1 . Researchers at the Tokyo University of Science (TUS) have developed a groundbreaking sweat biosensor that opens up new possibilities for real-time health monitoring.

Wearable sensors, typically worn directly on the skin, can monitor vital signs such as heart rate, blood pressure, and muscle activity. However, designing chemical sensors for detecting substance in bodily liquid, like sweat, has proven more complex due to issues of skin irritation (刺激) and accuracy when integrated into clothing.

Addressing these challenges, the research team at TUS used a technique called “heat-transfer Printing” to fix a thin, flexible chloride ion (氯离子) sensor onto a clothing base and then integrated it into clothes such as T-shirts. Further, health signs such as chloride ion concentration in sweat can be measured by simply wearing them. By moving the sensor outside of the clothing piece, skin irritation is prevented. The wicking effect (芯吸效应) of fiber helps distributing sweat evenly between the sensor’s electrodes (电极), ensuring stable electrical contact and therefore improving the accuracy.

Additionally, the team carefully selected skin-friendly materials and conducted various experiments using artificial sweat to prove the sensor’s accuracy in measuring chloride ion concentration. To assess its practicality, the team tested the sensor on a volunteer who engaged in a 30-minute exercise on a still bicycle. Measurements of bodily liquid were taken every five minutes and compared with the data collected by the sensor. The wearable sensor reliably measured the concentration of chloride ions in sweat. Moreover, the sensor has the capability to deliver data wirelessly, enabling real-time health monitoring.

This breakthrough can boost the development of advanced healthcare devices that offer precise and convenient monitoring of important health indicators. With the power of these tiny electronics, researchers are pushing the boundaries of healthcare innovation to improve disease prevention and overall well-being.

1. What is paragraph 2 mainly about?

A．Varieties of sweat biosensors.

B．Popularity of wearable equipment.

C．Complexity in monitoring vital body signs.

D．Difficulties in designing chemical sensors.

2. What contributes to the even distribution of sweat between the sensor’s electrodes?

A．The technique of heat-transfer printing.

B．The chloride ion sensor.

C．The wicking effect of fibre.

D．Selected skin-friendly materials.

3. What is the purpose of the test on the volunteer?

A．To evaluate the sensor’s reliability.

B．To improve the volunteer’s performance.

C．To determine the sensor’s duration.

D．To ensure the volunteer’s well-being.

4. What is the author’s attitude toward the new technology?

A．Critical.

B．Expectant.

C．Reserved.

D．Doubtful.

2 . “It’s not unusual for guests to feel emotional when they discover the story behind our food,” says Patrick Navis. “Not to mention when they taste it. One even cried with happiness.” The setting for these tearful scenes? Navis’s restaurant in a Dutch city. Here, the owner and his team create experimental food using herbs, roots, flowers and nuts — some common, others less so.

Most of these ingredients (食材) come from the Ketelbroek Food Forest nearby. To the untrained eye, it’s like an ordinary wood. But there’s one key difference: everything in it is edible. It was set up in 2009 by Dutch botanist and environmentalist Noah Eck as an experiment in slow farming, to see what would happen if the right combination of food plants were left to grow together like a natural forest, without chemicals.

“It’s the first ‘food forest’ of its kind in Europe and we’re one of the few restaurants around the world cooperating in this way,”says Navis.“We have over 400 different species of edible plants we plan our menus around, including some we previously knew little about.” He harvests the ingredients and, with his fellow chefs, works them into beautifully presented tasting menus, served in a dining room hidden in the backstreets of the city,

“To us, fine dining is not about the fame of a restaurant, its location, expensive decoration, fancy cooking and wine list,”says Navis.“It’s about adding value through creativity and using ingredients nobody knows of, which are grown with great attention.” However, he adds, luxury cooking can be about enhancing everyday ingredients, too.

“When looking at cooking in this way, who can argue that caviar (鱼子酱), for example, is more valuable than a carrot grown with specialist knowledge?”

Experimentation is extremely important to Navis. In the next five years, he hopes to open an outdoor restaurant. But for now, the most important thing is to continue focusing on how plants are being grown and the perennial system used in the Food Forest, reducing the need for replanting each season.

1. What can we learn about Navis’s restaurant?

A．It is well received by its guests.	B．It serves food with moving stories.
C．It offers experimental food for free.	D．It is known for its rare food sources.

2. How is Ketelbrock Food Forest different from ordinary woods?

A．It is a natural forest.	B．Diverse plants coexist in it.
C．Plants there take longer to grow.	D．It provides safe food ingredients.

3. What is the key element of fine dining according to Navis?

A．Convenient locations.	B．Expensive ingredients.
C．Innovative menus.	D．Fancy cooking techniques.

4. What does “the perennial system” in the last paragraph probably refer to?

A．The sustainable farming practice.	B．Farming with proper use of chemicals.
C．Natural farming without human intervention.	D．An experimental farm for an outdoor restaurant.

3 . In this issue, we offer up a small taste of a vast and attractive culinary (烹饪的) region — from classic dishes and treasured institutions to pioneering chefs and new directions. Here is what some of the contributors want to say to you.

Patrick Hanlon

Although there is a lot of seaweed around Ireland’s coast, it wasn’t always liked. However, it’s now becoming increasingly popular as a key part in traditional Irish food. The dish I enjoyed while looking out over the Atlantic in Connemara perfectly showed how popular seaweed has become lately. CONNEMARA, P8

Mike Jordan

I’m a true Southerner: born in Nashville, raised in Huntsville, Alabama, and now based in Atlanta. I loved talking to brilliant Southern chefs like Mashama Bailey and Rodney Scott, who represent the region’s incredible diversity and unique culture, and tell new stories through their cuisine. SOUTHERN STATES, P48

Sian Meades Williams

When I visited Santorini to find out more about vinsanto, the local dessert wine, it was the powerful women winemakers that really impressed me. They’re working hard to make real change in the industry, and their love for the island, its produce and their community runs through everything they do. SANTORINI, P66

Cecilia Hae-Jin Lee

The culinary history of any country is full of depth and surprises. Sharing the story of bibimbap reveals only a small part of the beautiful and troubled history of my home country of Korea, with its rolling countryside, dramatic mountains and weather-beaten fishing boats. BIBIMBAP, P76

1. Who writes about the cuisine of the Southern states?

A．Patrick Hanlon.	B．Mike Jordan.
C．Sian Meades Williams.	D．Cecilia Hae-Jin Lee.

2. What impressed Sian Meades Williams during her visit to Santorini?

A．The diversity of cultures.	B．The local dessert wine.
C．The popularity of seaweed.	D．The female winemakers.

3. On which page can we read about Korea’s culinary history?

A．P8.

B．P48.

C．P66.

D．P76.

4 . Train the important skills modern editors use to evaluate and enhance writing for clarity, precision and accuracy.

In this course, students will learn how an editor approaches a submitted piece, going beyond sentence-level error and looking at the big picture around accuracy, style and organization. Understanding the different challenges in an editor’s job, students will get a behind-the-scenes look at this sometimes busy and often exciting career. Meanwhile, students will grow their own technical editing skills and return home a more competent editor.

Using Gen Z Era as their case study, students will meet and study under the people who decide what topics are relevant and valuable to the audience and who determine the overall editorial strategy, ensuring that the content meets the standards and tone of the publication.

Course Highlights

● Visit the media city and attend lectures by award-winning guest speakers.

● Assess articles as well as question and coach the authors to get the best piece possible.

● Connect with professionals who manage the development and publication of accurate and worthy content.

● Edit one piece into a well-written and fact-checked article in the style of Gen Z Era.

Price

● Residential Program (Students live on campus):$6,600

● Day Program(Students commute to class every day): $5,500

(Graduating seniors can have a $400 discount if applying before May 2,2024.)

Term Date: July 9-July 21,2024

Application Deadline: Friday, May 31,2024

Contact Admission:info@gzeeditor.net

1. Which is the probable name of the course?

A．Career Development in Media.	B．Editorial Decision-making.
C．Fundamentals of Editing.	D．Introduction to Publication.

2. What will students do in the course?

A．Interview award-winning guests.	B．Help authors improve their articles.
C．Connect with professional publishers.	D．Edit one article for Gen Z Era.

3. A graduating senior applying for a Day Program on April 30, 2024 should pay _______.

A．$5,100

B．$5,500

C．$6,200

D．$6,600

5 . Yes, having a big name in science will help get your paper published, a new study confirms. Involving hundreds of researchers reviewing an economics paper, the study found that reviewers were more likely to recommend acceptance when the paper was associated with a famous author compared to a lesser-known one.

The Matthew effect, a term coined in 1968 to describe this prejudice, has been a topic of concern among scientists for years. However, previous efforts to document this prejudice had limitations such as small sample sizes or lack of randomization. To address these issues, a team from the University of Innsbruck conducted an extensive study.

The team sent emails to about 3,300 researchers, inviting them to review an economics paper for a real journal. The paper had two authors: Vernon Smith, a Nobel Prize winner, and Sabiou Inoua, one of Smith’s former Ph. D. students. The potential reviewers received one of three descriptions of the paper: one mentioning only Smith, another mentioning only Inoua, and a third with no author mentioned. Of the researchers who agreed to review the paper, Smith’s fame influenced their responses. When given only Smith’s name, 38.5% accepted the invitation to review, while the figures were 30.7% for those given no name and 28.5% for those given only Inoua’s name.

To further avoid prejudice, the team randomly assigned the 313 reviewers who initially received no author’s name to review one of three papers: one credited to Smith alone, another to Inoua alone,and a third with no authors listed. Reviewers rated the paper credited to Smith the highest, praising its inclusion of new information and data-supported conclusions. The version with no authors received recommendations for acceptance from 24% of reviewers, more than double the percentage for the version credited only to Inoua.

The team warned against evaluating identical work differently based on the author’s identity and suggested that double-blind reviews may reduce the prejudice. However, this approach may not be effective as reviewers can often identify authors through preprints or conference presentations.

1. What does the term “the Matthew effect” refer to according to this passage?

A．A topic of public concern.	B．A preference in publication.
C．A document describing coins.	D．A way to get papers accepted.

2. Why did the team from the University of Innsbruck carry out the extensive study?

A．To review an economics paper.	B．To find fault with prior studies.
C．To further investigate an effect.	D．To study how to release papers.

3. What are presented in paragraphs 3 and 4?

A．Data reception and release.	B．Paper description and scores.
C．Research methods and findings.	D．Authors’ identities and responses.

4. What does the team suggest to reduce the prejudice?

A．Revising the review method.	B．Reading the online preprint.
C．Assessing different works.	D．Adding new information.

6 . Spring marathons are approaching, and we’re here to help you prepare for the starting line.     1    .

What training plan should I use?

    2    . Some people respond well to logging high mileage six days a week, while others prefer lower-intensity plans that allow for more cross-training and fewer running days. The best marathon training plan is the one that suits your needs and preferences.

    3    ?

The duration of your marathon training plan depends on your experience level, current fitness, and the expert or authority you’re following. Typically, marathon training lasts 12 to 20 weeks, with most plans falling within the 16-to 20-week range.

What if I miss training time?

It’s important to stick to your training plan in order to run your best race. However, no one’s training is perfect. Don’t worry if you miss some runs due to life events or unexpected circumstances.     4    .

What if my training feels too difficult?

Marathon training is no easy task. At times, this can feel overbearing and difficult. You should be uncomfortable to some degree, which is normal when growing in anything.     5    . If it does, consider adjusting your plan or seeking advice from experienced runners or coaches.

Finally, don’t forget about fueling during training and racing, as well as what to wear on race day. With the right training plan, preparation, and attention to these details, you’ll be well-equipped to run your best race yet — whether it’s your first or 50th!

A．Training plans vary for each runner

B．How long should I train for a marathon

C．How do I determine my marathon goals

D．But your training shouldn’t feel impossible

E．It’s better to skip a few days to allow your body to rest

F．Take a deep breath and get back on track as soon as possible

G．This guide addresses common questions about marathon training

7 . Americans have adopted dogs in record numbers in the pandemic (流行病), and we really don’t like leaving our new family members home on their own. We worry that they’ll be lonely, or worse, chew the furniture. So we ask: What would we want to do if we were at home with nothing to do? Watch TV, of course.

DogTV, a channel for dogs, has been available in the United States since 2012. Last month it expanded to reach dogs in England, Australia and New Zealand and is now available in 14 countries. Unsurprisingly, more than 80 percent of the channel’s subscribers are Americans, who make up the largest pet market in the world.

According to Ron Levi, the founder of DogTV, there is a significant amount of separation anxiety among pet owners. DogTV was created to provide sensory and visual stimulation that can help reduce this anxiety. Levi came up with the idea for the channel in 2006 when he realized that dogs are highly social animals and often struggle when left alone at home. Thus, he decided to focus on their needs.

While some animal behaviorists advocate for the use of toys and puzzles instead of TV, others believe that certain types of programming can be beneficial when there is nothing else going on. For pet owners like Sage Randall, who got a new dog named Carrot Cake in 2020 to keep her company while working at home, the guilt of leaving a pet alone can be great. She laughed when a friend advised her to get DogTV and thought it was crazy to even imagine a dog actually sitting still to watch television. However, she tried it and was shocked that Carrot Cake enjoyed watching the different landscapes and seeing other dogs playing. Although DogTV may not be a perfect solution for every pet owner, it provides an interesting look at how technology is being used to address the needs of dogs.

As for whether dogs actually enjoy television or if we are simply finding comfort in providing them with this very human form of entertainment, that remains an open question.

1. Who is most likely to be the author of this article?

A．A dog owner.	B．A mobile subscriber.
C．An animal behaviorist.	D．An American marketer.

2. What can be inferred from paragraph 2?

A．Americans like dogs best.	B．The pet market is growing.
C．Dogs cost their owners a lot.	D．DogTV is gaining popularity.

3. What is paragraph 3 mainly about?

A．How dogs’ needs are met.	B．Why DogTV was created.
C．What worries pet owners.	D．Who founded the channel.

4. What is the author’s purpose in mentioning Sage Randall?

A．To compare different ways of treating dogs.	B．To explain dogs’ fondness for watching TV.
C．To illustrate the attitude of some pet owners.	D．To show the effect of technology on animals.

8 . I’ve loved to sew all my life. I started sewing clothes for my dolls when I was 7. My mother showed me how to stitch with a needle and thread, and it was my favorite pastime when it was too cold and snowy to play outside. As a teenager, I began to design and sew my own outfits. I cut out paper patterns to construct dresses and skirts, and I’d sit at the old sewing machine for hours.

In my late 20s, I began to buy used and vintage clothes to upcycle and refashion. My favorite places to buy vintage clothes are thrift shops (旧货店) and church rummage sales (教堂义卖).

However, about 10 years ago, when I was ripping out the silk lining (内衬) from a beautiful long blue evening dress, I stopped. There was a hidden pocket in the front that I failed to notice as I merrily ripped at the seams. I pulled out an old photo of a young woman wearing the very same blue evening dress. A long silver chain necklace hung gracefully down the front of the dress, and she was holding a black purse. She had a soft smile, and she looked to be in her early 20s.

Somebody else wore this dress many years ago. Who was she? Did she wear it to the theater? To a fancy dinner party? And I was now tearing it apart. I felt guilty.

I mentioned my concerns and guilt to my daughter. She said, “Mom, you should be proud of your upcycling and your sewing creations. You are keeping clothes out of the landfill (垃圾填埋场), and you’re creating new fashions. Consider it a bonus (意外收获) if you find objects in the pockets. The clothes are talking to you!”

I decided to pay homage to this upcycling discovery -and the many others I’ve found over the years — by displaying them on a bulletin board in my sewing room. These discoveries have made me enjoy refashioning and upcycling clothes even more. But I have learned to be a little gentler when I rip seams open with my scissors, and I approach pockets more carefully.

1. What are the first two paragraphs mainly about?

A．The author’s mom’s influence on her.	B．The author’s growing love for sewing.
C．The author’s preference for vintage clothes.	D．The author’s deep interest in design.

2. How did the author feel immediately after discovering the photo in the dress pocket?

A．Excited.

B．Regretful.

C．Amazed.

D．Nervous.

3. What does the author’s daughter think of upcycling old clothes?

A．It’s a waste of time.	B．It’s a challenging hobby.
C．It’s a professional business.	D．It’s environmentally friendly.

4. What does the author do with her upcycling discoveries made over the years?

A．Sells them online.	B．Donates them to thrift shops.
C．Shows them in her sewing room.	D．Gives them to her daughter as gifts.

9 . Must-read New Fiction Books

We all have a few tried-and-true fiction favorites, but there’s something special about a brand-new, hot-off-the-press novel. Whether it’s your favorite author’s new release or a new writer’s first work, great fiction books make the perfect escape from ordinary life. That’s why we’ve rounded up a list of the best new books released in February.

Age of Gold by Jerry Lapoor

Jerry Lapoor’s latest action-packed novel unfolds like a crazy movie. This thriller begins when a wealthy man’s car gets out of control. But when the dust settles, the rich man is nowhere to be found. How and to where does he disappear? With an exciting plot that will carry you from old-money houses to small agricultural villages, Age of Cold will take you on an unforgettable ride across a vast land.

City Under One Sky by Rachel Young

In the book, Young presents a crime story set in a small town. Detective Sara Kennedy has been sent to investigate a case. But soon after arrival, Sara gets snowed in with the 205 townsfolk living in the same apartment building. Who is hiding the key to the crime? And is there anyone she can truly trust? The appealing story, strange but distinctive characters and unexpected plot are just a few of the reasons why City Under One Sky gains its popularity.

Lady by Jess George

Lady is an irresistible fiction from Jess George. The story of Mary’s fresh start at adulthood is shot through with themes of family, race and discrimination, womanhood and the immigrant reality of feeling torn between cultures. Though struggling with life in London as an African, Mary jumps at every chance to stand on her own feet.

1. What will impress the readers in Age of Gold?

A．The thrilling plot.	B．Traditional cultures.
C．The family conflict.	D．Crazy characters.

2. What happens to Sara Kennedy in City Under One Sky?

A．She is trapped in the snow.	B．She is to investigate a case abroad.
C．She hides the key evidence.	D．She has trouble discovering the truth.

3. Which is likely to be the main theme of Lady?

A．Self-reliance.	B．Gender equality.
C．Domestic violence.	D．Cross-cultural communication.

10 . In the age of the selfie, taking photos of yourself has become a daily activity. Half of all teenagers regularly post selfies. But what happens when the desire for the best selfie starts damaging nature—or even ourselves?

Social media tourism is dramatically changing who visits natural places like Figure Eight Pools in Sydney’s Royal National Park. Many people are now drawn to these places for the best selfie background. These new tourists, motivated to seek out photos and selfies, sometimes ignore warning signs or bans on drones (无人机). Thus, many people have been severely injured or killed by taking risky selfies and photos in dangerous locations. Additionally, drone use can cause environmental harm if drones catch fire or batteries leak.

The search for the perfect selfie can also harm animals, protected plants and even First Nations rock art. In some cases, selfies have become a long-term threat to ecosystems.

But for land managers, perhaps the biggest challenge is satisfying increased interest while keeping people safe. They are working to assist this new demand by reshaping nature to make better scenery—and keep visitors safer. At Moran Falls in Queensland’s Lamington National Park, a famous view had been blocked by plants, driving some visitors to jump the fence at the viewing platform and stand directly on top of a very tall cliff (悬崖). As a solution, land managers have the trees trimmed (修剪) and then use the fallen branches to hide the track made by selfie-seekers.

These land managers are wondering why traditional measures like signs and warnings often prove ineffective? The answer may lie in social recognition For many, the risk seems worth the reward if it means gaining admiration on social media. Nature-based content on popular social media platforms like TikTok often performs very well, giving other would-be influencers the motive to seek out new locations. This problem has been created by the combination of social media and human psychology. To solve it, we might look at how these two factors interact. Responsible selfie and tourism campaigns on popular social media platforms could be a start.

1. Why are many people attracted to visit places like Figure Eight Pools?

A．To appreciate the natural beauty.	B．To seek adventure and excitement.
C．To search for the ideal selfie setting.	D．To test the use of drones for photography.

2. How is Paragraph 4 developed?

A．By listing figures.	B．By giving examples.
C．By analyzing causes.	D．By making comparisons.

3. What leads to the failure of traditional measures?

A．Risks are often ignored by people	B．Rules are rarely followed by people.
C．Exploring new attractions is preferred.	D．Social media attention is valued more.

4. What solution is suggested in the last paragraph?

A．Launching tourism campaigns	B．Promoting proper behaviors online
C．Banning selfies in natural landscape.	D．Restricting access to social media platforms.