• Earthquakes and Structures
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• 제17권5호
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• pp.511-519
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• 2019

The concrete gravity dam is one of the most important parts of the nation's infrastructure. Besides the benefits, the dam also has some potentially catastrophic disasters related to the life of citizens directly. During the lifetime of service, some degradations in a dam may occur as consequences of operating conditions, environmental aspects and deterioration in materials from natural causes, especially from dynamic loads. Cumulative Absolute Velocity (CAV) plays a key role to assess the operational condition of a structure under seismic hazard. In previous researches, CAV is normally used in Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) fields, but there are no particular criteria or studies that have been made on dam structure. This paper presents a method to calculate the limitation of CAV for the Bohyeonsan Dam in Korea, where the critical Peak Ground Acceleration (PGA) is estimated from twelve sets of selected earthquakes based on High Confidence of Low Probability of Failure (HCLPF). HCLPF point denotes 5% damage probability with 95% confidence level in the fragility curve, and the corresponding PGA expresses the crucial acceleration of this dam. For determining the status of the dam, a 2D finite element model is simulated by ABAQUS. At first, the dam's parameters are optimized by the Minitab tool using the method of Central Composite Design (CCD) for increasing model reliability. Then the Response Surface Methodology (RSM) is used for updating the model and the optimization is implemented from the selected model parameters. Finally, the recorded response of the concrete gravity dam is compared against the results obtained from solving the numerical model for identifying the physical condition of the structure.

• 분석과학
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• 제32권2호
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• pp.48-55
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• 2019

The simple and effective analytical method for the quality control of a novel scalp tonic formulation has been developed and optimized in terms of HPLC conditions and sample preparation method, meanwhile, the optimization of preparation condition was using response surface methodology (RSM) based on central composite design (CCD). Oleanolic acid was selected as marker compound because of its bioactivities for alopecia therapy. The developed analytical method and extraction condition were successfully qualified. Coefficient of determination ($r^2$) for the calibration was 0.9997 with a line passing through the origin point in the range of 0.1-100 mg/mL. The limit of detection (LOD) and the limit of quantitation (LOQ) were 17.5 ng/mL and 55.0 ng/mL, respectively. The intra-day and inter-day precision of the method were 0.5-1.4 % and 0.7-1.8 % in relative standard deviation, respectively, while those accuracy were 99.5-100.9 % and 100.0-102.2 %, respectively. The repeatability of oleanolic acid in samples ranged of 0.3-1.9 % based on peak area and 0.3-0.7 % for retention time. Recoveries from samples were 95.0-99.4 % with lower than 1.8 % in relative standard deviation. Overall, the developed analytical method will be used for quality control of this commercial scalp tonic products successfully.

• 한국미생물·생명공학회지
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• 제49권1호
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• pp.45-56
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• 2021

Improved amylases were developed from protoplast fusants of two amylase-producing Aspergillus species. Twenty regenerated fusants were screened for amylase production using Remazol Brilliant Blue agar. Crude enzyme extracts produced by solid state fermentation of rice bran were assayed for activity. Three variable factors (temperature, pH and enzyme type) were optimized to increase the amylase activity of the parents and selected fusants using rice bran medium and solid state fermentation. Analysis of this optimization was completed using the Central Composite Design (CCD) of the Response Surface Methodology (RSM). Amylase activity assays conducted at room temperature and 80℃ demonstrated that Aspergillus designates, T5 (920.21 U/ml, 966.67 U/ml), T13 (430 U/ml, 1011.11 U/ml) and T14 (500.63 U/ml, 1012.00 U/ml) all exhibited improved function making them the preferred fusants. Amylases produced from these fusants were observed to be active over the entire pH range evaluated in this study. Fusants T5 and T14 demonstrated optimal activity under acidic and alkaline conditions, respectively. Fusants T13 and T14 produced the most amylase at 72 h while parents TA, TC and fusant T5 produced the most amylase after 96 h of incubation. Response surface methodology examinations revealed that the enzyme from fusant T5 was the optimal enzyme demonstrating the highest activity (1055.17 U/ml) at pH 4 and a temperature of 40℃. This enzyme lost activity with further increases in temperature. Starch hydrolysis using fusant T5 gave the highest yield of glucose (1.6158 g/100 ml). The significant activities of the selected fusants at 28 ± 2℃ and 80℃ and the higher sugar yields from cassava starch hydrolysis over their parental strains indicate that it is possible to improve amylase activity using the protoplast fusion technique.

• Korean Chemical Engineering Research
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• 제60권1호
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• pp.70-79
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• 2022

Biodiesel production has attracted attention as a sustainable source of fuel and is a competitive alternate to diesel engines. The glycerol that is produced as a by-product is generally discarded as waste and can be converted to green chemicals such as acetins to increase bio-diesel profitability. Acetins find application in fuel, food, pharmaceutical and leather industries. Batch experiments and analysis have been previously conducted for synthesis of acetins using glycerol esterification reaction aided by sulfated metal oxide catalysts (SO₄^2-/CeO₂-ZrO₂). The aim of this study was to optimize process parameters: effects of mole ratio of reactants (glycerol and acetic acid), catalyst concentration and reaction temperature to maximize glycerol conversion/acetin selectivity. The optimum conditions for this reaction were determined using response surface methodology (RSM) designed as per a five-level-three-factor central composite design (CCD). Statistica software 10 was used to analyze the experimental data obtained. The optimized conditions obtained were molar ratio - 1:12, catalyst concentration - 6 wt.% and temperature -90 ℃. A packed bed reactor was fabricated and column studies were performed using the optimized conditions. The breakthrough curve was analyzed.

• 한국식생활문화학회지
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• 제23권2호
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• pp.243-251
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• 2008

This purpose of this study was to develop a functional muffin by adding yam powder in the shape of a muffin as a partial surrogate for wheat flour. The yam has been found to be effective for liver and kidney function, as well as the digestion of protein, since it produces glucuronic acid in the body. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to determine the optimal mixing conditions of yam muffins by adjusting the amounts yam powder, butter, and sugar. The mixing conditions for the yam muffins included 3 categories: yam powder $(X_1)$, sugar $(X_2)$, and butter $(X_3)$ by Central Composite Design (CCD) which was optimized by Response Surface Methodology (RSM). The effects of the three variable additions on muffin quality were examined via physical and chemical experiments, such as the analysis of texture (hardness, cohesiveness, springiness, gumminess), coloration (lightness, redness, yellowness), and height. Lastly, we performed a sensory test, which revealed significant findings for gumminess, color, appearance, flavor, softness (p<0.05), redness, and overall quality (p<0.01). Consequently, the optimal mixing rate which best satisfied the sensory items were 34.35g of yam powder, 80.15 g of sugar, and 80.55 g of butter.

• Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology
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• 제33권11호
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• pp.1531-1541
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• 2023

Lipase is a well-known and highly in-demand enzyme. During the last decade, several lipase optimization studies have been reported. However, production costs have always been a bottleneck for commercial-scale microbial enzyme production. This research aimed to optimize the conditions for lipase production by Limtongozyma siamensis DMKU-WBL1-3 via a One-Factor-At-a-Time (OFAT) approach combined with statistical methods while using a low-cost substrate. Results suggest that low-cost substrates can be substituted for all media components. An optimal medium was found, using response surface methodology (RSM) and central composite design (CCD), to consist of 0.50% (w/v) sweet whey, 0.40% (w/v) yeast extract (food grade), and 2.50% (v/v) palm oil with the medium pH adjusted to 4 under shaking flask cultivation. From an economic point of view, this work was successful in reducing production costs while increasing lipase productivity. The medium costs were reduced by 87.5% of the original cost while lipase activity was increased by nearly 6-fold. Moreover, lipase production was further studied in a 2-L stirred-tank fermentor. Its activity was 1,055.6 ± 0.0 U/ml when aeration and agitation rates were adjusted to 1 vvm and 170 rpm, respectively. Interestingly, under this optimal lipase production, the yeast showed accumulated lipids inside the cells. The primary fatty acid is a monounsaturated fatty acid (MUFA) that is typically linked to health benefits. This study hence reveals promising lipase production and lipid accumulation by L. siamensis DMKU-WBL1-3 that are worthy of further study.

• 생명과학회지
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• 제25권6호
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• pp.680-685
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• 2015

이전에 토양으로부터 cellulase와 xylanase 생산 균주로 단리하였다. 단리한 균주 유래의 16S rRNA 유전자 및 API 50 kit를 분석한 결과 Bacillus subtilis와 약 99.5%의 높은 상동성을 보였기에 본 균주를 B. subtilis NC1으로 명명하였다. Bacillus subtilis NC1 균주 유래 cellulase와 xylanase 유전자를 cloning 하여 유전자 배열을 규명하였다. 또한, 두 효소의 아미노산 배열을 이용하여 상동성을 검토한 결과 cellulase는 Glycoside hydrolase family (GH) 5 그리고 xylanase는 GH30에 속하는 효소임을 밝혔다. 본 연구에서는 B. subtilis NC1 의 cellulase 생산을 위한 배지성분의 최적 농도를 결정하기 위해 중심합성계획법(central composite design, CCD)을 기반으로 한 반응표면 분석법(Response Surface Methodology) 을 수행하였다. 세가지 독립변수로는 tryptone, yeast extract, 그리고 NaCl이 조사되었다. 반응값에 대하여 분산분석을 실시한 결과 결정계수(R²)는 0.96이었으며 전체 모델에 대한 유의확률이 0.0001로 매우 높은 유의성을 지님을 확인하였다. 반응표면분석법을 통하여 얻어진 B. subtilis NC1의 cellulase 활성을 위한 최적화 배지의 각 변수 농도는 tryptone 2.5%, yeast extract 0.5%, 그리고 NaCl 1.0%로 예측 되었다. 최적화 배지에서의 B. subtilis NC1의 cellulase 활성을 검증한 최적화를 실시하기 이전인 대조구의 cellulase 활성 0.5U/ml와 비교하면 24% 활성이 향상된 0.62U/ml의 높은 활성을 보였다.

• 미생물학회지
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• 제54권4호
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• pp.384-397
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• 2018

본 연구는 전통 발효식품에서 반려동물의 사료 및 보조식품 등에 사용될 수 있도록 안전성 확보와 프로바이오틱스 활성 등 기능성을 갖춘Bacillus 속 균주를 선발하고자 하였다. 전국에서 수집한 전통 장류에서 약 300종의 분리주를 확보하였고, Bacillus cereus가 생성하는 구토와 설사 독소 유전자 6종, ${\beta}$형 용혈성, 발암 관련 효소 3종 등을 보유하지 않거나 생성하지 않는 4종의 균주를 선별하였다. 4종의 분리주를 대상으로 항생물질 유전자 보유 여부, 세포 표면 소수성, 항생제 감수성과 당 이용성 등을 분석하였고, 최종적으로 항생물질 생성 유전자 3종을 모두 보유하고, 혈전 용해 및 세포 표면 소수성이 가장 우수한 SRCM 100731을 선정하였다. 최종 선별된 SRCM 100731의 16S rRNA 염기서열 분석 결과 Bacillus amyloliquefaciens로 동정 되었으며, 펫 사료 및 식품 등 산업적 적용을 위하여 균체 성장 최적화를 수행하였다. SRCM 100731의 배지 성분 선별을 위하여 Plackett-Burman design (PBD)을 사용하였으며, 최적 성장을 위한 배지 성분으로는 molasses와 sodium chloride, potassium chloride가 예측되었다. PBD를 통해 선정된 배지 성분의 농도를 최적화하기 위하여 central composite design (CCD)을 사용하였으며, 실험 결과 7.0% molasses, 1.1% sodium chloride, 0.5% potassium chloride로 예측되었다. 이때 최대 균체량은 12.6625 g/L로 예측되었으며, 최종적으로 실험 모델의 예측값과 실 측정값이 $12.6625{\pm}0.0658g/L$로 오차 범위내의 결과를 나타내어 실험 모델의 신뢰성을 검증할 수 있었다. 이는 실험 모델에 의해 예측된 최적 배지 사용 시 최적화 이전 배지에서의 균체량($1.8273{\pm}0.0214g/L$) 대비 약7배로 균체량이 증가함을 확인할 수 있었다. 향후 B. amyloliquefaciens SRCM 100731의 제품 개발 등 후속 연구의 진행이 필요하나 본 연구를 통해 산업 적용이 가능한 프로바이오틱스 소재의 발굴 및 산업화 배양 조건이 확립 되었으므로 앞으로 성장하고 있는 반려동물 산업에 유용하게 활용 될 수 있을 것으로 기대된다.

• 생명과학회지
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• 제21권8호
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• pp.1083-1093
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• 2011

왕겨를 기질로 사용하여 carboxymethylcellualse (CMCase)를 생산하는 미생물을 해수에서 분리하였으며 16S rDNA의 염기서열을 분석하여 동정한 결과, Bacillus lichemiformis로 확인되었다. CMCase를 생산하기 위한 최적의 탄소원과 질소원은 왕겨와 암모니움 나이트레이트이었다. 통계학적인 방법인 response surface method (RSM)을 사용하여 CMCase를 생산하기 위한 조건을 최적화하였다. 통계학적인 분석 결과, 왕겨가 균체의 생육에 미치는 영향이 가장 높았으며, 왕겨와 배지의 초기 pH가 CMCase 생산에 미치는 영향이 높았다. Design Expert Software를 사용하여 결과를 분석한 결과, 균체의 생장에 최적인 조건은 48.7 g/l 왕겨, 1.8 g/l 암모니움 나이트레이트, 배지의 초기 pH 6.8 및 배양온도 35.7$^{\circ}C$이었으나, CMCase의 생산에 최적인 조건은 43.2 g/l 왕겨, 1.1 g/l 암모니움 나이트레이트, 배지의 초기 pH 6.8 및 배양온도 35.7$^{\circ}C$이었다. 최적화된 조건에서 왕겨를 기질로 사용하여 B. lincheniformis LBH-52가 생산하는 CMCase는 79.6 U/ml이었다. 본 연구를 통하여 왕겨와 암모니움 나이트레이트를 CMCase를 생산하는 기질로 개발하였으며, 해수에서 분리한 미생물을 사용하여 생산기간을 3일로 단축하였다.

• Journal of the Korean Wood Science and Technology
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• 제38권3호
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• pp.191-198
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• 2010

본 연구는 과산화수소를 사용하여 팽나무에 발생된 변색을 제거하기 위하여 수행되었다. 최적표백조건(반응온도, 반응시간, 과산화수소 농도)을 구하기 위하여 반응표면분석법(Response Surface Method) 중의 하나인 $2^3$ 요인중심합성계획법에 따라 총 15가지 실험조건들이 선정되었다. 표백처리는 침지법에 의해서 수행되었으며 표백효과는 표백 전후의 명도차에 의해 평가되었다. 반응조건들이 명도차에 미치는 영향을 분석하여 반응표면 분석모델을 구축할 수 있었으며, 반응표면분석모델의 $R^2$ 값은 0.93으로 반응조건이 표백효과에 미치는 영향을 잘 반영하는 것으로 판단되었다. 표백에 가장 큰 영향을 미치는 인자는 과산화수소 농도였으며, 그 다음으로 반응시간과 반응온도의 순이었다. 과산화수소 농도가 3% 이상의 경우 표백효과가 다소 감소하며 $20^{\circ}C$에서는 원하는 표백효과를 획득할 수 없는 것으로 나타났다. 구축된 반응표면분석모델을 통하여 원하는 재색을 획득하 기 위하여 사용될 수 있는 여러 가지 반응조건의 조합이 제시될 수 있었다.