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Research on sport science in the spotlight from College of Kinesiology and Health, CCU

Posted on by Chinese Culture University

There are 4 sports laboratories in the College of Kinesiology and Health from Chinese Culture University (hereinafter referred to as CCU), Laboratory of Sports Physiology, Laboratory of Sports Biomechanics, Laboratory of Sports Psychology, and Laboratory of Sports Immunology respectively.

The Laboratory of Sports Physiology is chaired by Director Wu HuiJun and has shepherded the research team to publish about 20 international journals. It engages in athlete training methodologies, sports performance, nutritional supplements and other researches primarily. The laboratory also has a variety of testing instruments, a total of 13 types, and instruments for body composition (Inbody), swimming isokinetic muscle strength measurement training, cardiopulmonary function analysis, and a wireless remote control measurement system for energy metabolism are all included. The results of a recent study have discovered that higher physical demands of the upper body in the battle (training) rope exercise resulted in a decrease in accuracy of shooting and ball passing speed from the chest. Perhaps battle rope training before practice or competition is not helpful, as it triggers a drop in performance and an increase in fatigue caused by one-off exercises (Chen et al., 2020). This study is also demonstrated in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research (SCI Q2, IF=3.781).

The Laboratory of Sports Biomechanics is hosted by Professor Peng XianDe and has published about 30 international journals. It engages in the research of body movements of athletes and the measurement of training methodologies. There are a variety of measuring instruments in the laboratory, including 12 precision instruments such as force plates, motion capture analysis systems, and thermal imaging cameras. Recent studies have also illustrated that the adoption of elastic bands as a heavier load during the air and landing phases of skydiving is capable of directing the preferential action of the extensor muscles of the lower extremity joints to demonstrate the benefits and performance of the stretch-shortening cycle and reduce the impact of the lower extremity on the ground (Peng et al. al., 2021). The discovery has also demonstrated in the European Journal of Sport Science (SCI Q1, IF= 4.05).

The Laboratory of Sports Psychology is chaired by Professor Lu JunHong and has shepherded the research team to publish about 20 international journals. Professor Lu is also the Vice President of Asia and South Pacific International Organization and has engaged in the research of psychological energy of athletes, scale development, and athletes’ superstition. Equipment for heart variability rate detection and coordination between eyes and hands are included in the lab. A recent study has illustrated that the intervention of imagery training through PETTLEP (Physical, Environment, Task, Timing, Learning, Emotion, Perspective) is capable of making basketball players improve the final performance of shooting through manifestation of images (Lu et al., 2020). The discovery was also presented in Psychology of Sport and Exercise (SCI Q1, IF=4.785 )

The Laboratory of Sports Immunology is hosted by Mr. Li LingChun and has led the research team to publish about 4 international journals. The Lab engages in bioelectrical impedance research mainly. The laboratory also has many instruments and equipment, including 22 kinds of items such as carbon dioxide incubators and animal treadmills. A recent study investigated the potential of standing 8-electrode Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis (BIA) in assessing Visceral Fat Area (VFA) and Body Fat Mass (BFM) for athletes (Lee et al., 2021). This study was also published in the International Journal of General Medicine (SCI Q2, IF=2.466).

The hosts of all laboratories has also gained various accolades from the Ministry of Science and Technology (M.O.S.T.), the Ministry of Education (M.O.E.), and lots of opportunities for cooperation between undergraduate and post-graduate students. There are also numerous opportunities for undergraduate and post-graduate students to take part in sports-related scientific studies, as well as scholarship grants. Above all, master and doctoral degrees are awarded in the Graduate Institute from the Department of Physical Education. Therefore, a series of associated fields will be cultivated and learned by students and help these students devote themselves to associated industries in the future.

Laboratory of Sports Physiology: https://sites.google.com/view/exercisephysiologylab-704

Laboratory of Sports Biomechanics: https://sites.google.com/site/pccubiomechlab/home?authuser=0

Laboratory of Sports Psychology: https://sites.google.com/view/pccusportpsychology/

Laboratory of Sports Immunology: https://sites.google.com/view/pccusportimmunology/

Taipei Medical University, Yokohama University of Pharmacy reveal coriander effects on aging

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Aging is a common problem faced by many societies around the world, and in Taiwan and Japan, issues around aging are pressing more than ever.

The health problems caused by aging also lead to the resource burden derived from long-term care, of which dementia constitutes the largest need for care with no effective drug treatment at the moment, and researchers are in search of ways to prevent aging related cognitive dysfunction, nutritional supplements, and effective dietary patterns.

Coriander as a natural spice for both medicinal and culinary use is low in saturated fat and cholesterol, and rich in dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It is also rich in polyphenols and is a powerful antioxidant. Taiwan produces an abundance of coriander each year, while in Japan, coriander is representative of healthy vegetables.

The academia and industry have jointly established the Japanese Coriander Society, which focuses on coriander-related research, including the methods of planting, eating and processing coriander, and its functional development.

In 2018, Professor Suh-Ching Yang from Taipei Medical University, School of Nutrition and Health Sciences began an international joint research with Professor Yasuo Watanabe, president of the Japanese Coriander Society and director of General Health Medical Center of Yokohama University of Pharmacy, on “Evaluating the Effects of Coriander in Improving Cognitive Dysfunction in Aging.”
Using SAMP8 aging mice as the animal model, the research team found that, with alcohol extraction, the extract from coriander seeds can improve the antioxidant capacity of the prefrontal lobe of the aging mice and delay memory and learning ability decline. The research teams in Taiwan and Japan jointly published a paper and were invited to share their research findings with the wider scholarly community, which is the demonstration of successful international research collaboration between both parties.

CCU dedicates to cultivating journalism and communication talents

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The College of Journalism and Mass Communications from Chinese Culture University (hereinafter referred to as CCU), established in 1989, is the first independent college in Taiwan to provide comprehensive professional education in mass communications.

The Department of Journalism and the Department of Mass Communications from private universities in the country were initiated by CCU, while the Department of Advertising and the Department of Information Communications are in the vanguard domestically.

Advanced facilities and flawless internship systems were equipped by all these four departments.

The bachelor degrees awarded by all four departments aim at developing communication professionals with excellent professional quality and practical ability, and the other two graduate institutes aim to foster talents for high-level research and management.

This influential family has a long historical standing and lots of superb schoolfellows. It really plays an irreplaceable role in becoming important cradle for domestic talents training of journalism and communications. The College of Journalism and Mass Communications from CCU have cultivated numerous talents for mass communications and outstanding alumni for Taiwan.

Framing intercultural-powered campus with transformative curriculum

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Launched by the Office of International Affairs, National Taiwan University (NTU), the series of lectures, themed “Global Competence with Internationalization at Home,” is aimed at cultivating students’ intercultural interests and building a global mindset.

Under the guidance of Executive Vice President Prof. Chiapei Chou and Vice President for International Affairs Prof. Hsiao-Wei Yuan, the intriguing delivery of teaching in-depth unveils aspirations and approaches to complex challenges to navigate the ever-changing transnational environment.

To nurture the future generation of critical thinkers, numerous representatives and ambassadors provide their insightful perspectives and international career experiences which empower young talent to adapt to the evolving global landscape.

Meanwhile, students highly engage in Q&A discussions in relation to sustainability, national development, and international collaborations. To prepare students to thrive in the interconnected world and address present-day issues, especially in the post-Covid era, the flagship initiative allows students as global citizens to learn about trending highlights and the impact of a country as well as dynamic connectivity at regional and global levels.

Following lectures delivered by ambassadors and representatives, students as teams provide theme-based posters in addition to the delivery of individual reflection papers. To embrace diversity and inclusion, the innovative initiative not only serves as a platform for enhancing cross-cultural communication skills but illustrates an intercultural-powered campus through the mechanism of a transformative curriculum.

NTU SPEECH: https://speech.ntu.edu.tw/ntuspeech/

TMU collaborates with HTC to launch Instructional VR Resource Centre for Food Safety

Posted on by Taipei Medical University

Taipei Medical University (TMU), in collaboration HTC Corporation (HTC), established its Instructional VR Resource Center for Food Safety. Aiming at improving food safety across Taiwan, this Center brings in VR technology and high-quality training content to the University’s food safety education and promotes the digitization of Taiwan’s food processing industry. This collaborative project between TMU and HTC stemmed from their ongoing partnership of talent development of food safety professionals using innovative technology.

TMU established the first College of Nutrition in Taiwan in 2016 and the first School of Food Safety a year later. As the only such establishment in Taiwan, TMU School of Food Safety is dedicated to the training and education of future practitioners and professionals in the modern food industry.

Associate Professor Hui-Ting Yang from the TMU School of Food Safety applies virtual reality to the courses she teaches, which allows future food safety professionals to virtually experience the workflow involved in a number of a work environment.. Take the VR kitchen for instance, training modules includes food materials inspection, food preparation, cooking procedure and food serving. Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points can also be incorporated into the observation training, and simulated food serving stress and fires in the kitchen can also be incorporated for contingency response training. Trainees can accumulate a large amount of authentic experience within a short period of time and acquire the skills and abilities necessary to adapt to their workplace. Moreover, this training approach effectively prevents errors and subsequent business losses caused by their lack of familiarity with the operations.

Raymond Pao, Senior Vice President of HTC, said, “The VR scenario simulation training has been implemented in teaching and learning in various types of businesses and schools. Through immersive learning experience, it can simulate real emergencies and reinforce correct contingency response capability in students. Students can also use HTC’s Virti 360 VR platform to easily create their own VR teaching materials. They can quickly produce all kinds of VR content according to their learning syllabus. Through industry-academia collaboration, relevant teaching materials can be imported into the employee training program of domestic smart food factories. Employees can then practice relevant SOP in simulated VR scenarios as and when required to strengthen their learning effectiveness, thus benefitting the domestic food safety industry and talent development.”

Speaking about the collaboration, Professor Yue-Hwa Chen, Director of TMU School of Food Safety, said, “I am very pleased to collaborate with HTC’s VIVE Medical VR Division to build the first Instructional VR Resource Center for Food Safety in Taiwan. We are constantly thinking about how to increase the learning interest and effectiveness of students. The integration with VR technology has given us new ideas in our course designs and how we advise Taiwan’s food processing factories to continuously transform their operation, improve work quality, and enhance staff development with help of technology.”

TMU’s international service club launched online services in 2021

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As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, Taipei Medical University shows its presence in international pandemic prevention. The TMU FLYoung International Service Club has launched online services in place of its annual healthcare services to the Kingdom of Cambodia. It will continue to assist with improving local health care and water resources in order to fulfill the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of eliminating inequalities in health and education.

Due to the shrinking of medical resources around the world as a result of the pandemic, the situations in disadvantaged and remote villages have worsened. In 2021, TMU FLYoung have successively accumulated masks, forehead thermometers and other supplies to donate to Cambodia to help with pandemic prevention. Since the team is unable to provide medical and health education activities in person, it has instead adopted online courses on “the respiratory system”, “pandemic prevention” and other important pandemic related topics urgently needed by the locals.

Huang Shao-Hua, a fourth-year student of the TMU College of Medicine, is the leader of this service team. He indicated that 2021 summer service is mainly divided into two major targets: the Cambodia-Taiwan Education Program (CTEP) and the Sunshine Classroom. The CTEP mainly trains local seed teachers in English and computer information. As with previous years, the Sunshine Classroom teaches topics such as trauma care and understanding of the digestive system. However, this year, it will also focus on the respiratory system and share Taiwan’s experience in pandemic prevention. It will also include the concept of “isolation”, emphasize not eating or being together with those who are symptomatic, and observing social distancing. These are essential pandemic prevention measures for Cambodia, where the pandemic is worsening.

With 109 student clubs, TMU has one of the most diverse student activity landscape among universities in Taiwan. 15 of these clubs provide services such as free clinics and medical and health education activities in remote villages at home and abroad. Although many clubs are unable to dispatch their service teams because of the pandemic, the students’ passion for service has not diminished. Some clubs have adopted online operations in the hope of doing their part in global pandemic prevention and medical education.

Chinese Culture University devoted to promotion of digital transformation and innovation

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Digital transformation and internationalization provide a great opportunity for businesses in Taiwan and Asia to grow and sustain global competition. In response to the government’s action plan and policies to improve the performance of domestic, overseas corporations and businesses sponsored by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and the Ministry of Science and Technology, Chinese Culture University established the Institute for Innovation Economy with an aim to offer cutting-edge research and business solutions on industry innovation and sustainable system development. Led by Prof. Min-Ren Yan with the forward-looking insights on the global economy from United Nations Development Program and Asian Productivity Organization, MIT’s System Dynamics affiliate, the institute has periodically published research paper series and books on sustainable system development (SSD) and applications of cloud computing supported management science in an attempt to provide suggestions and recommendations for new or innovative business models. The institute has leading expertise in (1) promoting global brands and business innovation (market development), (2) management system for startups and digital transformation (operational excellence), (3) enterprise asset management and human capital development (talent development).

CCU College of Law Pave

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Chinese Culture University College of Law was established in 1962. It is a well-known law school with a long history in Taiwan and has cultivated countless numbers of outstanding legal talents. Currently, Chinese Culture University College of Law offers various degrees, including LL.B., LL.M., Professional LL.M., and PhD. It is a private university law school having the second largest number of students in Taiwan. Chinese Culture University College of Law has more than 30 full-time faculty and more than 60 adjunct professors who are judges, lawyers, and experts in the industry. Our faculty are not only dedicated to conducting academic research and instructing Master’s and PhD theses, but they also participate in the enactment of laws and provide industry, government, and academic institutions social services and other legal matters. In recent years, in order to cultivate corporate legal and financial talents, we held the “Financial Law and Corporate Innovation and Management Conference” annually, which has earned a fairly high academic reputation in the financial law sector.

Chinese Culture University College of Law has performed outstandingly amongst the nation’s competitive law schools in Taiwan and has won the following recent awards:

★Top 10 Colleges of Liberal Arts, Law, and Business in Taiwan－2020 Global View Monthly.

★Top 8 Colleges of Liberal Arts, Law, and Business in Taiwan－2018 Global View Monthly.

★Best College for its Law and Politics Departments － Recommended by Global View Monthly in 2016.

★Featured Department for the Best University Guide－2015 CommonWealth Magazine in 2015.

★Gold Medal in the “Law/Politics Field” with six well-known universities in Taiwan, including National Taiwan University and National Cheng Chi University by the “Survey on Corporate’s Favorite Graduate School ” －2014 Global View Monthly published.

TMU joins Elementary Schools to promote knowledge of dementia

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Led by Professor Yi-Hsin Hsu as the Principal Investigator, Taipei Medical University worked with a group of elementary schools to improve students’ understanding of aging and dementia. Asking the students to compile a book on the life stories of their grandparents, the program enhanced the grandparent-grandchild relationship while promoting neuroscience and disseminating current scientific knowledge on dementia, a major neurological brain disease.

Through the partnerships with Ruifang Elementary School and Yifang Elementary School in New Taipei City and Zhongxiao Elementary School in Taipei City, over 200 students and their families participated. A total of 50 students were selected to present their outstanding work at TMU in May 2021.

Principal Chuan-Chuan Lu of Ruifang Elementary School pointed out that the life story book project was very meaningful. In the writing of the storybook, the dialogue with grandparents has enhanced family interaction and deepened relationships.

Dean Li-Juing Wu of the College of Education at the National Taipei University of Education, who participated in the review, said that history is not only found in textbooks; it is also the living history spoken from the mouths of grandparents, and this type of historical exploration is warm and can be touching.

Professor Hsu and associate professor Yang have been teaching the humanities course in TMU since 2014. The course integrated assignment “Life book writing for our grandparents (LB4OG)” where young people write storybooks on the life story of their elders so that the students can develop a deeper understanding of a future aging society. Over the past seven years, 400 books of family history have been created by college students. The publication of innovative assignment was accepted by the international medical education journal, Medical Education (Impact Factor 4.570, Ranking 4.8%).

This project aims to train a group of seed teachers to promote popular medical science and will continue to be jointly rolled out in more schools in the future. It is hoped that these partner elementary schools will integrate this activity into their future curriculum, facilitating the continuous dissemination of medical popular science and health knowledge.

Clinical venture and innovators assess new biomed accelerator projects in TMUxBE Accelerator’s Demo Day 2021

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The TMUxBE Accelerator’s Demo Day is the first Hospital Joint Venture in Taiwan that focuses on innovative counselling projects for smart healthcare. The exhibition of projects passing the first-phase selection was held in July 2021.

Nine biomedical start-up companies shared their experience in product development and how they accelerated business growth. These nine groups’ products span fields from AI disease prediction, AI smart co-employment, and smart wearable devices, to big data analysis platforms, peritoneal dialysis platforms, lung disease care, and biotechnology analysis reagents.

In addition to showcasing actual results, this event also promoted the upcoming Market Expansion Pilot Trial. US Partner Christine Winoto, Executive Director of UCSF Rosenman Institute in the United States; and Japan Partner Yujiro Maeda, Co-director of Japan Biodesign & Co-founder of Premo Partner, were invited to participate and facilitate overseas expansion of Taiwan’s medical startup teams.

The TMU Biomed Accelerator is the first international-level innovative medical university accelerator in Taiwan, targeting three major themes including digital medicine, artificial intelligence and medical equipment.

Taking advantage of TMU healthcare system’s resources and exoertise, the Biomed Accelerator guides start-up teams in developing strategies for product clinical trials to accelerate commercialization of their research outcomes and linkage with the international ecosystem.