• Preventive Nutrition and Food Science
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• 제2권2호
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• pp.174-179
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• 1997

CMCase produced by recombinant E. coli JM109 (pCEH#4) containing CMCase gene from Cellulomonas sp. YE-5 was purified to 24.3 fold and 2.6% yield by ammoniumsulfate precipitation, DEAE-cellulose column chromatography and gel filtration on Sephadex G-100. The optimum pH and temperature for CMCase activity were pH 7.0 and 5$0^{\circ}C$. The enzyme was stable between pH 5.0 and 10.0, and up to 6$0^{\circ}C$. The molecular weight of he enzyme was estimated to be approximately 40,000 daltons by SDS-PAGE. Analysis of the amino acid composition showed that the enzyme contained many glycines and acidic amino acids. The enzyme was an endo-type CMCase and the final enzyme reaction product from hydrolysis of Cm-cellulose by the enzyme was cellobiose. {TEX}$K_{M}${/TEX} value determined with CM-cellulose was 1.28mM.

• 기록학연구
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• 제31호
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• pp.139-161
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• 2012

Donald K. Sebera 모델은 다른 열화인자의 영향을 고려하지 않고 오직 온도와 습도만의 변화를 이용하여 두 개 이상의 서고환경에 대한 보존성 평가지수를 계산함으로서 기록물의 보존환경을 정량적으로 비교 평가하는데 활용될 수 있다. 본 연구에서는 Donald K. Sebera 모델을 이용하여 기록물관리법에서 제시하고 있는 온 습도 범위에서 종이기록물 보존조건 중 가장 우수한 조건과 가장 열악한 조건에서의 보존성을 비교 분석하였다. 그 결과 기록물관리법에서 허용하고 있는 온 습도 범위 내에서 보존조건이 가장 우수한 조건에서의 종이기록물 보존성 평가지수가 가장 열악한 조건에서 보다 2.47배 더 큰 것으로 나타났다. 또 가수분해반응 활성화에너지가 작을수록 종이기록물의 보존성은 온도보다는 습도에 의한 영향력이 크게 작용하였다. 따라서 보존성 평가지수는 서고의 온 습도 조건이 기록물 보존환경에 적합한지를 쉽게 판단할 수 있기 때문에 온 습도 변화에 대해 보존성 확보가 가능한 도구로 유용하게 활용될 수 있다.

• 한국재료학회지
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• 제29권4호
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• pp.221-227
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• 2019

This study examines the role of the nano- and micro-particle ratio in dispersion stability and mechanical properties of composite resins for SLA(stereolithography) 3D printing technology. VTES(vinyltriethoxysilane)-coated $ZrO_2$ ceramic particles with different nano- and micro-particle ratios are prepared by a hydrolysis and condensation reaction and then dispersed in commercial photopolymer (High-temp) based on interpenetrating networks(IPNs). The coating characteristics of VTES-coated $ZrO_2$ particles are observed by FE-TEM and FT-IR. The rheological properties of VTES-coated $ZrO_2/High-temp$ composite solution with different particle ratios are investigated by rheometer, and the dispersion properties of the composite solution are confirmed by relaxation NMR and Turbiscan. The mechanical properties of 3D-printed objects are measured by a tensile test and nanoindenter. To investigate the aggregation and dispersion properties of VTES-coated $ZrO_2$ ceramic particles with different particle ratios, we observe the cross-sectional images of 3D printed objects using FE-SEM. The 3D printed objects of the composite solution with nano-particles of 80 % demonstrate improved mechanical characteristics.

• Journal of Animal Science and Technology
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• 제63권1호
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• pp.114-124
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• 2021

The objective of this study was to characterize the enzymatic hydrolysis of lipopolysaccharide (LPS) by wheat phytase and to investigate the effects of wheat phytase-treated LPS on in vitro toxicity, cell viability and release of a pro-inflammatory cytokine, interleukin (IL)-8 by target cells compared with the intact LPS. The phosphatase activity of wheat phytase towards LPS was investigated in the presence or absence of inhibitors such as L-phenylalanine and L-homoarginine. In vitro toxicity of LPS hydrolyzed with wheat phytase in comparison to intact LPS was assessed. Cell viability in human aortic endothelial (HAE) cells exposed to LPS treated with wheat phytase in comparison to intact LPS was measured. The release of IL-8 in human intestinal epithelial cell line, HT-29 cells applied to LPS treated with wheat phytase in comparison to intact LPS was assayed. Wheat phytase hydrolyzed LPS, resulting in a significant release of inorganic phosphate for 1 h (p < 0.05). Furthermore, the degradation of LPS by wheat phytase was nearly unaffected by the addition of L-phenylalanine, the inhibitor of tissue-specific alkaline phosphatase or L-homoarginine, the inhibitor of tissue-non-specific alkaline phosphatase. Wheat phytase effectively reduced the in vitro toxicity of LPS, resulting in a retention of 63% and 54% of its initial toxicity after 1-3 h of the enzyme reaction, respectively (p < 0.05). Intact LPS decreased the cell viability of HAE cells. However, LPS dephosphorylated by wheat phytase counteracted the inhibitory effect on cell viability. LPS treated with wheat phytase decreased IL-8 secretion from intestinal epithelial cell line, HT-29 cell to 14% (p < 0.05) when compared with intact LPS. In conclusion, wheat phytase is a potential therapeutic candidate and prophylactic agent for control of infections induced by pathogenic Gram-negative bacteria and associated LPS-mediated inflammatory diseases in animal husbandry.

• 한국초지조사료학회지
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• 제42권3호
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• pp.201-207
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• 2022

Fescues, which are widely cultivated as grasses and forages around the world, are often naturally infected with the endophyte, Epichloë. This fungus, transmitted through seeds, imparts resistance to drying and herbivorous insects in its host without causing any external damage, thereby contributing to the adaptation of the host to the environment and maintaining a symbiosis. However, some endophytes, such as E. coenophialum synthesize ergovaline or lolitrem B, which accumulate in the plant and impart anti-mammalian properties. For example, when livestock consume excessive amounts of grass containing toxic endophytes, problems associated with neuromuscular abnormalities, such as convulsions, paralysis, high fever, decreased milk production, reproductive disorders, and even death, can occur. Therefore, pre-inoculation with non-toxic endogenous fungi or management with endophyte-free grass is important in preventing damage to livestock and producing high-quality forage. To date, the diagnosis of endophytes has been mainly performed by observation under a microscope following staining, or by performing an immune blot assay using a monoclonal antibody. Recently, the polymerase chain reaction (PCR)-based molecular diagnostic method is gaining importance in the fields of agriculture, livestock, and healthcare given the method's advantages. These include faster results, with greater accuracy and sensitivity than those obtained using conventional diagnostic methods. For the diagnosis of endophytes, the nested PCR method is the only available option developed; however, it is limited by the fact that the level of toxic alkaloid synthesis cannot be estimated. Therefore, in this study, we aimed to develop a triplex real-time PCR diagnostic method that can determine the presence or absence of endophyte infection using DNA extracted from seeds within 1 h, while simultaneously detecting easD and LtmC genes, which are related to toxic alkaloid synthesis. This new method was then also applied to real field samples.

• Nuclear Engineering and Technology
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• 제55권1호
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• pp.63-70
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• 2023

Ultrasound-assisted dissolution of U₃O₈ powder in carbonate solution was explored to determine if and how ultrasound act during the dissolution. The variation of U₃O₈ solid particles and uranyl complexes under ultrasound treatment and magnetic stirring was observed in carbonate media. The results show that the use of ultrasound can increase the solubility and dissolution rate of U₃O₈ powder than that under magnetic stirring. The crush of U₃O₈ particles and the reduction of the activation energy (Ea, kJ/mol) of U₃O₈ dissolution reaction were observed, which both play an important role in the ultrasonic-assisted dissolution of U₃O₈ in carbonate-peroxide solution. Meanwhile, there is no observation of the ultrasound effect on the distribution of uranyl species and hydrolysis of uranyl complexes during the ultrasound treatment in carbonate-peroxide solution. Although the generation of ·OH radicals under ultrasound (22 ± 2 kHz) was observed, the oxidation of ·OH had little effect on the dissolution of U₃O₈ in the carbonate-peroxide solution system.

• 한국축산식품학회지
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• 제43권4호
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• pp.594-611
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• 2023

Whey protein (WP) has nutritional value, but the presence of β-lactoglobulin (β-LG) and α-lactalbumin (α-LA) cause allergic reactions. In this study, hypoallergenic whey protein hydrolyate (HWPH) was prepared by decomposing β-LG and α-LA of WP using exo- and endo-type proteases. The enzyme mixing ratio and reaction conditions were optimized using response surface methodology (RSM). Degradation of α-LA and β-LG was confirmed through gel electrophoresis, and digestion, and absorption rate, and immunostimulatory response were measured using in vitro and in vivo systems. Through RSM analysis, the optimal hydrolysis conditions for degradation of α-LA and β-LG included a 1:1 mixture of Alcalase and Prozyme reacted for 10 h at a 1.0% enzyme concentration relative to substrate. The molecular weight of HWPH was <5 kDa, and leucine was the prominent free amino acid. Both in vitro and in vivo tests showed that digestibility and intestinal permeability were higher in HWPH than in WP. In BALB/c mice, as compared to WP, HWPH reduced allergic reactions by inducing elevated Type 1/Type 2 helper T cell ratio in the blood, splenocytes, and small intestine. Thus, HWPH may be utilized in a variety of low allergenicity products intended for infants, adults, and the elderly.

• 한국수소및신에너지학회논문집
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• 제35권2호
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• pp.152-161
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• 2024

In this study, a fuel cell system for future defense unmanned vehicles was designed and validated. A Co/Al₂O₃-Ni foam catalyst for NaBH₄ hydrolysis was characterized using several analytical methods. A NaBH₄ hydrogen generation system with the Co/Al₂O₃-Ni foam catalyst continuously generated hydrogen at elevated reaction temperatures. The fuel cell system with the NaBH₄ hydrogen generation system was designed and tested. The performance of the fuel cell system was comparable to that of the fuel cell system using pure hydrogen. Therefore, the fuel cell system with the NaBH₄ hydrogen generation system is a suitable power source for future defense unmanned vehicles owing to its easy refueling and simple system.

• Applied Biological Chemistry
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• 제22권4호
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• pp.198-209
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• 1979

Esherichia intermedia A-21의 균체(菌體)에서 얻은 ${\beta}-tyrosinase$의 ${\alpha},{\beta}$-탈리작용(脫離作用)의 역(逆)반응을 이용하여 L-tyrosine, 2-chloro-L-tyrosine, 2-bromo-L-tyrosine 및 2-iodo-L-tyrosine을 효소합성하고 그들의 원소분석(元素分析)과 NMR-spectrum, Mass-spectrum 및 IR-spectrum을 측정하여 그 구조해석(構造解析)을 하였다. 또한 ${\beta}-tyrosinase$에 의한 각(各) halogen화(化) tyrosine의 합성속도와 분해속도 그리고 halogen화(化) phenol의 ${\beta}-tyrosinase$에 대한 저해작용(阻害作用) 및 2-bromotyrosine의 합성에서 m-bromophenol의 경시적(經時的) 첨가효과 등을 검토하여 다음과 같은 결과를 얻었다. 1) ${\beta}-tyrosinase$를 이용하여 pyruvin산(酸), $NH_3$ 그리고 m-chlorophenol, m-bromophenol 및 m-iodophenol 등을 기질로 한 각(各) halogen화(化) tyrosine의 효소합성에서 m-chlorophenol에서 2-chloro-tyrosine은 약 15%, m-bromophenol에서 2-bromotyrosine은 약 13.8% 그리고 m-iodophenol에서 2-iodotyrosine은 약 9.8%의 회수율(回收率)로 각각 얻어졌었다. 2) ${\beta}-tyrosinase$에 의한 tyrosine 및 halogen화(化) tyrosine의 합성에서 tyrosine의 합성속도를 100으로 하였을 때 2-chlorotyrosine은 28.2, 2-bromotyrosine은 8.13 그리고 2-iodotyrosine은 0.98의 상대속도를 보여 halogen화(化) tyrosine의 합성속도가 느렸다. 특히 Cl, Br, I의 순(順)으로 원자반경(原子半經)이 증가(增加)함에 따라서 halogen화(化) tyrosine의 합성속도가 저하(低下)되는 것이 인정(認定)되었다. 한편 3-iodotyrosine은 합성이 되지 않았다. 3) ${\beta}-tyrosinase$에 의한 tyrosine의 분해속도를 100으로 하였을 때 2-chlorotyrosine은 70.7, 2-bromotyrosine은 39.0, 2-iodotyrosine은 12.6의 상대적인 분해속도를 보였다. 즉 Cl, Br, I의 순(順)으로 원자반경(原子半經)이 크고 전기음성도(電氣陰性度)가 적어짐에 따라서 분해속도가 저하(低下)되는 것이 분명(分明)하였다 그리고 역시 3-iodotyrosine은 분해를 받지 않았다. 4) ${\beta}-tyrosinase$의 활성(活性)에 대하여 phenol은 현저한 조해작용(阻害作用)을 보였으며 o- 및 m-chlorophenol와 o-bromophenol의 조해(阻害)도 현저하였다. 반면 iodophenol의 조해(阻害)는 근소(僅少)하였으며 이들의 조해작용(阻害作用)을 Lineweaver-Burk plot법에 따라 측정한 결과 m-chlorophenol은 혼합형(混合型)의 조해작용(阻害作用)을 보였으며 그 Ki값은 $5.46{\times}10^{-4}M$이였다. 5) ${\beta}-tyrosinase$에 의한 2-bromotyrosine의 합성에서 기질인 m-bromophenol은 경시적(經時的)으로 소량(少量)씩 첨가하는 것이 효과적이었다. 6) ${\beta}-tyrosinase$를 이용하여 pyruvin산(酸), $NH_3$ 및 각(各) halogen화(化) phenol에서 합성한 2-halogen화(化) tyrosine들을 각각(各各) 원소분석(元素分析)하고 또한 NMR-spectrum, Mass-spectrum 그리고 IR-spectrum 등으로 측정하여 그들의 구조(構造)를 해석(解析)한 결과 각각(各各) 2-chloro-L-tyrosine, 2-bromo-L-tyrosine 및 2-iodo-L-tyrosine 임을 인정(認定)할 수 있었다.

• Applied Biological Chemistry
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• 제37권2호
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• pp.130-141
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• 1994

연속식 2단계 막(MWCO 10,000, MWCO 5,000)반응기를 이용하여 어피젤라틴 가수분해물 제조를 위한 최적 가수분해조건과 막반응기 장치에서 효소활성, 효소안정성에 미치는 인자 및 가수분해물의 생성량에 대하여 검토하였다. pH-drop법으로 젤라틴 분해에 대한 효소활성은 pronase E가 가장 높았고, 다음이 trypsin이었다. 1단계 막반응기에서 trypsin으로 어피젤라틴의 최적 가수분해조건은 반응온도 $55^{\circ}C$, pH 9.0, 효소농도 0.1 mg/ml, 기질 대 효소비 100(w/w), 반응부피 600 ml, 유출속도 6.14 ml/min였으며, 이때 가수분해도는 79%였다. 2단계에서 1단계 젤라틴 가수분해물을 pronase E로 분해할 경우는 반응온도 $50^{\circ}C$, pH 8.0, 효소농도 0.3 mg/ml, 기질 대 효소비 33(w/w)였으며 그 이외의 조건은 1단계와 동일하였고, 이때의 가수분해도는 80% 이상이였다. 막을 통한 효소의 누출량은 1단계에서 전체 효소량 중 작동시간 5시간에서 11.5%였으나 5시간 이후에는 거의 누출되지 않았으며, 2단계에서는 작동시간 4시간에서 9.0%가 누출되었다. 막반응기의 기계적인 전단웅력에 의한 효소활성저해는 1단계 및 2단계에서는 작동시간 3시간까지 34% 및 18%가 각각 감소되었으며, 이때 막을 제거시킨 반응기에서 효소활성 감소는 23% 및 10%가 각각 저해되었다. 그러나 효소누출과 가수분해물의 생산량 사이에는 명백한 상호작용은 나타나지 않았다. 1단계 및 2단계 막반응기의 각 최적조건하에서 부피대체율 8배까지의 가수분해물의 생산량은 각각 334 mg 및 250 mg으로 2단계 보다 1단계의 효소 mg당 생산량이 약 1.3배 높았다.