• 한국임상수의학회지
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• 제39권5호
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• pp.235-239
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• 2022

A 10-year-old neutered male Siberian Husky presented with paraparesis and severe lethargy. On physical examination, the patient was unable to weight-bear and walk and exhibited significant muscle mass loss in both hindlimbs and generalized truncal alopecia with a dull coat of hair. On neurological examination, cranial lumbar vertebral pain, hind limb cross-extensor reflex, delayed hindlimb postural reaction, upper motor neuron bladder dysfunction, and total absence of cutaneous trunci reflex were identified. Computed tomography revealed diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis and spondylosis deformans of the cervical and thoracolumbar vertebrae. In addition, a generalized decrease in bone mineral density of the vertebrae was identified. Magnetic resonance imaging showed hyperplasia of the epidural fat compressing the spinal cord in the thoracolumbar region and concurrent mild multiple intervertebral disc herniations. No specific findings were observed in cerebrospinal fluid analysis. Blood analysis of thyroid function revealed decreased total T4 and free T4 levels, and increased TSH levels. The patient was tentatively diagnosed with spinal epidural lipomatosis (SEL) secondary to hypothyroidism. The patient was treated with levothyroxine, firocoxib, and gabapentin. Clinical signs gradually improved, and the patient showed normal ambulation 40 days after treatment initiation. SEL is extremely rare in dogs. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case report of SEL secondary to hypothyroidism that was treated conservatively. Secondary SEL can be sufficiently managed by treating the underlying cause, if possible.

• International Journal of Internet, Broadcasting and Communication
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• 제14권3호
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• pp.171-181
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• 2022

Purpose: In this paper, we show our blending ratio of 10 types of Essential Oils that survives beneficial bacteria and kills harmful bacteria in the scalp, and we investigate the possibility of application of our blending ratio to the development of anti-dandruff products and the possibility of being used as a raw material for clinical beauty and customized cosmetics. Methods: The scalp microorganisms used in our study were M. furfur, S. epidermidis, E. coli, and P. nitroreducens. There are a total of 10 Essential Oils such as True Lavender, Lime, Roman chamomile, Rosemary camphor, Cedarwood, Geranium, Clove, Tea tree, Palmalosa, and Peppermint. The antibacterial test of the blended Essential Oil was carried out according to the test method of the standardized evaluation methodology of "Food and Food Additives Code". Since M. furfur is related to the growth of sebum in the scalp, in this study we used the fnLNB and the fnLNA with 20 ㎖ of whole fat cow milk added. Results: The blending ratio of EO, which inhibits dandruff-causing bacteria such as M. furfur, S. epidermidis, E. coli, and does not inhibit P. nitroreducens showing dominant growth in a healthy scalp, was B8(Clove 0.2%, Roman chamomile 0.5%, Tea tree 0.3%), B9(Geranium 0.1%, Palmarosa 0.1%, Roman chamomile 0.5%, Tea tree 0.3%), B10(Clove 0.1%, Geranium 0.1%, Palmarosa 0.1%, Roman chamomile 0.5%, Tea tree 0.2%). Conclusion: It is thought that the blending ratio of BEO obtained as a result of this study can provide a basis for use as an alternative to antibiotics in developing anti-dandruff drugs and emerge as a new alternative to solve scalp microbial imbalance. In order for EO to be used as a useful raw material for anti-dandruff preparation, researches on 1) Standardization (the effects of products differ according to the types, regions, climate, extraction methods, etc.), 2) Antimicrobial effects, 3) Safety, etc., must be established.

• Biomolecules & Therapeutics
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• 제31권1호
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• pp.116-126
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• 2023

Mainly due to the slanted focus on the mechanism and regulation of neuronal aging, research on astrocyte aging and its modulation during brain aging is scarce. In this study, we established aged astrocyte culture model by long-term culturing. Cellular senescence was confirmed through SA-β-gal staining as well as through the examination of morphological, molecular, and functional markers. RNA sequencing and functional analysis of astrocytes were performed to further investigate the detailed characteristics of the aged astrocyte model. Along with aged phenotypes, decreased astrocytic proliferation, migration, mitochondrial energetic function and support for neuronal survival and differentiation has been observed in aged astrocytes. In addition, increased expression of cytokines and chemokine-related factors including plasminogen activator inhibitor -1 (PAI-1) was observed in aged astrocytes. Using the RNA sequencing results, we searched potential drugs that can normalize the dysregulated gene expression pattern observed in long-term cultured aged astrocytes. Among several candidates, minoxidil, a pyrimidine-derived anti-hypertensive and anti-pattern hair loss drug, normalized the increased number of SA-β-gal positive cells and nuclear size in aged astrocytes. In addition, minoxidil restored up-regulated activity of PAI-1 and increased mitochondrial superoxide production in aged astrocytes. We concluded that long term culture of astrocytes can be used as a reliable model for the study of astrocyte senescence and minoxidil can be a plausible candidate for the regulation of brain aging.

• 한국동물위생학회지
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• 제45권4호
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• pp.293-304
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• 2022

Among several diseases of calves, diarrhea is the most prevalent disease and has been a major cause of economic loss to the cattle industry. The main etiologic agents of diarrhea in calves are bacteria, viruses, and protozoa, but non-infectious factors including foreign bodies obstruction in the digestive system also focused as the cause of calf diarrhea in the recent days. Because there is still limited information for foreign body-related diarrhea in calves, especially in Hanwoo, the present retrospective study reviewed the medical records for diarrheic calves with foreign body in the digestive system (n=32). The morbidity was determined as 3.03% and more than half of them presented the acidosis, hyponatremia, and azotemia. The mortality in laparotomy-operated calves to remove foreign bodies or in non-operated ones was 28% or 85.7%, respectively, implied the importance of aggressive decision for laparotomy when the foreign bodies were determined in the digestive system in diarrheic calves. During laparotomy, trichobezoars (hair balls) and hays were the main foreign bodies and prevalently placed in the abomasum. In the trials to predict prognosis by several clinical factors, the time for laparotomy over 2 days after first diagnosis, acidosis, and foreign body in the abomasum were highly associated with mortality. Therefore, we believe that prompt surgical procedure (laparotomy) is necessary upon obstruction in the digestive system by foreign bodies is tentatively diagnosed in the diarrheic calf. In addition, when differential diagnosis list is made, foreign body-related diarrhea is necessary to be included in case of diarrheic calf.

• 대한두개안면성형외과학회지
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• 제24권4호
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• pp.189-192
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• 2023

An intraosseous hemangioma of the frontal bone is typically removed via a coronal incision. This procedure, while effective, can be lengthy and may result in complications such as a prominent scar and hair loss. An alternative approach involves a direct incision in the forehead, which leaves a less noticeable scar and allows a quicker recovery. However, in this specific case, the patient declined both coronal surgery and surgery through a direct forehead incision due to cosmetic concerns. Therefore, we proposed an anterior hairline incision. A 35-year-old woman presented with a firm, non-mobile, palpable mass on her right forehead. Preoperative non-contrast computed tomography revealed a heterogeneous osteolytic lesion. We performed an excisional biopsy through the anterior hairline. Postoperative non-contrast computed tomography was conducted 2 and 6 months after surgery. The wound was clean and free of complications, and there was no local recurrence. Partial resection can reduce scarring for patients who are concerned about cosmetic outcomes. However, the potential for recurrence remains a significant concern. We present this case of an anterior hairline incision for a hemangioma located in the forehead, evaluated using serial computed tomography for both preoperative and postoperative imaging.

• Journal of Preventive Medicine and Public Health
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• 제57권2호
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• pp.128-137
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• 2024

Objectives: This study was conducted to characterize the symptoms, mental health, quality of life (QoL), and associated factors following the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection. Methods: This cross-sectional study included 394 participants previously infected with COVID-19 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Mental health was assessed using the 21-item Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-21). Participants self-reported health-related QoL was measured with the EuroQol 5-Dimension 5-Level (EQ-5D-5L) scale. Results: Among the participants, 76.4% reported experiencing at least one symptom following COVID-19 infection. The most common symptoms were fatigue (42.1%), cognitive dysfunction (42.9%), and hair loss (27.9%). According to the DASS-21 results, the proportions of depression, anxiety, and stress were 28.7%, 26.4%, and 20.6%, respectively. The mean scores on the EQ-5D-5L and the EuroQol Visual Analog Scale were 0.94±0.11 and 84.20±13.11, respectively. Regarding QoL issues, the highest proportion of participants (32.7%) reported experiencing anxiety or depression, followed by pain or discomfort (25.4%). Multivariable logistic regression analysis revealed that factors associated with the presence of symptoms following COVID-19 infection included female (odds ratio [OR], 2.84; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.65 to 4.91) and having QoL issues (OR, 3.25; 95% CI, 1.71 to 6.19). Conclusions: The study investigated the prevalence rates of various symptoms following COVID-19 infection. These findings underscore the need to prioritize comprehensive care for individuals recovering from COVID-19 and to implement strategies to mitigate the long-term impact of the disease on mental health and QoL.

• BMB Reports
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• 제57권5호
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• pp.256-261
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• 2024

In the context of aging, the susceptibility to infectious diseases increases, leading to heightened morbidity and mortality. This phenomenon, termed immunosenescence, is characterized by dysregulation in the aging immune system, including abnormal alterations in lymphocyte composition, elevated basal inflammation, and the accumulation of senescent T cells. Such changes contribute to increased autoimmune diseases, enhanced infection severity, and reduced responsiveness to vaccines. Utilizing aging animal models becomes imperative for a comprehensive understanding of immunosenescence, given the complexity of aging as a physiological process in living organisms. Our investigation focuses on Cisd2, a causative gene for Wolfram syndrome, to elucidate on immunosenescence. Cisd2 knockout (KO) mice, serving as a model for premature aging, exhibit a shortened lifespan with early onset of aging-related features, such as decreased bone density, hair loss, depigmentation, and optic nerve degeneration. Intriguingly, we found that the Cisd2 KO mice present a higher number of neutrophils in the blood; however, isolated neutrophils from these mice display functional defects. Through mass spectrometry analysis, we identified an interaction between Cisd2 and Calnexin, a protein known for its role in protein quality control. Beyond this function, Calnexin also regulates calcium homeostasis through interaction with sarcoendoplasmic reticulum calcium transport ATPase (SERCA). Our study proposes that Cisd2 modulates calcium homeostasis via its interaction with Calnexin and SERCA, consequently influencing neutrophil functions.

• 한국자원식물학회:학술대회논문집
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• 한국자원식물학회 2018년도 추계학술대회
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• pp.26-27
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• 2018

유전 자원에 대한 접근 및 이용에 따른 이익의 공정한 공유를 표방하는 나고야 의정서가 발효되면서, 최근 국내 천연자원을 이용한 바이오 소재 및 제품 개발 연구에 많은 지원이 이뤄지고 있다. 국내 화장품 연구 및 개발 동향은 기존의 합성 화합물 중심에서 벗어나 안전성이 확보된 천연 바이오 소재 중심으로 변화하고 있다. 또한 기능성화장품의 범위가 기존에 크게 미백, 주름개선, 자외선 차단 3가지에서 염모, 탈모 완화, 여드름 완화, 아토피성 피부의 보습 등으로 세분화 및 추가됨으로써 화장품 연구 개발의 범위가 확대되었다. 이러한 기능성 화장품 범위 확대, 화장품 소재에 대한 안전성 규제 강화, 동물실험 금지 등 화장품 연구 환경 변화로 인해 다양한 천연물 기반의 생물학적 활성을 갖는 유효 성분들이 기능성 화장품 소재로 연구되는 사례가 점차 증가하고 있다. 충북은 바이오산업을 지역 특화산업으로 선정하여 바이오산업 육성을 위한 중부권의 오송생명과학단지/오창과학산업단지와 북부권 제천 바이오벨리 조성, 충주기업도시 등을 통해 바이오 제약 및 화장품 기업 유치 와 바이오 산업클러스터를 완성해 가고 있다. 이와 더불어 오송생명과학단지 내에 위치한 오송화장품임상연구지원센터는 충북 지역 중소 화장품 기업들의 글로벌 시장 진출 및 동남아 수출 지원을 위해 임상시험, 효능평가, 해외 인증, 해외시장 박람회 등의 지원을 중점적으로 수행하고 있다. 이러한 하드웨어 인프라 조성과 함께 충북의 천연 소재를 이용한 다양한 국책 연구 개발 사업을 추진하여 충북 특화자원인 황기, 오미자 뿐 아니라 두충, 익지인, 소목 등을 이용한 화장품 소재 개발 연구를 수행하고 있다. 충북지역 기업체 및 연구기관을 중심으로 천연물의 지표 및 유효 물질 원료 확보와 이를 활용한 기능성 화장품 제품화가 본격적으로 추진되고 있어 향후 충북 천연물 산업은 화장품 산업을 중심으로 더욱 성장해 나갈 것으로 기대된다.

• 한국방사선학회논문지
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• 제13권2호
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• pp.175-183
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• 2019

뇌신경계 인터벤션 시술은 장시간의 시술로 인해 피부의 수포, 탈모, 홍반 등의 방사선 피폭으로 인한 위해가 빈번히 보고되고 있다. 인체공학적으로 제작된 Bismuth (원자번호 83;Bi) 차폐체를 뇌혈관계 인터벤션 시술에 적용함으로써 의료방사선 피폭으로부터 두피 및 수정체의 방사선 피폭을 최소화하고자 하였다. 측정 부위는 4부위로 후두부(9 points), 양쪽 측두부(12 points), 양쪽 수정체부(6 points), 코 끝부(6 points)이며, 측정 소자는 광자극 형광 선량계(Optically Stimulated Luminescence Dosimeter: OSLD)를 각 지점(points)에 측정기를 부착 후 자체 제작된 Bismuth차폐 기구를 사용 전(A그룹)과 후(B그룹)를 측정한 후 피부표면선량(entrance surface dose)을 비교 분석하였다. A 그룹(Bismuth unshield)과 B 그룹(Bismuth shield)의 피부선량 평균은 A 그룹은 92.44 mGy였고, B 그룹은 67.55 mGy로 측정되었다. A 그룹에 비해 B 그룹에서 평균 26.92% 감소되었다. 후두부의 피부선량 평균은 A 그룹(9 point)은 146.08 mGy, B 그룹(9 point)은 103.23 mGy로 측정되었고 A 그룹에 비해 B 그룹에서 평균 29.32 % 감소하였다. 측두부의 피부선량 평균은 A 그룹(6 point)은 101.90 mGy, B 그룹(6 point)은 72.69 mGy로 측정되었고 A 그룹에 비해 B 그룹에서 평균 28.67% 감소하였다. 수정체부의 피부선량 평균은 A 그룹(3 point)은 27.51 mGy, B 그룹(3 point)은 21.39 mGy로 측정되었고 A 그룹에 비해 B 그룹에서 평균 22.26% 감소하였다. Bismuth 차폐체의 사용은 뇌혈관 중재적 시술 후 나타날 수 있는 일시적 탈모 및 기타 확률적 영향에 따른 방사선 장해를 감소시킬 수 있는 대안이 될 것으로 사료된다.

• Journal of Plant Biotechnology
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• 제34권4호
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• pp.285-291
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• 2007

본 연구는 아그로박테리움 공동배양법을 이용한 기능획득 인삼 모상근의 대량생산을 위한 조건 확립에 대한 것이다. 일반적으로, 인삼과 같이 형질전환을 통한종자의 확보가 어려운 식물에서는 loss-of-function을 이용한 기능유전체 연구에 한계가 있다. 한편, 유전자의 기능을 활성화시키는 방법 (gain-of-function)인 activation tagging 기술은 이러한 문제점을 극복할 수 있는 대안이 될 수 있으며, Agrobacterium rhizogenes를 이용한 모상근 생산 시스템은 대량의 돌연변이체를 안정적으로 용이하게 얻을 수 있다는 점에서 최적의 시스템이라고 할 수 있다. 본 연구에서는 activation-tagging된 효율적인 형질전환 모상근 생산에 있어서의 최적의 아그로박테리움 균주 및 인삼조직, 배지조성 등에 대한 조건을 확립하였으며, 다양한 배지에서의 형질전환 모상근의 생장률 및 분지율, 표현형 등을 조사하였다. 엽병 절편을 activation-tagging vector pKH01을 가지고 있는 A. rhizogenes R1000와 공동배양하였을 때 배양 4주후 85.9%의 빈도로 모상근이 생산되었다. 모상근의 최대 생장과 분지도를 나타내는 배양조건을 조사한 바 엽병절편을 1/2 SH 배지에서 4주 배양하였을 때 왕성하게 생장하였으며 2.6의 분지도를 보여주었다. 최종적으로 1,989개체의 독립적인 형질전환 모상근 line을 생산하였으며, 이들 모상근 line은 인삼 진세노사이드 생합성 관련 유전자의 발굴 및 기능해석에 유용하게 쓰일 것이다.