Research on Business Model of Self-operated Import E-commerce Based on Value Network ——A Case Study of KAOLA.COM

From the perspective of value network, the paper takes KAOLA.COM as an example to analyze the business model of self-operated cross-border e-commerce. It tries to propose a research framework including value proposition, value creation, value realization and value support based on the summary of relevant theory. The paper analyses the development status and the value business model of KAOLA.COM，and puts forward some advices optimizing the value network of China's self-operated cross-border e-commerce，it includes : (1)segment customer , combining online and offline.(2) control the genuine strictly, strengthening the supply chain management.(3) expand the category, achieving the third party income.(4) improve customer relationship, accelerating layout of overseas warehouse. The purpose of the research is to provide reference for optimization and development of self-operated cross-border e-commerce. Keywords: Value network; Self – operated cross-border e-commerce; Business model; KAOLA.COM

MagicVideo: Efficient Video Generation With Latent Diffusion Models

We present an efficient text-to-video generation framework based on latent diffusion models, termed MagicVideo. Given a text description, MagicVideo can generate photo-realistic video clips with high relevance to the text content. With the proposed efficient latent 3D U-Net design, MagicVideo can generate video clips with 256x256 spatial resolution on a single GPU card, which is 64x faster than the recent video diffusion model (VDM). Unlike previous works that train video generation from scratch in the RGB space, we propose to generate video clips in a low-dimensional latent space. We further utilize all the convolution operator weights of pre-trained text-to-image generative U-Net models for faster training. To achieve this, we introduce two new designs to adapt the U-Net decoder to video data: a framewise lightweight adaptor for the image-to-video distribution adjustment and a directed temporal attention module to capture frame temporal dependencies. The whole generation process is within the low-dimension latent space of a pre-trained variation auto-encoder. We demonstrate that MagicVideo can generate both realistic video content and imaginary content in a photo-realistic style with a trade-off in terms of quality and computational cost. Refer to https://magicvideo.github.io/# for more examples

Derivation of aquatic life criteria for four phthalate esters and their ecological risk assessment in Liao River

As a critical family of endocrine disruptors, phthalate esters (PAEs) attracted considerable attentions due to increasingly detected worldwide. Aquatic life criteria (ALC) for PAEs are crucial for their accurate ecological risk assessment (ERA) and have seldom been derived before. Given this concern, the purpose of the present study is to optimize the ALCs of four priority PAEs to estimate their ecological risks in Liao River. Reproductive endpoint was found to be more sensitive than other endpoints. Thus, reproduction related toxicity data were screened to derive ALCs applying species sensitivity distribution (SSD) method. ALCs of DEHP, DBP, BBP and DEP were calculated to be 0.04, 0.62, 4.71 and 41.9 μg L−1, which indicated decreased toxicity in sequence. Then, the derived ALCs of the four PAEs were applied to estimate their ecological risks in Liao River. A total of 27 sampling sites were selected to detect and analyze the exposure concentrations of PAEs. ERA using the hazard quotient (HQ) method was conducted. The results demonstrated that DEHP exhibited higher risks at 92.6% of sampling sites, and risks posed by DBP were moderate at 63.0% sampling sites. However, risks posed by BBP were low at 70.4% of sampling sites, and there were no risks posed by DEP at 96.3% of sampling sites. The results of probabilistic ecological risk assessment (PERA) indicated that probabilities of exceeding effects thresholds on 5% of species were 60.41%, 0%, 0.12%, 14.28% for DEHP, DEP, BBP and DBP, respectively. The work provides useful information to protect aquatic species in Liao River

Designed TiS2 nanosheets for efficient electrocatalytic reductive amination of biomass-derived furfurals

Green and highly selective synthesis of organonitrogen chemicals (ONCs) using the renewable energy source biomass over noble-metal free solid catalysts under common room temperature and pressure conditions is still a major challenge. Here, we report a sustainable electrochemical method for selective synthesis of several valuable ONCs with high yields using biomass-derived furanic aldehydes over greenly fabricated TiS2 nanosheets through a facile synthesis. Based on a range of characterization techniques including high-resolution transmission electron microscopy and X-ray absorption fine structure, a well-defined structure of the TiS2 nanosheets (3.86 nm with 1T phase) was constructed. These as-prepared catalysts were applied to the electrochemical reductive amination (ERA) of three biomass-derived aldehydes, i.e. furfural (FF), 5-methylfurfural (MF) and 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF), and exhibited superior performance whereby over 95% conversion of each furanic aldehyde and nearly perfect selectivity of ONCs were achieved. TiS2 nanosheets, in particular, exhibited a marked ∼2-fold increase in conversion (∼49%) compared with the monometallic Ti electrode. Besides, the reaction kinetics and rational pathway were also studied. In addition, these exfoliated TiS2 nanosheets maintained high durability over 6 h, providing a promising and versatile route for the sustainable upgrading of biomass-derived sources

Research progress on extraction, purification, structure and biological activity of Dendrobium officinale polysaccharides

Dendrobium officinale Kimura et Migo (D. officinale) is a traditional medicinal and food homologous plant that has been used for thousands of years in folk medicine and nutritious food. Recent studies have shown that polysaccharide is one of the main biologically active components in D. officinale. D. officinale polysaccharides possess several biological activities, such as anti-oxidant, heptatoprotective, immunomodulatory, gastrointestinal protection, hypoglycemic, and anti-tumor activities. In the past decade, polysaccharides have been isolated from D. officinale by physical and enzymatic methods and have been subjected to structural characterization and activity studies. Progress in extraction, purification, structural characterization, bioactivity, structure-activity relationship, and possible bioactivity mechanism of polysaccharides D. officinale were reviewed. In order to provide reference for the in-depth study of D. officinale polysaccharides and the application in functional food and biomedical research

Ferromagnetism in two-dimensional CrTe2epitaxial films down to a few atomic layers

Two-dimensional (2D) van der Waals ferromagnetic materials have attracted intense attention due to their potential impact on both fundamental and applied research studies. Recently, a new 2D ferromagnet CrTe2, prepared by mechanical exfoliation or chemical vapor deposition, has gained interest due to its novel magnetic properties. In this work, high quality CrTe2 epitaxial thin films were prepared on GaAs (111)B substrates using solid source molecular beam epitaxy, with the thickness varying from 35 to 4 monolayers (MLs). The magnetic easy axis of all the films is oriented along the c-axis. A Curie temperature of 205 K is found in the 35 ML CrTe2 film, measured by the temperature-dependent anomalous Hall resistance (RAHE). Importantly, even when the film thickness decreases to 4 MLs, a robust out-of-plane ferromagnetism with a Curie temperature of 191 K has been demonstrated. This finding could pave the way for investigating the fundamental studies in 2D ferromagnetism and has great significance in device applications

Reducing the environmental impact of surgery on a global scale: systematic review and co-prioritization with healthcare workers in 132 countries

Abstract Background Healthcare cannot achieve net-zero carbon without addressing operating theatres. The aim of this study was to prioritize feasible interventions to reduce the environmental impact of operating theatres. Methods This study adopted a four-phase Delphi consensus co-prioritization methodology. In phase 1, a systematic review of published interventions and global consultation of perioperative healthcare professionals were used to longlist interventions. In phase 2, iterative thematic analysis consolidated comparable interventions into a shortlist. In phase 3, the shortlist was co-prioritized based on patient and clinician views on acceptability, feasibility, and safety. In phase 4, ranked lists of interventions were presented by their relevance to high-income countries and low–middle-income countries. Results In phase 1, 43 interventions were identified, which had low uptake in practice according to 3042 professionals globally. In phase 2, a shortlist of 15 intervention domains was generated. In phase 3, interventions were deemed acceptable for more than 90 per cent of patients except for reducing general anaesthesia (84 per cent) and re-sterilization of ‘single-use’ consumables (86 per cent). In phase 4, the top three shortlisted interventions for high-income countries were: introducing recycling; reducing use of anaesthetic gases; and appropriate clinical waste processing. In phase 4, the top three shortlisted interventions for low–middle-income countries were: introducing reusable surgical devices; reducing use of consumables; and reducing the use of general anaesthesia. Conclusion This is a step toward environmentally sustainable operating environments with actionable interventions applicable to both high– and low–middle–income countries

Highly Fluorescent Poly(dimethylsiloxane) for On-Chip Temperature Measurements

This work describes a convenient method to generate a poly(dimethylsiloxane) (PDMS) composite containing Zno quantum dots (QDs) for whole-chip temperature measurements. This composite is highly fluorescent and very sensitive to temperature changes (0.4nm degrees C-1, compared to 0.1 nm degrees C-1 in commonly used CdSe QDs). It also shows extremely high fluorescent stability under various conditions over long time without phase separation or fluorescent changes. Both merits make this composite an ideal material for sensing temperature changes on microfluidic chips. The bonding between the QDs and PDMS is studied by comparing PDMS composites with ZnO QDs of different sizes, and a model is given to elucidate the high stability of this composite

Triaxial Strength Criteria in Mohr Stress Space for Intact Rocks

Conventional triaxial strength criteria are important for the judgment of rock failure. Linear, parabolic, power, logarithmic, hyperbolic, and exponential equations were, respectively, established to fit the conventional triaxial compression test data for 19 types of rock specimens in the Mohr stress space. Then, a method for fitting the failure envelope to all common tangent points of each two adjacent Mohr’s circles (abbreviated as CTPAC) was proposed in the Mohr stress space. The regression accuracy of the linear equation is not as good as those of the nonlinear equations on the whole, and the regression uniaxial compression strength (σc)r, tensile strength (σt)r, cohesion cr, and internal frictional angle φr predicted by the regression linear failure envelopes with the method for fitting the CTPAC in the Mohr stress space are close to those predicted in the principal stress space. Therefore, the method for fitting CTPAC is feasible to determine the failure envelopes in the Mohr stress space. The logarithmic, hyperbolic, and exponential equations are recommended to obtain the failure envelope in the Mohr stress space when the data of tensile strength (σt)t are or are not included in regression owing to their higher R2, less positive x-intercepts, and more accurate regression cohesion cr. Furthermore, based on the shape and development trend of the nonlinear strength envelope, it is considered that when the normal stress is infinite, the total bearing capacity of rock tends to be a constant after gradual increase with decreasing rates. Thus, the hyperbolic equation and the exponential equation are more suitable to fit triaxial compression strength in a higher maximum confining pressure range because they have limit values. The conclusions can provide references for the selection of the triaxial strength criterion in practical geotechnical engineering

Effect of an Atmospheric Pressure Plasma Jet on the Structure and Physicochemical Properties of Waxy and Normal Maize Starch

In present study, a novel physical modification of waxy maize starch (WMS) and normal maize starch (NMS) was investigated by using an atmospheric pressure plasma jet (APPJ) treatment. The effect on the structure and physicochemical properties of both starches was demonstrated by treatment with a 5% starch suspension (w/w) with APPJ for short periods of time (1, 3, 5, or 7 min). The pH of WMS and NMS was decreased after APPJ treatment from 5.42 to 4.94, and 5.09 to 4.75, respectively. The water-binding capacity (WBC) (WMS: 105.19%⁻131.27%, NMS: 83.56%⁻95.61%) and swelling volume (SV) (WMS: 2.96 g/mL⁻3.33 g/mL, NMS: 2.75 g/mL⁻3.05 g/mL) of the starches were obviously increased by APPJ treatment. The surfaces of starch granules were wrecked, due to plasma etching. No changes in the crystalline types of both starches were observed. However, the relative crystallinities (RCs) of WMS and NMS were reduced from 46.7% to 42.0%, and 40.1% to 35.7%, respectively. Moreover, the short-range molecular orders of both starches were slightly reduced. In addition, APPJ treatment resulted in lower gelatinization temperature and enthalpies. Therefore, APPJ provides a mild and green approach to starch modification, showing great potential for applications in the food and non-food industry