Computer Science
Improved Algorithm for Logistics Routing
This project developed a new algorithm that combines dynamic neighborhood search with simulated annealing. It outperforms traditional methods, speeding up convergence by 40% and reducing path costs by 15.2%.
Economics
Comparing Models for Bitcoin Price Prediction
This study tested various machine learning models to predict Bitcoin's price. It found that simpler models like Random Forest often outperform complex neural networks by better handling diverse market data.
Biomedicine
Mechanism of a Potential Liver Cancer Drug
This research identified how a specific inhibitor (TVB-2640) targets a key enzyme in liver cancer cells. The findings support its potential as a new therapy by linking enzyme suppression to halted cancer progression.
Psychology
The Evolutionary Significance of Kindness in Mating
Challenging conventional theory, this study found people prefer partners who are kind to them personally, not just generally kind. This suggests our preference for kindness may stem from a desire to be treated well.
Physics
Optimizing Self-Assembly with Cooling Strategies
Using simulated annealing, this research explored how different cooling methods affect the self-organization of molecular structures. The results provide insights for designing materials at the nanoscale.
Computer Science
Simulating Lunar Probe Trajectory with Python
This project created a high-precision Python simulation of a lunar probe's journey from Earth to orbit. It successfully replicated the Chang'e 5 mission's trajectory, validating its use for mission planning.
Computer Science
Ethical Concerns of Human-AI Friendship
This paper analyzes the long-term ethical implications of friendships between humans and AI. It raises concerns about how such relationships could impact human social dynamics and moral reasoning.
Education
Analyzing China's Transition to Renewable Energy
This study examines the complex, multidisciplinary process of China's shift from fossil fuels to renewables. It highlights the need for advanced technology and further research into specific transition pathways.
Sociology
Do Girls Have a Right to Girls-Only Sports?
This paper argues that girls-only competitions are essential for fairness, as open divisions can disadvantage them. It advocates for a dual system offering both separate and integrated competitive choices.
Sociology
How the "Wenzhou Spirit" Shapes its Global Cuisine
This research explores how Wenzhou's entrepreneurial culture influences its local and diaspora food practices. It shows a balance between preserving traditional methods and adapting to new environments.
Education
What Shapes Chinese Teens' Views on Gender Roles?
Interviews with Beijing students revealed that family structure significantly influences their perceptions of gender roles, underscoring the need for policies that promote equality at home and in society.
Education
The Hidden Costs of Urbanization in Rural China
A case study in Guizhou Province shows that economic development brings both benefits and negative side effects like pollution and cultural erosion, calling for a balance between growth and sustainability.
Biomedicine
Lung Cancer: Risks and a New Genetic Target (ZNF24)
This paper summarizes the global burden of lung cancer, its key risk factors, and introduces a novel genetic target (ZNF24) for potential future treatments.
Economics
A Deep Dive into China's Live Commerce via Douyin
This study analyzes the structure and success of China's live-streaming e-commerce economy, using Douyin as a case study to explain its rapid growth compared to the US market.
Sociology
Navigating Identity: Chinese-Koreans vs. Han Chinese
A survey comparing Chinese-Korean and Han Chinese individuals revealed the unique challenges faced by Chinese-Koreans in preserving their cultural heritage against pressures to assimilate.
Education
How Industry Affected Air Pollution in U.S. Cities
Analysis of EPA data from 1980-2024 shows air pollution generally decreased in five U.S. cities, linking these trends to specific urban planning and industrial policies.
Economics
The Surprising Link Between Interest Rates and Home Prices
Contrary to classic theory, this multi-country study found that housing prices often increase with interest rates, a paradox explained by the long shadow of the 2008 financial crisis.
Economics
Do Past Changes Affect Stock Prices in the Health Sector?
This research investigates the factors that drive stock prices and investor behavior, emphasizing that understanding market dynamics and sentiment is crucial for informed investing.
Economics
Adding "Animal Spirits" to Economic Models of Spending
This study integrates consumer sentiment into models of US consumption, finding that while "animal spirits" matter, their effect is nuanced and intertwined with objective economic factors.
Economics
How Much Should NBA MVP Nikola Jokić Be Paid?
Using player statistics and salary cap rules, this analysis built a model to estimate fair NBA salaries, concluding that stars like Nikola Jokić are often underpaid relative to their value.
Physics
Proving Einstein Right: Time Dilation and Cosmic Muons
A high-altitude balloon experiment measured cosmic muon counts. The data closely matched predictions that included time dilation, providing strong experimental support for Einstein's theory of relativity.
Sociology
Cultural Fusion: From Bamiyan to the Yungang Grottoes
This research traces the influence of the culturally diverse Bamiyan Caves on China's Yungang Grottoes, highlighting geography and inclusive policies as key drivers of historical cultural exchange.
Sociology
The Rise of Detective Fiction in Victorian England
This paper explores the origins of detective fiction in the 19th century, linking its popularity to social changes like the rise of the middle class and the spread of periodicals.
Physics
The Development of Quantum Dot Solar Concentrators
This report reviews the advantages of Quantum Dot Luminescent Solar Concentrators (QD-LSCs), a technology that can increase solar cell efficiency, and discusses future challenges.
Sociology
The Challenges of an Aging Population in China
This paper outlines the economic and social pressures created by China's rapidly aging population, including a strained workforce and inadequate elderly care infrastructure.
Education
Strategies for Effective Online STEM Learning
This study critiques the shift to online STEM education and proposes strategies for improving course design, digital tool use, and student engagement in virtual learning environments.
Economics
Can Buying Patents Truly Build Innovation? A Case Study
Through the failure of Evergrande EV, this paper argues that a firm's ability to innovate depends on its "absorptive capacity," not merely the number of patents it acquires.
Sociology
Thomas Paine's "Rights of Man" and Its Impact
This essay examines how Thomas Paine's book defended the French Revolution, inspired British workers to fight for democratic rights, and influenced modern democratic societies.
Biomedicine
Evolutionary Clues to a Cystic Fibrosis Gene
By analyzing the CFTR gene across species, this study found that disease-causing mutations in humans cluster in evolutionarily conserved regions, offering a new way to predict harmful mutations.
Physics
Mapping the Milky Way with a Radio Telescope
This project used a radio telescope to collect 21cm wavelength data from the Milky Way. The data was analyzed with Python to map hydrogen distribution and calculate the galaxy's rotation curve.
Physics
A Classical Model of Electron Collisions
This project took a unique classical approach (instead of quantum) to simulate electron collisions in electromagnetic fields, creating a customizable Python model for other researchers to use.
