• Nutrition Research and Practice
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• 제16권2호
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• pp.233-247
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• 2022

BACKGROUND/OBJECTIVES: The objective of this study was to describe the development process of the Korean Healthy Eating Index (KHEI) based on the Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (KNHANES). SUBJECTS/METHODS: The components of KHEI were selected based on Dietary Guidelines for Koreans, domestic and overseas dietary quality indices, and results of the analysis of association with chronic diseases. The standards for scoring of KHEI were selected based on the 2015 Dietary Reference Intakes for Koreans (KDRI). The KHEI scores of Korean adults were calculated using a 1-day 24-h recall data in the 2013-2015 KNHANES. RESULTS: The KHEI included eight adequacy components evaluating the proper intake of recommended foods such as fruit, vegetable, and milk and three moderation components evaluating the consumption of food that limit intake such as sodium and saturated fatty acid. In addition, three balance components assessing the balance of energy intake were included. The KHEI score was defined to range from the minimum of 0 point to the maximum of 100 points. Among Korean adults, the total KHEI score was 63.2 out of 100. Gender and age differences were found in the average of total KHEI scores. Women showed higher score than men (61.7 in men and 64.7 in women, respectively). By age group, 20s and 30s showed the lowest scores with 57.4 and 61.1 respectively, and the scores increased with age by peaking at 67.8 in ages 60-69 and slowed down again in ages 70 or over. CONCLUSIONS: The KHEI can be useful for establishing and assessing national nutritional policies and in epidemiological studies to assess the relationship between overall dietary quality and chronic diseases. KHEI will need to be continuously updated to reflect changes in dietary guidelines and the KDRI.

• Current Photovoltaic Research
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• 제10권2호
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• pp.56-61
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• 2022

Recently, the expansion of the domestic solar market due to the promotion of eco-friendly and alternative energy-related policies is promising, and it is expected to lead the high-efficiency/high-power module market based on M10 or larger cells to reduce LCOE, 540-560W, M12 based on M10 cells Compared to the existing technology with an output of 650-700W based on cells, it is necessary to secure competitiveness through the development of modules with 600W based on M10 cells and 750W based on M12 cells. For the development of high efficiency/high-power n-type bifacial, it is necessary to secure a lightweight technology and structure due to the increase in weight of the glass to glass module according to the large area of the module. Since the mechanical strength characteristics according to the large area and high weight of the module are very important, design values such as a frame of a new structure that can withstand the mechanical load of the Mechanical Load Test and the location of the mounting hole are required. In this study, a structural analysis design model was introduced to secure mechanical reliability according to the enlargement of the module area, and the design model was verified through the mechanical load test of the actual product. It can be used as a design model to secure the mechanical reliability required for PV modules by variables such as module area, frame shape, and the location and quantity of mounting holes of the structural analysis model verified. A relationship of output drop can be obtained.

• Korean Chemical Engineering Research
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• 제60권3호
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• pp.433-438
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• 2022

탄소중립을 달성하기 위한 다양한 정책 및 프로젝트의 실효성을 평가하기 위하여 탄소순환 모델에 기반을 둔 방법을 제안한다. 제안된 모델은 산업혁명 이후 인류에 의한 탄소배출 및 삼림파괴 데이터로부터 대기 중 이산화탄소 농도 증가와 지구평균기온 상승을 적절히 재현함으로써 유효성이 검증되었다. 사례연구로는 삼림벌채, 재식림 및 추가식림에 대한 탄소순환 영향평가를 수행하였다. 대기 중 이산화탄소의 증가는 화석연료사용뿐 아니라 삼림벌채의 영향도 크며, 벌채 직후 재식림을 해도 초기농도로의 복귀는 매우 오래 걸린다는 것이 확인되었다. 제안된 방법은 궁극적으로 미래의 잠재적 기후제어 시뮬레이션에 활용됨으로써 다양한 기후공학 기술의 안전성 검증에 기여할 수 있을 것으로 예상된다.

• 한국재난정보학회 논문집
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• 제19권1호
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• pp.231-240
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• 2023

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to analyze air quality and carbon emissions in developing countries, particularly Myanmar, and explore the impact of transportation on CO2 emissions during peak hours relative to free-flow conditions. Method: This study conducted a traffic survey in two major cities in Myanmar to quantify carbon dioxide emissions from the transportation sector, using IPCC's tier 1 and tier 2 approaches, with statistical analysis performed using Python 3 and Microsoft Excel for comparative analysis of critical factors in CO2 emissions. Result: The result of this study is an estimate of the vehicle kilometers traveled (VKT) and fuel consumption in Yangon city for the year 2019, based on data from various sources including the Myanmar Statistical data base, YUTRA project survey, and Ministry of Electric and Energy. The study also analyzes the average travel time index (TTI) for the four roads in Yangon, which indicates the impact of congestion on vehicle travel time and CO2 emissions. Overall, the study provides important insights into the transport sector in Yangon city and can be used to inform policies aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving traffic conditions. Conclusion: The study concludes that congestion plays a significant role in increasing fuel use and emission levels in the road transport sector in Myanmar. The analysis provides valuable insights into the impact of the sector on the environment and emphasizes the importance of addressing congestion to reduce fuel use and emissions. However, the study's scope is limited to Yangon city and Mandalay city, and some mean values may not accurately represent the entire country and other developing countries.

• 공업화학
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• 제34권3호
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• pp.291-298
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• 2023

본 연구는 가축분뇨를 가스화 하여 연료 가스를 생산하는 공정의 경제성과 탄소배출 관점에서의 지속가능성을 평가하였다. 본 연구에서 고려한 가스화 공정은 가스화 시설, 연료가스 정제 시설 및 생산 가스를 수요처를 수송하기 위한 파이프 라인의 설치까지 전체 시설을 고려하여 해당 기술의 현실적인 타당성을 평가하였다. 해당 연구는 실험 결과를 반영하는 ASPEN PLUS 시뮬레이션을 토대로 도출되었다. 경제성 및 CO₂ 전 주기 평가 결과, 축분 가스화를 통해 얻어진 연로가스는 발열량은 낮지만, 높은 수소 함량으로 천연가스와 가격적으로 경쟁력이 있다는 결과를 확인하였다. 특히, 탄소 배출 측면에서 높은 수소 함량으로 연료를 연소하였을 때 발열량당 배출되는 이산화탄소의 양이 천연가스에 비해 낮아 탄소 배출량 감축에 기여할 수 있다는 점을 확인하였다. 또한 다양한 시나리오 분석을 통해 외부 요인 및 정책적 요인에 따른 경제성을 확인하였고, 재무 재표 분석을 통해 해당 기술을 실질적인 사업화 가능성을 평가하였다.

• 한국재료학회지
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• 제32권2호
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• pp.98-106
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• 2022

Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are widely used in various fields because they make it easy to control porous structures according to combinations of metal ions and organic linkers. In addition, ZIF (zeolitic imidazolate framework), a type of MOF, is made up of transition metal ions such as Co²⁺ or Zn²⁺ and linkers such as imidazole or imidazole derivatives. ZIF-67, composed of Co²⁺ and 2-methyl imidazole, exhibits both chemical stability and catalytic activity. Recently, due to increasing need for energy technology and carbon-neutral policies, catalysis applications have attracted tremendous research attention. Moreover, demand is increasing for material development in the electrocatalytic water splitting and metal-air battery fields; there is also a need for bifunctional catalysts capable of both oxidation/reduction reactions. This review summarizes recent progress of bifunctional catalysts for electrocatalytic water splitting and metal-air batteries using ZIF-67. In particular, the field is classified into areas of thermal decomposition, introduction of heterogeneous elements, and complex formation with carbon-based materials or polyacrylonitrile. This review also focuses on synthetic methods and performance evaluation.

• 한국식생활문화학회지
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• 제38권5호
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• pp.293-303
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• 2023

This study aimed to determine the association between household types and healthy dietary practices among Korean adults. A cross-sectional analysis was performed using nationwide data on 23,488 participants from the 2017-2021 Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (KNHANES). Based on self-reported data, the participant household types were classified into single- and multi-person households. The adjusted odds ratios (AORs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) for healthy dietary practices according to household types were calculated by applying multivariable logistic regression analysis after adjusting for confounders. Of total, 11.21% and 88.79% were single- and multi-person households, respectively. Compared with individuals living in multi-person households, those in single-person households had lower odds of adhering to healthy dietary practices (AOR: 0.88, 95% CI: 0.79-0.98) and consuming adequate saturated fatty acids (<7% of energy) (AOR: 0.78, 95% CI: 0.69-0.88). In addition, men and individuals aged ≥65 years living in single-person households exhibited lower odds of consuming adequate saturated fatty acids and ≥500 g of fruit and vegetables per day than those in multi-person households. Single-person households often find it a challenge to practice a healthy diet. Hence, nutritional policies and educational support that help individuals living alone consume healthier diets are warranted.

• 한국가스학회지
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• 제27권3호
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• pp.116-122
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• 2023

저탄소 친환경에너지 정책이 진행으로 인해 수소 공급을 위한 수소충전소의 증가됨에 따라 사고발생 위험도 커지고 있다. 실제 압력용기는 제조과정에서 발생할 수 있는 노치와 기공, 개재물 등의 결함이 존재할 수 있다. 따라서 내압이 작용하고 있는 압력용기에 균열이 존재할 경우에 대한 압력용기의 건전성을 평가하는 것은 필요하다. 본 연구에서는 표면균열이 있는 수소충전용 압력용기의 구조안전성을 평가하기 위해 3차원 유한요소해석을 이용하였으며, 표면균열의 형상은 일반적으로 많이 사용되는 반타원 형상을 적용하여 균열의 형상 및 응력비에 대한 균열진전 특성을 비교하였다. 향후, 이러한 결과를 이용하여 파괴역학을 고려한 압력용기의 잔존수명 예측에 활용할 예정이다.

• Animal Bioscience
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• 제37권4_spc호
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• pp.786-793
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• 2024

Latin America is a culturally, geographically, politically, and economically diverse region. Agriculture in Latin America is marked by a remarkable diversity of production systems, reflecting various agroecological zones, farm sizes, and technological levels. In the last decade, the swine industry increased by 30.6%, emerging as a great contributor to food security and economic development in Latin America. Brazil and Mexico dominate the pig production landscape, together accounting for 70% of sow inventory in the region. The swine industry in Latin America is predominantly comprised of small and medium-sized farms, however, in the past 30 years, the number of pig producers in Brazil dropped by 78%, whereas pork production increased by 326%. Similar to the global pork industry, the growing demand for pork, driven by population growth and changing dietary habits, presents an opportunity for the industry with an expected growth of 16% over the next decade. The export prospects are promising, however subject to potential disruptions from global market conditions and shifts in trade policies. Among the challenges faced by the swine industry, disease outbreaks, particularly African Swine Fever (ASF), present significant threats, necessitating enhanced biosecurity and surveillance systems. In 2023, ASF was reported to the Dominican Republic and Haiti, Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS) in Mexico, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Colombia, and Venezuela, and Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED) in Mexico, Peru, the Dominican Republic, Colombia, and Ecuador. Additionally, feed costs, supply chain disruptions, and energy expenses have affected mainly the smaller and less efficient producers. The swine industry is also transitioning towards more sustainable and environmentally friendly practices, including efficient feed usage, and precision farming. Ensuring long-term success in the swine industry in Latin America requires a holistic approach that prioritizes sustainability, animal welfare, and consumer preferences, ultimately positioning the industry to thrive in the evolving global market.

• 한국조경학회지
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• 제37권5호
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• pp.1-12
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• 2009

본 연구의 목적은 국립공원 내에 자연친화적인 공원시설의 설계와 설치를 위한 정책방향을 제시하는 것이다. 이를 위해서 국내 외 친환경건물 인증제도와 관련 연구에 대한 고찰을 통해 입지, 설계와 설치, 운영과 관리부분별로 자연친화성 평가지표를 개발하였다. 본 연구에서는 19개 국립공원의 26개 공원사무소에서 실제 시설을 관리하고 있는 공원관리자 79명을 대상으로 한 설문조사를 통해 자연친화성 평가를 위한 자료를 수집하였다. 분석방법은 기술분석, 집단간 평균의 차이분석, 다차원척도법, 요인분석을 활용하였다. 분석결과, 1) 자연친화성 평가지표들 간의 상대적 중요도를 산정한 결과, 시설의 입지 관련지표의 중요도가 가장 높게 나타났다. 2) 공원시설의 자연친화성 수준에 대한 평가 결과, 입지 관련 지표들의 자연친화성 수준이 가장 높게 나타난 반면, 시설의 설계 및 설치 관련 지표들의 수준이 낮게 평가되었다. 특히, 에너지 효율화와 관련된 지표들의 평가값이 가장 낮게 나타났다. 3) 시설별로 보면, 대피소의 자연친화성이 가장 높게 나타난 반면, 휴게소의 자연친화성이 가장 떨어지는 것으로 평가되었다. 4) 전반적으로 볼 때, 설악산, 오대산, 태안해안국립공원의 공원시설에 대한 자연친화성 수준이 높게 나타난 반면, 경주와 속리산 국립공원의 자연친화성 수준은 떨어지는 것으로 평가되었다. 본 연구 결과는 자원절약 및 자연생태계와 공원자원을 보존하고 탐방객의 편리한 이용을 위한 자연친화적인 공원시설 설치를 위한 권고기준을 마련하는데 활용될 수 있을 것이다.