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Effect of Supplemental Fish Meal on Milk Yield and Milk Composition of Holstein Cows during Early Lactation

  • Adachi, N.;Suzuki, K.;Kasai, K.;Hiroki, M.;Kume, S.;Nonaka, I.;Abe, A.
    • Asian-Australasian Journal of Animal Sciences
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    • 제13권3호
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    • pp.329-333
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    • 2000
  • Data of 15 multiparous Holstein cows kept at Ibaraki Prefectural Animal Experiment Station were collected from 10 weeks prepartum to 20 weeks postpartum. Cows were assigned randomly to a soybean meal (S8M) diet or a fish meal (FM) diet from 4 weeks before expected calving date to 20 weeks postpartum. Each diet was formulated to contain similar amounts of CP, ADF, and NDF. In the FM diet, 2.5 and 5% of fish meal were supplemented as total mixed rations in prepartum and postpartum periods, respectively. Compared to the SBM diet, undegraded intake protein (UIP) and Met were higher in the FM diet, but Lys was low. Body weight and dry matter intake were not affected by supplemental FM, and dry matter intake increased by 6 weeks postpartum and maintained constant after 7 weeks postpartum. Cows in the FM diet remained high milk production during the experimental period, but milk yield in the SBM diet decreased gradually after 6 weeks postpartum. Supplemental FM increased milk yield and protein yield from 10 to 20 weeks postpartum when FM intake was 1.19 kg/d, although milk protein was not improved. There were no significance differences in fat content and fat yield between FM and SBM diets. Supplemental FM had no effect on plasma glucose and urea-N at parturition and 7 weeks postpartum. Thus, the increased milk and protein yield may be due to the combination of carryover effect of supplemental UIP or Met in FM from 4 weeks prepartum to 10 weeks postpartum and direct effect of supplemental FM.

옥내(屋內)의 온도(溫度), 상대습도(相對濕度)와 목재(木材) 평형함수율(平衡含水率)의 연중(年中) 변이(變異) (Annual Variation in Temperature, Relative Humidity and Equilibrium Moisture Content of Wood in Indoor)

  • 정희석;이남호
    • 한국산림과학회지
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    • 제83권4호
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    • pp.540-544
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    • 1994
  • 중부 지방에서 옥내의 목재 사용 4장소별로 기후치평형함수율은 온도와 상대습도를 근거하여 계산하고 실측평형함수율은 더그러스 퍼와 상수리나무 등 7수종의 기건 시험편을 1년간 공시하여 측정하였다. 조사된 각 장소의 연간 평균 온도과 상대습도는 아파트 안방이 $23.3^{\circ}C$와 54.9%, 아파트 거실은 $22.4^{\circ}C$와 59.5%, 사무실은 $20.1^{\circ}C$와 57.0%, 단독주택의 거실은 $19.4^{\circ}C$와 64.0%이었다. 년간 평균 기후치평형함수율과 실측평형함수율은 아파트 안방은 각각 10.2%와 9.7%, 아파트 거실은 각각 11.1%와 10.2%, 사무실은 각각 10.7%와 10.4% 그리고 단독주택의 거실은 각각 12.1%와 12.5%이었다. 카사이의 실측평형함수율은 전체 평균치보다 약간 컸었고 버즘나무와 아피통은 약간 적었다.

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Blazed $GxL^{TM}$ Device for Laser Dream Theatre at the Aichi Expo 2005

  • Ito, Yasuyuki;Saruta, Kunihiko;Kasai, Hiroto;Nshida, Masato;Yamaguchi, Masanari;Yamashita, Keitaro;Taguchi, Ayumu;Oniki, Kazunao;Tamada, Hitoshi
    • Journal of Information Display
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    • 제8권2호
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    • pp.10-14
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    • 2007
  • A blazed $GxL^{TM}$ device is described as having high optical efficiency (> 70% for RGB lasers), and high contrast ratio (> 10,000:1), and that is highly reliable when used in a large-area laser projection system. It has a robust design and precise stress control technology to maintain a uniform shape (bow and tilt) of more than 6,000 ribbons, a $0.25-{\mu}m$ CMOS compatible fabrication processing and planarization techniques to reduce fluctuation of the ribbons, and a reliable Al-Cu reflective film that provided protection against a high-power laser. No degradation in characteristics of the GxL device is observed after operating a 5,000- lumen projector for 2,000 hours and conducting 2,000 temperature cycling tests at $-20^{\circ}C$ and $+80^{\circ}C$. At the 2005 World Exposition in Aichi, Japan the world's largest laser projection screen with a size of 2005 inches (10 m ${\times}$ 50 m) and 6 million pixels (1,080 ${\times}$ 5,760) was demonstrated.

홍삼의 배당체 (RED-GINSENG OF GLYCOSIDES)

  • Matsuura Hiromichi;Kasai Ryoji;Morita Toshinobu;Saruwatari Yuhichiro;Kunihiro Kazuo;Fuwa Tohru;Tanaka Osamu
    • 고려인삼학회:학술대회논문집
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    • 고려인삼학회 1984년도 학술대회지
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    • pp.153-158
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    • 1984
  • 홍삼의 물추출물을 먼저 다공성의 polymer로 분획을 나누고 다음에 Silica gel컬럼 크로마토 그래피로 분리하여 2개의 새로운 형태의 배당체인 A($C_{12}H_{16}O_(8)$)와 B($C_{9}H_{16}O_{7}$)를 분리하였으며, 이때 이때 수율은 각각 $0.04{\%}$$0.16{\%}$였다. A와 B의 구조는 NMR과 MS에 의햇 밝혀졌다. 백삼의 추출물에서는 이들 배당체는 검출되지 않았으며, 한편 증삼과정중에 A와 B의 형성기 전이 논의될 것이다. 또한 홍삼의 뇌두로부터 사포닌의 분리 및 확인이 역시 보고될 것이다.

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Color stability of laboratory glass-fiber-reinforced plastics for esthetic orthodontic wires

  • Inami, Toshihiro;Tanimoto, Yasuhiro;Minami, Naomi;Yamaguchi, Masaru;Kasai, Kazutaka
    • 대한치과교정학회지
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    • 제45권3호
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    • pp.130-135
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    • 2015
  • Objective: In our previous study, glass-fiber-reinforced plastics (GFRPs) made from polycarbonate and glass fibers were prepared for esthetic orthodontic wires using pultrusion. These laboratory GFRP wires are more transparent than the commercially available nickel-titanium wire; however, an investigation of the color stability of GFRP during orthodontic treatment is needed. Accordingly, in the present study, the color stability of GFRP was assessed using colorimetry. Methods: Preparation of GFRP esthetic round wires (diameter: 0.45 mm [0.018 inch]) using pultrusion was described previously. Here, to investigate how the diameter of fiber reinforcement affects color stability, GFRPs were prepared by incorporating either $13-{\mu}m$ (GFRP-13) or $7-{\mu}m$ glass (GFRP-7) fibers. The color changes of GFRPs after 24 h, and following 1, 2, and 4 weeks of coffee immersion at $37^{\circ}C$, were measured by colorimetry. We evaluated the color stability of GFRPs by two evaluating units: the color difference (${\Delta}E^*$) and National Bureau of Standards (NBS). Results: After immersion, both GFRPs showed almost no visible color change. According to the colorimetry measurements, the ${\Delta}E^*$ values of GFRP-13 and GFRP-7 were 0.73-1.16, and 0.62-1.10, respectively. In accordance with NBS units, both GFRPs showed "slight" color changes. As a result, there were no significant differences in the ${\Delta}E^*$ values or NBS units for GFRP-13 or GFRP-7. Moreover, for both GFRPs, no significant differences were observed in any of the immersion periods. Conclusions: Our findings suggest that the GFRPs will maintain high color stability during orthodontic treatment, and are an attractive prospect as esthetic orthodontic wires.

X-ray Absorption and Photoemission Spectroscopy Study of Nd1/2A1/2Mn1-yCryO3(A=Ca, Sr)

  • Kang, J.S.;Kim, J.H.;Han, S.W.;Kim, K.H.;Choi, E.J.;Sekiyama, A.;Kasai, S.;Suga, S.;Kimura, T.
    • Journal of Magnetics
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    • 제8권4호
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    • pp.142-145
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    • 2003
  • Valence states and electronic structures of Cr-doped $Nd_{1/2}A_{1/2}Mn_{1-y}Cr_{y}O_3$(NAMO; A=Ca, Sr) manganites have been investigated using x-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS) and high-resolution photoemission spectroscopy (PES). All the Cr-doped NAMO systems exhibit the clear metallic Fermi edges in the Mn $e_{g}$ PES spectra near $E_{F}$. The spectral intensity at $E_{F}$ is higher for Cr-doped N $d_{l}$ 2/S $r_{l}$ 2/Mn $O_3$(NSMO) than for Cr-doped N $d_{l}$ 2/C $a_{l}$ 2/Mn $O_3$ (NCMO), reflecting the stronger metallic nature for NSMO than for NCMO. The measured Cr 2p XAS spectra are found to be very similar to that of C $r_2$ $O_3$, indicating that Cr ions in Cr-doped NAMO are in the trivalent C states ( $t^3$$_{2g}$). The Cr 2p XAS data are consistent with the Cr 3d PES spectra located at ∼1.3 eV below $E_{F}$ and having no emission near $E_{F}$.

Indocyanine green fluorescence videoangiography for reliable variations of supraclavicular artery flaps

  • Suzuki, Yushi;Shimizu, Yusuke;Kasai, Shogo;Yamazaki, Shun;Takemaru, Masashi;Kitamura, Takuya;Kawakami, Saori;Tamura, Takeshi
    • Archives of Plastic Surgery
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    • 제46권4호
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    • pp.318-323
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    • 2019
  • Background Pedicled flaps are useful for reconstructive surgery. Previously, we often used vascularized supraclavicular flaps, especially for head and neck reconstruction, but then shifted to using thoracic branch of the supraclavicular artery (TBSA) flaps. However, limited research exists on the anatomy of TBSA flaps and on the use of indocyanine green (ICG) fluorescence videoangiography for supraclavicular artery flaps. We utilized ICG fluorescence videoangiography to harvest reliable flaps in reconstructive operations, and describe the results herein. Methods Data were retrospectively reviewed from six patients (five men and one woman: average age, 54 years; range, 48-60 years) for whom ICG videoangiography was performed to observe the skin perfusion of a supraclavicular flap after it was raised. Areas where the flap showed good enhancement were considered to be favorable for flap survival. The observation of ICG dye indicated good skin perfusion, which is predictive of flap survival; therefore, we trimmed any areas without dye filling and used the remaining viable part of the flap. Results The flaps ranged in size from $13{\times}5.5cm$ to $17{\times}6.5cm$. One patient received a conventional supraclavicular flap, four patients received a TBSA flap, and one patient received a flap that was considered to be intermediate between a supraclavicular flap and a TBSA flap. The flaps completely survived in all cases, and no flap necrosis was observed. Conclusions The TBSA flap is very useful in reconstructive surgery, and reliable flaps could be obtained by using ICG fluorescence videoangiography intraoperatively.

Analysis of Cholangitis Rates with Extended Perioperative Antibiotics and Adjuvant Corticosteroids in Biliary Atresia

  • Goh, Lynette;Phua, Kong Boo;Low, Yee;Chiang, Li Wei;Yong, Chen;Chiou, Fang Kuan
    • Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition
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    • 제24권4호
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    • pp.366-376
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    • 2021
  • Purpose: There is no consensus regarding adjuvant therapies following Kasai portoenterostomy (KP) for biliary atresia (BA). This study aimed to analyze the effect of extended perioperative intravenous antibiotics (PI-Abx) and adjuvant corticosteroid on cholangitis and jaundice clearance rates in the 3 years post-KP in children with BA. Methods: Data of patients who underwent KP between 1999-2018 at a single center were retrospectively analyzed. Group A (1999-2010) received PI-Abx for 5 days, Group B (2010-2012) received PI-Abx for 5 days plus low-dose prednisolone (2 mg/kg), and Group C (2012-2017) received PI-Abx for 14 days plus high-dose prednisolone (5 mg/kg). Results: Fifty-four patients were included with groups A, B, and C comprising 25, 9, and 20 patients, respectively. The number of episodes of cholangitis was 1.0, 1.6, and 1.3 per patient (p=NS) within the first year and 1.8, 2.3, and 1.7 (p=NS) over 3 years in Groups A, B, and C, respectively. The jaundice clearance rate at 6 months was 52%, 78%, and 50% (p=NS), and the 3-year native liver survival (NLS) rate was 76%, 100%, and 80% (p=NS) in Groups A, B, and C, respectively. A near-significant association was observed between the incidence of cholangitis within the first year and decompensated liver cirrhosis/death at 3 years post KP (p=0.09). Persistence of jaundice at 6 months was significantly associated with decompensated cirrhosis/death at 3 years (p<0.001). Conclusion: The extended duration of PI-Abx and adjuvant corticosteroids was not associated with improved rates of cholangitis, jaundice clearance, or NLS in patients with BA.

A Multicenter Pilot Study of Biliary Atresia Screening Using Digital Stool Color Imaging

  • Kannamon Waitayagitgumjon;Wannisa Poocharoen;Suchin Trirongjitmoah;Kriengsak Treeprapin;Arada Suttiwongsing;Thetiya Wirifai;Chira Trirongchitmoh;Pitiporn Tangkabuanbutr
    • Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition
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    • 제27권3호
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    • pp.168-175
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    • 2024
  • Purpose: The presence of alcoholic stool in biliary atresia (BA) patients is the basis of a stool color card (SCC), a screening tool that has led to more patients receiving Kasai portoenterostomy earlier. This study aimed to evaluate the color image processing of stool images captured using smartphones. We propose that measuring digital color parameters is a more objective method for identifying BA stools and may improve the sensitivity of BA screening. Methods: A prospective study was conducted in five hospitals in Thailand between October 1, 2020, and December 31, 2021. Stools from infants presenting with jaundice, acholic stool, or dark-colored urine were photographed. Digital image color analysis was performed, and software was developed based on the color on the original SCC. Sensitivity and specificity for predicting BA stools were compared between the SCC and the software. Results: Of 33 infants eligible for data collection, 19 were diagnosed with BA. Saturation and blue were two potential digital color parameters used to differentiate BA stools. The receiver operating characteristic curve was used to determine the optimum cutoff point of both values, and when saturation ≤56 or blue ≥61 was set as a threshold for detecting BA stool, high accuracy was achieved at 81.8% and 78.8%, respectively. Conclusion: Digital image processing is a promising technology. With appropriate cutoff values of saturation in hue, saturation, value and blue in red, green, blue color models, BA stools can be identified, and equivocal-colored stools of non-BA patients can be differentiated with acceptable accuracy in infants presenting with jaundice.

Effect of caspases and RANKL induced by heavy force in orthodontic root resorption

  • Minato, Yukari;Yamaguchi, Masaru;Shimizu, Mami;Kikuta, Jun;Hikida, Takuji;Hikida, Momoko;Suemitsu, Masaaki;Kuyama, Kayo;Kasai, Kazutaka
    • 대한치과교정학회지
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    • 제48권4호
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    • pp.253-261
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    • 2018
  • Objective: Orthodontic root resorption (ORR) due to orthodontic tooth movement is a difficult treatment-related adverse event. Caspases are important effector molecules for apoptosis. At present, little is known about the mechanisms underlying ORR and apoptosis in the cementum. The aim of the present in vivo study was to investigate the expression of tartrate-resistant acid phosphatase (TRAP), caspase 3, caspase 8, and receptor activator of nuclear factor kappa-B ligand (RANKL) in the cementum in response to a heavy or an optimum orthodontic force. Methods: The maxillary molars of male Wistar rats were subjected to an orthodontic force of 10 g or 50 g using a closed coil spring. The rats were sacrificed each experimental period on days 1, 3, 5, and 7 after orthodontic force application. And the rats were subjected to histopathological and immunohistochemical analyses. Results: On day 7 for the 50-g group, hematoxylin and eosin staining revealed numerous root resorption lacunae with odontoclasts on the root, while immunohistochemistry showed increased TRAP- and RANKL-positive cells. Caspase 3- and caspase 8-positive cells were increased on the cementum surfaces in the 50-g group on days 3 and 5. Moreover, the number of caspase 3- and caspase 8-positive cells and RANKL-positive cells was significantly higher in the 50-g group than in the 10-g group. Conclusions: In our rat model, ORR occurred after apoptosis was induced in the cementum by a heavy orthodontic force. These findings suggest that apoptosis of cementoblasts is involved in ORR.