• Bulletin of the Korean Chemical Society
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• 제21권7호
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• pp.679-684
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• 2000

The Sr2Co0.5Nb(Ta)0.5O4 and Sr3CoNb(Ta)O7 compounds, both with Ruddlesden-Popper structures, have been synthesized by the ceramic method at $1150^{\circ}C$ under atmospheric pressure. The crystallographic structure of the compounds was assigned to the tetr agonal system with space group 14/mmm by X-ray diffraction(XRD) Rietveld refinement. The reduced lattice volume and lattice parameters increased as the Ta with 5d substitutes for the Nb with 4d in the compounds. The Co/Nb(Ta)O bond length has been determined by X-ray absorption spectroscopic(EXAFS/XANES) analysis and the XRD refinement. The CoO6,octahedra were tetragonally distorted by elongation of Co-O bond along the c-axis. The magnetic measurement shows the compounds Sr2Co0.5Nb(Ta)0.5O4 and Sr3CoNb(Ta)O7 have paramagnetic properties and the Co ions with intermediate spin sates between high and low spins in D4h symmetry. All the compounds showed semiconducting behavior whose electrical conductivity increased with temperature up to 1000 K. The electrical conductiviy increased and the activation energy for the conduction decreased as the number of perovskite layers increased in the compounds with chemical formula An+1BnO3n+1.

• Journal of Electrochemical Science and Technology
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• 제9권4호
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• pp.308-319
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• 2018

Single step electrodeposition of $Cu_2ZnSnS_4$ (CZTS) for solar cell applications was studied using an aqueous thiocyanate based electrolyte. The sodium thiocyanate complexing agent was found to decrease the difference in the deposition potential of the elements. X-ray diffraction analysis of the samples indicates the formation of kesterite phase CZTS. UV-vis studies reveal the band gap of the deposits to be in the range of 1.2 - 1.5 eV. The thickness of the deposit was found to decrease with increase in pH of the electrolyte. Nearly stoichiometric composition was obtained for CZTS films coated at pH 2 and 2.5. I-V characterization of the film with indium tin oxide (ITO) substrate in the presence and the absence of light source indicate that the resistance decrease significantly in the presence of light indicating suitability of the deposits for solar cell applications. Results of electrochemical impedance spectroscopic studies reveal that the cathodic process for sulfur reduction is the slowest among all the elements.

• 대한화학회지
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• 제65권3호
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• pp.203-208
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• 2021

As part of our attempt to discover novel active compounds against multi-drug resistant pathogens, we hereby report two new complexes of iron(III) with formulae: [Fe(L₁)₂(H₂O)₂]Cl₃ and [Fe(L₁)₂(L₂)(H₂O)]Cl₂ where L₁ = 1,10-phenanthroline (C₁₂H₈N₂) and L₂ = guanide (C₅H₄N₅O^-). The synthesized complexes were characterized using spectroscopic analysis (ESI-MS, ICP-OES, FT-IR, and UV-Vis), cyclic voltammetry, CHN analysis, gravimetric chloride determination, melting point determination, and conductance measurement. Octahedral geometries are assigned to both complexes. In vitro antibacterial activity was tested on two Gram-positive (Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus epidermidis) and two Gram-negative (Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae) bacteria using the disc diffusion method. The complexes demonstrated appreciable activity against these pathogens. Interestingly, the [Fe(L₁)₂(L₂)(H₂O)]Cl₂ complex manifested a higher degree of inhibition against the drug-resistant Gram-negative bacteria than the commercially available drug, namely erythromycin.

• Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology
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• 제32권3호
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• pp.302-306
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• 2022

A chemical investigation of a culture extract from Streptomyces sp. RK85-270 led to the isolation and characterization of two new oxindoles, RK-270D (1) and E (2). The structures of 1 and 2 were determined by analyzing spectroscopic and spectrometric data from 1D and 2D NMR and High-resolution electrospray ionization mass spectrometry (HRESIMS) experiments. Compound 1 exhibited anti-angiogenic activities against human umbilical vein endothelial cells (HUVECs) without cytotoxicity. Results of Western blot analysis revealed that 1 inhibits VEGF-induced angiogenesis in the HUVECs via VEGFR2/ p38 MAPK-mediated pathway.

• Nuclear Engineering and Technology
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• 제56권2호
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• pp.477-484
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• 2024

Experimental investigations on gamma - rays attenuation parameters and dielectric spectroscopic properties were done on a polymeric mixture with chemical composition (100-x) polyethylene + x basalt, where x = 0, 1, 3, 5, 10, and 20 wt%. Using the melting blending technique,six nanocomposite polymeric samples were prepared. The linear attenuation coefficient µ of each prepared set of samples was measured using a gamma-ray spectrometer including High Purity Germanium detector (HPGe) at energies 662.5, 1173.24, and 1332.51 keV. Based on the measured values of (µ) and sample density, the other effective shielding parameters were calculated. The values of µ showed an increase with increasing the dopant ratios from 0.0 up to 20.0 wt%. In addition, the µ values decreased with the photon's energy. The µ values were found 0.0847 up to 0.1175 cm^-1, 0.0571 up to 0.0855 cm^-1, and 0.0543 up to 0.075 cm^-1 at 662.5, 1173.24, and 1332.51 keV. for B0 up to B20, respectively. The ATR spectroscopy was done on the prepared samples, and a good evidence of adding the filler to the pure polyethylene (HDPE) was obtained. Besides, an enhancement in dielectric constant by insertion of basalt NPs also recorded and can be attributed to the large dielectric constant of basalt compared to pure HDPE.

• Journal of Radiation Protection and Research
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• 제49권2호
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• pp.85-90
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• 2024

Background: This study focuses on the fabrication and characterization of quasi-hemispherical Cd_0.9Zn_0.1Te (CZT) detector for gamma-ray spectroscopy applications, aiming to contribute to advancements in radiation measurement and research. Materials and Methods: A CZT ingot was grown using the vertical Bridgman technique, followed by proper fabrication processes including wafering, polishing, chemical etching, electrode deposition, and passivation. Response properties were evaluated under various external bias voltages using gamma-ray sources such as Co-57, Ba-133, and Cs-137. Results and Discussion: The fabricated quasi-hemispherical CZT detector demonstrated sufficient response properties across a wide range of gamma-ray energies, with sufficient energy resolution and peak distinguishability. Higher external bias voltages led to improved performance in terms of energy resolution and peak shape. However, further improvements in defect properties are necessary to enhance detector performance under low bias conditions. Conclusion: This study underscores the efficacy of quasi-hemispherical CZT detector for gamma-ray spectroscopy, providing valuable insights for enhancing their capabilities in radiation research field.

• 분석과학
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• 제37권4호
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• pp.239-250
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• 2024

This study reports the synthesis of a bi-dentate Schiff base ligand (L), 7-(2-((2-formylbenzylidene) amino)-2-phenylacetamido)-3-methyl-8-oxo-5-thia-1-azabicyclo[4.2.0]oct-2-ene-2-carboxylic acid, prepared from phthalaldehyde and cephalexin antibiotic. The synthesized Schiff base ligand (L) and the secondary ligand alizarin (Az) are used to prepare the new complexes [M(Az)₂(L)] and [Cr(Az)₂(L)]Cl, where M = Mn(II), Co(II), Ni(II), Cu(II), and Zn(II). The mode of bonding of the Schiff base has been characterized by UV-Visible, FT-IR, Mass, ¹H-, and ¹³C-NMR spectroscopic techniques, and micro elemental analysis (CHNS). The complexes were characterized using UV-Vis, FT-IR, molar conductance, magnetic moment, and thermal analysis (TG/DTG). The molar conductance data revealed that the complexes are non-electrolytes except for [Cr(L)(Az)₂]Cl, which is an electrolytic type 1:1. The Schiff base and its complexes have been tested for their biological activity against two strains of bacteria and one fungus. When screened against gram-positive and gram-negative pathogens, the Az and L ligands and their complexes showed potential antimicrobial activity.

• Journal of Radiation Protection and Research
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• 제28권3호
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• pp.165-172
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• 2003

본 연구에서는 국내 원자력발전소가 위치한 지역의 토양(영광, 울진, 고리, 고성, 월성)에 존재하는 휴믹산(HA)을 추출하여 각 시료의 원소성분 및 분광학적 방법(UV/Vis, IR, CPMAS $^{13}C$ NMR)을 이용한 물질 특성을 조사하였고, Aldrich HA과 함께 비교 분석하였다. 분자량 크기 분포의 차이는 한외여과법을 이용하여 조사하였다. 원소분석 결과, 울진 지역의 HA에서 가장 높은 산소 함량비를 보였으며, 고리와 고성지역의 HA에서 상대적으로 낮은 산소 함량비를 보였다(O/C: 0.51(UJHA) vs. 0.43(KRHA), 0.46(KSHA)). 분자량 크기 분포는 울진과 영광 지역의 HA가 고리와 고성 지역의 HA에 비하여 30,000 daltons이상의 고분자가 더 높게 존재함을 알 수 있었다. CPMAS $^{13}C$ NMR, UV/Vis., IR 등의 분광학적 특성분석 결과, 울진과 영광 지역의 HA가 고리, 고성 및 월성 지역의 HA에 비하여 상대적으로 높은 방향족성(aromaticity)과 산소 포함 작용기의 함량이 높은 특성을 보였다. 이상의 결과로 볼 때, 울진과 영광지역의 HA가 상대적으로 더 높은 휴믹화(humification) 단계의 물질 특성을 가짐을 알 수 있었으며, 금속이온과의 반응성이 더 높을 것으로 예측된다.

• 보존과학회지
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• 제28권2호
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• pp.165-173
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• 2012

본 연구에서는 고대 먹의 과학적이고 체계적인 분석을 통해 선조들의 조묵방법 및 기술을 파악하는 것이 연구의 목적이다. 고목재와 고문서의 묵서부의 먹을 분석한 결과 다음과 같은 결론을 얻었다. 고목재(창덕궁 신선원전 적심)를 연륜연대분석한 결과 1899년에 벌채된 것으로 나타났으며, 따라서 고목재에 씌어진 먹의 연대를 추정할 수가 있었다. 고대 먹 원료인 그을음의 단일입자크기는 고목재의 경우 평균 107nm로 가장 크게 분석되었고, 12개의 고문서의 경우 38~86nm범위를 나타냈다. 응집체입자크기 분석 결과 고목재의 경우 평균 370nm로 단일입자크기와 같이 가장 크게 분석되었으며, 고문서의 경우 평균 206~318nm로 분석되었고, 단일입자크기와 응집체입자크기 간에는 같은 경향의 분포를 나타내었다. 단일입자크기와 응집체입자크기로 그을음의 원료를 분석할 수가 있을 것으로 생각되었다. 고목재와 고문서 묵서부분의 박편상먹의 적외선 및 라만 분광분석에서는 목재나 종이의 간섭으로 먹 입자의 스펙트럼을 얻을 수 없었다. 고목재에서 분리한 분말먹의 라만 분광분석에서는 현대 송연 그을음과 유사한 라만 스펙트럼패턴을 보여, 송연먹으로 추정할 수 있었다.

• 분석과학
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• 제15권4호
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• pp.373-380
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• 2002

본 연구는 토양에 침적된 방사능 물질의 거동에 부식산이 미치는 영향을 평가하기 위한 기초연구로서 깊이별 토양에 존재하는 휴믹산과 풀빅산을 추출하여 그 특성을 분석하였다. 휴믹산과 풀빅산의 분자량 분포는 한외여과법을 이용하여 조사하였으며, 분광학적 특성으로는 자외선-가시광선, 적외선 및 형광분광 분석을 실시하였다. 휴믹산의 주요 분자량 분포 영역은 30~100 kDa (46~56%)이었으며, 풀빅산은 10~30 kDa (33~43%) 이었다. 토양 깊이가 증가할수록 휴믹산과 풀빅산 분자의 분자량은 전체적으로 감소하는 경향을 보였다. 자외선-가시광선 분석 결과, 휴믹산이 풀빅산에 비하여 전체적으로 1.4~1.5배 더 높은 흡광계수 (280 nm)를 나타내었고, 휴믹산의 경우 토양 깊이가 증가할수록 흡광계수가 증가하였다. Synchronous 형광 분석 결과, 휴믹산과 풀빅산의 방향족 고리화합물은 428 nm 영역 (type 1)과 498 nm 영역 (type II)에서의 형광피크에 해당하는 두 가지 특성 구조를 가짐을 알 수 있었다. 휴믹산 분자는 대부분 장파장 영역 (type II)에서의 방향족 고리구조 특성을 보였으며, 휴믹산과 풀빅산 모두 토양층의 깊이가 증가할수록 장파장 영역의 방향족 고리 특성이 증가하는 경향을 보였다. 적외선 분석 결과, 풀빅산이 휴믹산에 비해 카르복실기 (${\sim}1720cm^{-1}$)의 피크세기가 높았으며, 토양 깊이가 증가할수록 휴믹산과 풀빅산분자의 카르복실기의 피크세기가 증가하는 특성을 보였다.