• Animal Bioscience
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• v.37 no.2_spc
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• pp.337-345
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• 2024

Ruminants possess a specialized four-compartment forestomach, consisting of the reticulum, rumen, omasum, and abomasum. The rumen, the primary fermentative chamber, harbours a dynamic ecosystem comprising bacteria, protozoa, fungi, archaea, and bacteriophages. These microorganisms engage in diverse ecological interactions within the rumen microbiome, primarily benefiting the host animal by deriving energy from plant material breakdown. These interactions encompass symbiosis, such as mutualism and commensalism, as well as parasitism, predation, and competition. These ecological interactions are dependent on many factors, including the production of diverse molecules, such as those involved in quorum sensing (QS). QS is a density-dependent signalling mechanism involving the release of autoinducer (AIs) compounds, when cell density increases AIs bind to receptors causing the altered expression of certain genes. These AIs are classified as mainly being N-acyl-homoserine lactones (AHL; commonly used by Gram-negative bacteria) or autoinducer-2 based systems (AI-2; used by Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria); although other less common AI systems exist. Most of our understanding of QS at a gene-level comes from pure culture in vitro studies using bacterial pathogens, with much being unknown on a commensal bacterial and ecosystem level, especially in the context of the rumen microbiome. A small number of studies have explored QS in the rumen using 'omic' technologies, revealing a prevalence of AI-2 QS systems among rumen bacteria. Nevertheless, the implications of these signalling systems on gene regulation, rumen ecology, and ruminant characteristics are largely uncharted territory. Metatranscriptome data tracking the colonization of perennial ryegrass by rumen microbes suggest that these chemicals may influence transitions in bacterial diversity during colonization. The likelihood of undiscovered chemicals within the rumen microbial arsenal is high, with the identified chemicals representing only the tip of the iceberg. A comprehensive grasp of rumen microbial chemical signalling is crucial for addressing the challenges of food security and climate targets.

• Dementia and Neurocognitive Disorders
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• v.23 no.1
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• pp.1-10
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• 2024

Background and Purpose: Voice, reflecting cerebral functions, holds potential for analyzing and understanding brain function, especially in the context of cognitive impairment (CI) and Alzheimer's disease (AD). This study used voice data to distinguish between normal cognition and CI or Alzheimer's disease dementia (ADD). Methods: This study enrolled 3 groups of subjects: 1) 52 subjects with subjective cognitive decline; 2) 110 subjects with mild CI; and 3) 59 subjects with ADD. Voice features were extracted using Mel-frequency cepstral coefficients and Chroma. Results: A deep neural network (DNN) model showed promising performance, with an accuracy of roughly 81% in 10 trials in predicting ADD, which increased to an average value of about 82.0%±1.6% when evaluated against unseen test dataset. Conclusions: Although results did not demonstrate the level of accuracy necessary for a definitive clinical tool, they provided a compelling proof-of-concept for the potential use of voice data in cognitive status assessment. DNN algorithms using voice offer a promising approach to early detection of AD. They could improve the accuracy and accessibility of diagnosis, ultimately leading to better outcomes for patients.

• Convergence Security Journal
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• v.24 no.3
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• pp.33-39
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• 2024

The remarkable advancement of artificial intelligence technology is bringing innovative changes to the field of education. In particular, generative AI models like ChatGPT hold great potential in self-directed programming education due to their natural conversational abilities. This study analyzed the learning effects of using ChatGPT in Scratch classes for non-SW majors. Dividing the classes into those using ChatGPT and those not, and conducting the same evaluations and surveys for the ChatGPT-utilizing group, the results showed that ChatGPT significantly enhanced learning outcomes and the utility of ChatGPT was highly evaluated in advanced learning areas such as understanding Scratch's advanced features and algorithms. This study is significant as it empirically demonstrates the potential of generative AI like ChatGPT as an effective tool in programming education.

• Journal of the Korea Convergence Society
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• v.8 no.9
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• pp.271-276
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• 2017

This project has been conducted to improve the usability of Chatbot Services such as Google(Allo) and Facebook M(Messenger. Based on the evaluation, this study aims to suggest the solutions to improve the usability of domestic Chatbot services and future directions for their development. It provides the overall understanding of the AI Chatbot service and the feature of Chatbot service through literature search. Furthermore, we summarized the current standing and the prospect of domestic messenger-based assistant Chatbot services. For conducting user evaluation, Peter Morville's honeycomb model is applied to in-depth user interviews. The followings are elements that could be amended to improve the service. The service should be incorporated by intuitive elements for users' understanding its functions and eliminate any elements that interfere with usability. The accuracy should be increased to improve the user satisfaction. This research will provide the future guidelines to improve the usability of Chabot services through continuous evaluation by users.

• Journal of Industrial Convergence
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• v.20 no.2
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• pp.29-36
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• 2022

Computational thinking in the AI and Big Data era for digital society means a series of problem-solving methods that involve expressing problems and their solutions in ways that computers can execute. Computational thinking is an approach to solving problems, designing systems, and understanding human behavior by deriving basic concepts in computer science, and solving difficult problems and elusive puzzles for students. We recently studied 93 pre-service teachers who are currently a freshman at ◯◯ university. The results of the first semester class, the participants created a satisfactory algorithm of the video level. Also, the proposed model was found to contribute greatly to the understanding of the computational thinking of the students participating in the class.

• The Journal of the Convergence on Culture Technology
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• v.9 no.5
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• pp.787-800
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• 2023

This paper is a study aimed at facilitating a comprehensive understanding of the music metaverse platform that will emerge in the era of Web 3.0 and exploring productive strategies for its construction. We examine the significance of the metaverse music platform from various perspectives and investigate the developmental process of digital music platforms from Web 1.0 to 3.0. Subsequently, assuming the emergence of metaverse platforms as a transition to Web 3.0, we align this transition with technological(VR technology, wearable devices, generative AI), cultural(digital avatars, fandom), and economic(NFT) discussions related to Web 3.0. These discussions are integrated with the developmental strategies of the metaverse music platform. Through this study, we hope to enhance the understanding of the metaverse music platform and provide insights into potential construction strategies.

• Journal of Korea Trade
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• v.23 no.2
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• pp.14-33
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• 2019

Purpose - This paper aims to articulate determinants of inter-organizational cooperation based on to the extent to which inter-organizational tasks are related to product development and production processes. Design/Methodology - This research conducted OLS regression analysis based on the data acquired from questionnaire survey in Korean auto industry. Findings - Our analysis has verified that complementary and compatible resources, as well as physical and human asset specificities, positively affect inter-organizational product development cooperation. Conversely, in the production process, only complementary resources positively affect inter-organizational cooperation, whereas compatible resources and physical asset specificity have a negative influence. The changing characteristics of compatible resources (with IT innovations and AI), and physical asset specificity (influenced by a rising need to reduce production costs), cause inter-organizational cooperation in production to decrease. Originality/value - This research attempts to expound upon these determining factors of inter-organizational cooperation by considering both complementary-compatible resources and asset specificity in product development and production simultaneously. The reason why the impact of complementary-compatible resources and asset specificity on inter-organizational cooperation is critical in understanding the determinants of inter-organizational cooperation is that the attributes of complementary-compatible resources and asset specificity in production have changed drastically due to the continuing diffusion of IT innovations and AI (Artificial Intelligence).

• Annual Conference on Human and Language Technology
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• 2022.10a
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• pp.313-319
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• 2022

최근 BERT와 같은 트랜스포머 (Transformer) 기반의 모델이 natural language understanding (NLU)와 같은 여러 자연어 처리 태스크에서 좋은 성능을 보인다. 이러한 모델은 여전히 대용량의 학습을 요구한다. 일반적으로, 데이터 증강 기법은 low-resource 환경을 개선하는 데 도움을 준다. 최근 생성 모델을 활용해 합성 데이터를 생성해 데이터를 증강하는 시도가 이루어졌다. 이러한 방법은 원본 문장과 의미론적 유사성을 훼손하지 않으면서 어휘와 구조적 다양성을 높이는 것을 목표로 한다. 본 논문은 task-oriented 한 어휘와 구조를 고려한 데이터 증강 방법을 제안한다. 이를 위해 검색 모델과 사전 학습된 생성 모델을 활용한다. 검색 모델을 사용해 학습 데이터셋의 입력 문장과 유사한 문장 쌍을 검색 (retrieval) 한다. 검색된 유사한 문장 쌍을 사용하여 생성 모델을 학습해 합성 데이터를 생성한다. 본 논문의 방법론은 low-resource 환경에서 베이스라인 성능을 최대 4% 이상 향상할 수 있었으며, 기존의 데이터 증강 방법론보다 높은 성능 향상을 보인다.

• International Journal of Computer Science & Network Security
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• v.23 no.4
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• pp.15-24
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• 2023

One of the objectives and aspirations of scientists and engineers ever since the development of computers has been to interact naturally with machines. Hence features of artificial intelligence (AI) like natural language processing and natural language generation were developed. The field of AI that is thought to be expanding the fastest is interactive conversational systems. Numerous businesses have created various Virtual Personal Assistants (VPAs) using these technologies, including Apple's Siri, Amazon's Alexa, and Google Assistant, among others. Even though many chatbots have been introduced through the years to diagnose or treat psychological disorders, we are yet to have a user-friendly chatbot available. A smart generative cognitive behavioral therapy with spoken dialogue systems support was then developed using a model Persona Perception (P2) bot with Generative Pre-trained Transformer-2 (GPT-2). The model was then implemented using modern technologies in VPAs like voice recognition, Natural Language Understanding (NLU), and text-to-speech. This system is a magnificent device to help with voice-based systems because it can have therapeutic discussions with the users utilizing text and vocal interactive user experience.

• Annual Conference on Human and Language Technology
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• 2021.10a
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• pp.36-40
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• 2021

다양한 Masked Language Modeling을 통해 학습한 사전 학습 모델들은 질의응답 시스템에서 매우 높은 성능을 보여주고 있다. 이러한 강력한 성능에도 불구하고 그러한 모델들이 질의를 정확히 이해하고 정답을 예측하는 것인지, 혹은 질의에 등장하는 특정 단어와 잘 나타나는 단어들을 기반으로 정답을 예측하는 것인지에 대한 분석은 아직 충분하지 않다. 이러한 사전학습 모델의 질의 이해 능력을 밝히기 위하여, 본 연구에서는 클레버 한스 테스트를 제안한다. 클레버 한스 테스트에서는 의미적 구조적, 의도 유무 측면의 여러 질의 변형이 된 데이터 셋들이 포함되어 있다. 본 연구에서는 클레버 한스 테스트를 통하여 사전학습 모델들이 의미적으로 달라진 질의나 의도가 제거된 질의를 입력으로 받아도 성능이 크게 떨어지지 않는 것을 확인하였고 모델의 질의 이해능력 부족을 실험적으로 시사하였다.