• Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology
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• 제30권5호
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• pp.762-769
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• 2020

Vitamin K2 (menaquinone) is an essential vitamin existing in the daily diet, and menaquinone-7 (MK-7) is an important form of it. In a recent work, we engineered the synthesis modules of MK-7 in Bacillus subtilis, and the strain BS20 could produce 360 mg/l MK-7 in shake flasks, while the methylerythritol phosphate (MEP) pathway, which provides the precursor isopentenyl diphosphate for MK-7 synthesis, was not engineered. In this study, we overexpressed five genes of the MEP pathway in BS20 and finally obtained a strain (BS20DFHG) with MK-7 titer of 415 mg/l in shake flasks. Next, we optimized the fermentation process parameters (initial pH, temperature and aeration) in an 8-unit parallel bioreactor system consisting of 300-ml glass vessels. Based on this, we scaled up the MK-7 production by the strain BS20DFHG in a 50-l bioreactor, and the highest MK-7 titer reached 242 mg/l. Here, we show that the engineered strain BS20DFHG may be used for the industrial production of MK-7 in the future.

• 생명과학회지
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• 제15권2호
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• pp.311-315
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• 2005

Pparaquat의 전자수용 및 방출에 대한 작용을 검토한 결과는 다음과 같다. Rat mitocondria분산액에 paraquat를 첨가하였을 때 반응액이 청색으로 변색되었으며 Aluminium 박 또는 동전극을 장치한 photo cell중에서 paraquat에 전류를 통한 경우에도 음극에서부터 청색으로 변색되기 시작하여 660 nm에서 높은 홉광도를 나타내었다. 이 착색반응은 반응액에 산소를 첨가함으로서 탈색되었다. Paraquat에 $H^+$을 첨가하고 전류를 통한 결과 340 nm에서의 홉광도가 증가되었으며 경시적인 흡광도 증가의 모양은 $NAD^+$에 전류를 통한 경우와 거의 일치하였다. 이상의 결과로부터 paraquat가 전자를 수용 또는 방출할 수 있음이 확인되었고 이러한 paraquat의 작용이 생체내에 이화작용에서 생성되는 전자를 포획하고 산소에 직접 넘겨줌으로써 cytochrome 호흡쇄로의 단계별 전자전달계가 차단되어 급성독성을 일으키는 요인으로 추정된다.

• 한국물환경학회지
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• 제20권5호
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• pp.506-511
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• 2004

Maintaining dissolved oxygen (DO) at sufficiently low concentration in the aeration tank at a wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) is essential for reduction of the costs of operation and maintenance. On the other hand, the low DO level may result in adverse effect on the integrity of the activated sludge, A typical and disastrous outcome frequently experienced is the outgrowth of filamentous microorganisms, which is called as filamentous bulking, In addition to the traditional methods such as sludge settleability and microscopic observation of the culture, molecular techniques including polymerase chain reaction (PCR) amplification followed by 16S rRNA sequencing were applied to identify filamentous bacteria present in bulking sludge under a condition of low DO concentration, Two morphologically distinct groups, presumably consisting of Sphaerofilus nafans, and Eikelboom Type 1701 or Type 1851, were identified through microscopic observation. They were further confirmed by subsequent 16S rRNA sequencing. Dominant filamentous bacteria identified by the molecular techniques were consisted of three major groups. Sequences of partial 16S rRNA cloned showed that the filamentous bulking organisms were closely related to Eikelboom Type 021N and Eikelboom Type 1701, and Sphaerotilus natans, respectively. Molecular methods were found to possess a strong potential of direct examination of the microbial community of an activated sludge system.

• 한국균학회소식:학술대회논문집
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• 한국균학회 2018년도 춘계학술대회 및 임시총회
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• pp.29-29
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• 2018

Sparassis latifolia is called "Cauliflower Mushroom" and is known as an edible mushroom that has high content of ${\beta}$-glucan. Recently, artificial cultivation of S. latifolia has been done by bottle, plastic bag and wood cultivation in Korea. However it is not widely used because there are low incubation ratio and yield. For the high efficiency of production, we aim to find the superior strains and media for better mycelial and fruit body growth. First, we analyzed the genetic relationship among 31 strains and divided five groups with three kinds of URP primers. And then ten strains were selected from five groups based on the experiment of mycelial growth. The suitability of media for mycelial growth was different according to media type. The suitable solid and liquid media for mycelial growth of S. latifolia isolates were PDA and M2, respectively. In addition, with regard to C/N ratio, the mycelial growth increased even until C/N 160. Second, we investigated the production of fruitbody of the strains by plastic bag cultivation. The substrate was mixed with larch sawdust, corn flour, and wheat flour (8:1:1, v/v). Moisture content of substrate was controlled by about 60% with 10% molasses solution. Out of 31 strains, 19 strains formed primordia. The eight strains produced more than 140g/1kg in fresh weight. Third, molasses culture media was selected for the mycelial growth. And molasses suitable sugar content and input aeration were around 8Brix% and 0.3~0.6vvm, respectively. The longer the incubation period is, the more dried weight of mycelia increased, but medium volume decreased. Therefore, the best incubation period was 9 to 11 days depending on strains. In the future, research project entitled development of culture system and new variety for stable production of S. latifolia will be considered as a new item.

• Mycobiology
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• 제44권4호
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• pp.260-268
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• 2016

Regulation of alkaline-resistant laccase from Perenniporia tephropora KU-Alk4 was proved to be controlled by several factors. One important factor was the initial pH, which drove the fungus to produce different kinds of ligninolytic enzymes. P. tephropora KU-Alk4 could grow at pH 4.5, 7.0, and 8.0. The fungus produced laccase and MnP at pH 7.0, but only laccase at pH 8.0. The specific activity of laccase in the pH 8.0 culture was higher than that in the pH 7.0 culture. At pH 8.0, glucose was the best carbon source for laccase production but growth was better with lactose. Low concentrations of glucose at 0.1% to 1.0% enhanced laccase production, while concentrations over 1% gave contradictory results. Veratryl alcohol induced the production of laccase. A trace concentration of copper ions was required for laccase production. Biomass increased with an increasing rate of aeration of shaking flasks from 100 to 140 rpm; however, shaking at over 120 rpm decreased laccase quantity. Highest amount of laccase produced by KU-Alk4, 360 U/mL, was at pH 8.0 with 1% glucose and 0.2 mM copper sulfate, unshaken for the first 3 days, followed by addition of 0.85 mM veratryl alcohol and shaking at 120 rpm. The crude enzyme was significantly stable in alkaline pH 8.0~10.0 for 24 hr. After treating the pulp mill effluent with the KU-Alk4 system for 3 days, pH decreased from 9.6 to 6.8, with reduction of color and chemical oxygen demand at 83.2% and 81%, respectively. Laccase was detectable during the biotreatment process.

• 한국물환경학회지
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• 제22권3호
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• pp.475-481
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• 2006

The major problem in closing water like lakes and ponds in Korea is that because they are exposed to surrounding, so easily polluted. The pollution in closing water can be caused by not only artificial factor like sewage but also natural factor like elution from sediment. For insurance of safe and satisfied water source, lots of studies and projects are now going on. In this study, we examined the behavior and effect of microbubble ($3{\sim}10{\mu}m$) produced by device called O.S.D (Oxygen Solubillization Device) in small size pond. The value of oxygen transfer coefficient ($K_La$) was 0.68/min independently of air flow rate, 6.5 times higher than commercial aeration stone and the variation of nitrogen concentration was $0.008NO_3/O_2$, DO concentration was potentially saturated for 24 hr. From the results of pilot plant, SOD of experiment (O.S.D) and control were $12.18gO_2{\cdot}m^{-2}{\cdot}d^{-1}$ and $47.95gO_2{\cdot}m^{-2}{\cdot}d^{-1}$ respectively. In conclusion, because O.S.D has extraordinary physico-chemical characteristics, it can contribute to improvement of both the waterbody and the sediment environment.

• 한국산업보건학회지
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• 제5권1호
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• pp.68-86
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• 1995

This study was conducted at five Ethylene Oxide(EO) sterilizing processes in hospitals located in Seoul from August 8 to August 30, 1994. The main purposes of this study were to assess the TWA(Time Weighted Average) and short term exposures to EO and to evaluate factors affecting EO concentrations in sterilizing room. Results are summarized as follows. 1. The TWA concentrations of the sterilizing operators ranged from <0.005ppm to 3.04ppm and those of two sterilizing rooms out of five exceeded 1ppm, the Korean and ACGIH standards. 2. When the door of the sterilizer is opened at the end of the sterilization cycle, the short term concentrations of operators ranged from <0.005ppm to 11.4ppm, and those of three sterilizing room out of five exceeded 5ppm, the ACGIH short term exposure limit(STEL). The short term concentrations of area samples ranged from 0.24ppm to 49.2ppm and those of four sterilizing room out of five exceeded 5ppm. 3. Factors affecting EO exposure level were aeration type, the location of storage site for sterilized item, amount of gas, use period of sterilizer(p<0.005). 4. Following recommendations are suggested to minimize exposure to EO. The use of EO gas should be reduced by using another available sterilization methods, and the sterilizers and gas tank storage site should be isolated from, other work areas. Combination of local and general ventilation system should be installed. Metal carts or baskets for sterilization load should be used, and work environment and medical monitoring should be performed regularly.

• 한국물환경학회지
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• 제37권2호
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• pp.128-136
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• 2021

It is generally known that a wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) consumes immense energy even if it can produce energy. With an aim to increase the energy independence rate of WWTP from 3.5% in 2010 to 50% in 2030, the Korean government has invested enormous research funds. In this study, cost-effective operating alternatives were investigated by analyzing the energy efficiency and economic feasibility for biogas and power generation using new and renewable energy. Based on the US EPA Energy Conservation Measures and Korea ESCO projects, energy production and independence rate were also analyzed. The main energy consumption equipment in WWTP is the blower for aeration, discharge pump for effluent, and pump for influent. Considering the processes of WWTP, the specific energy consumption rate of the process using media and MBR was the lowest (0.549 kWh/㎥) and the highest (1.427 kWh/㎥), respectively. Energy-saving by enhancing anaerobic digester efficiency was turned out to be efficient when in conjunction with stable wastewater treatment. The result of economic analysis (B/C ratio) was 2.5 for digestive gas power generation, 0.86 for small hydropower, 0.49 for solar energy, and 0.15 for wind energy, respectively. Furthermore, it was observed that the energy independence rate could be enhanced by installing energy production facilities such as solar and small hydropower and reducing energy consumption via the replacement of high-efficiency operating.

• 대한환경공학회지
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• 제39권8호
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• pp.462-469
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• 2017

최근 부영양화 문제, 인광석 자원이 부족해지고 있는 국제적 상황, 하수처리장 관로 스케일 문제 등에 대응하기 위하여, Struvite 결정화 공정을 하수처리장 슬러지처리 계통의 고농도 인 제거/회수에 적용하려는 시도를 하고 있다. 본 연구는 실제 국내 하수처리장 슬러지처리 계통에 대한 Struvite 결정화 공정 적용 가능성을 평가를 목표하여, 첫째, 운영자료 및 현장측정자료 분석을 통하여 실제 하수처리장 슬러지처리 계통의 인 농도 및 물질수지를 분석하였고, 둘째, 평형화학 계산 프로그램을 활용하여 Struvite 결정화 반응 포텐셜, 이에 따른 최적 $Mg^{2+}$ 주입량, pH 등에 관해 연구하였고, 셋째, 실험실규모 배치실험을 통해 실제 Struvite 결정화 반응 동역학에 대해 연구하였다. 슬러지처리 계통에서의 인 농도 및 물질수지를 분석하였을 때, Struvite 결정화 공정은 소화슬러지 및 탈리여액에 적용함이 바람직한 것으로 파악되었다. 평형화학 계산결과, 안정적인 공정 운영을 위해서는 pH 8 이상, $Mg^{2+}$ 주입량은 몰비 기준 이론 요구량의 1.2배 이상을 첨가해야 하는 것으로 파악하였다. 그리고, Struvite 결정화 반응 동역학은 1차 반응속도식을 따르고, Struvite 결정화 반응이 평형상태에 도달한 경우, 모든 pH 조건에서 인산염인 제거율이 80% 이상으로 우수하게 나타났다. Struvite 결정화 반응 시 NaOH 첨가 없이 폭기만으로 $CO_2$ 탈기를 일으켜 반응 종결 후 pH 8.7 이상까지 상승했으며, $Mg^{2+}$ 주입원의 경우 간수 등 저가 대체물질을 활용할 수 있으므로, 약품비에 의한 운영비 증대 없이 Struvite 결정화 공정을 적용할 수 있으리라 판단된다.

• Journal of Animal Science and Technology
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• 제55권5호
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• pp.483-488
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• 2013

본 연구에서는 환경친화적 사축퇴비화 기술을 개발할 목적으로 부자재의 종류별 사축퇴비화 특성을 파악하였다. 부자재로는 사축발생 현장에서 쉽게 구할 수 있는 퇴비, 돈분, 톱밥, 왕겨를 대상으로 실험하였으며 다공성관을 이용한 자연통기형 방법을 고안하여 사용하였다. 실험실 규모의 사축퇴비화 시스템은 100 mm 스티로폼을 이용하여 제작 (W36 ${\times}$ L60 ${\times}$ H26 cm) 하였으며 자연송풍은 바닥을 통해 이루어지도록 고안하였다. 모든 실험은 4처리 (퇴비, 돈분+퇴비, 톱밥, 왕겨) 3반복으로 수행하였으며 퇴비화기간은 40일이었다. 사축퇴비화 과정중의 침출수 발생패턴과 양을 보면 퇴비와 톱밥을 부자재로 사용한 경우에는 침출수가 전혀 발생하지 않았던 반면 돈분+퇴비 및 왕겨를 부자재로 이용한 경우에는 침출수가 발생하였다. 침출수 발생은 퇴비화 초기에 집중되었으며 배출된 침출수의 양은 돈분+퇴비의 경우 18ml/kg-mortality, 왕겨의 경우에는 8.2ml/kg-mortality 이었다. 침출수로 배출되는 오염물질의 양은 왕겨를 부자재로 사용 시 사체 kg당 1.91mg의 $NH_4$-N와 2.22 mg의 TOCs가 발생하였고, 퇴비와 분뇨를 혼합하여 부자재로 사용할 때에는 사체 kg 당 38.65 mg의 $NH_4$-N와 0.70mg의 TOCs가 발생하였다. 고안된 퇴비화 시스템에서의 악취발생 정도를 알기 위해 사축퇴비화 과정 중의 DMDS 발생을 조사한 결과 사축분해 정도와 관계없이 평균적으로 매우 낮은 발생을 보였는데 이는 상층에 위치한 완숙퇴비가 바이오필터의 역할을 담당했기 때문으로 판단되었다. 사축분해율은 퇴비, 돈분+퇴비, 톱밥, 왕겨구에서 각각 25.3, 25.8, 13.5, 14.5% 수준으로 퇴비 및 돈분+퇴비구의 사축분해율이 톱밥이나 왕겨구에 비해 유의적으로 높았다 (p<0.05). 또한 퇴비나 돈분을 혼합하여 부자재로 이용한 처리구에서만 $55^{\circ}C$ 이상으로 충분한 열이 발생하여 1주일 정도 유지된 것으로 나타나 부자재를 단독으로 사용하는 것은 생물학적 안정성측면에서 바람직하지 않은 것으로 판단되었다.