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BRTV Launches Five-Part Documentary Series "Mahoney Observation: The Voice of Public Opinion on '12345'" 12-18-2024 08:58 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: Getnews / PR Agency: SHENZHEN HMEDIUM INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CO.,LTD The five-part documentary series "Mahoney Observation: The Voice of Public Opinion on '12345'" will air from December 16 to 20 at 9 PM on Beijing Satellite TV. Produced by BRTV, "Mahoney Observation: The Voice of Public Opinion on '12345'" is the first documentary in China to focus on the 12345 hotline from an international perspective, showcasing the concept of whole-process people's democracy. Through the authentic observational lens of Professor Josef Gregory Mahoney from East China Normal University, a scholar and PhD advisor from the United States, the documentary records the public demands addressed by the 12345 hotline regarding issues like alley renovations, property management, simple building relocations, and the installation of elevators in old buildings, forming the basis for this five-episode series. Video: https://www.youtube.com/embed/n_raASh2UuAVideo Link: https://www.youtube.com/embed/n_raASh2UuA BRTV presents a unique perspective and innovative concepts in "Mahoney Observation: The Voice of Public Opinion on '12345'", illustrating Beijing's experience of "responding to complaints immediately." The documentary showcases several characteristics: Using a vivid narrative, BRTV highlights grassroots democracy through compelling stories and examples. It illustrates how reforms in Beijing, such as whistle-blowing, proactive governance, and handling complaints, explore new models for governance in mega-cities. For instance, two communities had differing opinions over a road affecting traffic and expressed their demands through the 12345 hotline. Residents' representatives on both sides showcased their efforts: a 70-year-old woman visiting households to gather opinions, while another resident organized a voting group via WeChat, demonstrating the democratic atmosphere in Beijing vividly. In another case, an old community faced opposition from neighbors during the installation of an elevator, leading to a request via the 12345 system, which initiated communication with the community. The community sought clarification from the district, which then relayed this to Beijing, culminating in the Beijing Municipal Housing and Urban-Rural Development Commission providing a policy interpretation and announcement. This illustrates how the 12345 system patiently addresses every concerned resident through its complaint-handling mechanism. The documentary employs a full-recording approach to resonate with the audience on the joys and sorrows of people's lives. "Mahoney Observation: The Voice of Public Opinion on '12345'" deeply engages with its subjects, presenting genuine emotions and authenticity without staged scenes. Unlike previous experiences where international friends spent a day in the 12345 call center, Professor Mahoney delves into the complexities of five challenging cases, observing and experiencing the process firsthand. The efficiency of the "responding to complaints immediately" system, the intricate grassroots conflicts, the camaraderie and resilience of Beijing residents, and the dedication of grassroots officials evoke a range of emotions in Professor Mahoney-from laughter to anxiety, inspiration to tears. For example, during a visit to a family hesitant to vacate their self-built home due to lack of compensation, Mahoney held the hand of a Chinese woman, sharing stories about his mother. This emotional connection helped her overcome her concerns, leading to her decision to relocate. The documentary not only focuses on the mechanism of "responding to complaints immediately" but also on the individuals involved, questioning whether they find happiness through the 12345 system. Lastly, the documentary adopts a unique commentary perspective that provokes thought. Each episode features extensive original commentary from Professor Mahoney, reflecting his genuine viewpoints. These insights are distinctive and filled with memorable quotes, such as, "The ancient Bell and Drum Towers facilitated top-down communication, while today's 12345 hotline serves as a modern Bell and Drum Tower, promoting bottom-up dialogue." Media Contact Company Name: BRTV Contact Person: Lei Lin Email: Send Email [ http://www.universalpressrelease.com/?pr=brtv-launches-fivepart-documentary-series-mahoney-observation-the-voice-of-public-opinion-on-12345 ] Country: China Website: http://www.btime.com This release was published on openPR.Marcus Tomashek scores 30 and Division II Michigan Tech hands Green Bay its 8th straight loss

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A novel method has been developed by scientists to convert heat into electricity using tungsten disilicide (WSi2). This breakthrough, achieved by researchers at the Tokyo University of Science, marks the first demonstration of transverse thermoelectric conversion in WSi2, paving the way for more efficient thermoelectric devices. The research team, led by Associate Professor Ryuji Okazaki from the Department of Physics and Astronomy at TUS, found that WSi2 is a promising candidate for transverse thermoelectric effect (TTE-based) devices. Transverse thermoelectric conversion “Transverse thermoelectric conversion is a phenomenon that is gaining attention as a new core technology for sensors capable of measuring temperature and heat flow,” said Prof. Okazaki. “However, there are only a limited number of such materials, and no design guidelines have been established. This is the first direct demonstration of the transverse thermoelectric conversion in WSi2.” The study published in journal PRX Energy involved performing experimental and computational studies on the transport properties of WSi2 single crystals. Physical experiments and computer simulations Researchers analyzed the properties of WSi2 through a combination of physical experiments and computer simulations. They measured the thermopower, electrical resistivity, and thermal conductivity of a WSi2 single crystal along its two crystallographic axes at low temperatures. Their findings revealed that the axis-dependent conduction polarity (ADCP) of WSi2 stems from its unique electronic structure, characterized by mixed-dimensional Fermi surfaces. This structure reveals that electrons and holes (positive charge carriers) exist in different dimensions. A Fermi surface is a theoretical geometrical surface that separates occupied and unoccupied electronic states of charge carriers inside a solid material. In WSi2, electrons form quasi-one-dimensional Fermi surfaces and holes form quasi-two-dimensional Fermi surfaces. These unique Fermi surfaces create direction-specific conductivity, enabling the TTE effect, according to a press release . To demonstrate the transverse thermoelectric effect, the researchers applied a temperature gradient at a 45-degree angle to the crystallographic axis. Researchers observed strongly sample-dependent transport properties, which have also been observed in previous studies, and together with first-principles calculations, they show that such sample-dependent transport properties originate from the band-dependent scattering rates of carriers. The calculated band-resolved Peltier conductivity shows that the mixed-dimensional electronic structure consisting of a quasi-one-dimensional electron Fermi surface and a quasi-two-dimensional hole surface is a key property for the axis-dependent conduction polarity, according to the study . Charge carriers In the study, researchers mentioned that they observed variations in how these charge carriers conduct electricity from sample to sample, consistent with previous studies. Using simulations based on first principles, the researchers showed that these variations were due to differences in how charge carriers scatter due to imperfections in the crystal lattice structure of WSi2 . This insight is key to fine-tuning the material and developing reliable thermoelectric devices. Further, they demonstrated direct TTE generation in WSi2 by applying a temperature difference along a specific angle relative to both crystallographic axes, resulting in a voltage perpendicular to the temperature difference, according to the study.

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MIAMI — The sense of dread proved all too real Tuesday, with the Miami Heat announcing that guard Dru Smith sustained a season-ending torn left Achilles tendon in Monday night’s victory over the Brooklyn Nets. Having recently emerged as a prime rotation component in his comeback from his season-ending knee injury a year ago, Smith was helped off the court with 8:18 left in Monday night’s second quarter, a collective shudder enveloping Kaseya Center. For his coach and teammates, this was more than a player on a two-way contract going down. It was seeing it happen again. Last November, Smith shredded his right knee on a misstep off a ledge on the Cleveland Cavaliers court. Then came Monday, with Smith still wearing a protective brace on his right knee. “You don’t want to see anybody get hurt,” coach Erik Spoelstra said. “But we all have such incredible deep respect for his journey, what he’s had to overcome. I’ve been in the building all those times the last year, when nobody else was here and he was doing all the extensive treatment and rehab around the clock. He just has incredible fortitude. So you end up absolutely rooting for guys like Dru.” The non-contact injury came with the Heat facing a Sunday deadline to sign another player to a standard contract, required to get back to 14 under standard deals within 14 days of the recent trade of center Thomas Bryant to the Indiana Pacers. That spot was expected to go to Smith, which still could be the case. Such an elevation would more than double Smith’s salary from his two-way deal. The loss of Smith further exacerbates the Heat’s lack of depth at point guard. Among outside options are elevating undrafted rookie guard Isaiah Stevens from the Heat’s G League affiliate, the Sioux Falls Skyforce, or outside available free agents such as Dennis Smith Jr. or Elfrid Payton. For now, according to a source, the Heat later this week will upgrade two-way forward Keshad Johnson to a standard contract and then add another two-way player, likely Stevens. As of now, it appears Dru Smith will remain under Heat two-way contract. Johnson eventually could be flipped back to a Heat two-way deal. But personnel machinations hardly were on the mind in the wake of Smith, who turns 27 on Dec. 30, going down. “All we can do is pray for him,” center Bam Adebayo said. “But it’s definitely a gut punch because he’s sitting next to me on the plane and we have conversations a lot. We really talk about basketball and really reflect on just how grateful we are to have the life that we live. “So to have a guy that’s that pure have an injury, we pray for him and hope the best for him.” Since going undrafted out of Missouri in 2021, Smith has had several stints with the Heat and the team’s G League affiliate, including a season-ending knee injury in 2022 while with the Skyforce. Through it all, he earned this season’s two-way deal and persevered to a degree that teammate Jimmy Butler lobbied for Smith’s elevation into the first unit. Recently, Smith arguably had been at the top of his NBA game. And then came Monday night. “I feel like it’s been the last week and a half, two weeks, he’s really been playing well,” guard Tyler Herro said. “But all the work he put in to come back from the knee injury last year and where he was at before tonight, it’s just really unfortunate to see him go down. “He’s one of my favorite teammates, one of my favorite players to play with. So it’s really heartbreaking. So it’s unfortunate.” ©2024 South Florida Sun-Sentinel. Visit sun-sentinel.com . Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.After 23 years at Community Health System, CEO Craig Castro to retire

Join our newsletter to get the latest military space news every Tuesday by veteran defense journalist Sandra Erwin. A weekly newsletter that explores the rapidly evolving intersection of space exploration and artificial intelligence. By clicking submit, you agree to share your email address with the site owner to receive the newsletters. You can opt-out at any time. WASHINGTON — The Pentagon’s annual “ Military and Security Developments Involving the People’s Republic of China ” report, released Dec. 18, underscores the accelerating pace of China’s military modernization, with increasing focus on space and artificial intelligence technologies. The report, often referred to as the China Military Power Report, offers insights into Beijing’s expanding capabilities, many of which are aimed at countering U.S. influence in the Indo-Pacific region. This year’s report places new emphasis on China’s use of satellites and AI to bolster its military operations. It describes how Beijing is increasingly leveraging space-based surveillance to track U.S. and allied forces and enhance its precision-strike capabilities. This capability includes integrating satellite data with advanced AI systems to identify vulnerabilities and guide high-precision missile strikes. China’s space capabilities have expanded at a rapid rate, the report notes. In 2010, the country operated a modest fleet of 36 satellites. By 2024, that number has surged to over 1,000, with more than 360 dedicated to intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions. “The PRC emphasizes the importance of space-based surveillance capabilities in supporting precision strikes and, in 2022, continued to develop its constellation of military reconnaissance satellites that could support monitoring, tracking, and targeting of U.S. and allied forces,” the report states. China has embraced “multi-domain precision warfare,” a strategy that integrates AI, big data, and space technologies to conduct highly coordinated military operations. First articulated by the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) in 2021, this concept mirrors similar strategies pioneered by the Pentagon but now appears to be a cornerstone of China’s military doctrine. The idea is to synthesize vast amounts of intelligence from various domains — land, sea, air, space and cyberspace — to deliver precise, coordinated strikes. In addition to its satellite advancements, China continues to pursue anti-satellite weaponry and reusable space plane technology, the report says. The Pentagon’s assessment suggests that Beijing’s advances are not solely about military confrontation but also reflect ambitions for global technological and strategic leadership.A popular social media influencer has issued an apology after a Swedish tabloid published a report saying she created a “work environment filled with fear and psychological pressure” at her fashion brand, Djerf Avenue. In an Instagram post on Tuesday, Matilda Djerf said she was “genuinely sorry” to anyone she has “hurt or let down” after the tabloid, Aftonbladet, reported employees at her company had experienced or saw public berating, bullying and a “culture of favoritism and control.” Javascript is required for you to be able to read premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings.Global Smart Lighting Market Set For 20.4% Growth, Reaching $38.55 Billion By 2028

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