aging anxiety(AA)and digital usage tendency(DUT)are introduced as psychosocial background variables to analyze MH pathways under multifactor influences.Methods:Using data from the 2021 Chinese General Social Survey(CGSS),this study constructed a structural equation model(SEM)based on 362 urban residents from the Yangtze River Delta.Direct and indirect relationships among the key variables were assessed through path analysis.Results:Five statistically significant paths were identified.AA directly reduced MH(β=−0.328,p<0.001).DUT negatively affected SC(β=−0.173,p<0.01)and EP(β=−0.212,p<0.001).SC positively influenced EP(β=0.260,p<0.001),and EP,in turn,positively affected MH(β=0.170,p<0.05).Mediation analysis confirmed three significant indirect pathways:DUT→EP→MH;DUT→SC→EP→MH;and SC→EP→MH.Other paths were not significant.Conclusions:The study clarifies how community environmental governance shapes urban residents’MH and highlights the mediating roles of SC and EP.MH reflects the positive interplay among social capital,environmental experience,and individual state;a supportive community environment is conducive to improved MH.As stressors arising from societal transformation,AA and DUT weaken MH via direct and indirect routes,respectively.Policy implications include positioning community environmental governance as a key entry point,promoting coordinated improvements in the community environment,and strengthening targeted psychosocial support for populations with elevated aging anxiety or digital dependence to provide sustained,multilayered support for urban mental health.展开更多
Soil and Water Conservation and Environmental Research Station is located at Zhongxian county,Chongqing,the middle reach of Three Gorges Reservoir Area.The station acts as a field scientific research platform integrat...Soil and Water Conservation and Environmental Research Station is located at Zhongxian county,Chongqing,the middle reach of Three Gorges Reservoir Area.The station acts as a field scientific research platform integrating scientific research,monitoring,and technology demonstration,serves in the environmental impact assessment of the Three Gorges projects and regional ecological environment protection.展开更多
Understanding the impacts of human activities on the plateau’s living environment is essential for advancing modernization pathways that promote harmony between humanity and nature.However,studies on the dynamic inte...Understanding the impacts of human activities on the plateau’s living environment is essential for advancing modernization pathways that promote harmony between humanity and nature.However,studies on the dynamic interactions between human activities and the living environment on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau(QXP)remain limited,with a paucity of quantitative relationship analyses.This study established an assessment framework to evaluate human influences on the living environment in QXP,using data on typical human activities,ecological conditions,and human settlements.Within this framework,the spatial analysis methods and the coupling coordination model were used to examine the spatio-temporal characteristics and relationship of human activities and living environment on the QXP from 2000 to 2020.The geographical detector model was then applied to identify the key factors influencing the plateau’s human living environment.Subsequently,the four-quadrant analysis model was adopted to assess human influences on the living environment.The results indicate that the human activity intensity(HAI)on the QXP remained relatively low yet increased by 15.41%from 2000 to 2020.Spatially,the human living environment quality(LEQ)improved from northwest to southeast,with 61.14%of the areas remaining stable and 18.47%experiencing slight improvement.The analysis of coupling coordination revealed a continuous improvement between the HAI and LEQ,with the areas of high and relatively high coordinated types increasing by more than 9%.Precipitation and urban-rural construction were identified as the primary factors influencing changes in the LEQ.The interaction between the HAI and LEQ was strengthening,with 40.44%classified as coordinated development type and 38.35%as development-environment conflict type.These findings provide valuable insights for enhancing the resilience of human settlements and promoting green development across the plateau.展开更多
With the rapid development of new-generation information technologies such as big data, cloud computing, and the Internet of Things, ecological environmental protection is undergoing profound changes. This paper discu...With the rapid development of new-generation information technologies such as big data, cloud computing, and the Internet of Things, ecological environmental protection is undergoing profound changes. This paper discusses the connotation, current situation, challenges, and implementation paths of informatization construction of ecological environmental protection in the era of big data. Firstly, it analyzes the application value of big data technology in environmental monitoring, pollution source supervision, ecological assessment, emergency management, and other fields. Secondly, it sorts out the main progress and prominent problems of China’s ecological environment informatization construction. Then, it puts forward a systematic construction framework from four dimensions: data collection, platform construction, analysis and application, and institutional guarantee. Finally, it prospects the future trend of big data-driven ecological environmental governance. The research shows that the intelligent environmental protection system with data as the core driving force can significantly improve the refinement, scientization, and intelligence level of environmental management and provide strong support for realizing the modernization of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.展开更多
In 2026,major consumer markets around the world are undergoing a deep institutional restructuring.From Europe and the US to Asia-Pacific,three major trends-the removal of de minimis exemptions,mandatory environmental ...In 2026,major consumer markets around the world are undergoing a deep institutional restructuring.From Europe and the US to Asia-Pacific,three major trends-the removal of de minimis exemptions,mandatory environmental compliance,and full-chain tax supervision-are advancing together.These are completely rewriting the basic logic that Chinese clothing sellers have relied on:"low-cost direct shipping+tax-free benefits".展开更多
Perfluorooctanoic acid(PFOA)is a ubiquitous persistent organic pollutant.Hence,developing effective strategies for its fast and efficient detection in environmental samples is imperative for ecological and health safe...Perfluorooctanoic acid(PFOA)is a ubiquitous persistent organic pollutant.Hence,developing effective strategies for its fast and efficient detection in environmental samples is imperative for ecological and health safety.Herein,red-emissive carbon dots(R-CDs)were innovatively fabricated and employed to construct a novel eco-friendly fluorescence and colorimetric dual-mode probe for the effective determination of PFOA.The R-CDs were sourced from meso‑tetra(4-carboxyphenyl)porphine,ethanolamine,and oxalic acid via a facile hydrothermal method.The fluorescent intensity of the R-CDs at 652 nm and the absorbance at 415 nm decreased gradually with increasing concentration of PFOA.The experimental results demonstrated the probe exhibited good linearity across PFOA concentration ranges of 1–100 ng/mL,100–900 ng/mL,and 1000–4000 ng/mL based on fluorescence quenching attributable to the static quenching.Additionally,the probe achieved high sensitivity with a detection limit as low as 0.0012 ng/mL.On the other hand,the probe could detect PFOA in the range of 1000–7000 ng/mL with a detection limit of 54.9 ng/mL according to colorimetric principle.This probe exhibited excellent reliability and satisfactory recoveries when analyzing the trace PFOA in actual water and soil samples.The proposed probe provided a simple,rapid,economical,and environmentally friendly platform for effectively,selectively,and sensitively detecting PFOA in environmental samples.展开更多
Amidst rapid digitalization and pressing environmental challenges,understanding the environmental implications of digital transformation is crucial for sustainable urban development.Yet,the complex,potentially nonline...Amidst rapid digitalization and pressing environmental challenges,understanding the environmental implications of digital transformation is crucial for sustainable urban development.Yet,the complex,potentially nonlinear digitalization-environment relationships remain underexplored.This study has two objectives:first,to quantify the nonlinear causal impacts of digital transformation on pollution mitigation and carbon reduction;and second,to unravel the mediating pathways that drive these outcomes.We employ Double Machine Learning(DML)on panel data from 2013 to 2022 across China’s four mega-urban agglomerations to identify the nonlinear environ mental impacts of digital transformation.Mediation analysis is then used to examine the technology,structure,governance,and scale pathways.Despite overall progress in both digital transformation and environmental per formance,significant regional variations persist.Our DML analysis reveals distinct nonlinearities:an S-shaped relationship between digital transformation and pollution mitigation,and a more complex N-shaped curve for the digital transformation-carbon reduction nexus.Mediation analysis further reveals complex mechanism:while the structure path consistently promotes environmental benefits,technology and scale factors show negative effects,and governance impacts diverge,promoting pollution mitigation but hindering carbon reduction.Trans lating digital transformation into environmental benefits necessitates a multi-pronged strategy.Key imperatives include prioritizing green technological innovation over sheer digital expansion to mitigate adverse scale effects,and restructuring energy systems towards renewable sources.Furthermore,digital governance must be wielded judiciously,with accountability to enhance specific environmental goals.This research reveals the intricate and context-dependent nature of digital transformation’s environmental effects,providing data-driven insights for regional policies aiming to leveraging digitalization for environmental sustainability,particularly in urban con texts.展开更多
Despite the advantages of high effluent quality and small footprint,membrane bioreactor(MBR)technology faces challenges in sustainable development due to energy consumption and membrane fouling.Weighing the advantages...Despite the advantages of high effluent quality and small footprint,membrane bioreactor(MBR)technology faces challenges in sustainable development due to energy consumption and membrane fouling.Weighing the advantages and disadvantages of MBRs requires a comprehensive assessment from techno-economic-environmental perspectives.In this paper,we reviewed the related research on MBRs from three aspects:economic cost analysis,environmental impact assessment,and comprehensive techno-economic-environmental assessment.The aim of this paper is to understand the sustainable development performance of MBRs,and to review the current status of the application of multiple techno-economic-environmental assessment methods in the field of wastewater treatment.The currently available results of the economic cost analysis of MBRs showed that the operating cost and energy consumption of MBRs are higher than those of other wastewater treatment processes if MBRs’potential benefit of smaller footprint is not taken into account.The results of the environmental impact assessment showed that MBRs have a positive environmental impact due to high quality effluent,although global warming potential limits the sustainability of MBRs to some extent.Combined techno-economic-environmental assessment showed that MBRs are economically feasible and technically efficient,while their sustainability is controversial.Given the rapid development of MBR technology,these results may evolve as new advancements are made.In addition,there is room for improvement in the existing literature regarding the reliability and comparability of results,as well as the applicability of the methods,particularly in defining the accounting scope,clarifying model assumptions,and considering discounting.展开更多
There is a lack of systematic understanding of coal-forming environment classification and its influences on coal petrological characteristics,a coal-forming mire classification scheme applicable to the petroleum indu...There is a lack of systematic understanding of coal-forming environment classification and its influences on coal petrological characteristics,a coal-forming mire classification scheme applicable to the petroleum industry is proposed based on modern ecological peatland frameworks.The formation,evolutionary processes,and diagnostic criteria of coal-forming environments are systematically clarified.The results show that:(1)modern peatlands can be classified according to hydrological conditions,vegetation types,and geomorphic settings,and coal-forming mires can be divided into low moor,transitional,and high moor peat mires based on geomorphology;(2)the development of coal-forming environments includes three modes:subaqueous peat infilling,autochthonous peat accumulation in wetlands,and mire development in arid regions;(3)peat accumulation is jointly controlled by plant production and decomposition,hydrological disturbances,and sediment input,and the peat-to-coal thickness ratio varies with coalification;(4)diagnostic criteria for low moor,transitional,and high moor peat mires are established based on ash yield,gamma-ray log responses,and vitrinite-to-inertinite ratios;and(5)transgression-regression processes exert a key control on peat mire evolution,directly influencing peat thickness and continuity,while the evolution of low moor,transitional,and high moor mires governs coal maceral assemblages and thereby affects hydrocarbon generation potential and reservoir properties of coals.The coal-forming environment classification and identification system developed in this study effectively reveals the vertical heterogeneity of coals in the Ordos Basin,providing theoretical and practical guidance for efficient exploration and development of coal-rock gas.展开更多
Global crises like climate change and food insecurity demand sustainable food systems.A major contributor to these issues is food loss and waste(FLW),which generates greenhouse gases,worsens hunger,and causes massive ...Global crises like climate change and food insecurity demand sustainable food systems.A major contributor to these issues is food loss and waste(FLW),which generates greenhouse gases,worsens hunger,and causes massive economic loss.High-Pressure Processing(HPP)is a promising non-thermal technology that can address this problem.This review explores how HPP contributes towards reducing food waste and its environmental footprint,aligning with the principles of Carbon-Winnable Innovative Solutions for the Environment(WISE)agriculture.By using high pressure instead of heat,HPP extends product shelf-life,reduces the need for chemical additives,and maintains food quality.We evaluate its environmental benefits,including lower energy use compared to traditional thermal methods,and its role in creating a more circular,low-carbon food economy.The article specifically analyses the adoption of HPP in ASEAN(Association of Southeast Asian Nations)countries.While nations such as Singapore,Thailand,Malaysia,and Indonesia have begun using HPP,its wider adoption remains limited due to the high initial costs.We highlight the opportunities and challenges for expanding HPP in the region,considering local markets and regulatory frameworks.Collectively,this review highlights that HPP is a key strategy for improving food security by reducing waste sustainably,directly supporting the goals of Carbon-WISE agriculture in ASEAN.展开更多
In real-world autonomous driving tests,unexpected events such as pedestrians or wild animals suddenly entering the driving path can occur.Conducting actual test drives under various weather conditions may also lead to...In real-world autonomous driving tests,unexpected events such as pedestrians or wild animals suddenly entering the driving path can occur.Conducting actual test drives under various weather conditions may also lead to dangerous situations.Furthermore,autonomous vehicles may operate abnormally in bad weather due to limitations of their sensors and GPS.Driving simulators,which replicate driving conditions nearly identical to those in the real world,can drastically reduce the time and cost required for market entry validation;consequently,they have become widely used.In this paper,we design a virtual driving test environment capable of collecting and verifying SiLS data under adverse weather conditions using multi-source images.The proposed method generates a virtual testing environment that incorporates various events,including weather,time of day,and moving objects,that cannot be easily verified in real-world autonomous driving tests.By setting up scenario-based virtual environment events,multi-source image analysis and verification using real-world DCUs(Data Concentrator Units)with V2X-Car edge cloud can effectively address risk factors that may arise in real-world situations.We tested and validated the proposed method with scenarios employing V2X communication and multi-source image analysis.展开更多
The Hai Phong-Ha Long coastal area,with its World Natural Heritage site of Ha Long Bay-Cat Ba islands,has been under intense pressure from rapid development to meet the socio-economic goals set by Hai Phong City and Q...The Hai Phong-Ha Long coastal area,with its World Natural Heritage site of Ha Long Bay-Cat Ba islands,has been under intense pressure from rapid development to meet the socio-economic goals set by Hai Phong City and Quang Ninh Province.As such,urgent land needs for infrastructure construction of economic sectors and urbanization have led to intensive coastal reclamation and seafill leveling,and their environmental consequences.The objective of this study is to assess the adverse environmental effects of coastal reclamation in the Hai Phong—Ha Long area,focusing on ecosystems,environmental quality,and seabed morphology at a regional scale.To achieve this objective,the study employed the regular techniques of environmental assessment methods,such as checklists,matrices,network diagrams,and overlay maps,to appraise these environmental consequences.The results show three main impacted natural components,including coastal ecosystems,environmental qualities,and morphological seabeds,besides coastline changes and socio-economic issues.The most impacted component was coastal ecosystems,followed by the coastal environmental qualities of seawater and sediments,and then the morphological seabed.Based on the study results,it is recommended that during the development of an integrated coastal management plan for the coastal area of Hai Phong–Ha Long,environmental issues of coastal reclamation and seafill leveling must be given much attention.展开更多
Human cardiac organoids have revolutionized the study of cardiac development,disease modeling, drug discovery, and regenerative therapies. This review systematically discusses strategies and progress in the constructi...Human cardiac organoids have revolutionized the study of cardiac development,disease modeling, drug discovery, and regenerative therapies. This review systematically discusses strategies and progress in the construction of cardiac organoids, categorizing them into three main types:cardiac spheroids, self-organizing/assembloid organoids, and organoid-on-a-chip systems. This review uniquely integrates the advances in vascularization, organ-on-chip design, and environmental cardiotoxicity modeling within cardiac organoid platforms, offering a critical synthesis that is absent in the literature. In the context of escalating environmental threats to cardiovascular health, there is an urgent need for physiologically relevant models to accurately identify cardiac toxicants and elucidate their underlying mechanisms of action. This review highlights advances in cardiac organoid applications for disease modeling-including congenital heart defects and acquired cardiovascular diseases-drug development, toxicity screening, and the study of environmentally induced cardiovascular pathogenesis. In addition, it critically examines ongoing challenges and underscores opportunities brought by bioengineering approaches. Finally, we propose future directions for developing standardized cardiac organoid platforms with clinical predictability, aiming to expand the utility of this technology across broader research applications.展开更多
摘要This special collection of papers was assembled to to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Research Center for Eco-Environmental Sciences(RCEES),Chinese Academy of Sciences,which was established in 1975.Over the past half century,it has developed into a leading international research institution on environment and ecology.It has made significant contributions towards environmental protection and ecosystem management in China,and has also advanced environmental science and ecology internationally.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(62525101 and 62401084)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2023YFB2904805)the Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications-China Mobile Communications Group Joint Innovation Center。
摘要Channels are one of the five critical components of a communication system,and their ergodic capacity is based on all realizations of a statistical channel model.This statistical paradigm has successfully guided the design of mobile communication systems from first generation(1G)to fifth generation(5G).However,this approach relies on offline channel measurements in specific environments,and thus,the system passively adapts to new environments,resulting in deviation from the optimal performance.As sixth generation(6G)expands into ubiquitous environments and pursues higher capacity,numerous sensing and artificial intelligence(AI)-based methods have emerged to combat random channel fading.However,there remains an urgent need for a proactive and online system design paradigm.From a system perspective,we propose an environment intelligence communication(EIC)based on wireless environmental information theory(WEIT)for 6G.The proposed EIC architecture operates in three steps.First,wireless environmental information(WEI)is acquired using sensing techniques.Then,leveraging WEI and channel data,AI techniques are employed to predict channel fading,thereby mitigating channel uncertainty.Finally,the communication system autonomously determines the optimal air-interface transmission strategy based on real-time channel predictions,enabling intelligent interaction with the physical environment.To make this attractive paradigm shift from theory to practice,we establish WEIT for the first time by answering three key problems:How should WEI be defined?Can it be quantified?Does it hold the same properties as statistical communication information?Subsequently,EIC aided by WEI(EIC-WEI)is validated across multiple air-interface tasks,including channel state information prediction,beam prediction,and radio resource management.Simulation results demonstrate that the proposed EIC-WEI significantly outperforms the statistical paradigm in decreasing overhead and performance optimization.Finally,several open problems and challenges,including regarding its accuracy,complexity,and generalization,are discussed.This work explores a novel and promising way for integrating communication,sensing,and AI capability in 6G.
摘要Environmental beliefs play a fundamental role in shaping individual responses to environmental challenges and sustainability transitions.In Latin America,environmental problems such as climate change,biodiversity loss,and resource degradation have intensified the need to understand the psychological and cognitive factors that influence environmentally responsible behavior.The present study analyzes the structural relationships among environmental concern,ecocentric values,environmental awareness,and pro-environmental behavior through the estimation of a Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Model(PLS-SEM).A quantitative,non-experimental,and cross-sectional design was implemented using survey data collected through a structured questionnaire composed of reflective indicators measured on a Likert scale.The measurement model evaluated reliability,convergent validity,and discriminant validity through outer loadings,composite reliability,and average variance extracted.The structural model was assessed using path coefficients,bootstrapping procedures,and model fit indicators,including the standardized root mean square residual and the normed fit index.The results indicate that environmental concern and ecocentric values significantly influence environmental awareness,while environmental awareness emerges as the strongest predictor of pro-environmental behavior.Additionally,ecocentric values demonstrate both direct and indirect effects on behavioral engagement.The model explains a substantial proportion of variance in environmental awareness and pro-environmental behavior,confirming that environmental beliefs operate through an integrated system of emotional,normative,and cognitive components.These findings highlight the importance of strengthening environmental awareness and ecological value orientations in order to promote sustainable behavioral practices.The study contributes to the literature on environmental psychology and sustainability by providing empirical evidence of the structural mechanisms linking environmental beliefs with pro-environmental behavior in the Latin American context.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(grant numbers 42171085)and the National Key R&D Program of China(Grant No.2024YFF1307801,2024YFF1307804).
摘要Integrated environmental management is important for sustainable development.Under China’s“Three Lines One Permit”(TLOP)policy,three types of management zones—priority protection,critical control,and general control zones—are established based on the ecological red line,the lower-limit line for environmental quality,and the resource use line.Human activities are regulated through a permit system.Integrated and multifactorial protection of soil,plant,hydrological,and atmospheric elements is promoted at the regional level.A follow-up assessment contributes to the improvement of policy implementation and effectiveness.This study demonstrates the achievements of the TLOP policy in Sichuan Province.Results show that(1)276 protection zones have been established under the ecological red line,covering key ecosystems and protected areas to ensure environmental security.Under the lower-limit line,1,626 functional(priority,key,and general control)zones have been designated to regulate air,water,and soil quality,enhancing environmental capacity and pollution control.(2)Through the integration and merging of the three lines,1,128 integrated management zones have been established,including 375,625,and 128 priority protection,critical control,and general control zones,respectively.Each zone has its own list of environmental permits to regulate human activities according to different environmental protection and natural resource development regimes.(3)The design of the follow-up assessment index system was informed by regional primary functions and industrial structure.The index system for provinces and cities is structured around three primary indicators—implementation updating,application,and guarantees—and 15 secondary indicators.The system for critical control zones is structured around environmental access,management,and effectiveness and 14 secondary indicators.A stringent environmental zoning system has been established through the TLOP policy,thereby safeguarding environmental security,promoting harmonious existence between humans and nature,and supporting the vision of Beautiful China.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(grant no.82373644)National Parasitic Resources Center,the Ministry of Science and Technology fund(grant no.NPRC-2019-194-30)+3 种基金Hainan Province Health Technology Innovation Joint Project(grant no.WSJK2024MS226)Shenzhen Medical Research Fund(grant no.B2404002)Key Research and Development Program in Hainan Province(grant no.ZDYF2024SHFZ083)Wuxi Municipal Department of Science and Technology(grant no.K20221060).
摘要Background Schistosoma mekongi remains an important cause of intestinal schistosomiasis in the lower Mekong River Basin.Sensitive environmental surveillance tools are needed to support transmission monitoring,particularly where conventional snail surveys are seasonally constrained.This study developed and evaluated a multiplex quantitative PCR(qPCR)assay for simultaneous detection of S.mekongi and its intermediate snail host,Neotricula aperta,in aquatic environmental DNA(eDNA)samples.Methods Singleplex and multiplex qPCR assays targeting S.mekongi and N.aperta were compared to establish the optimal amplification system.Field validation was conducted in the Khong District,Champasak Province,Laos,during the dry season(May 2024)and wet season(August 2024)across 20 transmission sites.Method agreement between eDNA detection and malacological surveys was assessed using Cohen’s kappa coefficient,and associations between N.aperta density and physicochemical variables were evaluated using Spearman’s rank correlation.Results The optimized multiplex qPCR assay targeting N.aperta(16S rRNA)and S.mekongi(18S rRNA)showed high sensitivity,with limits of detection of 5 and 6 copies/μl and limits of quantification of 40 and 46 copies/μl,respectively.In mesocosms,both targets were detected at an infected-snail density of 1 snail/L,with median Cq values of 35.23 for N.aperta and 26.54 for S.mekongi.During the dry-season surveys,978 N.aperta were collected,with a mean density of 46.25 snails per site;wet-season surveys were not feasible.No schistosome infections were detected by crushing microscopy.Field eDNA analysis detected N.aperta but not S.mekongi,with N.aperta eDNA positivity being 90%in the dry season and 40%in the wet season.Agreement with malacological surveys was moderate(κ=0.44;p=0.01)and snail density was significantly associated with water temperature,pH,and dissolved oxygen.Conclusions This multiplex eDNA assay sensitively detected N.aperta in field water samples and may help overcome seasonal limitations of malacological surveys.Although S.mekongi was detected under laboratory conditions,it was not detected in field samples,consistent with the absence of infected snails.Further validation in active-transmission sites is required before reliable field detection of S.mekongi eDNA can be assumed.
基金Under the auspices of Philosophy and Social Science Foundation of China(No.21BJY202)。
摘要The rise of Generation Z(Gen Z)is reshaping China’s domestic tourism consumption market,underscoring the urgent need to develop a Gen Z-friendly tourism consumption environment.To address the lack of targeted evaluation frameworks tailored to Gen Z’s tourism demands,this study constructed an innovative four-dimensional evaluation system(tourism industry environment,tourism infrastructure environment,new forms of tourism environment,tourism digital environment).From an integrated endogenous-exogenous perspective,it examined the overall level,spatial differentiation,and influence mechanisms of such environments in major tourist cities in China.Based on data from 36 major tourist cities in China,the entropy weight-Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution(TOPSIS)model,barrier degree model,and Fuzzy-set qualitative comparative analysis(fsQCA)were adopted to conduct empirical analysis,enriching tourism consumption environment theory by incorporating Gen Z’s unique demands and a dual analytical perspective.The results revealed that:1)major tourist cities can be classified into three types(leading,advantaged,potential)with distinct regional traits;2)the barrier degree model analysis identified digital tourism environment development as a universal bottleneck across all three types;3)fsQCA identified four exogenous causal configurations(Leisure Experience Empowerment,Innovation-Driven Development,Weak Digital Infrastructure,Insufficient Supporting Conditions)and proposed targeted optimization strategies.These findings provide both theoretical and practical references for policies to optimize Gen Z-friendly tourism consumption environments.
基金Financial supports from National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2023YFC3709000)National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.42207337,52200185,42107306 and 52300191)+2 种基金Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province(No.2024JJ5013)Natural Science Foundation of Tianjin Province(No.24JCYBJC01980)Shanghai Tongji Gao Tingyao Environmental Science&Technology Development Foundation(STGEF)。
摘要Iron-based nanoparticles(Fe-NPs)have wide environmental applications in various areas due to their excellent physicochemical properties,and these processes also increase their release into the water environment.However,the existing literature on environmental behavior fate(e.g.,sorption and transformation)and potential ecotoxicity of Fe-NPs remains limited,which is vital for understanding the Fe-NPs environmental behavior and application as a multifunctional product.In this review,the green synthesis,characterization,and environmental application of Fe-NPs are summarized.We systematically examined the impacts of Fe-NPs physicochemical properties on its adsorption,transformation(e.g.,aggregation dispersion,dissolution,oxidation),and biodegradation behavior in aqueous ecosystems.Moreover,we highlight the potential ecological toxicity of Fe-NPs to aquatic organisms.Upon exposure in water environments,Fe-NPs have potential ecological toxicity on aquatic organisms(e.g.,microorganisms,plants,zooplankton,and fish).The common mechanisms of Fe-NPs ecotoxicity(e.g.,bioaccumulation,oxidation stress,and DNA damage)at the cellular level are presented and the remaining unclear points on nano-toxic mechanisms(e.g.,metabolic disturbance,genotoxicity)are discussed.Given the unresolved issues,the substantial gaps and the environmental risk assessment of Fe-NPs require further attention in the future.This paper will provide useful information for assessing the fate and potential ecological risks associated with Fe-NPs in aquatic environments.
基金funded by the National Social Science Fund Major Program,“Research on the Theoretical Connotations,Practical Pathways,and Safeguarding Mechanisms for Transforming Urban Development Models”(No.24ZDA051)the National Social Science Fund Key Program,“Research on the Modernization of Governance Systems and Governance Capabilities in Megacities”(No.22AZD141)+1 种基金the Shenzhen Philosophy and Social Sciences Planning Project(2024)“Research on Governance Innovation for Shenzhen as a Global Benchmark City”(No.SZ2024B029).
摘要Objectives:Amid accelerating urbanization,digitalization,and population aging,mental health issues have become increasingly salient among urban community residents.This study aims to examine how community environmental governance influences mental health(MH)by conceptualizing the community environment as comprising social capital(SC)and environmental perception(EP).Aging anxiety(AA)and digital usage tendency(DUT)are introduced as psychosocial background variables to analyze MH pathways under multifactor influences.Methods:Using data from the 2021 Chinese General Social Survey(CGSS),this study constructed a structural equation model(SEM)based on 362 urban residents from the Yangtze River Delta.Direct and indirect relationships among the key variables were assessed through path analysis.Results:Five statistically significant paths were identified.AA directly reduced MH(β=−0.328,p<0.001).DUT negatively affected SC(β=−0.173,p<0.01)and EP(β=−0.212,p<0.001).SC positively influenced EP(β=0.260,p<0.001),and EP,in turn,positively affected MH(β=0.170,p<0.05).Mediation analysis confirmed three significant indirect pathways:DUT→EP→MH;DUT→SC→EP→MH;and SC→EP→MH.Other paths were not significant.Conclusions:The study clarifies how community environmental governance shapes urban residents’MH and highlights the mediating roles of SC and EP.MH reflects the positive interplay among social capital,environmental experience,and individual state;a supportive community environment is conducive to improved MH.As stressors arising from societal transformation,AA and DUT weaken MH via direct and indirect routes,respectively.Policy implications include positioning community environmental governance as a key entry point,promoting coordinated improvements in the community environment,and strengthening targeted psychosocial support for populations with elevated aging anxiety or digital dependence to provide sustained,multilayered support for urban mental health.
摘要Soil and Water Conservation and Environmental Research Station is located at Zhongxian county,Chongqing,the middle reach of Three Gorges Reservoir Area.The station acts as a field scientific research platform integrating scientific research,monitoring,and technology demonstration,serves in the environmental impact assessment of the Three Gorges projects and regional ecological environment protection.
基金The Second Tibetan Plateau Scientific Expedition and Research Program,No.2019QZKK0608。
摘要Understanding the impacts of human activities on the plateau’s living environment is essential for advancing modernization pathways that promote harmony between humanity and nature.However,studies on the dynamic interactions between human activities and the living environment on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau(QXP)remain limited,with a paucity of quantitative relationship analyses.This study established an assessment framework to evaluate human influences on the living environment in QXP,using data on typical human activities,ecological conditions,and human settlements.Within this framework,the spatial analysis methods and the coupling coordination model were used to examine the spatio-temporal characteristics and relationship of human activities and living environment on the QXP from 2000 to 2020.The geographical detector model was then applied to identify the key factors influencing the plateau’s human living environment.Subsequently,the four-quadrant analysis model was adopted to assess human influences on the living environment.The results indicate that the human activity intensity(HAI)on the QXP remained relatively low yet increased by 15.41%from 2000 to 2020.Spatially,the human living environment quality(LEQ)improved from northwest to southeast,with 61.14%of the areas remaining stable and 18.47%experiencing slight improvement.The analysis of coupling coordination revealed a continuous improvement between the HAI and LEQ,with the areas of high and relatively high coordinated types increasing by more than 9%.Precipitation and urban-rural construction were identified as the primary factors influencing changes in the LEQ.The interaction between the HAI and LEQ was strengthening,with 40.44%classified as coordinated development type and 38.35%as development-environment conflict type.These findings provide valuable insights for enhancing the resilience of human settlements and promoting green development across the plateau.
摘要With the rapid development of new-generation information technologies such as big data, cloud computing, and the Internet of Things, ecological environmental protection is undergoing profound changes. This paper discusses the connotation, current situation, challenges, and implementation paths of informatization construction of ecological environmental protection in the era of big data. Firstly, it analyzes the application value of big data technology in environmental monitoring, pollution source supervision, ecological assessment, emergency management, and other fields. Secondly, it sorts out the main progress and prominent problems of China’s ecological environment informatization construction. Then, it puts forward a systematic construction framework from four dimensions: data collection, platform construction, analysis and application, and institutional guarantee. Finally, it prospects the future trend of big data-driven ecological environmental governance. The research shows that the intelligent environmental protection system with data as the core driving force can significantly improve the refinement, scientization, and intelligence level of environmental management and provide strong support for realizing the modernization of harmonious coexistence between humans and nature.
摘要In 2026,major consumer markets around the world are undergoing a deep institutional restructuring.From Europe and the US to Asia-Pacific,three major trends-the removal of de minimis exemptions,mandatory environmental compliance,and full-chain tax supervision-are advancing together.These are completely rewriting the basic logic that Chinese clothing sellers have relied on:"low-cost direct shipping+tax-free benefits".
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22106039 and 21976211)the Program for Innovative Research Team in Science and Technology in the University of Henan Province(No.20IRTSTHN011).
摘要Perfluorooctanoic acid(PFOA)is a ubiquitous persistent organic pollutant.Hence,developing effective strategies for its fast and efficient detection in environmental samples is imperative for ecological and health safety.Herein,red-emissive carbon dots(R-CDs)were innovatively fabricated and employed to construct a novel eco-friendly fluorescence and colorimetric dual-mode probe for the effective determination of PFOA.The R-CDs were sourced from meso‑tetra(4-carboxyphenyl)porphine,ethanolamine,and oxalic acid via a facile hydrothermal method.The fluorescent intensity of the R-CDs at 652 nm and the absorbance at 415 nm decreased gradually with increasing concentration of PFOA.The experimental results demonstrated the probe exhibited good linearity across PFOA concentration ranges of 1–100 ng/mL,100–900 ng/mL,and 1000–4000 ng/mL based on fluorescence quenching attributable to the static quenching.Additionally,the probe achieved high sensitivity with a detection limit as low as 0.0012 ng/mL.On the other hand,the probe could detect PFOA in the range of 1000–7000 ng/mL with a detection limit of 54.9 ng/mL according to colorimetric principle.This probe exhibited excellent reliability and satisfactory recoveries when analyzing the trace PFOA in actual water and soil samples.The proposed probe provided a simple,rapid,economical,and environmentally friendly platform for effectively,selectively,and sensitively detecting PFOA in environmental samples.
基金supported by the Innovative Research Group Project of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.42121001).
摘要Amidst rapid digitalization and pressing environmental challenges,understanding the environmental implications of digital transformation is crucial for sustainable urban development.Yet,the complex,potentially nonlinear digitalization-environment relationships remain underexplored.This study has two objectives:first,to quantify the nonlinear causal impacts of digital transformation on pollution mitigation and carbon reduction;and second,to unravel the mediating pathways that drive these outcomes.We employ Double Machine Learning(DML)on panel data from 2013 to 2022 across China’s four mega-urban agglomerations to identify the nonlinear environ mental impacts of digital transformation.Mediation analysis is then used to examine the technology,structure,governance,and scale pathways.Despite overall progress in both digital transformation and environmental per formance,significant regional variations persist.Our DML analysis reveals distinct nonlinearities:an S-shaped relationship between digital transformation and pollution mitigation,and a more complex N-shaped curve for the digital transformation-carbon reduction nexus.Mediation analysis further reveals complex mechanism:while the structure path consistently promotes environmental benefits,technology and scale factors show negative effects,and governance impacts diverge,promoting pollution mitigation but hindering carbon reduction.Trans lating digital transformation into environmental benefits necessitates a multi-pronged strategy.Key imperatives include prioritizing green technological innovation over sheer digital expansion to mitigate adverse scale effects,and restructuring energy systems towards renewable sources.Furthermore,digital governance must be wielded judiciously,with accountability to enhance specific environmental goals.This research reveals the intricate and context-dependent nature of digital transformation’s environmental effects,providing data-driven insights for regional policies aiming to leveraging digitalization for environmental sustainability,particularly in urban con texts.
基金supported by the Beijing Natural Science Foundation(JQ22027)the Weiqiao-University of Chinese Academy of Sciences Special Projects on Low-Carbon Technology Development(GYY-DTFZ-2022-021)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(E2EG0502X).
摘要Despite the advantages of high effluent quality and small footprint,membrane bioreactor(MBR)technology faces challenges in sustainable development due to energy consumption and membrane fouling.Weighing the advantages and disadvantages of MBRs requires a comprehensive assessment from techno-economic-environmental perspectives.In this paper,we reviewed the related research on MBRs from three aspects:economic cost analysis,environmental impact assessment,and comprehensive techno-economic-environmental assessment.The aim of this paper is to understand the sustainable development performance of MBRs,and to review the current status of the application of multiple techno-economic-environmental assessment methods in the field of wastewater treatment.The currently available results of the economic cost analysis of MBRs showed that the operating cost and energy consumption of MBRs are higher than those of other wastewater treatment processes if MBRs’potential benefit of smaller footprint is not taken into account.The results of the environmental impact assessment showed that MBRs have a positive environmental impact due to high quality effluent,although global warming potential limits the sustainability of MBRs to some extent.Combined techno-economic-environmental assessment showed that MBRs are economically feasible and technically efficient,while their sustainability is controversial.Given the rapid development of MBR technology,these results may evolve as new advancements are made.In addition,there is room for improvement in the existing literature regarding the reliability and comparability of results,as well as the applicability of the methods,particularly in defining the accounting scope,clarifying model assumptions,and considering discounting.
基金Supported by the China National Science and Technology Major Project(2025ZD1405700)。
摘要There is a lack of systematic understanding of coal-forming environment classification and its influences on coal petrological characteristics,a coal-forming mire classification scheme applicable to the petroleum industry is proposed based on modern ecological peatland frameworks.The formation,evolutionary processes,and diagnostic criteria of coal-forming environments are systematically clarified.The results show that:(1)modern peatlands can be classified according to hydrological conditions,vegetation types,and geomorphic settings,and coal-forming mires can be divided into low moor,transitional,and high moor peat mires based on geomorphology;(2)the development of coal-forming environments includes three modes:subaqueous peat infilling,autochthonous peat accumulation in wetlands,and mire development in arid regions;(3)peat accumulation is jointly controlled by plant production and decomposition,hydrological disturbances,and sediment input,and the peat-to-coal thickness ratio varies with coalification;(4)diagnostic criteria for low moor,transitional,and high moor peat mires are established based on ash yield,gamma-ray log responses,and vitrinite-to-inertinite ratios;and(5)transgression-regression processes exert a key control on peat mire evolution,directly influencing peat thickness and continuity,while the evolution of low moor,transitional,and high moor mires governs coal maceral assemblages and thereby affects hydrocarbon generation potential and reservoir properties of coals.The coal-forming environment classification and identification system developed in this study effectively reveals the vertical heterogeneity of coals in the Ordos Basin,providing theoretical and practical guidance for efficient exploration and development of coal-rock gas.
基金funded by the Southeast Asian Regional Center for Graduate Study and Research in Agriculture(SEARCA)through the Regional Professorial Chair Award for Academic Year 2025-2026。
摘要Global crises like climate change and food insecurity demand sustainable food systems.A major contributor to these issues is food loss and waste(FLW),which generates greenhouse gases,worsens hunger,and causes massive economic loss.High-Pressure Processing(HPP)is a promising non-thermal technology that can address this problem.This review explores how HPP contributes towards reducing food waste and its environmental footprint,aligning with the principles of Carbon-Winnable Innovative Solutions for the Environment(WISE)agriculture.By using high pressure instead of heat,HPP extends product shelf-life,reduces the need for chemical additives,and maintains food quality.We evaluate its environmental benefits,including lower energy use compared to traditional thermal methods,and its role in creating a more circular,low-carbon food economy.The article specifically analyses the adoption of HPP in ASEAN(Association of Southeast Asian Nations)countries.While nations such as Singapore,Thailand,Malaysia,and Indonesia have begun using HPP,its wider adoption remains limited due to the high initial costs.We highlight the opportunities and challenges for expanding HPP in the region,considering local markets and regulatory frameworks.Collectively,this review highlights that HPP is a key strategy for improving food security by reducing waste sustainably,directly supporting the goals of Carbon-WISE agriculture in ASEAN.
基金supported by Institute of Information and Communications Technology Planning and Evaluation(IITP)grant funded by the Korean government(MSIT)(No.2019-0-01842,Artificial Intelligence Graduate School Program(GIST))supported by Korea Planning&Evaluation Institute of Industrial Technology(KEIT)grant funded by the Ministry of Trade,Industry&Energy(MOTIE,Republic of Korea)(RS-2025-25448249,Automotive Industry Technology Development(R&D)Program)supported by the Regional Innovation System&Education(RISE)programthrough the(Gwangju RISE Center),funded by the Ministry of Education(MOE)and the Gwangju Metropolitan City,Republic of Korea(2025-RISE-05-001).
摘要In real-world autonomous driving tests,unexpected events such as pedestrians or wild animals suddenly entering the driving path can occur.Conducting actual test drives under various weather conditions may also lead to dangerous situations.Furthermore,autonomous vehicles may operate abnormally in bad weather due to limitations of their sensors and GPS.Driving simulators,which replicate driving conditions nearly identical to those in the real world,can drastically reduce the time and cost required for market entry validation;consequently,they have become widely used.In this paper,we design a virtual driving test environment capable of collecting and verifying SiLS data under adverse weather conditions using multi-source images.The proposed method generates a virtual testing environment that incorporates various events,including weather,time of day,and moving objects,that cannot be easily verified in real-world autonomous driving tests.By setting up scenario-based virtual environment events,multi-source image analysis and verification using real-world DCUs(Data Concentrator Units)with V2X-Car edge cloud can effectively address risk factors that may arise in real-world situations.We tested and validated the proposed method with scenarios employing V2X communication and multi-source image analysis.
基金supported by the project“Development of Comprehensive Solutions for Environmental Management in the Northeast Coastal Waters of Viet Nam in an Age of Global Changes”(Code:NDT/ITA/2024/07)under the framework of the bilateral scientific and technological cooperation program between Vietnam and Italy(2024-2027).
摘要The Hai Phong-Ha Long coastal area,with its World Natural Heritage site of Ha Long Bay-Cat Ba islands,has been under intense pressure from rapid development to meet the socio-economic goals set by Hai Phong City and Quang Ninh Province.As such,urgent land needs for infrastructure construction of economic sectors and urbanization have led to intensive coastal reclamation and seafill leveling,and their environmental consequences.The objective of this study is to assess the adverse environmental effects of coastal reclamation in the Hai Phong—Ha Long area,focusing on ecosystems,environmental quality,and seabed morphology at a regional scale.To achieve this objective,the study employed the regular techniques of environmental assessment methods,such as checklists,matrices,network diagrams,and overlay maps,to appraise these environmental consequences.The results show three main impacted natural components,including coastal ecosystems,environmental qualities,and morphological seabeds,besides coastline changes and socio-economic issues.The most impacted component was coastal ecosystems,followed by the coastal environmental qualities of seawater and sediments,and then the morphological seabed.Based on the study results,it is recommended that during the development of an integrated coastal management plan for the coastal area of Hai Phong–Ha Long,environmental issues of coastal reclamation and seafill leveling must be given much attention.
基金supported by the Innovation Promotion Program of NHC and Shanghai Key Labs,SIBPT(grant number PT2025-01)。
摘要Human cardiac organoids have revolutionized the study of cardiac development,disease modeling, drug discovery, and regenerative therapies. This review systematically discusses strategies and progress in the construction of cardiac organoids, categorizing them into three main types:cardiac spheroids, self-organizing/assembloid organoids, and organoid-on-a-chip systems. This review uniquely integrates the advances in vascularization, organ-on-chip design, and environmental cardiotoxicity modeling within cardiac organoid platforms, offering a critical synthesis that is absent in the literature. In the context of escalating environmental threats to cardiovascular health, there is an urgent need for physiologically relevant models to accurately identify cardiac toxicants and elucidate their underlying mechanisms of action. This review highlights advances in cardiac organoid applications for disease modeling-including congenital heart defects and acquired cardiovascular diseases-drug development, toxicity screening, and the study of environmentally induced cardiovascular pathogenesis. In addition, it critically examines ongoing challenges and underscores opportunities brought by bioengineering approaches. Finally, we propose future directions for developing standardized cardiac organoid platforms with clinical predictability, aiming to expand the utility of this technology across broader research applications.