前段时间笔者在讲解句子":You are a lucky dog."(你是一位幸运儿。)时,学生们都在窃笑。于是我向学生解释":在中国传统思想里是狗一个贬义词‘,狗腿子’‘,狗眼看人低’等都表达了贬义。但在西方,狗因它的忠诚而获得人...前段时间笔者在讲解句子":You are a lucky dog."(你是一位幸运儿。)时,学生们都在窃笑。于是我向学生解释":在中国传统思想里是狗一个贬义词‘,狗腿子’‘,狗眼看人低’等都表达了贬义。但在西方,狗因它的忠诚而获得人们的喜爱而被称为"man’s best friend"(人类最好的朋友)。展开更多
在口头语交际中,学习英语的中国人常常把英语的please一词作为汉语“请”的意思来使用。由于传统文化和习惯不同,造成了语用问题。记得一次,笔者陪同一对美籍教师游览中国名胜古迹,在火车软卧里遇到一位热情的中国人,懂英语。坐后不久...在口头语交际中,学习英语的中国人常常把英语的please一词作为汉语“请”的意思来使用。由于传统文化和习惯不同,造成了语用问题。记得一次,笔者陪同一对美籍教师游览中国名胜古迹,在火车软卧里遇到一位热情的中国人,懂英语。坐后不久他就递上一个红红的苹果请美国人吃。他用英语说:“Please,have an apple”那位丈夫客气地回答说:“No,thanks.”事后,他们告诉笔者,那位热心人话中的please用得不当。展开更多
IN FOCUS|SVOM Kicks Off for GRB Observations Jointly developed by the Chinese Academy of Sciences(CAS)and the French Space Agency(FSA),a satellite for observations on gamma-ray bursts(GRBs)was sent into preset orbit o...IN FOCUS|SVOM Kicks Off for GRB Observations Jointly developed by the Chinese Academy of Sciences(CAS)and the French Space Agency(FSA),a satellite for observations on gamma-ray bursts(GRBs)was sent into preset orbit on June 22.Named the Space Variable Objects Monitor(SVOM),it is the most powerful so far in terms of multi-waveband GRB observations,and is expected to play an important role in GRB research and related space science and astronomy.For more,please turn to page 72.展开更多
Electronic content:https://www.springer.com/journal/405441.Manuscriptsubmission The following types of manuscripts on all topics within the scope of the journal are welcomed:·Original research articles.•Short com...Electronic content:https://www.springer.com/journal/405441.Manuscriptsubmission The following types of manuscripts on all topics within the scope of the journal are welcomed:·Original research articles.•Short communications on topics of immediate interest.•Reviews(with the prior approval of the Editorin-Chief)Authors should submit their manuscripts using the Online Manuscript Submission,Review and Tracking System at http://mc03.manuscriptcentral.com/friction/.When submitting your manuscript,please provide names and email addresses of two suggested reviewers.展开更多
Electronic content:https://www.springer.com/journal/405441.Manuscriptsubmission The following types of manuscripts on all topics within the scope of the journal are welcomed:·Original research articles.•Short com...Electronic content:https://www.springer.com/journal/405441.Manuscriptsubmission The following types of manuscripts on all topics within the scope of the journal are welcomed:·Original research articles.•Short communications on topics of immediate interest.•Reviews(with the prior approval of the Editorin-Chief)Authors should submit their manuscripts using the Online Manuscript Submission,Review and Tracking System at http:/mc03.manuscriptcentral.com/friction/.When submitting your manuscript,please provide names and email addresses of two suggested reviewers.Note that the editor retains the sole right to decide whether or not the suggested reviewers are used.展开更多
“Galbot,please help fetch a plush toy!”After receiving the order,Galbot,a humanoid robot,was able to identify and deliver the toy from among a range of items.The demonstration was given at the 2024 World Artificial ...“Galbot,please help fetch a plush toy!”After receiving the order,Galbot,a humanoid robot,was able to identify and deliver the toy from among a range of items.The demonstration was given at the 2024 World Artificial Intelligence Conference(WAIC)held in Shanghai from July 4 to 6.展开更多
"Galbot,please help fetch a plush toy!"After receiving the order,Galbot,a humanoid robot,was able to identify and deliver the toy from among a range of items.The demonstration was given at the 2024 World Art..."Galbot,please help fetch a plush toy!"After receiving the order,Galbot,a humanoid robot,was able to identify and deliver the toy from among a range of items.The demonstration was given at the 2024 World Artificial Intelligence Conference(WAIC)held in Shanghai from July 4 to 6.Galbot was developed by Beijing Galbot Co.Ltd.,a robotics company founded in the Chinese capital in May 2023.The robot is capable of grabbing designated items from racks,folding clothes,and opening drawers and closets.展开更多
Two Pieces of Cake,Kate is my niece.She is six years old.She has a sweet tooth,and cake is her favourite food.But her mother doesn't want her to eat too much sugar.One day,when Kate comes back home from the sports...Two Pieces of Cake,Kate is my niece.She is six years old.She has a sweet tooth,and cake is her favourite food.But her mother doesn't want her to eat too much sugar.One day,when Kate comes back home from the sports field,she feels very hungry,so she asks her mum for some cake."Mum,can I have two pieces of cake,please?"Kate asks.展开更多
Frontiers of Environmental Science&Engineering(FESE)is one of the flagship journals of the Chinese Academy of Engineering.It is an international peer-reviewed journal that publishes cutting-edge scientific work in...Frontiers of Environmental Science&Engineering(FESE)is one of the flagship journals of the Chinese Academy of Engineering.It is an international peer-reviewed journal that publishes cutting-edge scientific work in all aspects of environmental disciplines.Since 2007,FESE has been an important platform for communicating the cutting-edge progress of theories,methods,technologies,and policies in environmental science and engineering.Its authors and readers involve scientists,engineers,and policymakers that are important stakeholders in dealing with environmental challenges.Prospective authors are encouraged to review recent issues of FESE to gain a deep understanding of the topics that are of great interest to the journal’s readers.In the cover letter,please clearly state the relevance to the journal’s publication scope and priorities.In particular,prospective authors are directed to the following instructions for further details on the scope,novelty and quality expectations,and minimum requirements.展开更多
EB=Eugenie BirchRX=张若曦RX:In the UN-Habitat's SDG (Urban Sustainable Development Goals), SDG 11 specifically focuses on Sustainable cities and communities ("Make cities inclusive, safe, resilient,and sustai...EB=Eugenie BirchRX=张若曦RX:In the UN-Habitat's SDG (Urban Sustainable Development Goals), SDG 11 specifically focuses on Sustainable cities and communities ("Make cities inclusive, safe, resilient,and sustainable"). You have made significant efforts in its formulation. Could you please share some about the process of developing SDG 11 and the challenges encountered during this process?展开更多
Electronic content:https://www.springer.com/journal/405441.Manuscriptsubmission The following types of manuscripts on all topics within the scope of the journal are welcomed:·Original research articles.•Short com...Electronic content:https://www.springer.com/journal/405441.Manuscriptsubmission The following types of manuscripts on all topics within the scope of the journal are welcomed:·Original research articles.•Short communications on topics of immediate interest.·Reviews(with the prior approval of the Editorin-Chief)Authors should submit their manuscripts using the Online Manuscript Submission,Review and Tracking System at http://mc03.manuscriptcentral.com/friction/.When submitting your manuscript,please provide names and email addresses of two suggested reviewers.展开更多
Electronic content:https://www.springer.com/journal/405441.Manuscriptsubmission The following types of manuscripts on all topics within the scope of the journal are welcomed:·Original research articles.Short comm...Electronic content:https://www.springer.com/journal/405441.Manuscriptsubmission The following types of manuscripts on all topics within the scope of the journal are welcomed:·Original research articles.Short communications on topics of immediate interest.·Reviews(with the prior approval of the Editorin-Chief)Authors should submit their manuscripts using the Online Manuscript Submission,Review and Tracking System at http://mc03.manuscriptcentral.com/friction/.When submitting your manuscript,please provide names and email addresses of two suggested reviewers.展开更多
Electronic content:https:/www.springer.com/journal/405441.Manuscriptsubmission The following types of manuscripts on all topics within the scope of the journal are welcomed:Original research articles.Short communicati...Electronic content:https:/www.springer.com/journal/405441.Manuscriptsubmission The following types of manuscripts on all topics within the scope of the journal are welcomed:Original research articles.Short communications on topics of immediate interest.Reviews(with the prior approval of the Editorin-Chief)Authors should submit their manuscripts using the Online Manuscript Submission,Review and Tracking System at http://mc03.manuscriptcentral.com/friction/.When submitting your manuscript,please provide names and email addresses of two suggested reviewers.展开更多
Electronic content:https://www.springer.com/journal/405441.Manuscriptsubmission The following types of manuscripts on all topics within the scope of the journal are welcomed:Original research articles.Short communicat...Electronic content:https://www.springer.com/journal/405441.Manuscriptsubmission The following types of manuscripts on all topics within the scope of the journal are welcomed:Original research articles.Short communications on topics of immediate interest.Reviews(with the prior approval of the Editorin-Chief)Authors should submit their manuscripts using the Online Manuscript Submission,Review and Tracking System at http://mc03.manuscriptcentral.com/friction/.When submitting your manuscript,please provide names and email addresses of two suggested reviewers.Note that the editor retains the sole right to decide whether or not the suggested reviewers are used.展开更多
文摘前段时间笔者在讲解句子":You are a lucky dog."(你是一位幸运儿。)时,学生们都在窃笑。于是我向学生解释":在中国传统思想里是狗一个贬义词‘,狗腿子’‘,狗眼看人低’等都表达了贬义。但在西方,狗因它的忠诚而获得人们的喜爱而被称为"man’s best friend"(人类最好的朋友)。
文摘在口头语交际中,学习英语的中国人常常把英语的please一词作为汉语“请”的意思来使用。由于传统文化和习惯不同,造成了语用问题。记得一次,笔者陪同一对美籍教师游览中国名胜古迹,在火车软卧里遇到一位热情的中国人,懂英语。坐后不久他就递上一个红红的苹果请美国人吃。他用英语说:“Please,have an apple”那位丈夫客气地回答说:“No,thanks.”事后,他们告诉笔者,那位热心人话中的please用得不当。
文摘IN FOCUS|SVOM Kicks Off for GRB Observations Jointly developed by the Chinese Academy of Sciences(CAS)and the French Space Agency(FSA),a satellite for observations on gamma-ray bursts(GRBs)was sent into preset orbit on June 22.Named the Space Variable Objects Monitor(SVOM),it is the most powerful so far in terms of multi-waveband GRB observations,and is expected to play an important role in GRB research and related space science and astronomy.For more,please turn to page 72.
文摘Electronic content:https://www.springer.com/journal/405441.Manuscriptsubmission The following types of manuscripts on all topics within the scope of the journal are welcomed:·Original research articles.•Short communications on topics of immediate interest.•Reviews(with the prior approval of the Editorin-Chief)Authors should submit their manuscripts using the Online Manuscript Submission,Review and Tracking System at http://mc03.manuscriptcentral.com/friction/.When submitting your manuscript,please provide names and email addresses of two suggested reviewers.
文摘Electronic content:https://www.springer.com/journal/405441.Manuscriptsubmission The following types of manuscripts on all topics within the scope of the journal are welcomed:·Original research articles.•Short communications on topics of immediate interest.•Reviews(with the prior approval of the Editorin-Chief)Authors should submit their manuscripts using the Online Manuscript Submission,Review and Tracking System at http:/mc03.manuscriptcentral.com/friction/.When submitting your manuscript,please provide names and email addresses of two suggested reviewers.Note that the editor retains the sole right to decide whether or not the suggested reviewers are used.
文摘“Galbot,please help fetch a plush toy!”After receiving the order,Galbot,a humanoid robot,was able to identify and deliver the toy from among a range of items.The demonstration was given at the 2024 World Artificial Intelligence Conference(WAIC)held in Shanghai from July 4 to 6.
文摘"Galbot,please help fetch a plush toy!"After receiving the order,Galbot,a humanoid robot,was able to identify and deliver the toy from among a range of items.The demonstration was given at the 2024 World Artificial Intelligence Conference(WAIC)held in Shanghai from July 4 to 6.Galbot was developed by Beijing Galbot Co.Ltd.,a robotics company founded in the Chinese capital in May 2023.The robot is capable of grabbing designated items from racks,folding clothes,and opening drawers and closets.
文摘Two Pieces of Cake,Kate is my niece.She is six years old.She has a sweet tooth,and cake is her favourite food.But her mother doesn't want her to eat too much sugar.One day,when Kate comes back home from the sports field,she feels very hungry,so she asks her mum for some cake."Mum,can I have two pieces of cake,please?"Kate asks.
文摘Frontiers of Environmental Science&Engineering(FESE)is one of the flagship journals of the Chinese Academy of Engineering.It is an international peer-reviewed journal that publishes cutting-edge scientific work in all aspects of environmental disciplines.Since 2007,FESE has been an important platform for communicating the cutting-edge progress of theories,methods,technologies,and policies in environmental science and engineering.Its authors and readers involve scientists,engineers,and policymakers that are important stakeholders in dealing with environmental challenges.Prospective authors are encouraged to review recent issues of FESE to gain a deep understanding of the topics that are of great interest to the journal’s readers.In the cover letter,please clearly state the relevance to the journal’s publication scope and priorities.In particular,prospective authors are directed to the following instructions for further details on the scope,novelty and quality expectations,and minimum requirements.
文摘EB=Eugenie BirchRX=张若曦RX:In the UN-Habitat's SDG (Urban Sustainable Development Goals), SDG 11 specifically focuses on Sustainable cities and communities ("Make cities inclusive, safe, resilient,and sustainable"). You have made significant efforts in its formulation. Could you please share some about the process of developing SDG 11 and the challenges encountered during this process?
文摘Electronic content:https://www.springer.com/journal/405441.Manuscriptsubmission The following types of manuscripts on all topics within the scope of the journal are welcomed:·Original research articles.•Short communications on topics of immediate interest.·Reviews(with the prior approval of the Editorin-Chief)Authors should submit their manuscripts using the Online Manuscript Submission,Review and Tracking System at http://mc03.manuscriptcentral.com/friction/.When submitting your manuscript,please provide names and email addresses of two suggested reviewers.
文摘Electronic content:https://www.springer.com/journal/405441.Manuscriptsubmission The following types of manuscripts on all topics within the scope of the journal are welcomed:·Original research articles.Short communications on topics of immediate interest.·Reviews(with the prior approval of the Editorin-Chief)Authors should submit their manuscripts using the Online Manuscript Submission,Review and Tracking System at http://mc03.manuscriptcentral.com/friction/.When submitting your manuscript,please provide names and email addresses of two suggested reviewers.
文摘Electronic content:https:/www.springer.com/journal/405441.Manuscriptsubmission The following types of manuscripts on all topics within the scope of the journal are welcomed:Original research articles.Short communications on topics of immediate interest.Reviews(with the prior approval of the Editorin-Chief)Authors should submit their manuscripts using the Online Manuscript Submission,Review and Tracking System at http://mc03.manuscriptcentral.com/friction/.When submitting your manuscript,please provide names and email addresses of two suggested reviewers.
文摘Electronic content:https://www.springer.com/journal/405441.Manuscriptsubmission The following types of manuscripts on all topics within the scope of the journal are welcomed:Original research articles.Short communications on topics of immediate interest.Reviews(with the prior approval of the Editorin-Chief)Authors should submit their manuscripts using the Online Manuscript Submission,Review and Tracking System at http://mc03.manuscriptcentral.com/friction/.When submitting your manuscript,please provide names and email addresses of two suggested reviewers.Note that the editor retains the sole right to decide whether or not the suggested reviewers are used.
