• The Journal of the Korea institute of electronic communication sciences
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• v.13 no.2
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• pp.277-290
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• 2018

Wind data observed by wind profiler provide wind vectors with the altitudes using PCL1300, wind computation program. As a result of application with parameters set in program currently, it is difficult to compute wind vectors in the upper air over 3 km. This id because a very strict criterion for parameters removes large amounts of data. In this study, therefore, we improve the methods of application by resetting parameters to expand data collection area of wind vectors and reduce underestimation. Although the acquisition rate of the wind vector increased from 72.2% to 92.2%, the RMSE of the wind speed maintained 1.5 m/s - 3.1 m/s, which is less than 15% of the error rate at each altitude.

• Journal of Korean Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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• v.1 no.1
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• pp.37-42
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• 2002

Purpose : To report a short-term clinical results and technical method of thermal shrinkage with radiofrequency device for anterior and posterior cruciate ligament laxity which is not suitable to indications of reconstructive surgery. Materials and Methods : Nine cases of anterior cruciate ligament injuries (ACL), 5 cases of posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injuries and 3 cases of combined anterior and posterior cruciate ligament injuries, in which the condition is not indicated as reconstructive surgery, are investigated. The follow-up period averaged 6 months. Results : Instability in living activity, limping and pain were improved with excellent results. But, posterior cruciate ligament thermal shrinkage revealed as recurrent knee laxity progressively Conclusions : The result of thermal shrinkage for partial tear of cruciated ligament was excellent. We believe this procedure is applicable to partial tear of the ACL or PCL which reconstructive surgery is not indicated. Long-term follow-up results were needed.

• Korean Journal of Plant Taxonomy
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• v.34 no.3
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• pp.205-220
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• 2004

Numerical analysis based on the 67 morphological characters from 28 populations of 6 species of Korean Rhus sensu lato (Anacardiaceae) was performed for the taxonomic delimitation. Based on the results of PCA with 47 quantitative characters, the sum of contributions for the total variance of three major principal components was 77,9% (PCl 35.2%, PC2 22.5% and PC3 20.2%). The sum of contributions for the total variance of three major principal components were 90,7% (PCl 37.7%, PC2 33.0% and PC3 20.0%) based on the results of PCA with 20 qualitative The characters. Two dimensional plotting from PCA results recognized six distinct species. UPGMA phenogram based on simple matching coefficient method recognized clear taxonomic delimitations among six taxa. On the cluster analysis, qualitative characters were more useful for grouping the species treated. Numerical analysis was very valuable to delimit the Korean taxa of Rhus s.l.

• Journal of the Korean Arthroscopy Society
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• v.3 no.1
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• pp.9-16
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• 1999

Purpose : We have evaluated the outcome of the operative treatment of PCL rupture using the achilles tendon allograft. Materials and Methods : A retrospective study was completed for 30-PCL reconstruction cases, using the achilles tendon allograft from september 1996 to march 1998. There was an average follow up of 24 months, with range of 12 to 50 months. Results : The active range of motion was improved postoperatively. The Lysholm Knee Score was improved from a mean of 54 points preoperatively to 87 points postoerative 18 months. The "Cybex 340 isometric test" revealed satisfactory results compared with autograft. Conclusions : Use of allograft for recostruction of the PCL is an attractive option because it precludes the harvesting of autogenous tissue in a knee that is already at risk for patellofemoral and tibiofemoral osteoarthrosis.

• Journal of Life Science
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• v.19 no.10
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• pp.1444-1450
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• 2009

The number of patients with immune- mediated dermatitis such as contact dermatitis is increasing year by year. Allergic contact dermatitis is a complex phenomenon that involves resident epidermal cells, fibroblasts, and endothelial cells, as well as invading leukocytes that interact with each other under the control of a network of cytokines and lipid mediators. It is a cell-mediated immune reaction, which occurs after susceptible individuals are exposed to sensitizing chemicals, and characteristic eczematous reaction is seen at the point of contact with an allergen. In this study, we investigated the allergy prevention effects of quercetin on mast cell-mediated allergic inflammation in BALB/c mice. BALB/c mice were sensitized with 40 ${\mu}l$ of 1.5% picryl choloride (PCL) to the left and right ear each. Total serum IgE levels and histamine levels were measured by the sandwich ELISA method using mouse IgE, histamine measuring kit. For histopathological examination, paraffin sections were stained with hematoxylin and eosin(HE) or toluidine blue(TB). Ear swelling responses were much weaker in the high-dose group (100 mg/kg) than the control group (0 mg/kg). The number of mast cells showed a significant decrease in the high-dose group (100 mg/kg) compared to the control group (0 mg/kg). Degranulation of mast cells was also confirmed by Toluidine Blue (TB) staining method. Both total serum IgE and histamine levels were significantly decreased in the high-dose group (100 mg/kg) compared to other groups. These findings suggest a certain relationship between the elevation of IgE, histamine levels and the degranulation of mast cells. These results show that the pharmacological actions of quercetin indicate its potential activity for prevention of allergic inflammatory diseases through the down-regulation of mast cell activation.

• Bulletin of the Korean Chemical Society
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• v.11 no.1
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• pp.7-10
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• 1990

The interaction of tetraphenylphthalic anhydride with o-chlorotoluene under Friedel-Craft condition gives 2-(4-chloro-3-methyl)benzoyl-3,4,5,6-tetraphenyl benzoic acid(1), which on reaction with hydrazine derivatives gave phthalazinones (2a-d). The behaviour of (2a) towards carbon electrophiles and carbon nucleophiles has been investigated. The chlorophthalazinones (4a) also has been synthesized from the action of $PCl_5/POCl_3$ on (2a). The behaviour of (4a) towards nitrogen, and oxygen nucleophiles also have been described.

• Journal of Yeungnam Medical Science
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• v.37 no.1
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• pp.32-39
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• 2020

Background: Rhinoplasty is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic surgery procedures. Most Asians desire elevation of their relatively flat nasal dorsum and tip to make them appear more prominent. This study introduces a simple method of nasal tip plasty using three-dimensional (3D)-printed polycaprolactone (PCL) (Smart Ball^®), which provides the required length and volume for this purpose and enables the creation of a nasal tip of the desired shape in a safe and simple manner. Methods: Between September 2014 and May 2017, 22 patients participated in a survey to assess postoperative satisfaction levels. Additionally, three plastic surgeons compared patients' pre- and 1-year postoperative photographs to evaluate the results. All patients underwent 2- to 4-year postoperative follow-up. Results: Levels of subjective satisfaction among patients were 3.59, 3.50, 3.82, 3.73, 3.55, and 3.82 for each of the 6 categories evaluated, with a mean of 3.67/4 points, indicating high satisfaction levels. The mean plastic surgeon-reported score for the 22 patients was 4.47/5 points, which also indicates highly successful outcomes. Postoperative nasal tip rotation and tip projection were ideal in most patients. Conclusion: Our novel method using 3D-printed PCL (Smart Ball^®) provides the optimal length and volume required for nasal tip plasty and enables the creation of a nasal tip of the desired shape, in a safe and simple manner. An advantage of our method is that it retains the original nasal structure in contrast to structural changes observed with the use of conventional methods.

• Proceedings of the Korean Society of Propulsion Engineers Conference
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• 1996.11a
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• pp.3-11
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• 1996

본 연구는 고체 추진기관의 각종 밀봉 부에 많이 사용되는 O-링의 설계시 고려되는 각종 형상인자의 변화에 따른 O-링의 거동과 응력 상태를 분석하여 설계 최적조건을 찾기 위한 내용을 다루고 있다. 조립 부의 내외경과 조립 공차, 챔퍼길이와 각도, 조립 홈의 외경, 깊이, 폭, 구성반경, O-링의 내경과 선 직경 등의 설계 변수에 의한 조립부 형상과 재료의 물성치, 유한요소 선택 및 요소 분할, 경계조건, 하중조건, 접촉부 정의 등을 MSC/PATRAN3의 $PCL^{[1]}$/로 프로그래밍 하여 설계변수에 의한 결과 분석을 손쉽게 수행할 수 있도록 시도하였다 고무의 Hyperelastic 물성치는 문헌상의 자료$자료^{[2]}$에 제시된 Ogden 상수를 사용하였으며 추후에는 인장시험, 순수전단시험, 이 축 인장시험을 통해 실험적으로 측정$^{[3]}$ 하여 적용할 예정이다. 고무의 대변형, 대 변형률을 고려한 비선형 응력해석은 MSC/PATRAN3의 Advanced FEA 모듈과 ABAQUS 5.5를 사용하였다. 본 연구에서의 해석결과를 설계변수들의 영향을 비교 분석하는데 사용하였으나 그 정확도가 입증된 상태는 아니며 추후 실제 조립 및 수압시험을 통해 평가할 예정이다.

• Korean Chemical Engineering Research
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• v.61 no.4
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• pp.570-575
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• 2023

Targeted anticancer drug delivery systems are needed to enhance therapeutic efficacy by selectively delivering drugs to tumor cells while minimizing off-target effects, improving treatment outcomes and reducing toxicity. In this study, a silica-based nanocarrier capable of targeting drug delivery to cancer cells was developed. First, silica nanoparticles were synthesized by the Stöber method using the surfactant cetyltrimethylammonium bromide (CTAB). Increasing the ratio of EtOH in the solvent produced uniformly spherical silica nanoparticles. Washing the nanoparticles removed unreacted residues, resulting in a non-toxic carrier for drug delivery in cells. Upon surface modification, the pH-responsive polymer, polyethyleneimine (PEI) exhibited slow doxorubicin release at pH 7.4 and accelerated release at pH 5.5. By exploiting this feature, we developed a system capable of targeted drug release in the acidic tumor microenvironment.

• Journal of Oriental Neuropsychiatry
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• v.35 no.2
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• pp.205-216
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• 2024

Objectives: To evaluate the effectiveness of Mindfulness & Loving Beingness (M&L) psychotherapy combined with traditional Korean medicine in treating acute sleep disorders in patients hospitalized following traffic accidents. Methods: We applied traditional Korean medicine treatments in conjunction with various mindfulness meditation techniques from M&L therapy, including Resource Mindfulness and Nourishment Brief Therapy. This study was conducted on three patients who reported acute sleep disorder symptoms on the first day of hospitalization following a traffic accident. The effectiveness of these interventions was assessed using the PTSD Checklist for DSM-5 (PCL-5-K), Insomnia Severity Index (ISI), EuroQol 5-Dimension (EQ-5D), Numerical Rating Scale (NRS), and Patient Global Impression of Change (PGIC). Results: ISI and PCL-5-K scores showed significant improvements after treatment, indicating reduced sleep disturbances and stress symptoms. Additionally, EQ-5D and PGIC scores were enhanced, reflecting an overall improvement in quality of life. Conclusions: This study suggests that integrating M&L therapy with traditional Korean medicine could significantly improve symptoms in patients with acute sleep disorders following traffic accidents.