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Non-contact 3-dimensional Coordinate Measurement by Pulse Magnetic Field Method (펄스자기장을 이용한 비접촉 3차원 좌표 측정)

  • Kim, H. J.;Son, De-Rac;Cho, Y.
    • Proceedings of the Korean Magnestics Society Conference
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    • 2002.12a
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    • pp.128-129
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    • 2002
  • 최근 컴퓨터의 계산속도가 빨라짐에 따라 데이터를 가지고 실시간 영상처리에 대한 많은 연구가 이루어지면서 인터넷을 이용한 온라인 게임, PC 게임, 방송 등의 엔터테인먼트 산업에서 멀티미디어 시장이 증가하게 되고 동영상 및 3차원 영상매체를 제작하는데 복합적 고도 기술의 필요성이 대두되어지고 있다. (중략)

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Determination Method of Target Residual Risk for Proper Information Security Level Determination (조직의 적정 정보 보안 수준 결정을 위한 목표 잉여 위험의 결정 방법)

  • 김정덕;이성일
    • Proceedings of the Korea Database Society Conference
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    • 1999.10a
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    • pp.129-139
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    • 1999
  • 현재의 조직 환경에서 정보 보호 수준의 결정은 필수 불가결한 이슈가 되고 있지만 정보 보호 수준 구축을 위한 기준은 상대적으로 부족한 실정이다. 이에 본 논문에서는 정보 보호 수준 결정에 있어서 기준이 될 수 있는 중요한 요소인 위험에 대해서 기존의 위험 평가 프로세스를 분석하여 개선된 위험평가 프로세스를 제시하고 허용 가능한 위험을 결정하기 위한 중요 기준인 목표 잉여 위험의 결정 방법에 대해 논하고자 한다.

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Roles of Phosphatidylinositol 3-Kinase(PI3K) and Rac1

  • Shin, Il-Chung;Kim, Seon-Hoe;Moon, A-Ree
    • Proceedings of the PSK Conference
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    • 2003.04a
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    • pp.223.1-223.1
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    • 2003
  • Many studies have identified the phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase (PI3K) as a key regulator for various cellular functions including cell survival, growth and motility. We have previously shown that H-ras, but not N-ras. induces invasiveness and motility in human breast epithelial cells (MCF10A), while both H-ras and N-ras induce transformed phenotype. In the present study, we wished to investigate the functional role of PI3K pathway in H-ra-induced invasive phenotype and motility of MCF10A cells. (omitted)

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Influence of reconstruction parameters of micro-computed tomography on the analysis of bone mineral density

  • Gaeta-Araujo, Hugo;Nascimento, Eduarda Helena Leandro;Brasil, Danieli Moura;Madlum, Daniela Verardi;Haiter-Neto, Francisco;Oliveira-Santos, Christiano
    • Imaging Science in Dentistry
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    • v.50 no.2
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    • pp.153-159
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    • 2020
  • Purpose: This study was conducted evaluate the influence of reconstruction parameters of micro-computed tomography (micro-CT) images on bone mineral density (BMD) analyses. Materials and Methods: The sample consisted of micro-CT images of the maxillae of 5 Wistar rats, acquired using a SkyScan 1174 unit (Bruker, Kontich, Belgium). Each acquisition was reconstructed following the manufacturer's recommendations(standard protocol; SP) for the application of artifact correction tools(beam hardening correction [BHC], 45%; smoothing filter, degree 2; and ring artifact correction [RAC], level 5). Additionally, images were reconstructed with 36 protocols combining different settings of artifact correction tools (P0 to P35). BMD analysis was performed for each reconstructed image. The BMD values obtained for each protocol were compared to those obtained using the SP through repeated-measures analysis of variance with the Dunnett post hoc test(α=0.05). Results: The BMD values obtained from all protocols that used a BHC of 45% did not significantly differ from those obtained using the SP (P>0.05). The other protocols all yielded significantly different BMD values from the SP(P<0.05). The smoothing and RAC tools did not affect BMD values. Conclusion: BMD values measured on micro-CT images were influenced by the BHC level. Higher levels of BHC induced higher values of BMD.

1-palmitoyl-2-linoleoyl-3-acetyl-rac-glycerol (EC-18) Modulates Th2 Immunity through Attenuation of IL-4 Expression

  • Yoon, Sun Young;Kang, Ho Bum;Ko, Young-Eun;Shin, Su-Hyun;Kim, Young-Jun;Sohn, Ki-Young;Han, Yong-Hae;Chong, Saeho;Kim, Jae Wha
    • IMMUNE NETWORK
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    • v.15 no.2
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    • pp.100-109
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    • 2015
  • Controlling balance between T-helper type 1 (Th1) and T-helper type 2 (Th2) plays a pivotal role in maintaining the biological rhythm of Th1/Th2 and circumventing diseases caused by Th1/Th2 imbalance. Interleukin 4 (IL-4) is a Th2-type cytokine and often associated with hypersensitivity-related diseases such as atopic dermatitis and allergies when overexpressed. In this study, we have tried to elucidate the function of 1-palmitoyl-2-linoleoyl-3-acetyl-rac-glycerol (EC-18) as an essential modulator of Th1/Th2 balance. EC-18 has showed an inhibitory effect on the production of IL-4 in a dose-dependent manner. RT-PCR analysis has proved EC-18 affect the transcription of IL-4. By analyzing the phosphorylation status of Signal transducer and activator of transcription 6 (STAT6), which is a transcriptional activator of IL-4 expression, we discovered that EC-18 induced the decrease of STAT6 activity in several stimulated cell lines, which was also showed in STAT6 reporter analysis. Co-treatment of EC-18 significantly weakened atopy-like phenotypes in mice treated with an allergen. Collectively, our results suggest that EC-18 is a potent Th2 modulating factor by regulating the transcription of IL-4 via STAT6 modulation, and could be developed for immune-modulatory therapeutics.

Sustainable self compacting acid and sulphate resistance RAC by two stage mixing approaches

  • Rajhans, Puja;Kisku, Nishikant;Nayak, Sanket;Panda, Sarat Kumar
    • Advances in concrete construction
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    • v.9 no.1
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    • pp.55-70
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    • 2020
  • In this research article, acid resistance, sulphate resistance and sorptivity of self compacted concrete (SCC) prepared from C&D waste have been discussed. To improve the above properties of self compacted recycled aggregate concrete (SCRAC) along with mechanical and durability properties, different two stage mixing approaches (TSMA and TSMAsfc) were followed. In the proposed two stage mixing approach (TSMAsfc), silica fume, a proportional amount of cement and a proportional amount of water were mixed in premix stage which fills the pores and cracks of recycled aggregate concrete (RAC). The concrete specimen prepared using above mixing approaches were immersed in 1% concentration of sulphuric acid (H2SO4) and magnesium sulphate (MgSO4) solution for 28, 90 and 180 days for evaluating the acid resistance of SCRAC. Experimental results concluded that the proposed two stage mixing approach (TSMAsfc) is most suitable for acid resistance and sulphate resistance in terms of weight loss and strength loss due to the elimination of pores and cracks in the interfacial transition zone (ITZ). In modified two stage mixing approach, the pores and cracks of recycled concrete aggregate (RCA) were filled up and make ITZs of SCRAC stronger. Microstructure analysis was carried out to justify the reason of improvement of ITZs by electron probe micro analyser (EPMA) analysis. X-ray mapping was also done to know the presence of strength contributing elements presents in the concrete sample. It was established that SCRAC with modified mixing approach have shown improved results in terms of acid resistance, sulphate resistance, sorptivity and mechanical properties.

Ara - C유도체의 항암작용에 관한 연구 (1) : 암세포에 대한 Ara-C 유도체의 항암효과에 대한 in vivo 연구

  • Lee, Hyung-Hwan;Cho, Dong-In;Ji, Yong-Hoon;Lee, Chul-Kyu;Kang, Heon;Choi, Hee-Baek;Lee, Hye-Yeol;Kim, Eun-Tae;Kanter, P.M.;Creaven, P.J.;West, C.R.
    • Proceedings of the Korean Society of Applied Pharmacology
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    • 1994.04a
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    • pp.199-199
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    • 1994
  • Thioglycerol과 glycerol로부터 rac-1-S-octa-decyl-2-O-palmitoyl-1-S-thioglycerol-3-phosphate (DL -PTBA-P)와 rac-1-O-octadecyl-2-O-palmitoyl-g1ycerol-3-phosphate (DL-PBA-P)등을 합성하였고, 이들에 ara-C 유도체인 ara-CMP morpholidate를 반응시켜 최종 산물인 ara-CDP-DL-PCA, ara-CDP-DL-PBA, ara-CDP-DL-PTCA 및 ara-CDP-DL-PTBA등을 합성하였다. 이들 최종산믈의 항암효과는 L1210 lymphoid leukemia, colon 26 carcioma, M5076 sarcoma, C-1300 neuroblastoma, 3-Lewis lung carcinoma, WEHI-3B leukemia, human colon cancer, hum an pancreatic cancer 등의 암세포주를 사용하여 실험하였다. L1210를 DB/2J의 뇌막 또는 복강, DBA/1J의 복강내에 이식하여 ara-C, Ehss thioether lipid의 ara-C 유도체 (ara-CDP-L-DP, ara-CDP-DL-PCA, ara-CDP-DL-PBA, ara -CDP-DL-PTCA, ara-CDP-D-PTBA, ara-CDP-L-PTBA, ara-CDP-DL-PTBA)를 단일 투여 또는 중복 투여하였고, 3-Lewis는 C57BL/6 의 발바닥 피하, colon26은 BALB/C의 견갑상부 히아조직, M5076은 C57BL/6의 피하, WEHI-3B는 BALB/C의 복강, C-1300는 A/strong Ros에 각각 이식한 후 ara-C 또는 ara-CDP-DL-PTBA를 단일 또는 중복 투여하였다.

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Luteolin attenuates migration and invasion of lung cancer cells via suppressing focal adhesion kinase and non-receptor tyrosine kinase signaling pathway

  • Masraksa, Wuttipong;Tanasawet, Supita;Hutamekalin, Pilaiwanwadee;Wongtawatchai, Tulaporn;Sukketsiri, Wanida
    • Nutrition Research and Practice
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    • v.14 no.2
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    • pp.127-133
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    • 2020
  • BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES: Non-small cell lung cancer is mostly recognized among other types of lung cancer with a poor prognosis by cause of chemotherapeutic resistance and increased metastasis. Luteolin has been found to decrease cell metastasis. However, its underlying mechanisms remain unresolved. The objective of this study was to examine the effect (and its mechanism) of luteolin on the migration and invasion of human non-small cell lung cancer A549 cells. MATERIALS/METHODS: Cell viability was investigated by 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide assay. Wound healing and transwell assays were evaluated to assess migration and invasion, respectively. Western blot analysis and immunofluorescence were further performed to investigate the role of luteolin and its mechanisms of action. RESULTS: Administration with up to 40 μM luteolin showed no cytotoxic activity on lung cancer A549 cells or non-cancer MRC-5 cells. Additionally, luteolin at 20-40 μM significantly suppressed A549 cells' migration, invasion, and the formation of filopodia in a concentration-dependent manner at 24 h. This is similar with western blot analysis, which revealed diminished the phosphorylated focal adhesion kinase (pFAK), phosphorylated non-receptor tyrosine kinase (pSrc), Ras-related C3 botulinum toxin substrate 1 (Rac1), cell division control protein 42 (Cdc42), and Ras homolog gene family member A (RhoA) expression levels. CONCLUSIONS: Overall, our data indicate that luteolin plays a role in controlling lung cancer cells' migration and invasion via Src/FAK and its downstream Rac1, Cdc42, and RhoA pathways. Luteolin might be considered a promising candidate for suppressing invasion and metastasis of lung cancer cells.

Actin-binding LIM protein 1 regulates receptor activator of NF-κB ligand-mediated osteoclast differentiation and motility

  • Jin, Su Hyun;Kim, Hyunsoo;Gu, Dong Ryun;Park, Keun Ha;Lee, Young Rae;Choi, Yongwon;Lee, Seoung Hoon
    • BMB Reports
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    • v.51 no.7
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    • pp.356-361
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    • 2018
  • Actin-binding LIM protein 1 (ABLIM1), a member of the LIM-domain protein family, mediates interactions between actin filaments and cytoplasmic targets. However, the role of ABLIM1 in osteoclast and bone metabolism has not been reported. In the present study, we investigated the role of ABLIM1 in the receptor activator of $NF-{\kappa}B$ ligand (RANKL)-mediated osteoclastogenesis. ABLIM1 expression was induced by RANKL treatment and knockdown of ABLIM1 by retrovirus infection containing Ablim1-specific short hairpin RNA (shAblim1) decreased mature osteoclast formation and bone resorption activity in a RANKL-dose dependent manner. Coincident with the downregulated expression of osteoclast differentiation marker genes, the expression levels of c-Fos and the nuclear factor of activated T-cells cytoplasmic 1 (NFATc1), critical transcription factors of osteoclastogenesis, were also decreased in shAblim1-infected osteoclasts during RANKL-mediated osteoclast differentiation. In addition, the motility of preosteoclast was reduced by ABLIM1 knockdown via modulation of the phosphatidylinositol-4,5-bisphosphate 3-kinase (PI3K)/Akt/Rac1 signaling pathway, suggesting another regulatory mechanism of ABLIM1 in osteoclast formation. These data demonstrated that ABLIM1 is a positive regulator of RANKL-mediated osteoclast formation via the modulation of the differentiation and PI3K/Akt/Rac1-dependent motility.