• 한국미생물·생명공학회지
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• 제32권3호
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• pp.224-229
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• 2004

토양으로부터 강력한 CAH activity를 갖는 균주를 분리하여, 생화학적, 배양학적, 전자현미경 동정을 한 결과, Bacillus sphaericus로 확인되었으며, 이를 B. sphaericus 366M-9로 명명하였다. 또한 이 균으로부터 최초로 cephalosporin-C deacetylase(CAH)를 분리 정제하였다. 정제수율은 약 7.5% 였으며, B. sphaericus 366M-9에서 분리한 CAH-9의 최적활성 온도는 $50^{\circ}C$였으며, 효소안정 온도구간은 30～$50^{\circ}C$이다. 또한 최적 활성 pH는 7.0이었으며, 효소안정 pH구간은 pH 6.0～8.0으로 90% 이상의 잔존 활성도를 나타내었다. 효소반응속도에 미치는 기질의 영향에서는 $K_{m}$ 값은 0.87 mM 이며,$ V_{max}$는1.22 unit/ml이었다.다.

• 대한한의학회지
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• 제18권2호
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• pp.355-365
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• 1997

This study was undertaken to examine the effect of Cheongahwan(CAH), being known to reinforce Kidney-yang, on the activities of endogenous antioxidant enzymes and the production of oxygen free radicals in the kidney tissues. Alterations in enzyme activities were observed after in vivo treatment in rats. CAH caused a significant increase in the activities of superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase and glutathione S-transferase. But catalase activity was not significantly altered by CAH. Treatment in vitro of CAH decreased the production of oxygen free radicals in a dose-dependent fashion. These results suggest that CAH stimulate the activities of antioxidant enzymes and inhibit directly the production of oxygen free radicals. These effects of CAH may contribute to prevent the oxygen free radical-induced impairment of cell function.

• 대한환경공학회지
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• 제30권10호
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• pp.1028-1033
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• 2008

본 연구의 목적은 SeCAH(Sequential quick crushing and alkali hydrolysis)를 이용하여 음식물쓰레기의 용해도를 개선하고 혐기성 소화시 저해 가능 인자를 평가하는 데 있다. 궁극적으로 전처리된 음식물쓰레기를 첨가하여 양돈슬러리의 낮은 COD/N비를 증가시키고 저해인자를 감소시켜 CH$_4$ 생성율을 증가시키는 것이다. SeCAH를 이용하여 음식물쓰레기를 전처리한 후 용해도는 1.5배 이상 증가되었다. 용해도 증가와 소모된 에너지를 고려할 때 SeCAH는 효과적인 전처리 방법이며 적정 파쇄강도와 파쇄시간은 각각 2,000 rpm과 5$\sim$10 sec로 확인되었다. 전처리된 음식물쓰레기의 조대입자(>2.36 mm) 분율은 88.0%에서 29.0%로 크게 감소하였고, 작은 입자(<75 $\mu$m) 분율은 10.5%에서 40.7%로 증가되었다. SeCAH로 처리한 후 Na$^+$ 농도가 3795.0$\sim$6250.0 mg/L로 증가되어 양돈슬러리와 혐기성 병합소화시 Na$^+$가 저해 가능인자인 것으로 평가되었고 NH$_4^+$-N는 Stripping(pH>10)에 의해 감소되었다. 양돈슬러리 저해 가능인자는 NH$_4{^+}$-N(3331.3 mg/L), K$^+$(4256.5 mg/L) 그리고 SO$_4{^{2-}}$(1017.5 mg/L)이었다. 따라서 음식물쓰레기 용해도 증가에 SeCAH는 매우 효과적인 것으로 SeCAH는 음식물쓰레기의 용해도를 증가시키는 매우 효과적인 전처리 방법이며, 양돈폐수와 전처리된 음식물쓰레기의 혐기성 병합소화로 인하여 저해작용을 감소시키는 것으로 평가되었다.

• 한국물환경학회지
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• 제23권5호
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• pp.712-722
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• 2007

This study screened three natural ores (iron, mangenase, and zinc), two types of slags, and two elemental metals (elemental iron and zinc) to evaluate transformation characteristics of CAH mixtures [e.g. Carbontetrachloride (CT), 1,1,1-Trichloroethane (1,1,1-TCA), and Perchloroethene (PCE)]. To select an effective metal medium to treat the CAH mixtures, we measured transformation capacities (CAH mass ultimately transformed/mass of metal added) and the degree of dechlorination. We also considered economical efficiency of the metal media by comparing the value, CAH mass ultimately transformed divided by the price of metal medium added. A simplified mathematical model adapting CAH transformation capacity, first-order transformation kinetics, and available mass of metal transforming CAH was developed and used for estimating CAH transformation rate coefficient and longevity of the metal medium. CAH transformation capacity for elemental iron and elemental zinc were 4258~7129 and $4215{\sim}6330{\mu}g\;CAH\;transformed/g$ metal added, respectively, which are a factor of 80~200 higher than slags and natural ores. They also showed a factor of 1.1 to 2.2 greater degree of dechlorination than the others. Among natural ores and slags, Zinc ore showed the highest transformation capacity, $47{\sim}53{\mu}g\;CAH\;transformed/g$ metal added. Although zinc ore have smaller transformation capacity than elemental metals, economical efficiency of zinc ore is a factor of 10~20 greater than elemental metals tested. Consequently, zinc ore would be more economical medium than the others tested in this study. We estimated the pseudo first-order transformation rate of zinc ore was in the order of CT > 1,1,1-TCA > PCE.

• Clinical and Experimental Reproductive Medicine
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• 제47권4호
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• pp.319-322
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• 2020

Adrenal rest tumors are a rare extra-adrenal complication of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) in women although they are more commonly found in the testes of male patients with CAH. An ovarian adrenal rest tumor (OART) may coexist with CAH or imitate its symptoms without CAH. In this case report, we present the case of a woman with OART without CAH, whose main complaint was infertility and who had a baby after successful surgical treatment.

• 대한한의학회지
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• 제23권4호
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• pp.55-63
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• 2002

Objectives: Peroxynitrite ($ONOO^{-}$), formed from the reaction of superoxide <${\cdot}O_2^{-}$) and nitric oxide (NO), is a cytotoxic species that can oxidize several cellular components such as proteins, lipids and DNA. It has been implicated in diseases such as aging process, Alzheimer's disease, rheumatoid arthritis, cancer and arteriosclerosis. Due to the lack of endogenous enzymes responsible for $ONOO^{-}$ inactivation, developing a specific $ONOO^{-}$ scavenger is of considerable importance. The aim of this study was to evaluate $ONOO^{-}$ scavenging activity and its mechanism in Cheonga-hwan (CAH). Methods: The $ONOO^{-}$ scavenging activity in CAH was assayed by measuring oxidized dihydrorhodamine 123 (DHR 123) by fluorescence. The scavenging efficacy was expressed as $IC_{50}$, showing the concentration of each sample required to cause 50% inhibition of DHR 123 oxidation. In a separate study, the protective effect of CAR on $ONOO^{-}$-induced nitration of bovine serum albumin (BSA) was investigated using immunoassay with a monoclonal anti-nitrotyrosine antibody, and a horseradish peroxidase-conjugated anti-mouse secondary antibody from sheep. Results: CAH showed potent scavenging activities of $ONOO^{-}$, NO and ${\cdot}O_2^{-}$. The data demonstrated that CAH led to decreased $ONOO^{-}$-mediated nitration of tyrosine through electron donation. CAH showed significant inhibition on nitration of bovine serum albumin by $ONOO^{-}$ in a dose-dependent manner. Conclusions: CAH can be developed as an effective peroxynitrite scavenger for the prevention of the $ONOO^{-}$ involved diseases.

• Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology
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• 제10권2호
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• pp.221-226
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• 2000

Cephalosporin-C deacetylase (CAH) catalyzes the deacetylation of cephalosporin derivatives. A novel gene encoding the CAH from Bacillus sp. KCCM10143 was cloned and sepuenced. The uncleotide sequence contained an open reading frame encoding a polypeptide consisting of 217 amino acids and a molecular weight of 24 kDa which was in good agreement with the value obtained by sodium dodecylsulfate-polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis. An expression plasmid was constructed by inserting the CAH gene into the region of the pTrc99A expression vector. An active from of the CAH protein was expressed in the soluble fraction obtained after cell disruption. in fermentation using a 5-1 jar fementer, the transformant E. coli JM109 (pDST654) produced 4.12 U of CAH per ml of culture during 16 h of incubation.

• 한국물환경학회지
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• 제23권5호
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• pp.723-730
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• 2007

This study was conducted to develop a combined method for remediating a Chlorinated Aliphatic Hydrocarbons (CAHs) mixtures-contaminated aquifer. The process is consist of two processes. A chemical process (1st) using natural zinc ores for reducing higher concentrations of CAH mixtures to the level at which biological process is feasible; and A biological process (2nd) using aerobic cometabolism for treating lower concentration of CAH mixtures (less than 1 mg/L). Natural zinc ore showed relatively high transformation capacity, average dehalogenation percentage, and the best economic efficiency in previously our study. To evaluate the feasibility of the process, we operated two columns in series (that is, chemical and biological columns). In the first column filled with natural zinc ore and sand, CAH mixtures were effectively transformed with more than 95% efficiency, the efficiency depends on the Empty Bed Contact Time (EBCT) and the mass of zinc ore packed. Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) analysis were performed to make sure whether natural zinc ore played an key role in the dechlorination of the CAH mixtures. The characteristics of zinc metal surface changed after exposure to CAHs due to oxidation of $Zn^0$ to $Zn^{2+}$. In the biological column injecting propane, DO and effluent of the chemical column, only 1,1,1-TCA was cometabolically transformed. Consequently, the combined process would be effective to remediate an aquifer contaminated with high concentrations of CAH mixtures.

• Clinical and Experimental Pediatrics
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• 제60권2호
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• pp.31-37
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• 2017

Steroid 21-hydroxylase deficiency is the most prevalent form of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), accounting for approximately 95% of cases. With the advent of newborn screening and hormone replacement therapy, most children with CAH survive into adulthood. Adolescents and adults with CAH experience a number of complications, including short stature, obesity, infertility, tumor, osteoporosis, and reduced quality of life. Transition from pediatric to adult care and management of long-term complications are challenging for both patients and health-care providers. Psychosocial issues frequently affect adherence to glucocorticoid treatment. Therefore, the safe transition of adolescents to adult care requires regular follow-up of patients by a multidisciplinary team including pediatric and adult endocrinologists. The major goals for management of adults with 21-hydroxylase deficiency are to minimize the long-term complications of glucocorticoid therapy, reduce hyperandrogenism, prevent adrenal or testicular adrenal rest tumors, maintain fertility, and improve quality of life. Optimized medical or surgical treatment strategies should be developed through coordinated care, both during transition periods and throughout patients' lifetimes. This review will summarize current knowledge on the management of adults with CAH, and suggested appropriate approaches to the transition from pediatric to adult care.

• Clinical and Experimental Pediatrics
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• 제46권4호
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• pp.400-403
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• 2003

진단이 지연되었거나 적절하게 치료되지 않은 선천성 부신 과형성증을 가진 남아에서 장기간 고농도의 남성호르몬에 노출될 경우 처음에는 가성 성조숙증이었다가 이후 진성 성조숙증으로 전환될 수 있으므로 선천성 부신 과형성증의 조기진단과 치료가 필요하다. 저자들은 가성 성조숙증에서 진성 성조숙증으로 전환된 선천성 부신 과형성증을 가진 남아에서 hydrocortisone과 GnRH 유도체를 사용하여 큰 부작용 없이 2차 성징의 퇴축을 가져온 1례를 경험하고 문헌고찰과 함께 보고하는 바이다.