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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Yuke Xia
Summary: This study aims to discuss the importance of combining cultural heritage management and green development for urban development by analyzing the successful case of the upgrading and renovation of the Grand Canal (Hangzhou section). The results of the study prove that the integration of green development and cultural heritage management can create a virtuous cycle of development, promoting the continuous development of a unique and historically significant urban area.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Shuying Zhang, Jiaming Liu, Tao Pei, Chung-Shing Chan, Mengdi Wang, Bin Meng
Summary: This study examines tourism value of linear cultural heritage (LCH) from the perspective of the whole heritage, using the resource-natural environment-industrial economy evaluation system. The results show that resource is the most important factor, while natural environment and industrial economy are external supports. The tourism value of Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal is divided into different types based on its characteristics. The findings provide theoretical and policy recommendations for the development and sustainability of LCH tourism.
CURRENT ISSUES IN TOURISM
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Shan Jiang, Noel Scott, Li Tao, Shiqi Xiong, Yuan Qin
Summary: This study analyzes the perceived destination image (PDI) of the Grand Canal and its variations at different sites using a mixed qualitative-quantitative method. Through in-depth interviews and questionnaire surveys, the study identifies differences in PDI between Shichahai Park and Tongzhou Canal Park, and proposes corresponding marketing strategies.
Article
Environmental Studies
Jose Luis Saorin, Carlos Carbonell-Carrera, Allison J. Jaeger, Damari Melian Diaz
Summary: Virtual reality (VR) is used in landscape architecture to visualize spatial relationships and enable interactive navigation in both indoor and outdoor environments. Research shows that open VR environments provide a higher perception of the environment during navigation compared to closed environments. The presence of obstacles limits movement freedom and reduces the sense of presence, while fluid navigation enhances the feeling of flow. Lighting and shadows in outdoor environments aid spatial perception and orientation, enhancing immersion, whereas they play a less important role in closed environments.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Yan Yang, Chunfa Sha, Wencheng Su, Edwin Kofi Nyefrer Donkor
Summary: This study analyzes the projected image of the Zhenjiang section of the Grand Canal on WeChat official account and finds that destination marketing organizations focus more on shipping traffic and less on literature and art. The study also reveals that the brand image of the Grand Canal has a strong nostalgic characteristic.
Article
Humanities, Multidisciplinary
Haiming Yan
Summary: The nomination process of the Grand Canal of China as a World Heritage site was complex, involving negotiations between state authorities and various human and non-human factors beyond their control. The final information included in the nomination dossier was a result of compromises among different agencies, including human actors and non-human factors. The relationship between heritage designation and state power is more intricate than previously critiqued in existing analyses of World Heritage.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HERITAGE STUDIES
(2021)
Article
Humanities, Multidisciplinary
Lin Li
Summary: As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Grand Canal of China has a rich intangible cultural heritage of folk songs along its route. This study analyzes the distribution pattern and influencing factors of folk songs in the Grand Canal basin using theories of musicology, geography, sociology, statistical analysis, and spatial analysis. The results show that folk songs exhibit a spatial distribution along the river and have distinct characteristics influenced by water system, landform, and regional culture. The economic and social development in the Grand Canal basin has led to diverse and unified musical culture characteristics of folk songs.
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Jiayu Wang, Menghan Wang, Haohan Dou, Mingming Su, Hangyu Dong, Zhenhua Liu
Summary: Water is a major channel through which the effects of climate change are felt, and its conservation and tourism uses are facing impacts and challenges. This research explores the impacts of climate change on heritage tourism of the Grand Canal in Beijing and proposes climate adaptation suggestions from a tourism perspective. Changes in temperature and precipitation are identified as climate-related stimuli to tourism along the Canal, and policies have been formulated to respond to climate change impacts. Natural-based solutions have been applied to rehabilitate the ecosystem of the Canal, and high tourism participation and increasing tourist needs for water spaces and activities have been observed. Conservation actions, enhanced tourism planning, increased water accessibility, and heritage interpretation are proposed for climate adaptation and sustainable development of Grand Canal tourism.
Article
Environmental Studies
Yan Zhao, Guangmeng Bian, Tianyi Sun, Jianwei Yan
Summary: The Grand Canal of China, as a major waterway in ancient China, has had a profound impact on the development of settlements along its route. However, rapid urbanization in China has led to problems such as neglect of cultural heritage, loss of local culture, and damage to historical relics in these settlements. Therefore, it is crucial to conduct research on the protection and renewal of the settlement spaces along the canal. This study focuses on the Tianjin Section of the Grand Canal and uses various research methods to analyze the evolution and distribution characteristics of the settlement spaces from a cultural relics perspective, revealing the factors influencing their evolution.
Article
Computer Science, Software Engineering
Wenchen Guo, Shucheng Li, Zixun Zhang, Zhirui Chen, KuoHsiang Chang, Su Wang
Summary: Research has found that spatial perception is crucial for success in STEM fields and impacts the overall quality of human life. However, many students lack adequate spatial skills for various reasons. Recent studies have shown that video games, such as Magic World, can effectively enhance spatial perception through narrative, virtual environments, and educational content, serving as affordable and impactful educational tools. A pilot study with primary school students demonstrated that Magic World significantly improved spatial abilities, and user surveys revealed that the game was fun, challenging, and popular among children.
COMPUTER ANIMATION AND VIRTUAL WORLDS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jin Yang, Lei Wang, Sheng Wei
Summary: By using GIS spatial analysis and other technologies, this study investigates the spatial variation of intangible cultural heritage (ICH) along the Grand Canal in China. It finds that ICH resources in different categories are unevenly distributed, primarily concentrated at the northern and southern ends of the Grand Canal. While socioeconomic factors play a crucial role in the spatial distribution of ICH, local geographic environments remain influential in the formation and development of ICH resources.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Cybernetics
Jo Vrancken, Liesbeth De Gryse, Annemie I. F. Spooren
Summary: This study developed a game for smartphones aimed at helping young children aged 4-7 to reduce preoperative anxiety. Through collaboration with stakeholders and testing, the research demonstrates positive results in information delivery, entertainment, and knowledge education in preparation for surgery.
BEHAVIOUR & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Shuying Zhang, Jiaming Liu, Tao Pei, Chung-Shing Chan, Caixia Gao, Bin Meng
Summary: This study identifies tourist perception and proposes a relationship model based on on-site questionnaire surveys. The results show that heritage attraction, cultural experience, service facilities, and market conditions have positive effects on tourists' attitude towards heritage protection and preference of tourism development. Moreover, tourists' attitude towards heritage protection positively affects their preference of tourism development and satisfaction. This study provides suggestions for optimizing management and promoting cultural heritage tourism development.
JOURNAL OF TOURISM AND CULTURAL CHANGE
(2023)
Article
Architecture
Qingwen Rong, Jianguo Wang
Summary: This research focuses on interpreting heritage canals using historical events as a case study, and examines the role of heritage canals in shaping regional cultural landscapes. By evaluating the correlation between historical works/places and the Grand Canal, it explores how these elements interact to form a network. Additionally, it sheds light on the mechanisms through which heritage canals define their related cultural landscape systems, providing valuable insights for conservation and urban design strategies.
JOURNAL OF ASIAN ARCHITECTURE AND BUILDING ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Computer Science, Software Engineering
Qiang Li, Peng Wang, Zexue Liu, Haoyan Zhang, Yujie Song, Yuxin Zhang
Summary: This study explores a game model that uses scaffolding to learn about cultural heritage based on adventure games. A case study using traditional Chinese murals tested the effectiveness of serious games in improving learning performance and knowledge acquisition. The experimental results show that digital adventure games have better learning performance and knowledge retention effects, higher intrinsic motivation, germane load, and engagement than traditional video learning.
COMPUTER ANIMATION AND VIRTUAL WORLDS
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Software Engineering
Fuchang Liu, Shuangjian Wang, Dandan Ding, Qingshu Yuan, Zhengwei Yao, Zhigeng Pan, Haisheng Li
COMPUTERS & GRAPHICS-UK
(2018)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Xiaopeng Niu, Zhiliang Wang, Zhigeng Pan
COMPUTING IN SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
(2019)
Article
Computer Science, Software Engineering
Mingliang Cao, Yi Li, Zhigeng Pan
IEEE COMPUTER GRAPHICS AND APPLICATIONS
(2018)
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Hao Li, Xiao-Pu Han, Linyuan Lu, Zhigeng Pan
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MODERN PHYSICS C
(2018)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Shan Zhenyu, Pan Zhigeng, Li Fengwei, Xu Huihui, Li Jiming
CHINESE JOURNAL OF ELECTRONICS
(2018)
Article
Mathematics, Interdisciplinary Applications
Ming-xin Jiang, Chao Deng, Zhi-geng Pan, Lan-fang Wang, Xing Sun
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Fuchang Liu, Pengfei Fang, Zhengwei Yao, Ran Fan, Zhigeng Pan, Weiguo Sheng, Huansong Yang
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Chemistry, Analytical
Shoujiang Xu, Qingfeng Tang, Linpeng Jin, Zhigeng Pan
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Qingfeng Tang, Liu Huang, Zhigeng Pan
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE
(2019)
Article
Computer Science, Software Engineering
Yuxin Ma, Anthony K. H. Tung, Wei Wang, Xiang Gao, Zhigeng Pan, Wei Chen
IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON VISUALIZATION AND COMPUTER GRAPHICS
(2020)
Proceedings Paper
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Tianhua Xie, Mingliang Cao, Zhigeng Pan
PROCEEDINGS OF THE 2020 3RD INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON IMAGE AND GRAPHICS PROCESSING (ICIGP 2020)
(2020)
Proceedings Paper
Computer Science, Theory & Methods
Binbin Zhou, Zhigeng Pan, Mingmin Zhang
ELEVENTH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON GRAPHICS AND IMAGE PROCESSING (ICGIP 2019)
(2020)
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Mingxin Jiang, Tao Hai, Zhigeng Pan, Haiyan Wang, Yinjie Jia, Chao Deng
Proceedings Paper
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
TianRen Luo, ZeHao Liu, ZhiGeng Pan
2018 8TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON VIRTUAL REALITY AND VISUALIZATION (ICVRV)
(2018)
Article
Computer Science, Information Systems
Jing Liu, Yam Yang, Douli Ma, Yinghui Wang, Zhigeng Pan
