• 인간식물환경학회지
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• 제22권1호
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• pp.31-38
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• 2019

Experiments were carried out to investigate the effects of mosses on the removal of particulate matter (PM 10) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in an indoor space and on the composition of air. For particulate matter removal experiments, 0.2 g mosquitto coil was burned in a glass chamber, where three kinds of mosses (Plagiomnium cuspidatum, Myuroclada maximowiczii, Etodon luridus) were placed. For VOCs removal experiments, 1 mL paint thinner was volatilized in a glass chamber, where Plagiomnium cuspidatum and Myuroclada maximowiczii were used. As a result, it was found that particulate matter was effectively removed by the three mosses, and the removal efficiency of particulate matter increased as the amount of mosses increased. The amount of VOCs was similar to the level in the control when a low amount of mosses (2 and 4 plates) was used. However, the removal efficiency of VOCs was significant when 6 plates of mosses were used. On the other hand, formaldehyde concentration was 40 times more than the control and carbon monoxide 30 times, when 0.2 g of mosquito repellent was completely burned in a glass chamber. Also formaldehyde removal effect was significant when 6 plates of mosses were placed. However, there was no change in the concentration of indoor oxygen, temperature and humidity by moss plants. In conclusion, the moss plants were effective in removing particulate matter and VOCs, and they are expected to be used for indoor decoration and landscape in order to improve indoor air quality in the future.

• Current Photovoltaic Research
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• 제12권1호
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• pp.1-5
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• 2024

Perovskite solar cells have exhibited a remarkable increase in efficiency from an initial 3.8% to 26.1%, marking a significant advancement. However, challenges persist in the commercialization of perovskite solar cells due to their low stability with respect to humidity, light exposure, and temperature. Moreover, the instability of the organic charge transport layer underscores the need for exploring inorganic alternatives. In the manufacturing process of the perovskite solar cells' oxide charge transport layer, ultraviolet-ozone (UVO) treatment is commonly applied to enhance the wettability of the perovskite solution. The UVO treatment on metal oxides has proven effective in suppressing surface oxygen vacancies and removing surface organic contaminants. This study focused on the characterization of nickel oxide as the hole transport material in perovskite solar cells, specifically investigating the impact of UVO treatment on film properties. Through this analysis, changes induced by the UVO treatment were observed, and consequent alterations in the device characteristics were identified.

• 한국의류산업학회지
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• 제26권1호
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• pp.123-136
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• 2024

This study aimed to assess the mobility and thermal comfort of personal protective equipment (PPE) among female healthcare workers, taking into account wearers' physique and PPE protection levels. A total of 16 participants (age: 26.3 ± 8.3 y, height: 161.5 ± 7.3 cm, body weight: 57.1 ± 11.0 kg, BMI: 21.9 ± 3.6), representing diverse body types, underwent four PPE conditions: L (Low_Plastic gown ensemble), M (Medium_Tyvek 400), H (High_Tyvek 800J with Powered Air Purifying Respirator [PAPR]), and E (Extremely high_Tychem 2000 with PAPR, Bib apron, and Chemical-resistant gloves). The mobility protocol consisted of 10 different tasks in addition to donning and doffing. The 10 tasks were repeated twice at an air temperature of 24.3 ± 0.1℃, 59±4%RH. Findings revealed a disproportionate relationship between PPE protection and wearer discomfort. Significant differences in clothing microclimate and total sweat rate were observed between the lowest (L) and highest (E) protection levels (p < 0.01), while distinctions among medium levels were inconclusive. Subjective evaluations favored conditions H and L over M and E (p < 0.05), indicating reduced heat, and humidity, increased comfort, and lower exertion. Instances of mobility discomfort, specially in the small body type group, underscored the need for a suitable PPE size system for Korean adult female medical workers. Furthermore, enhancements in gloves, shoe cover, and PAPR hood designs are essential for improving ease of movement and preventing hindrance.

• 의료ㆍ복지 건축 : 한국의료복지건축학회 논문집
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• 제30권3호
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• pp.67-74
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• 2024

Purpose: The identification and quantification of indoor airborne contaminants, including bio-aerosols, particulates, and gaseous contaminants, are crucial for maintaining acceptable indoor air quality for hospital operating rooms (ORs). Laparoscopic surgery has become widely accepted for various surgical procedures due to its rapid recovery rate and the low risk associated with small incisions compared to conventional open surgery. The objective of this study is to investigate the indoor air quality in hospital ORs and to identify indoor airborne contaminants generated during laparoscopic surgery. Methods: Measurements of an indoor environment, including temperature, humidity and air quality, were performed in an OR before and during a laparoscopic surgery. Indoor airborne contaminants, including volatile organic compounds (VOCs), formaldehyde, carbon monoxide (CO), carbon dioxide (CO₂), sulfur dioxide (SO₂), nitrogen dioxide (NO₂), suspended indoor particles, and airborne bacteria, were measured simultaneously. Results: The study determined that the concentrations of indoor air particles and airborne bacteria increased during the surgery but were within acceptable levels. However, the concentration of CO₂, reached a high level of 1,791 ppm due to the CO₂ gas required for maintaining the pneumoperitoneum during the surgery. Implications: The results emphasized the use of ventilation and filtration in a laparoscopic surgery room to lower the concentration of filterable and non-filterable contaminants.

• 대한원격탐사학회지
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• 제34권3호
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• pp.519-533
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• 2018

2014년부터 2017년까지 4년의 기간 동안 COARE 3.5 벌크 알고리즘과 위성 기반의 대기-해양 변수 자료를 이용하여 한반도 주변 해양의 현열 플럭스(Sensible Heat Flux; SHF)와 잠열 플럭스(Latent Heat Flux; LHF)를 $40W/m^2$ 산출하였다. 열 플럭스 산출에 필요한 변수 중 10-m 풍속(U)과 해수면온도($T_s$) 자료는Advanced Microwave Scanning Radiometer 2(AMSR2)와 Global Precipitation Measurement Microwave Imager(GMI) 위성 센서로부터 관측되는 값을 일 평균하여 생성하였으며, 위성으로부터 직접 관측이 되지 않는 대기 온도($T_a$)와 대기 비습($Q_a$)은 위성 기반의 W 및 $T_s$와 갖는 상관성을 이용하여 경험적 통계식을 통해 추정하였다. 추정된 $T_a$와 $Q_a$는 해양 부이에서 관측된 값과 각각 0.96 이상의 높은 상관성을 보였다. 위성 기반으로 관측 및 추정된 대기-해양 변수 자료들을 이용해 한반도 주변 해양(서해, 동해, 남해)의 SHF와 LHF를 산출하였고 월평균 시공간분포의 특성을 확인하였다. SHF는 3월부터 8월까지 한반도 전 해역에 걸쳐 $20W/m^2$의 낮은 값을 보였으며, 특히 7월에는 일부 해양에서 $0W/m^2$ 이하의 낮은 값을 보였다. SHF는 9월부터 점차 증가하여 12월에 가장 높은 값이 나타났다. LHF는 4월부터 7월까지 $40W/m^2$ 정도의 낮은 값을 보이다가 가을철부터 급격히 증가하여 SHF과 마찬가지로 12월에 남해에서 최대 $380W/m^2$ 이상의 높은 값을 보였다. 두 열 플럭스는 모두 쿠로시오 난류가 지나가는 지역에서 연중 높은 값을 나타냈다. 해양 플럭스에 영향을 미치는 대기-해양 변수의 월평균 특성을 분석한 결과 SHF와 LHF는 각각 대기-해양 온도 차이(${\Delta}T$)와 비습 차이(${\Delta}Q$)의 변화에 밀접하게 연관되며, 겨울철에는 U에 대한 민감도가 증가하여 현열 및 잠열 플럭스가 겨울철에 가장 큰 값을 보이는 것에 기여한 것으로 분석된다.

• 대한지리학회지
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• 제41권5호
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• pp.527-544
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• 2006

본 연구는 우리나라 실정에 맞는 여름철 강한 무더위인 열파(Heat Wave)를 정의하고, 각 강도별 장기간(1973-2006) 평균적인 열파 발생빈도의 시공간적 분포 특징을 밝히고자 하였다. 고온다습한 한반도 여름몬순 기후하에서 체감온도와 사망자의 관계를 분석하여, 최소 $32.5^{\circ}C$ 및 $35.5^{\circ}C,\;38.5^{\circ}C,\;41.5^{\circ}C$의 일최고 열지수(Heat Index)가 3일간 지속되었을 때를 더운기간(Hot Spell) 및 열파(Heat Wave), 강한열파(Strong Heat Wave), 매우강한열파(Extreme Heat Wave) 발생일로 정의하였다. 이를 바탕으로 모든 단계별 열파 연평균 발생빈도를 살펴보면, 해발고도가 높은 고지대나 바다에 인접한 도서지역에서는 낮게 나타나는 반면, 주요 대하천에 인접한 내륙 저지대에서는 연평균 열파 발생빈도 뿐만 아니라 연구기간중 연 최다 열파 발생일수도 장마휴지기(7월 하순-8월 초순)를 중심으로 높게 나타난다 연구기간(1973-2006) 동안 각 단계별 열파일 발생빈도에는 뚜렷한 변화가 없었으나, 더운기간 (Hot Spell)의 최고 발생빈도를 기록한 연도는 1970년대에, 열파(Heat Waves)와 강한열파(Strong Heat Wave)의 최고 발생빈도를 기록한 연도는 1990년대에 각 집중되어 나타났다. 한편, 우리나라의 열파 발생시에는 기온 이외에도 습도의 부가적인 영향이 $4.3-9.5^{\circ}C$ 정도 열파(Heat Wave)의 강도를 높이고 있음을 알 수 있다. 이러한 연구 결과들은 우리나라에 맞는 국가 열파 경보 체계를 구축하는데 기초자료로써 활용될 수 있을 것으로 생각된다.커마 세기를 구할 수 있었다. 이러한 물 흡수선량을 통한 Ir-192 선원의 검교정 방법들은 미국의학물리학회(AAPM) 보고서 TG-43에서 권고한 흡수선량 계산 알고리즘에 바로 적용할 수 있는 것으로 사료된다. 성장 억제 작용은 G0/Gl기를 지체시켜 암세포 증식을 억제하고 apoptosis에 의해 암세포를 사멸시키는 항암 활성을 나타내는 것으로 확인되었으며, 특허 AO가 AG보다 현저한 활성을 보였다. 더 나아가 아가리쿠스 $\beta$-glucan (AG)과 올리고당류 (AO)는 항암 활성을 가진 대체 의약 소재로 개발될 수 있을 것으로 기대된다.eruginosa rhlI의 경우 단일배양보다 혼합배양시 최고 약 40배, P. aeruginosa lasI의 경우 최고 약 250배 그리고 S. aureus luxS의 경우는 단일배양보다 혼합배양시 최고 약 5배 이상 mRNA 발현량이 증가하였다. 또한 세 균주의 4가지 유전자 중 P. aeruginosa의 rhlI와 lasI의 mRNA가 가장 많은 양으로 발현됨을 확인하였다.석되었다. 6. 연 강수량이 17.4% 증가해 월별 평균 강수량 변화가 가장 큰 시나리오 Al은 연 유출량이 24.6% 증가하고, 유사량과 TN, IP 부하량은 각각 60.1%, 14.4%, 27.1%증가하는 것으로 나타났으며, 이에 비하여 연 강수량 증가가 2.5%로 가장 작은 시나리오 B1의 연 유출량 변화는 -0.4% 감소하는 것으로 나타났고, 유사량과 TN, TP 부하량은 각각 14.6%, 3.0%, 7.2% 증가하는 것으로 모의되었다. 7. 강우 발생 일수 변화를 가정한 시나리오에 대한 모의 결과, 연강우일수가 약 10일 감소한 A1-1, A2-1, B1-1, B2-1의 경우, 강우 일수 감소 이전과 연 유출량 변화는 거의

• 한국수자원학회논문집
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• 제54권8호
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• pp.577-587
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• 2021

가뭄은 수개월, 수년 이상에 걸쳐 서서히 발생 및 지속되며, 식생에 대한 피해가 발생할 때까지 확실한 인식이 어렵다. 최근에는 기후변화에 따른 기상이변 및 기온상승 등으로 인하여 가뭄의 발생빈도가 증가하고 있으며, 기상 이상으로 몇 주 또는 몇 달 이내 빠르게 발전하는 가뭄을 확인할 수 있다. '돌발가뭄(Flash Drought)은 일반적인 가뭄과 달리 비교적 짧은 기간 동안 표면온도의 상승과 비정상적으로 낮고 빠르게 감소하는 토양수분으로 인하여 식생에 대한 극심한 스트레스를 유발하면서 광범위한 작물 손실 및 용수공급 감소 등에 대한 피해를 야기하는 가뭄으로 정의된다. 짧은 기간의 급속하게 발생하는 (rapid-onset) 돌발가뭄은 발생원인인 토양수분함량의 감소와 강수의 부족, 낮은 습도, 고온 및 강풍 등으로 인한 증발 수요의 증가 등과 유사한 관계가 있기 때문에 농업 및 자연 생태계에 미치는 영향이 크며, 발생원인 또한 농업가뭄의 범주에 속하기 때문에 이에 대한 모니터링이 필수적이다. 본 연구에서는 증발산량을 활용한 위성영상 기반 가뭄지수인 증발스트레스지수(Evaporative Stress Index, ESI)를 활용하여 국내의 돌발가뭄 감지 조건을 제시하였으며, 표준강수지수, 토양수분, 최고기온, 상대습도, 풍속, 강수량 등과 비교를 통하여 돌발가뭄사상의 수문기상학적 특성에 대하여 분석하였다. 돌발가뭄 발생 이전 8주간을 기준으로 상관분석하였으며, ESI와 표준강수지수, 토양수분, 최고기온에 대하여 0.8(-0.8) 이상의 높은 상관관계를 보였다. 본 연구를 통하여 아직 명확하게 정의되지 않은 돌발가뭄에 대한 유형별 분석 및 국내 돌발가뭄의 수문기상학적 특성을 파악하였으며, 위성영상 기반 가뭄지수인 증발스트레스지수는 돌발가뭄사상의 모니터링에 활용될 수 있을 것으로 판단된다.

• Asian-Australasian Journal of Animal Sciences
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• 제29권5호
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• pp.739-746
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• 2016

A total of 152 pig farms were randomly selected from the five provinces in South Korea. During the experiment, the average temperature and relative humidity was $24.7^{\circ}C$ and 74% in summer and $2.4^{\circ}C$ and 53% in winter, respectively. The correlation between floor space allowance (FSA) and productivity index was analyzed, including non-productive sow days (NPD), number of weaners (NOW), survival rate (SR), appearance rate of A-grade pork (ARA), and days at a slaughter weight of 110 kg (d-SW) at different growth stages. The objectives of the present study were i) to determine the effect of FSA on the pig productivity index and ii) to suggest the minimum FSA for pigs based on scientific baseline data. For the pregnant sow, NPD could be decreased if pregnant sows were raised with a medium level (M) of FSA (3.10 to $3.67m^2/head$) while also keeping the pig house clean which improves hygiene, and operating the ventilation system properly. For the farrowing sows, the NOW tended to decrease as the FSA increased. Similarly, a high level of FSA (H) is significantly negative with weaner SR of farrowing sows (p-value = 0.017), indicating this FSA tends to depress SR. Therefore, a FSA of 2.30 to $6.40m^2/head$ (very low) could be appropriate for weaners because a limited space can provide a sense of security and protection from external interruptions. The opposite trend was observed that an increase in floor space (> $1.12m^2/head$ leads to increase the SR of growing pigs. For the fattening pigs, H level of FSA was negatively correlated with SR, but M level of FSA was positively correlated with SR, indicating that SR tended to increase with the FSA of 1.10 to $1.27m^2/head$. In contrast, ARA of male fattening pigs showed opposite results. H level of FSA (1.27 to $1.47m^2/head$) was suggested to increase productivity because ARA was most affected by H level of space allowance with positive correlation ($R^2=0.523$). The relationship between the FSA and d-SW of fattening pigs was hard to identify because of the low $R^2$ value. However, the farms that provided a relatively large floor space (1.27 to $1.54m^2/head$) during the winter period showed d-SW was significantly and negatively affected by FSA.

• Asian-Australasian Journal of Animal Sciences
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• 제27권11호
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• pp.1652-1662
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• 2014

The present study investigated the optimum blending condition of protected fat, choline and yeast culture for lowering of rumen temperature. The Box Benken experimental design, a fractional factorial arrangement, and response surface methodology were employed. The optimum blending condition was determined using the rumen simulated in vitro fermentation. An additive formulated on the optimum condition contained 50% of protected fat, 25% of yeast culture, 5% of choline, 7% of organic zinc, 6.5% of cinnamon, and 6.5% of stevioside. The feed additive was supplemented at a rate of 0.1% of diet (orchard grass:concentrate, 3:7) and compared with a control which had no additive. The treatment resulted in lower volatile fatty acid (VFA) concentration and biogas than the control. To investigate the effect of the optimized additive and feed energy levels on rumen and rectal temperatures, four rumen cannulated Hanwoo (Korean native beef breed) steers were in a $4{\times}4$ Latin square design. Energy levels were varied to low and high by altering the ratio of forage to concentrate in diet: low energy (6:4) and high energy (4:6). The additive was added at a rate of 0.1% of the diet. The following parameters were measured; feed intake, rumen and rectal temperatures, ruminal pH and VFA concentration. This study was conducted in an environmentally controlled house with temperature set at $30^{\circ}C$ and relative humidity levels of 70%. Steers were housed individually in raised crates to facilitate collection of urine and feces. The adaptation period was for 14 days, 2 days for sampling and 7 days for resting the animals. The additive significantly reduced both rumen (p<0.01) and rectal temperatures (p<0.001) without depressed feed intake. There were interactions (p<0.01) between energy level and additive on ruminal temperature. Neither additive nor energy level had an effect on total VFA concentration. The additive however, significantly increased (p<0.01) propionate and subsequently had lower acetate:propionate (A/P) ratios than non-additive supplementation. High concentrate diets had significantly lower pH. Interactions between energy and additive were observed (p<0.01) in ammonia nitrogen production. Supplementation of diets with the additive resulted in lower rumen and rectal temperatures, hence the additive showed promise in alleviating undesirable effects of heat stress in cattle.

• Journal of Animal Science and Technology
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• 제62권5호
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• pp.659-667
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• 2020

This study was conducted to evaluate the effects of different levels of crude protein (CP) and protease on nitrogen (N) utilization, nutrient digestibility, and growth performance in growing pigs. A total of six crossbred ([Landrace × Yorkshire] × Duroc) barrows were individually accepted in 1.2 m × 0.7 m × 0.96 m stainless steel metabolism cages. The pigs (average initial body weight of 27.91 ± 1.84 kg) randomly assigned to six diets with six weeks (6 × 6 Latin square design). The experiment was carried out in an environment with a temperature of 23 ± 1.5℃, a relative humidity of 83 ± 2.3% and a wind speed of 0.25 ± 0.03 m/s. The dietary treatments were arranged in a 2 × 3 factorial design with two levels of CP (15.3% or 17.1%) and three levels of protease (0 ppm, 150 ppm, or 300 ppm). The average daily gain and gain to feed ratio (G:F) tended to increase (p = 0.074) with increasing amounts of protease. The low CP level diet reduced (p < 0.050) urinary and fecal N concentrations, the total N excretion in feces, and increased (p < 0.050) N retention. Different protease levels in the diet did not affect (p > 0.05) at N intake, but supplementation of the diets with 300 ppm protease decreased (p < 0.050) the N concentration in urine and feces and tended to increase (p = 0.061) the percentage of N retention retained of the total N intake. The dietary CP level did not affect (p > 0.050) the apparent total tract digestibility (ATTD) of dry matter, digestible energy (DE), and metabolic energy (ME), but diet supplementation with 300 ppm protease showed higher (p < 0.050) ATTD of DE and ME than in the protease-free diet. Therefore, a low protein diet with protease could improve the utilization of nitrogen, thereby reducing the negative effect of N excretion into the environment while maintaining or increasing growth performance compared to a high protein diet.