• KOREAN JOURNAL OF PACKAGING SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
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• v.23 no.3
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• pp.133-141
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• 2017

This article described the development of transparent antimicrobial oxo-biodegradable (AOB) film with the function of enhanced freshness of food by employing oxo-biodegradable masterbatch (MB) and antimicrobial MB together with organic metal salt, organic acid, or unsaturated fatty acid. Antibacterial test of the AOB film with the different contents of the antimicrobial MB resulted in the significant freshness extension of plum. Tensile strength and elongation rate of the AOB films before UV treatment were similar to those of polyethylene films used as control. The reduced mechanical properties of AOB film after UV treatment (340 nm) suggested that the AOB film could be degraded by oxo biodegradation. The developed AOB films can effectively prevent decomposition of food by providing antibacterial function and preserving freshness.

• The monthly packaging world
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• s.151
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• pp.122-124
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• 2005

친환경에 대한 관심이 고조되고 있는 현재, 식품 제조업체와 일반 소비자들의 기대에 부응해 많은 포장재 관련 업체들이 다양한 친환경 기능성 포장재를 개발하고 있다. 특히 자연에 존재하는 미생물에 의하며 자연분해되는 친환경 생분해성 용기는 완전 생분해 된다는 점에서 많은 각광을 받아왔으며 국내 40여 개의 생분해성 플라스틱 제조업체가 옥수수전분, 밀전분, 고구마전분, 갈대펄프, 왕겨, 목재펄프 등의 순수 천연물을 원료로 천연물 용기 개발에 주력해 왔다. 그러나 그동안, 고가(高價) 등의 이유로 상용화에 어려움을 겪어왔던 것이 현실이다. 지난 6일, (주)농심 계열의 식품 포장재 전문 업체인 율촌화학(주)이 친환경 전분 발포 컵라면 용기를 개발, 공급하면서 친환경 용기에 대한 시장이 확대될것으로 전망되고 있다. 율촌화학(주) 친환경 전분발포용기 개발의 주역인 김헌무 팀장을 만나, 개발 경위와 제품에 대한 설명을 들어보았다.

• Korean Journal of Microbiology
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• v.36 no.4
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• pp.299-305
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• 2000

Degradation behavior of the three commercial biodegradable polymers, namely poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) (PHB) Sky-Green/sup R/ (SG) and Mater-Bi/sup R/ (MB) was investigated using bacteria isolated from activated sludge and farm soil. Three PHB degrading bacteria, three SG degrading bacteria and one MB degrading bacteria were isolated. The PHB degrading bacteria were identified to be Flavimonas oryzihabitans, Corynebacterium pseudodiphtheriticum and Micrococcus diversus, while Pseudomonas vesicuraris, Pasteurlla multocida and Flavobacterium odoratum were identified as SG degrading bacteria. As for MB, Pseudomonas vesicuraris was isolated. The shake flask test for 28 days indicated that the rate of biodegradation of PHB, SG and MB in terms of weight loss were about 44∼69% 25∼32% and 29% respectively. The surface morphology of PHB, SG andMB films before and after degradation by microorganisms in an activated sludge soil was observed under SEM, demonstrating that the film surface had a very porous structure, and that microorganisms colonized heavily on the film surface. TOC and pH variation as a result of abiotic hydrolysis, or microbial growth in the absence of the polymers were compared to those due to degradation by F. oryzihabitans. Abiotic hydrolysis of PHB was three times as fast as that of SG and MB. Addition of yeast extract to the basal liquid medium accelerated the biodegradation of the polymers. Biodegradation of PHB was always faster than that of SG and MB irrespectively of the presence of yeast extract in the basal liquid medium.

• Microbiology and Biotechnology Letters
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• v.50 no.4
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• pp.501-507
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• 2022

PET (Polyethylene terephthalate), a representative plastic material, has useful physicochemical properties such as high durability and economic feasibility, and is used in various industrial fields such as bottles, fibers, and containers. Due to the recent increase in plastic usage including disposable products, eco-friendly strategy using microorganisms have drawn attention differentiated from conventional landfill and incineration methods. In this study, a soil-derived Streptomyces javensis Inha503 containing a PETase gene was selected and the ability to hydrolyze PU (Polyurethane) was confirmed through agar plate diffusion assay. This strain was cultured with PET for a month, and PET decomposition ability was also confirmed through a scanning electron microscope. Moreover, cloning and heterologous expression of S. javensis Inha503 PETase gene exhibited PET activity in the PETase non-containing S. coelicolor, confirming for the first time the presence of functional PETase gene in Streptomyces species.

• KSBB Journal
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• v.27 no.4
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• pp.215-221
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• 2012

Synthetic plastics are important in many branches of industry. Although synthetic plastics provide numerous benefits, they also cause a significant environmental pollution problem because of their non-readily-biodegradability. Biodegradation may provide solution to the problem, but not enough is known about the biodegradation mechanisms of synthetic plastics. This review has been written to provide an overview of the current state of synthetic plastics (polyethylene, polyurethane, nylon, polyvinyl alcohol) biodegradation. Several biodegradation mechanisms of a few selected synthetic plastics are also presented.

• The Journal of the Convergence on Culture Technology
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• v.5 no.1
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• pp.341-346
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• 2019

The study aims to provide a study on the mixing ratios and manufacturing methods of biodegradable PLA sheets for mid - term introduction, A 3-layer process was introduced to produce a multifunctional multi-layer structure sheet having improved heat resistance, impact resistance and transparency while having anti-fogging functionality as a biodegradable PLA sheet used for the purpose of anti-fogging function. Inner layer, core layer and outer layer were mixed and extruded. The inner layer and core layer were studied for a biodegradable PLA multi-layer sheet structure having inner hardness and high heat resistance and outer layer for imparting antifogging function. By applying the results of this study, plastic PLA properties and heat-resistant temperature can be improved to replace and expand plastics.

• KOREAN JOURNAL OF PACKAGING SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
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• v.28 no.1
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• pp.23-30
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• 2022

This study investigated the characteristics for rice husk pulverization and surface modification of biomass byproducts composed of rice husk, corn extract gourd, wheat bran, and soybean curd. The size of particles of rice husk was at 6.44 ㎛ and represented the most affordable material for preparing the bio-degradable film among the tested byproducts. The silane treatment and adding 2% of ESO (Epoxidized soybean oil) and 3-aminopropyl triethoxysilane solution mixed in a 1:1 ratio were best to the surface modification and SEM-based particle shape. Above the results, adding 2% of mixed solution after silane treatment of rice husks processed through an air classifying mill (ACM) allows for its use as a raw material of bio-degradable plastic film.

• Composites Research
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• v.36 no.2
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• pp.126-131
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• 2023

Growing environmental concerns regarding pollution caused by conventional plastics have increased interest in biodegradable polymers as alternative materials. The purpose of this study is to develop a 100% biodegradable nanocomposite material by introducing organic nucleating agents into the biodegradable and thermoplastic resin, poly(lactic acid), to improve its properties. Accordingly, cellulose nanofibers, an eco-friendly material, were adopted as a substitute for inorganic nucleating agents. To achieve a uniform dispersion of cellulose nanofibers (CNFs) within PLA, the aqueous solution of nanofibers was lyophilized to maintain their fibrous shape. Then, they were subjected to primary mixing using a twin-screw extruder. Test specimens with double mixing were then produced by injection molding. Differential scanning calorimetry was employed to confirm the reinforced physical properties, and it was found that the addition of 1 wt% CNFs acted as a reinforcing material and nucleating agent, reducing the cold crystallization temperature by approximately 14℃ and increasing the degree of crystallization. This study provides an environmentally friendly alternative for developing plastic materials with enhanced properties, which can contribute to a sustainable future without consuming inorganic nucleating agents. It serves as a basis for developing 100% biodegradable green nanocomposites.

• Journal of the Korea Academia-Industrial cooperation Society
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• v.17 no.4
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• pp.596-605
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• 2016

In previous years, practice hand grenades were composed of non-degradable plastics and caused environmental pollution. Therefore, this study applied PLA(Polylactic acid) to practice hand grenades that would biodegradable within a short time. High expectations are being placed on PLA as a substitute for plastics because it can decompose to water and carbon dioxide. The aim of this study was to confirm that the PLA material of a practice hand grenade has biodegradability in a pilot-scale composting unit and estimate the applicability for other items. A composting test was progressed according to ISO 16929(2013). The test process was found to be valid. At the end of the composting test (after 12 weeks), the entire content of the test bin with the test sheet was sieved, sorted and analyzed. A disintegration percentage of 99.2% was obtained after 12 weeks of composting. Therefore, the 90% pass level required by ISO 17088(2013), EN 13432(2000), and ASTM D 6400-12 was easily reached. On the other hand, more research will be needed to determine additional applications of PLA material for consumables.

• Journal of Korean Society of Environmental Engineers
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• v.37 no.6
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• pp.363-370
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• 2015

The production of polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) using Sequencing Batch Reactor (SBR) was investigated. The experiments were performed in two fabricated SBRs (4 L) of different oxidation state. Synthetic wastewater was used as substrate, using C/N/P ratio of 42:10:1. SBR 1 and SBR 2 were operated in aerobic dynamic feeding (ADF) and anaerobic/oxic dynamic feeding (AODF) condition, respectively. ADF provide feast and famine in aerobic condition, while AODF in anaerobic/oxic condition. PHAs production was found high in AODF than AOF. Maximum PHAs content of 40.0% (w/w)of biomass were produced in AODF mode. Produced PHAs structural and thermal property were good.