Structural layer applicability of semi-flexible material for rutting resistance: A coupled temperature-mechanical approach.

Semi-flexible material (SFM) is produced by pouring cement grouting material into the asphalt concrete skeleton. It exhibits both characteristics of cement and asphalt, increasing structural stiffness and reducing rutting. Extensive studies have shown that the temperature load coupling effect is one of the leading causes of road rutting.

Tourism-Induced Livelihood Changes at Mount Sanqingshan World Heritage Site, China.

Although tourism has the potential to improve the wellbeing of residents, it may also disrupt livelihood systems, social processes, and cultural traditions. The livelihood changes at three rural villages at Mount Sanqingshan World Heritage Site, China, are assessed to determine the extent to which tourism strategies are contributing to local livelihoods. A sustainable livelihood framework is adopted to guide the analysis.

Two novel STK11 mutations in three Chinese families with Peutz-Jeghers syndrome.

Background: Peutz-Jeghers syndrome (PJS) is an autosomal dominantly inherited disease. STK11/LKB1 gene germline mutations have been identified as responsible for PJS. In our study, we investigated the molecular basis of PJS and evaluated correlation between the STK11 mutations and the Chinese population.

[Diagnosis and treatment of relapsing polychondritis].

Objective: To explore the diagnosis and treatment of relapsing polychondritis (RP).

Methods: The clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and treatment of 24 patients with RP were retrospectively analyzed. Twenty-four RP patients were examined for autoimmune antibody.

[Application of imiquimod and resiquimod in dermatology].

Imiquimod (R-837) and Resiquimod (R-838), two novel small-molecular-weight immune response modifiers, have similar structure. They have anti-virus and anti-tumor activities and can be used as B lymphocyte activators and adjuvants. They are widely used in dermatology to treat virus dermatoses and cutaneous benign or malignant tumors.