Taipei and New Taipei City government officials are aiming to have the first phase of the Wanhua-Jungho-Shulin Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) line completed and opened by 2027, following the arrival of the first train set yesterday. 
The 22km-long Light Green Line would connect four densely populated districts in Taipei and New Taipei City: Wanhua (萬華), Jhonghe (中和), Tucheng (土城) and Shulin (樹林). 
The first phase of the project would connect Wanhua and Jhonghe districts, with Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Chukuang (莒光) being the terminal stations. 
The two municipalities jointly hosted a ceremony for the first train to be used on the line, which was produced by Paris-based rolling stock manufacturer Alstom SA and assembled in Brazil. 
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an (蔣萬安), New Taipei City Mayor Hou You-yi (侯友宜), lawmakers and city officials attended the ceremony and boarded the train. 
The train was transported across the Atlantic Ocean and transited through Singapore before arriving in Taipei, Chiang told reporters.
The delivery demonstrates that the two cities are on track to complete the construction of the line on time, he said. 
“Taipei will work to have the first phase of the project completed by 2027, a goal that I share with Mayor Hou. The line would facilitate travel from Chiang Kai-shek Hall to Wanhua, Yonghe  (永和), Jhonghe, Tucheng and business development along the line,” Chiang said. 
When the Wanhua-Jungho section opens, the commute time from Zhonghe Senior High School to Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall would be reduced from 38 minutes to 14 minutes, Hou said.
“The line would offer a fast and satisfaction-guaranteed service. It would be an important MRT line connecting Taipei and New Taipei City when it is extended to Shulin and Huilong stations,” Hou said. 
The Taipei Department of Rapid Transit Systems said that the first phase of the project would be linked to the Tamsui-Xinyi Line (Red Line), Songshan-Xindian Line (Green Line) and Circular Line (Yellow Line).
Trains operating the line would be fully automated with medium transport capacity, the department said. 
Each train would consist of four carriages, with each carriage containing 26 seats. The train capacity would be 700 passengers at a time, it said.
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Termites play an important role as decomposers of organic matter in forests by utilizing their gut symbionts and associated carbohydrate-active enzymes (CAZymes) to digest wood materials
there is a limited understanding of the entire repertoire of CAZymes and their evolution in termite genomes
Here we identified the gene families of CAZymes in publicly available termite genomes and analyzed the evolution of abundant gene families
We found that 79 CAZyme gene families from the carbohydrate-binding module and four CAZyme classes
auxiliary activity (AA) and carbohydrate esterase (CE)
were present in termites with minor variations across termite species except for a few gene families
The gene trees of the large and conserved gene families have several groups of genes from all species
and each group encodes enzymes with complete corresponding domains
exhibited significant variations in gene numbers and experienced several losses and a few duplications
which might be related to their rich gut symbionts and newly gained functions
the overall expression of CAZymes appears to have a caste- and tissue-specific pattern
reflecting a division of labor in termite colonies
these results reveal a likely stable CAZyme repertoire in termites and pave the way for further research on the functional contribution of termites to wood digestion
although the gene is still not characterized
With the advent of omics technologies, including genomics and transcriptomics, the CAZyme genes have been comprehensively investigated in several termite species (<a href="#ref74">Yuki et al., 2008</a>; <a href="#ref60">Tartar et al., 2009</a>; <a href="#ref75">Zhang et al., 2012</a>; <a href="#ref53">Poulsen et al., 2014</a>; <a href="#ref37">Korb et al., 2015</a>; <a href="#ref22">Geng et al., 2018</a>; <a href="#ref58">Shigenobu et al., 2022</a>)
a systematic analysis of the evolution of the CAZyme gene families is still lacking
Currently genomes of 5 termite species belonging to four of the seven termite families are publicly available
including Zootermopsis nevadensis in Archotermopsidae
Reticulitermes speratus and Coptotermes formosanus in Rhinotermitidae
The former four termite species are wood-feeding lower termites
natalensis is a fungus cultivating higher termites
we take advantage of these publicly available genomes to compare the digestion enzyme repertoire in five termite species to reveal the duplications and losses of CAZymes of termite origin during termite evolution
We used Notung, which takes a non-dated species tree and the constructed gene trees as input to infer gene duplication and loss for large gene families. The phylogenetic relationships of the five termite species were inferred from a previously published study (<a href="#ref9">Bucek et al., 2019</a>). The duplication and losses were inferred with the rearrange model for reconciliation at a 90% threshold to reduce the penalty of low supported branches (<a href="#ref19">Durand et al., 2005</a>)
which was reported in the previous genome but without annotation
which accounts for approximately half of the identified genes
GH is the second largest class followed by AA
Figure 1. The identified gene numbers of CAZyme classes in different termite species based on a phylogeny inferred from published research (<a href="#ref9">Bucek et al., 2019</a>)
the bar plots present the total gene numbers of four main CAZyme classes
as well as the BUSCO completeness of the genomes used in this study
The different gene numbers of GH gene families (middle-left panel)
AA (bottom-right panel) are present along with the phylogeny of the top panel
is present in termites with one copy in each species
we observed seven groups of CBM in termites
Most gene families in CAZyme classes have a few but relatively stable gene numbers across the five termite species
We selected the abundant or highly variable gene families in each class for further phylogenetic analysis
we constructed the gene trees for the following gene families: GT1
and AA3 (C) inferred from corresponding identified proteins with IQ-TREE
The ids in the phylogenies are the ids of identified genes for R
speratus (starting with RS) and Macrotermes natalensis (starting with MN)
Cf) and related protein ids for the rest three species
The numbers in the gene trees represent bootstrap values for branch support; the numbers along the grey curves around the gene trees indicate the group numbers of each gene family
Similarly, in the AA class, the AA1 gene tree contains nine groups, of which eight groups have one gene from most species and one group contains only two gene copies of Z. nevadensis (<a href="#SM1">Supplementary Figure S4</a>). The gene tree of AA3 is more complex, where most groups and subgroups contain one gene copy from each species with some groups that lack genes from one or two species (<a href="#fig2">Figure 2C</a>)
several groups of AA3 have multiple copies (up to nine) from C
In the CBM modules, most groups in the CBM14 gene tree contain only one copy from each species, although a few groups lack 1&#x2013;2 species or have two copies from the same species (<a href="#SM1">Supplementary Figure S4</a>)
secundus clustered together in a subgroup in the gene tree have dual C-terminal and N-terminal domains
Figure 3. The domain structure (identified by searching the InterPro database with InterProScan, colored boxes) of GH1 (A) and GT1 (B) aligned to related gene trees from <a href="#fig2">Figure 2</a>. The x axis represents the length of the predicted proteins. Different numbers along the grey lines next to the gene phylogenies indicate the group numbers from <a href="#fig2">Figure 2</a>
the proteins in other groups of GT31 have one galactosyltransferase
which have two galactosyltransferase domains
Bcl2&#x02212;/adenovirus E1B nineteen kDa-interacting protein 2 and Divergent CRAL/TRIO domain
We analyzed the duplications and losses of relatively large gene families to explore the evolution of identified gene families. Overall, the large gene families had large gene numbers in the common ancestor of the selected species with numerous losses and only a few duplications at most branches (<a href="#fig4">Figure 4</a>)
Most duplications were found in the AA3 and GT1 gene families in Z
five duplications of GH1 and AA3 were found in R
most selected gene families had one duplication in the ancestor of R
Figure 4. The inferred duplications and losses of selected gene families (left-up panel). Numbers in red represent duplications and numbers in blue represent losses. The duplications and losses were inferred by Notung with the species tree in <a href="#fig1">Figure 1</a> and related gene trees in <a href="#fig2">Figure 2</a>
As most of the examined CAZyme gene families had limited gene duplications in termites
we analyzed the collinearity and duplication modes of the gene families that experienced several duplications
nevadensis are located in a collinear block
formosanus are dispersed in multiple contigs
The inferred collinearity and duplication modes of GT1 (A)
Gene ids in red represent tandem duplications
Gene ids in blue indicate proximal duplications
Gene ids in black represent dispersed duplications
The grey links show the collinear blocks between the scaffolds/contigs from different species that containing identified genes; the red links show the collinear blocks containing identified genes in the referred gene families
The collinearity analysis was performed at protein level
The overall sequence similarity of the genes in the GT1
The average sequence similarities for the dispersed
and tandem duplications of these three gene families are 46.89%
Though the average similarities of different duplication types differ among these three gene families
the dispersed duplications have the lowest sequence similarity (AA3
the proximal duplications of GT1 and GH1 have slightly higher sequence similarities (GT1
55.27%) than the corresponding tandem duplications (GT1
the tandem duplications of AA3 have a higher sequence similarity (62.15%) than its proximal duplications (54.50%)
a GH30_1 (RS014869) showed a specific expression in the head of workers and reproductives
and GH16_4 (RS100018) had higher expression in the body of workers than the reproductives and soldiers
Another GH1 (RS004624) had a specific high expression in the body parts of female reproductives
we observed increased expression levels of three GH22 genes (RS014698
and RS100023) in the body parts of soldiers
Figure 6. The expression of a number of identified CAZymes in R. speratus mentioned in the manuscript. R, reproductives, S, soldiers, W, workers, M, males, F, females, H, heads, B, body (throax+abdomen). The original data is from a previously published study (<a href="#ref58">Shigenobu et al., 2022</a>) and the expression data are presented as log10(cpm&#x2009;+&#x2009;1)
we observed an increased expression of one AA1 (RS002049)
one GT1 (RS001802) in the bodies of all castes
A slightly overall higher expression of one AA1 (RS004166) was also found in both bodies and heads of soldiers than in the other two castes
we found a high expression of RS004136 in the bodies of workers and reproductives
we found increased expression levels of one GH1 (RS012436) in the heads of workers
two GH1s (RS004137 and RS100007) and one AA1 (RS002050) in the heads of all castes
which might be related to the various gene groups of the gene family in termites
Interestingly, we found several losses but a few duplications in different termites, while a large gene number in the termite ancestor. Along with the collinearity blocks, these losses might be the consequence of the functional redundancy of gene duplicates during termite evolution. The retained GT1 genes during termite evolution might gain additional functions other than detoxification, such as olfaction in Bombyx mori (<a href="#ref26">Huang et al., 2008</a>)
which could be supported by higher expression of certain GT1 genes observed in the head than the body of R
why the higher termite lost these genes is yet to be investigated
it would be necessary to investigate their expression patterns through different developmental stages to provide insights into their roles in termite development
previously found in other insects are present in termites
including five groups having a single copy and three groups having duplicates
suggests conserved functions of GH18 genes
the continual loss of GH18s in termites indicates the reshaping of the gene families during evolution
as also supported by the presence of fragmented domains in GH18 proteins
we found one group of termite GH18s does not cluster together with any classified groups
which might be due to the misplacement of the group in the gene phylogeny as shown with a low support value
a comprehensive understanding of its evolution would require further analysis with a larger size of termite genomes
Among the other CAZyme gene classes, AA is related to lignocellulose digestion. A large number of AA3, which are closely related FAD-dependent enzymes required for class II peroxidases to oxidize lignin (<a href="#ref41">Levasseur et al., 2013</a>)
suggest their involvement in wood-feeding in termites
The observed losses during termite evolution suggest potential compensation by the termite symbionts in lignin degradation
we found relatively constant gene numbers of AA1
ferroxidase and laccase-like multicopper oxidase in all termites
suggesting their conserved role in termite digestion
The NCBI datasets presented in this study can be found in online repositories. The names of the repository/repositories and accession number(s) can be found at: <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/-">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/-</a>
SH conceived this study and analyzed the data
All authors contributed to the writing and revision of the manuscript
SH is supported by the Foundation of Chongqing Normal University (no
22XLB028) and Natural Science Foundation of Chongqing (no
AC is financed by &#x201C;EVA 4.0&#x201D; (no
CZ.02.1.01/0.0/0.0/16 019/0000803) by the OP RDE and &#x201C;Excellent Team Grants&#x201D; (2023&#x2013;2024) from the Faculty of Forestry and Wood Sciences
BJ is supported by Anhui Provincial Key Laboratory of Molecular Enzymology and Mechanism of Major Diseases in Anhui Normal University (no
fzmx202007) and Special Funds for Supporting Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Returned Oversea-students in Anhui Province (no
Czech University of Life Sciences for his constructive comments in the earlier version of the manuscript
We appreciate the helpful feedback provided by the reviewers and especially the handling editor
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today announced that Hitachi Yungtay Elevator Co.
a Taiwan-based subsidiary of Hitachi engaged in the manufacturing
and maintenance of elevators and escalators
has received an order for all 147 elevators and escalators from Department of Rapid Transit Systems
Taipei City Government for the second phase of the Taipei Rapid Transit System (hereafter Taipei MRT*1) Wanda-Zhonghe-Shulin Line
This order is the largest-ever one for elevators and escalators for the Hitachi Group in Taiwan and also the largest-ever one thatHitachi Yungtay Elevator has received since it was established in 1966 as Yungtay Engineering Co.
Hitachi Yungtay Elevator will install 41 large-capacity machine-room-less elevators with load capacities of 1,600 kg and 2,000 kg
and 106 escalators at all 13 stations and one substation to be constructed in the second phase of theWanda-Zhonghe-Shulin Line
All elevators will be equipped with the earthquake emergency operation function*2 toensure safety and security for users
Chairman of Hitachi Yungtay Elevator said &ldquo;We are committed to a safety-first philosophy aiming to provide high quality products and services by adopting the meticulous management methods that Hitachi has developed in Japan
Hitachi Yungtay Elevator will continue to focus on large
high-grade projects providing safe and diverse services.&rdquo;
Outline of the Taipei Metro Wanda-Zhonghe-Shulin Line
the Taipei MRT and other railroads have developed rapidly inrecent years to meet the high population density and transportation demand
and many line expansion plans are under consideration
The Taipei MRT Wanda- Zhonghe-Shulin Line spans Taipei City
The first phase involves 9 stations with a total length of 9.5 km and the second phase involves 13 stations (2 underground and 11 elevated) with a total length of 13.3 km
The entire line is scheduled to be completed in 2031
Characteristics of the Elevators and Escalators Ordered
Hitachi Yungtay Elevator received an order for all elevators and escalators to be installed at all 13 stations and onesubstation to be constructed in the second phase of the Wanda-Zhonghe- Shulin Line
The earthquake that struck off the coast of eastern Taiwan on April 3
and the multiple aftershocks that followed have heightened interest in the safety of elevator users during earthquakes in Taiwan
All elevators to be delivered this time will be equipped with an earthquake emergency operation function
Theelevator car will stop at the nearest floor when it detects an earthquake of a certain strength or more
opening the cardoors to prevent users from being trapped
Escalators are also equipped with a function that smoothly stops the operation when an earthquake occurs
Hitachi&rsquo;s Elevators and Escalators Business in Taiwan
Hitachi Yungtay Elevator is the largest elevator and escalator company in Taiwan
leading the Taiwanese elevator andescalator industry since its establishment as Yungtay in 1966
Hitachi formed a business alliance with Yungtay shortly after its establishment and invested in the company in 1968
After more than 50 years of continuous collaboration
it became a consolidated subsidiary in 2020*3 and a wholly owned subsidiary in 2022
changing its name to Hitachi Yungtay Elevator*4
Outline of Specifications of Elevators Ordered
and different exits are used depending on the floor on which the elevator stops
Outline of Specifications of Escalators Ordered
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the 22.8-kilometre medium-capacity metro line will enable seamless connections between Taipei and New Taipei
  Alstom will supply 35 Metropolis metro trains
  Alstom collaborates with CTCI Engineering on project management and system integration
a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility
today announced the successful delivery of the first fully automated
four-car Metropolis train to the Department of Rapid Transit Systems
The 22.8-kilometre medium-capacity metro line will enable seamless connections between Taipei and New Taipei City
reducing travel time by 30 minutes once fully operational
Passengers will benefit from more convenient travel between districts in New Taipei City
<a href="https://mma.prnasia.com/media2/2554903/Alstom_Wanda.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"></a>Officials from Taipei City
and Alstom at the first train handover ceremony of the Wanda Zhonghe Shulin Line
The handover ceremony was held at Jin-Cheng Depot and jointly hosted by Chiang Wan-an
Representatives from the Bureau Fran&ccedil;ais de Taipei
and Taiwanese engineering and contracting services company CTCI were also in attendance
we are not just building a metro line; we are enhancing connectivity
This project is a significant step forward in our commitment to improving public transport and fostering economic growth for the communities we serve.&quot;
&quot;We are delighted to deliver the first fully automated Metropolis train for the Wanda Zhonghe Shulin Line,&quot; said Toby Tiberghien
&quot;This milestone reflects our ongoing commitment to enhancing Taiwan's urban mobility
Our state-of-the-art trains will significantly improve connectivity between Taipei and New Taipei City
providing passengers a more efficient and seamless travel experience.&quot;
the Alstom-led consortium was awarded a contract to provide an integrated metro system by the Systemwide E&amp;M Project Office
Department of Rapid Transit Systems of Taipei City Government (SEMPO)
is 9.5 km long with 9 stations and Phase Two
covers an additional 13.3km with 13 stations
Alstom will supply 35 Metropolis metro trains
the Urbalis Communications Based Train Control (CBTC) driverless signalling system
the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system
Alstom and CTCI will collaborate on project management and system integration
The Metropolis metro trainset is manufactured at Alstom's industrial unit in Taubat&eacute;
will be a game-changer for commuters in Taipei and further cements Alstom's commitment to Taiwan
where it has maintained an active presence for over 40 years
With over 50 years' experience and over 90 systems in commercial service worldwide
Alstom is the global leader and a trusted partner to deliver integrated turnkey rail systems customised for every mobility need
The new metros for Taiwan are part of Alstom's market-leading Metropolis metro solutions
designed to keep cities breathing for over 60 years
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Alstom delivered the first driverless metro systems for Taichung City and successfully introduced its world-proven Citadis Tramway to Kaohsiung City
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Text description provided by the architects. Liuba is located in the south of the Qinling Mountains, experiencing four distinct seasons and pleasant weather. As the entrance to Liuba Mountain Scenic Area, the service center is located in a mountain lap in Liuba County. It mainly contains reception and consultation, public toilets, cultural and creative products sales, and a book bar not only providing a place for rest for the villagers, but also showcasing a strong sense of openness.
© Yilong Zhao</a>Used by the public - Being public is a constant concern and discussion in our works, and the same goes to this architecture. There are few areas outside, and most of the space is open for people to sit and chat or walk randomly around, with a public toilet that opens 24-7. In the evenings, many residents who live around would stay and chat. We want the completion of the building a commencement rather than a closure, and only frequent use can make it public.
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modern facility where residents can bring more of their daily activities
the dongshan public toilet breaks away from stereotypical layouts of such designs
with its functions split into: male toilets
and rest waiting seats; and then recombined into independent functional blocks
located in a small triangular area, with village roads on two sides, a river and public square nearby, and a tall cedar tree on site which has been kept in place, <a href=http://hzshulin.com/ target=_blank rel="noopener noreferrer">shulin architectural design</a>&lsquo;s dongshan public toilet acts as a place for communication and gathering
the architects found that functions have become more diversified after their separation: the sink has become a place for villagers to wash vegetables and groceries; the waiting area becomes a place to chitchat; and the gray space under the roof becomes a public space where people can walk freely
the toilet has acquired a more open character
serving a greater social function similar to that of a public station.&nbsp;
the several blocks of the facility are integrated with the ground and randomly distributed
with a blurred spatial orientation that allows people to traverse the space in a free
most of the structure is built in washed stone mixed with gray medium-grain stones
while dozens of white steel columns also irregularly distributed and interspersed between the gaps of the blocks
constrained by a tight construction budget
the project has not been fully materialized to its initial architectural design
yet the core concept of the plan has been implemented successfully
architect: <a href=http://hzshulin.com/ target=_blank rel="noopener noreferrer">shulin architectural design</a>
client: people&rsquo;s government of heshang town
on-site control: he jiangang (plain architecture)
construction drawing design: hangzhou tianyuan architectural design
construction unit: zhejiang xiaojian group co
AXOR presents three bathroom concepts that are not merely places of function
but destinations in themselves — sanctuaries of style
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Communicating the vital role of freshwater ecosystems
Images can be powerful through their impact or beauty or illustrate an environmental or conservation story that reveals the importance of wetlands for nature and/or for people
Shulin Yu (China) highlights the plight of migrating seabirds caught in illegal nets
Discover the incredible stories of life on our planet through powerful photography and expert insight
Shulin has been engaged in photography for more than 10 years
His images capture extraordinary moments in nature
from the warm embrace of a polar bear mother and son on a glacier to a thrilling hunt on the African grassland
his image Pursuit won the third prize in the Natural Category of the National Geographic Global Photography Competition in China and in 2022 his photograph titled Hunting won the Mammal Group Prize in the China Wildlife Imaging Annual Competition
spread awareness of important issues and nurture a global love for nature
Lucky player in Shulin District won 6th highest jackpot in Super Lotto history
Taiwan Lottery branch where winning Super Lotto ticket was issued on Monday
16487TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — &nbsp;A lucky Taiwan Lottery player has won the Super Lotto NT$2 billion (US$61 million) jackpot.&nbsp;
The NT$2,007,288,888 win was the sixth-highest jackpot in Super Lotto history
the actual payout is approximately NT$1.6 billion
a player must be able to match all six numbers from 1 to 38 in the first row of the ticket and the one number between 1 and 8 in the second section
The draws are held twice weekly on Mondays and Thursdays at 8:30 p.m
The winning numbers and the latest Super Lottery jackpot are on the <a class="ck-inline-link" style="color:#9D6E27;font-size:18px;text-decoration:underline;" href="https://www.taiwanlottery.com/lotto/result/super_lotto638" target="_blank">Taiwan Lottery website</a>.&nbsp;
Taiwan Super Lotto prize soars to NT$2 billion
4 NT$10 million Special Prizes in Taiwan receipt lottery still unclaimed
8 NT$10 million Special Prizes in Taiwan receipt lottery still unclaimed
Taiwan receipt lottery reveals winning numbers for March-April
3 NT$10 million Special Prizes in Taiwan receipt lottery still unclaimed
A DR2800 series diesel locomotive enters Shulin Station in New Taipei City yesterday on its final run before being decommissioned by the Taiwan Railways Administration
are no longer to be used due to the widening of railway lines in eastern Taiwan
Surrounded by the looming landscape of <a href=https://www.designboom.com/tag/chinese-architecture/ >China</a>&lsquo;s Shaanxi Province, the Liuba Mountain Scenic Area has been built by <a href="https://www.designboom.com/tag/shulin-architectural-design/#:~:text=shulin%20architectural%20design%20insists%20on,and%20explore%20new%20areas%20of">Shulin Architects</a> as a gateway to the Qinling Mountains
The newly completed visitor center by Shulin Architects serves as a threshold between contemporary architecture and nature
the team&rsquo;s first visit to the site uncovered a backdrop of mist-draped mountains
two horizontal red brick structures gracefully adorned the landscape
The resulting atmosphere is defined by the surrounding mountains
and thus evokes an immersive sense of tranquility
The main design decisions pulled from this first encounter were the structure&rsquo;s axis and its connection to the mountainous terrain
Inheriting the essence of the site&rsquo;s original texture and axis, Shulin Architects&rsquo; new visitor center at once celebrates modernity while preserving the heritage of the Liuba Mountain Scenic Area. By organizing the space along the mountain&rsquo;s axis, the <a href=http://www.hzshulin.com/index.html target=_blank rel=noopener>architects</a> thoughtfully accommodate functional elements such as restrooms
A creative partitioning delineates functional zones
meandering road weaves throughout the building
a reception area with a semi-outdoor public space beckons
further enhancing the harmonious connection between the architecture and its surroundings
The building is dissecting into its main elements &mdash; roof
Three expansive roofs &mdash; housing public reception
and public restrooms &mdash; are interwoven yet distinct
reminiscent of traditional Chinese wooden structures
reveals itself as a dance of wooden trusses evolving across different scales
The resultant spatial configuration is characterized by a trio of wooden roof trusses forming an intricate harmony
A deliberate and cohesive material palette showcases the architectural symphony&rsquo;s diverse elements
The upper portion of the structure is imbued with warm tones
while the lower part predominates in shades of gray
The selection of materials &mdash; ranging from small Douglas fir plywood to red cedar shingles and bamboo formwork cast-in-place concrete &mdash; creates an interplay of textures and colors
Glass brick walls contribute a touch of cold gray
offering a delicate equilibrium between warmth and coolness
This meticulous material selection culminates in a rich
tactile experience that forms the foundation of the building&rsquo;s sensory impact
 rusticated stone walls infuse picturesque textures into the modern design the building is enclosed by slanting timber roofsprograms are separated by outdoor courtyards to encourage a connection with nature
glass block walls add an element of lightness to the heavy stone walls
elevated stairways meander throughout the modular buildings
concrete is cast with bamboo formwork for a unique
project title:&nbsp;Multifunctional Service Center
architecture:&nbsp;<a href=http://www.hzshulin.com/index.html target=_blank rel=noopener>Shulin Architectural Design</a>
5038TAIPEI (Taiwan News) &mdash; The New Taipei City Department of Health on Thursday (Feb
10) announced that 13 migrant workers at Taiwanese Apple supplier Career Technology Co
(嘉聯益) and one Taiwanese worker have tested positive for COVID
9) the company announced that a female foreign worker in her 20s at its electronics factory in New Taipei City&#39;s Shulin District had tested positive for COVID
The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) initially directed the local health department to test 150 coworkers
including those from the dormitory where the case lives
The testing was soon expanded to 1,762 employees in the factory area and residents of the dormitory
the health department announced that 14 people have tested positive thus far
13 of whom are migrant workers and one is a Taiwanese man from Taoyuan who works for a third-party supplier
The Taiwanese man had been in contact with personnel in the production line inside the Shulin factory
The health department has expanded contact tracing
is conducting an epidemiological investigation
and is carrying out disinfection of the factory area
Taiwan rail union mulls strike vote in protest against vouchers
Yunlin invites public to National Day fireworks rehearsal in central Taiwan
Taiwan to simulate impact of magnitude 7.3 earthquake
Pilot who ejected from Taiwan fighter jet recovering well
NEW TAIPEI (TVBS News) — New Taipei City Mayor Hou Yu-ih (侯友宜) announced on Thursday (March 6) that the city government will take over the MRT Tucheng (土城) to Shulin (樹林) line project
The Department of Rapid Transit Systems (新北市政府捷運局) confirmed that a platform meeting has been established to facilitate the handover process for this critical infrastructure.The Tucheng-Shulin MRT line spans 13.3 kilometers and features two underground stations and 11 elevated stations
The New Taipei City's Rapid Transit Department reported that construction for the Tucheng underground section
commenced on March 1 last year and is currently undergoing pipeline relocation
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Editor’s note: A Chinese photographer born in 1954
Ren Shulin is known for his documentary-style photos of Beijing high school life in the late 1970s and 1980s
I found out China was to resume the gaokao college entrance exam in the summer of 1977
When I heard the Beijing Film Academy was planning to recruit students
Later that year I joined the China Coal Research Institute as a photographer
a colleague of mine suggested I make a last-minute trip to a testing site
three years after the founding of the People’s Republic
It was later suspended for the duration of the bloody and chaotic Cultural Revolution (1966-1976)
a time when college admissions decisions were made based on an applicant’s class background rather than his or her academic performance
a symbolic move as the country sought to put the preceding decade’s upheaval behind it
I visited China’s Department of Higher Education and informed them I wished to formally photograph the exam
I located an old Leica camera with a quiet shutter
selected a pair of cloth shoes that wouldn’t clack against the classroom floors
and hemmed my pants to allow for easier movement
I still felt pang of guilt for peeping in on what might be the most important day of my subjects’ lives
I photographed the exam on several occasions over the course of the early 1980s
but its original date — July 7 to July 9 — has always held a special meaning to me
Staring at face after face all those years ago
the sounds of cicadas chirping in the background
I remember feeling like I’d lost all sensation
like I was floating on a wave as it carried me to some unknown land
more than 10 million students are scheduled to take the gaokao
I hope it takes them where they want to go
Translator: Mo Yaoxin; editors: Wu Huiyuan and Kilian O’Donnell
(Header image: Students fill out their exams in Beijing
<a href="https://www2.mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk/">MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology</a>
One of the world&#039;s leading research institutes
our scientists are working to advance understanding of biological processes at the molecular level - providing the knowledge needed to solve key problems in human health
The airways in our lungs are kept clear of mucus by the rhythmic beating motion of slender cellular extensions called cilia. This motion is known to be driven by dynein molecular motors, but it hasn’t been clear how the dyneins are delivered into the cilia after assembly in the cell cytoplasm. Using a unicellular ciliate model organism, Tetrahymena, <a href="https://www2.mrc-lmb.cam.ac.uk/group-leaders/a-to-g/andrew-carter/">Andrew Carter’s group</a>
that packages these molecular motors for delivery
Outer dynein arms (ODAs) are arranged along the cytoskeletal scaffold of cilia and pull on microtubules to make them slide and bend
ODAs are first assembled in the cell cytoplasm and then must be delivered into the cilia
Genetic defects affecting ODA assembly or delivery can lead to a severe lung disease called Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia or to infertility
due to the role played by dyneins in the motion of sperm tails
Girish observed two additional factors bound to the ODAs
One of these factors was found to inactivate the ODA motor and lock its three arms together
so allowing unimpeded delivery of dyneins to the cilia
The team named this factor Shulin as it means “one that holds the trident” in Sanskrit
helped determine a highly resolved cryo-EM structure of Shulin bound to ODAs to see how it held the arms together making this investigation span multiple scales of biology
from the level of single-celled ciliated organisms to the atomic scale
Development of therapies for conditions caused by defects in ODA delivery or assembly will require a molecular understanding of the underlying causes
The identification of Shulin as a key protein that allows unimpeded delivery of dynein motors to the cilia is a step towards this
this study uncovers a novel inhibitory mechanism by which Shulin inactivates the dynein motor
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<a href="http://www.christiedigital.com/en-us/pages/default.aspx">Christie</a>, a leader in creating and sharing the world’s best visual and audio experiences, is pleased to announce that <a href="https://www.showtimes.com.tw/">Showtime Cinemas</a> is opening its second “all Christie” cineplex in Taiwan
featuring state-of-the-art cinema projection and immersive audio technologies
Located at Shulin District in New Taipei City, the 12-hall Shulin Showtime Cinemas is this leading cinema chain’s 10th multiplex and it is well-appointed to deliver the most exciting and lifelike cinematic experience to movie-goers. The installations are undertaken and completed by Christie’s longstanding Taiwanese partner, <a href="http://www.dacoms.com.tw">Dacoms Technology</a>
with support from Showtime and Christie’s technical teams
This follows the success of Showtime Cinemas’ first “all Christie” complex in Taichung
where movie-goers have often raved on social media about the “excellent visuals and audio quality” of the auditoriums
which boasts Christie RGB laser projection in 4K resolution
“We keep getting feedback from our patrons saying how impressed they are with both the picture and sound quality
and this reinforces our belief that we have made the right decision in equipping our cinemas with Christie visual and audio solutions,” said Willy Liao
“Hence it was a no-brainer that our newest cineplex in Shulin would be completely furnished with Christie’s cinema projection and sound systems
Christie cinema projectors offer the best visuals and the unique design and amazing acoustics of Christie Vive Audio also provides unmatched surround sound for a spectacular cinematic experience.”
“As one of the leading cinema chains in Taiwan
we remain strongly committed in offering the best-in-class cinema technologies for our patrons to enjoy the finest visuals and audio
We’re confident that Christie’s highly acclaimed projection and audio solutions are perfect for deployment in our latest cineplex in Shulin
and will enable us to draw in the crowds from Shulin District and neighboring areas,” said Liao
“The decision by Showtime Cinemas to fully equip its latest cinema complex in Shulin with Christie cinema projectors and Vive Audio is a clear testimony of their high performance
I’m pleased that our team members have become more confident and proficient in carrying out the installation works
having gained much experience during the previous project in Taichung last year
we are thrilled to bring one of Christie’s vaunted RGB laser projection solutions and immersive audio technologies to cinema audiences in New Taipei City.”
“We’re delighted that Showtime Cinemas has once again chosen our cinema projection and audio solutions for its newest cineplex located in Shulin
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All state-run columbariums must strictly regulate how many visitors they host during Tomb Sweeping Day on Saturday next week to curb the spread of COVID-19
New Taipei City Mayor Hou You-yi (侯友宜) said yesterday
Hou asked people to use online worshipping services instead
which display a virtual altar for people to make offerings and say prayers
Hou said during a site visit to Shulin Life Memorial Hall (樹林生命紀念館)
a columbarium in the city’s Shulin Disrict (樹林)
Measures for admission control would be strictly implemented in state-run columbariums
which would allow only 50 visitors indoors at a time to ensure people can have 1m between them
The outbreak is likely to peak in the next two or three weeks
and while situations outside Taiwan are beyond its control
the nation can minimize the domestic spread of the virus
With 70 percent of quarantine beds already occupied
cluster infections would put a heavier burden on
Asked about his views on experts’ advice that campuses should close for two to three weeks if there are cluster infections in the city
hospitals and other public gathering spaces should all shut down if cluster infections occur
adding that allowing people to work from home is part of his response plan
measures regarding online education are already in place
but we have to plan for the worst and make the most sufficient preparations,” he said
To prevent people who have just returned to Taiwan from breaking mandatory home quarantine
the city government would cooperate with a special care committee — made up of representatives from local police offices
the Department of Health and district offices — to carry out random site checks in closed paces such as KTVs
The New Taipei City Government announced on Thursday last week that all public sports centers
activity centers and museums in the city would close for 14 days
once the workhorse of the nation’s passenger railways
the Taiwan Railways Administration (TRA) said on Saturday
The train’s final trip — from Hualien to New Taipei City’s Shulin Station (樹林)
was the first locally built train and the first in the nation to have air-conditioning
the Fu-hsing carriage has been gradually superseded by more modern carriages or high-speed trains
it is being replaced by the new EMU900 carriage
the EMU500 or the Tze-chiang limited express
One of the last routes to be modernized was the Fu-hsing 691
or the “Mystery Train,” Hualien Station manager Wu Ching-tien (吳金添) said
adding that the weekly service between Hualien and Shulin Station — a journey of 2 hours
56 minutes — departed on its last run yesterday at 2:02pm
With the introduction of the Tze-chiang train on that route
the fare is to be increased from NT$283 to NT$440
The worn Fu-hsing carriages are to be demolished
while those deemed salvageable are to be used on the South Link Line
In honor of the carriage’s decades of service
the TRA is selling 300 commemorative tickets on tomorrow’s final run from Hualien Station to Sincheng Station (新城) for NT$150
which includes an assigned seat and official TRA validation
Ma Shulin's painting "She Huo" (an ancient folk art in the worship of earth and fire) depicts numerous iconic characters in Chinese opera and myth
Ma Shulin's xuan paper painting of six tigers /Photo via China Daily 
Ma Shulin's painting "The Monkey King" /Photo via China Daily
Visitors watch Ma Shulin's figure painting works at his solo exhibition
Nan Ya PCB has disclosed plans to invest NT$8.4 billion (US$302.9 million) in building additional ABF substrate production lines at its factory site in Shulin
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The fine beer specialities have been in existence since 1690 in our castle brewery
You could experience a piece of brewing history by trying / tasting our beer
The FÜRST CARL beers are still brewed today following the traditional method
in the copper kettle in our historical brew-house
Our ingredients are natural and come from Ellingen and the surrounding region: water from our own spring
hops and malt from Ellingen and our region
With the craft of our brewers and the love of beer we create our very best Franconian beer specialties
Our beers are truly excellent and beer lovers around the world are passionate about them
If there's anybody in Kunming that is looking for a new place to go that serves good quality western food
I would like to recommend that they try F&uuml;rst Carl Hausbrauerei &amp; Schankstube
F&uuml;rst Carl is a German restaurant/brewery that has a great selection of German dishes
as well as many other kinds of western food
I personally have tried many of the items from the menu
Here are some of my own personal favourites:
The Prince Burger: This Australian Angus beef burger stacked with an egg &amp; a slice of smoked pork belly
topped with cheddar cheese &amp; drizzled with a special house-made burger sauce inside of an English muffin also comes with a side of fries
and is a great choice for anybody that has a large appetite
as well as anybody that has a preference for high protein eats...it is well deserving of the crown as the best burger in the town
The Meat Lasagna: This extra thick lasagna is stuffed with finely ground beef &amp; is smothered in swathes of warm red pasta sauce; it is a great choice for anybody that is looking to devour something decadent &amp; delicious
The Buddha Bowl: This nourishing synthesis of vegetation is a feast for the eyes as much as it is for the belly with it's healthy mix of green &amp; purple veggies
as well as crunchy clusters of roasted chickpeas
and it is filled to the brim with energizing nutrients &amp; invigorating minerals; this one is a great choice for anybody that is looking for something vegan-friendly that is clean
as well as some great sandwiches...go on and see for yourself
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A new device designed by Imperial PhD students aims to change the way HPV can be detected to reduce the impact of cervical cancer
Developed by Bioengineering PhD students Sanziana Foia and Shulin Zhang
the detection platform was created to address falling rates of HPV testing
Instead of a highly-invasive and uncomfortable swab test administered in a healthcare setting
draws on the team&rsquo;s experience of developing biosensor technology
means that menstrual blood or a shallow vaginal swab can be used to obtain the sample required for an at-home test
&ldquo;Participating in the Hackstarter competition this year enabled us to take the concept from a basic idea to developing a working prototype,&rdquo; says Papcup founder and CEO &nbsp;Sanziana Foia
&ldquo;The &pound;500 grant was enough for us to buy the equipment and chemicals to show what could be possible
will allow us to take the next steps in to advance the prototype and broaden out the range of HPV strains that we can test for
which will improve the value of the product as we continue on our mission to change the way in which these tests are delivered.&rdquo;
The idea was inspired initially by Sanziana&rsquo;s personal experience of a smear test
She wanted to see if there was a more dignified way in which the sample could be obtained in order to empower more women in the process
&ldquo;It was an uncomfortable experience and from my knowledge of biosensors and technology
I was confident that the same health information could be gathered in a less invasive way
and without the need to visit a healthcare setting &ndash; which in itself can be a barrier for many women to get tested.&rdquo;
the pair first explored whether the data from menstrual blood could identify the presence of HPV
and then how a non-invasive device could process that sample
&ldquo;We both brought our individual expertise to solve this challenge,&rdquo; says Papcup&rsquo;s Head of Biosensing Zhang
&ldquo;We are both based in Danny O&rsquo;Hare&rsquo;s group for our PhD
and during our time he has helped us become more critical thinkers and independent scientists
&nbsp;we are very proud of what we&rsquo;ve designed so far
especially as it has been done as an extra-curricular project made possible through the Hackstarter programme.&rdquo;
the pair were able to make even more use of the facilities and expertise in the Advanced Hackspace at White City
&ldquo;The community of innovators has been inspiring for us,&rdquo; adds Sanziana
&ldquo;And the Biolab has been instrumental in providing high-quality facilities and testing capacity as we made iterative changes to our detection platform in order to build our winning prototype
It&rsquo;s been a dream to work in.&rdquo;
the team were able to leverage expertise in both product design and business skills and critical thinking
This helped them further identify the reasons why HPV smear testing may have been declining in the UK
such as the shame or trauma of the invasiveness of the test
post-testing bleeding or religious or cultural reasons
&ldquo;We know that there are an increasing number of women&rsquo;s health products and technologies now being designed by women
and these are addressing the problem that many devices have been designed without empathic consideration for the women who use the products,&rdquo; add the pair
&ldquo;The challenge now is to go from prototype to deployment
&ldquo;We are passionate about using our scientific expertise to create something that would positively impact women's health and quality of life.&rdquo;
The duo are participating in the <a href="https://www.imperialenterpriselab.com/we-innovate/">2023 WE Innovate competition</a>
The final of the competition takes place on 22 June
located in the Invention Rooms at Imperial&rsquo;s White City Campus
students and local businesses to work on a range of projects
from extra-curricular activities that could lead to new ventures
through to prototyping for device design for academic advancement
The ever-expanding range of services and support at the Hackspace includes the Biolab
which the Papcup team used extensively during their project
It has tripled in size recently thanks to successfully securing investment from the President&rsquo;s Community Fund
&ldquo;We built the Biolab in response to community feedback
to create a safe wet lab in the space for groups to expand the range of &lsquo;hacking&rsquo; that they could do in relation to biomaterials and using chemicals in device design,&rdquo; says Graham Hewson
&ldquo;We&rsquo;ve tripled the space dedicated to this type of lab here following the unbelievable demand we&rsquo;ve seen
and it&rsquo;s proving popular and impactful &ndash; as evidenced by the Papcup team having made such great use of the Biolab on route to winning this year&rsquo;s Hackstarter competition.&rdquo;
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Alongside participating in this year&rsquo;s Hackstarter and WE Innovate programmes delivered through Imperial Enterprise
both women undertook their undergraduate degrees at Imperial and saw innovation at every stage of their experience
Sanziana also participated in the <a href="https://www.imperial.ac.uk/natural-sciences/education-and-teaching/fons-mad/">Faculty of Natural Sciences&rsquo;s Make-a-Difference competition</a>
which gave her the experience of critical thinking around venture creation
as well as pitching in front of high-profile individuals
She also took advantage of a number of modules run by Imperial&rsquo;s Horizons programme, including two related to making and prototyping, and entrepreneurial skills &ndash; clearly leaned on heavily by her and Shulin when developing Papcup. <a href="https://www.imperial.ac.uk/horizons/module-options/fields-of-study/">Find out more about the Horizons modules currently running.</a>
Reflecting on her experiences of innovation at Imperial
Sanziana says: &ldquo;If I&rsquo;d have tried to develop Papcup as an undergraduate without participating in these programmes
we&rsquo;d never have gotten off the ground
There&rsquo;s a level of maturity and knowledge that we&rsquo;ve taken from being a part of these activities
which also showed us how to access other resources around the College.&rdquo;
Rides from CKS Memorial Hall to Tucheng will take only 20 minutes
Phase 2 of Taipei MRT Light Green Line (left)
(Taipei City Government Department of Rapid Transit Systems photo)
4686TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Work on the second phase of Taipei Metro's Light Green Line kicked off on Thursday (March 28).&nbsp;
Work on the line, also known as the Wanda-Zhonghe-Shulin Line, has commenced and is expected to be completed in 2031, reported <a class="ck-inline-link" style="color:#9D6E27;font-size:18px;text-decoration:underline;" href="https://news.ltn.com.tw/news/life/breakingnews/4622325?fbclid=IwAR2SvZHnUyScaI9aLLpfB8biq42wjJLwVPRbgkN7rYJ7sszWewEeY24QZEM_aem_AWB_fEsWP3XnpukhjsT8yWdhg2Hc03qicrdnK6uL93oO9hYYvV3lfS---GO_qtuWtupeF_Bi5PqcCijXXFWEeaTM" target="_blank">Liberty Times</a>
New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih (侯友宜) and Taipei Deputy Mayor Lin Yi-hua (林奕華) jointly presided over the ceremony on Thursday.&nbsp;
it will take only 20 minutes from Tucheng Station to the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall Station
The new section will extend along Jincheng Road with an underground tunnel
transitioning to a section of elevated track near the Mingde Road intersection
Hou said the new section has encountered various challenges
but will span 13.3 km and 13 stations once complete
but Hou said not proceeding would result in even higher costs in the future.&nbsp;
Section CQ880A is an underground project in Tucheng
It includes two underground stations (LG09
LG10) and three sections of shield tunnels.&nbsp;
head of New Taipei's Department of Rapid Transit Systems
told UDN that after the completion of the Light Green Line
commuting from Shulin District to the core areas of Taipei and New Taipei will be shortened by half an hour.&nbsp;
In addition, Lee said the new line will allow transfers to three other MRT lines: the Blue Line (Bannan Line), Orange Line, and <a class="ck-inline-link" style="color:#9D6E27;font-size:18px;text-decoration:underline;" href="https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/news/5106977" target="_blank">Taoyuan Brown Line </a>at Tucheng Station and Huilong Station. This line will connect New Taipei's Tucheng, Shulin, and Xinzhuang Districts.&nbsp;
Taipei and Taoyuan MRT to launch joint ticket with Japan’s Keisei railway
China Airlines offering discounted Taipei MRT passes
Taipei MRT to accept credit cards and Apple Pay next year
Typhoon Gaemi forces Taipei City Wenhu MRT Line shutdown
Taipei MRT Brown Line closes for 45 minutes due to abnormality
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with a microbrewery producing distinctive beers right before your eyes
We also offer a menu filled with hearty authentic German dishes and international fare featuring current food trends
Enjoy our hot live band to compliment your wonderful night at Paulaner Kunming
but would not take anyone there for the food
The setting is very nice as well and the live music was an unexpected treat
The chef was out and about and took input both good and bad like a champ
One drawback is the inside was stiflingly hot
Luckily the outside seating is ample and comfortable
the pricing is ridiculous high but the food tastes like at a german highway restaurant
The beer is good but expensive and only a lager or a dark beer to choose from...not really a beer lovers dream
Other breweries in Kunming have more options to choose from and their starting prices are fairer
it's ok western food but way too expensive
Curious to why the prices change so frequently
metrics of success are typically focused on placement rates
the selection criteria and complexity of recruiting high-caliber candidates goes beyond good academic or career performance
Employers want lawyers with the right attributes that will ensure they are a good fit for the organization and can make an impact in their realm of expertise
an award-winning legal executive search company based in Singapore describes her firm&rsquo;s primary role as bridging the gap between lawyers and employers
&ldquo;Relationships and effective communication are the cornerstone of our success
This is something I value most in my personal life
and I encourage my team to have meaningful connections and open dialogue through our interactions with clients and candidates.&quot;
Shulin reflects on her decision to transition from the practice of law to legal recruiting
&ldquo;While I loved what I did first as a Senior Associate Lawyer and then as a Deputy Public Prosecutor
I discovered that I was most fulfilled when I was able to be out of the office
meeting people and getting to know them on a personal level
During my career journey and through discussions with peers and law firm partners
I recognized a critical need for sourcing talented lawyers
This realization inspired me to establish Singapore&#39;s first homegrown legal recruitment firm.&rdquo;
Shulin&rsquo;s oldest son is eight years old
Juggling her roles as a first-time entrepreneur and mother
Shulin recognized the challenges of navigating the delicate balance between career and family in motherhood
Shulin champions flexible work arrangements
with an aim to promote a more conducive work environment for lawyers balancing personal commitments and responsibilities outside the office
&ldquo;The best matches are made when lawyers can achieve a good balance of both financial and personal fulfillment
Our goal is clear: to maximize impact and leave a lasting mark transforming Singapore&rsquo;s work-life culture
we prioritize meaningful change and focus on fostering seamless matches that elevate careers and businesses alike&rdquo;
&ldquo;Placing candidates in positions that align with their career goals and aspirations ensures higher retention rates and greater job satisfaction
we have built our credibility over the years
and our ability to adapt to meet the evolving needs of both lawyers and clients has ensured repeat business and referrals.&rdquo;
Forging Inclusiveness &amp; Genuine Connections 
the team at Aslant Legal shares Shulin&rsquo;s values and intent to spearhead change
Beyond placing legal professionals in law firms
and building in-house legal teams across various industry sectors
and discreet due diligence support to clients
In addition to understanding the needs of the hiring personnel
Shulin also insists on having face-to-face or in-person interactions that facilitate the decision-making process
&ldquo;We conduct a comprehensive analysis of our clients&#39; requirements
coupled with technical assessments and reference checks
ensure we match the ideal candidates who have the right skills and personality
We journey with our hearts alongside our clients and candidates
one conversation at a time,&rdquo; says Shulin
Aslant Legal Bridges The Gap Between Talented Lawyers & Employers
While Navigating A Distinctive Legal Landscape Characterized By Dynamic Shifts & Burgeoning Opportunities 
this perspective has led to an 80 percent higher success rate for successful hires
&ldquo;Aslant Legal bridges the gap between talented lawyers and employers
while navigating a distinctive legal landscape characterized by dynamic shifts and burgeoning opportunities
as Aslant Legal is known as a firm that goes the extra mile to help lawyers make unconventional (as well as conventional) career moves.&rdquo;
Aslant Legal predominantly places candidates in Singapore while also providing necessary support to organizations in other jurisdictions
The company is marked by its open-minded ethos and strives to hire mainly based on one&rsquo;s skills and merit
The team hails from diverse ethnic backgrounds
which further attracts a varied talent pool
the company also consistently seeks to engage with clients
thereby building a community and enduring connections
The Climb to Excellence: A Collective Effort 
Rhyming with the word &lsquo;excellent&rsquo;
&#39;Aslant&#39; visually symbolizes an upward trajectory
echoing the company&#39;s unrelenting pursuit of constant growth
Shulin has led her team to garner prestigious accolades
showcasing the firm&rsquo;s excellence and leadership within the industry
Shulin received a &#39;Leader Of The Year&#39; award and the firm received a &#39;Local Hero&#39; Award from Human Resources Online recognizing HR Vendors
They also received the Silver &#39;Best Executive Search Firm&#39; Award for their track record in placing candidates in high-level roles
Shulin encourages her team to enhance their skills
Determined to help others who might be seeking guidance like her younger self
Shulin launched a podcast &lsquo;After the Bar&rsquo; in 2021
The podcast was envisioned to be a platform for Singapore&#39;s leading lawyers to share their personal career journeys and inspire positive change within the legal profession and beyond
the collective wisdom shared by her guests resonates with anyone facing significant crossroads in their journey and provides insights for individuals who are finding it difficult to overcome or embrace change
Shulin wants to inspire a new generation of young professionals embarking on their careers to consider how their choices can have meaning and a deeper impact on the wider society
She is a regular speaker at organizations such as the Singapore Academy of Law and various universities
balancing her roles as the powerhouse behind Aslant Legal
With a career spanning from Senior Associate at a Big 4 law firm to Deputy Public Prosecutor
and now as Managing Director and Founder of Aslant Legal
she&#39;s driven by a passion for excellence and making a lasting impact in the legal industry
Shulin is recognized as one of LinkedIn&#39;s Top Voices and has also been recently ranked as Singapore&rsquo;s #1 Careers &amp; Office Female Creator on LinkedIn for 2024 by Favikon