• 한국작물학회:학술대회논문집
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• 한국작물학회 2022년도 추계학술대회
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• pp.225-225
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• 2022

Rice is a major food crop consumed by approximately half of the world's population. Heading date is one of the major agronomic traits and has a wide impact on the productivity and quality of rice. Recently, shortening the growth period of rice through modulating heading date has been emphasized as one of the most effective strategies for reducing methane emissions from paddy fields. OsPRR37, a major heading date gene in rice, represses flowering under both short-day and long-day conditions. Plants carrying the loss-of-function alleles of OsPRR37 have been reported to flower approximately seven days and 20 days earlier than those carrying the functional alleles in short day and long day conditions, respectively. In this study, we investigated the nucleotide sequence variation existing in the exonic regions of OsPRR37 and catalogued the allelic distribution in 208 Korean rice cultivars. We used four sets of primers for amplifying and sequencing the eight exons of OsPRR37. As a result, two types of loss-of-function alleles and four types of functional alleles were found in 208 Korean rice cultivars. Interestingly, only three cultivars (Jinbuolbyeo, Jinseolchal, and Mimyeon) carried loss-of-function alleles while 205 carried functional alleles, indicating that OsPRR37 loss-of-function alleles have been used very rarely in Korean rice breeding programs. To generate useful information for the development of early-maturing rice cultivars, our future work will focus on analyzing the effect of different OsPRR37 alleles on heading date and other major agronomic traits.

• 생물환경조절학회지
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• 제12권2호
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• pp.101-105
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• 2003

양파 plug묘 육묘시 일장조절에 의한 우량묘 생산을 위해 자연일장을 대비로 하여 11.5시간, 12.5시간 및 13.5시간의 일장 하에서 월륜과 창녕대고 품종을 200공 plug tray에 육묘한 후에 직경 16cm pot에 이식하여 16시간의 일장 하에서 재배하였다. 엽수, 엽초경, 초장 및 엽초장은 시기가 경과할수록 증가하였으나 13.5시간 일장에서의 초장과 엽초경은 일장처리 20일 후에는 감소하였다. 일장에 따른 생육은 엽수 및 엽초경은 장일조건에서 생육이 좋았으나 초장 및 엽초장은 장일에서 억제되는 경향을 나타내었다. 장일조건에서 육묘한 것일수록 이식 후에 구가 크고 비대도 빨랐다. 이상의 결과로 볼 때 육묘기간 중의 장일처리로서 도장의 억제 및 우량묘 생산의 가능성을 보여주고 있다.

• 한국임상약학회지
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• 제10권3호
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• pp.107-110
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• 2000

Theophylline and $\beta$-adrenergic agonists are frequently used together in patients with respiratory diseases. However the clinical impact of $\beta_2$-adrenergic agonists on the blood concentration of theophylline is not fully evaluated. Formoterol, a newly available oral ${\beta}_2$-adrenergic agonist is frequently used in pediatric respiratory patients. The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of oral formoterol on theophylline's blood concentration. Randomized prospective study was conducted. Twenty-four children were enrolled on the study. Their age ranged 2 to 73 months (mean 35.8 months). Theophylline group (12 patients) received 10 mg/kg/day of for theophylline orally. Theophylline/formoterol group (12 patients) received 10 mg/kg/day of theophylline and $4\;{\mu}g/kg/day$ of formoterol orally. All medications were administered at least for 5 days starting on admission day. Theophylline's trough concentrations were obtained on days 3 and day 5. Pulse rates were recorded before the study medications were given on admission, and days 3 and day 5. Statistical significance was calculated by two-tailed Student's t-test. Theophylline's levels in children given theophylline and formoterol together were lower an those given theophylline alone ($6.38\pm0.90\;{\mu}g/ml\;vs\;7.43\pm0.77\;{\mu}g/ml$ on day 3(p<0.05), $5.62\pm0.56\;{\mu}g/ml\;vs.\;6.78\pm0.61\;{\mu}g/ml$ on day 5 (p<0.05)). In both groups, theophylline's trough concentration on day 5 were lower than day 3. There was no significant side effects in both groups. In conclusion, the new ${\beta}_2$ selective adrenergic agonist formoterol reduced serum theophylline levels in children with respiratory diseases. Further investigation is needed to clarify the long term effect of this drug interaction.

• Journal of Biomedical and Translational Research
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• 제19권4호
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• pp.86-91
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• 2018

Angiotensin receptor blockers, such as telmisartan, are considered effective in the treatment of hypertension and proteinuria due to chronic kidney disease (CKD) in cats. It selectively blocks the $AT_1$ receptor and does not affect the $AT_2$ receptor, thus effectively blocking the activity of the renin angiotensin aldosterone system. This study aims to compare over time the changes in various indicators, including systemic hypertension and proteinuria, before and after the administration of telmisartan in cats with CKD. Decrease in blood pressure (BP) (p<0.001) and urine protein to creatinine (UP/C) ratio (p<0.001) were found to be statistically significant over time after the administration of telmisartan. BP and the UP/C ratio were $160{\pm} 22.2$ and $0.50{\pm}0.647$ before telmisartan administration (Day 0), $150{\pm}21.0$ and $0.27{\pm}0.487$ on the 30th day (Day 30), $150{\pm}17.0$ and $0.25{\pm}0.376$ on the 60th day (Day 60), and $140{\pm}17.8$ and $0.15{\pm}0.233$ on the 90th day (Day 90) after administration, respectively. BP and UP/C were statistically significantly lower in cats with CKD over time at each time point from Day 0 to Day 90 at 30 day intervals. Especially after 90 days of telmisartan administration, the improvement of BP and UP/C were estimated to be about 20 mmHg and 0.35, respectively. In conclusion, the oral administration of telmisartan to cats with CKD is effective in improving BP and proteinuria, which has a positive effect on long-term survival in cats with CKD.

• Clinical and Experimental Reproductive Medicine
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• 제30권1호
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• pp.95-103
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• 2003

Objective : To assess and compare the clinical outcomes between GnRH agonist long protocol and GnRH antagonist short protocol in oocyte donation program. Materials and Methods: Of total 18 oocyte donation cycles, controlled ovarian hyperstimulation (COH) were performed with GnRH agonist long protocol and GnRH antagonist short protocol in initial 9 cycles and later 9 cycles, respectively. Oral estradiol valerate and progesterone in oil we re administrated to all recipients for endometrial preparation. Oral estradiol administration was started from donor cycle day 1 after full shut down of gonadal axis with GnRH agonist in patients with ovarian function. Progesterone was injected from oocyte retrieval day of donor initially, then continuously till pregnancy 12 weeks if pregnancy was ongoing. We compared the parameters of clinical outcomes, such as number of the retrieved oocytes, fertilization rate, high grade embryo production rate, clinical pregnancy rate, implantation rate, ongoing pregnancy rate, COH duration, total gonadotropin dose for COH between GnRH agonist long protocol group and GnRH antagonist group. Statistical analysis was performed using Mann-Whitney test, p<0.05 was considered as statistically significant. Results: The number of retrieved oocytes, fertilization rate, high grade embryo production rate, clinical pregnancy rate, implantation rate, ongoing pregnancy rate were $14.89{\pm}7.83$, 81%, 64%, 78%, 31%, 78%, respectively in GnRHa long protocol group and $11.22{\pm}8.50$, 79%, 64%, 67%, 34%, 56%, respectively in GnRH antagonist group. There was no significant differences in parameters of clinical outcomes between 2 groups (all p value >0.05). Duration and total gonadotropin dose for COH were $10.94{\pm}1.70$ days and $43.78{\pm}6.8$ vials in 18 cycles, $12.00{\pm}1.73$ days and $48.00{\pm}6.93$ vials in agonist group, $9.88{\pm}0.78$ days and $39.55{\pm}3.13$ vials in antagonist group, respectively. In GnRH agonist long protocol group, significantly longer duration and higher gonadotropin dose for COH were needed (p=0.012). Conclusion: In oocyte donation program, clinical outcomes from controlled ovarian hyperstimulation with GnRH antagonist were comparable to those from GnRH agonist long protocol group, so controlled ovarian hyperstimulation with GnRH antagonist may be effective as GnRH agonist long protocol. At least there may not be harmful effects of GnRH antagonist on oocyte development and quality.

• Childhood Kidney Diseases
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• 제2권2호
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• pp.118-124
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• 1998

목 적 : HS 신염은 확정된 특별한 치료지침이 없으며, 신염의 정도가 심한 경우 단일 스테로이드 요법으로 치료 효과가 좋지 않으므로 장기간 스테로이드 투여 및 azathioprine의 병합에 의한 치료 효과를 관찰하기 위해 본 연구를 시행하였다. 대상 및 방법 : Henoch-$Sch{\ddot{o}}nlein$ purpura(HSP)로 진단 받은 후 심한 단백뇨(40 mg/hr/$m^2$ 이상)를 보인 HS 신염 환아 5례(남자 2례, 여자 3례)를 대상으로 신장 생검을 실시하여 ISKDC grade III 이상을 보인 환아를 대상으로 하였고 치료방법은 1)스테로이드 pulse치료를 격일로 6회 정주한 다음, 2) 경구로 스테로이드를 2mg/kg/day(최대 80mg/day) 1개월 투여한 후 1 mg/kg/day으로 1 개월 투여하고 2년간 격일로 1mg/kg/day경구 투여하였다. 3)스테로이드 pulse치료 시행 뒤 azathioprine(2 mg/kg/day)을 2년간 병합하여 경구 투여하였다. 단백뇨 및 미세 혈뇨를 추적 검사하여 임상적 관해 여부를 조사하였고 추적 신장조직 검사를 시행하였다. 결 과 :발병 평균 연령은 $10.5{\pm}3.4$년이었으며 HSP에서 신염으로의 발병 기간은 2주에서 5개월로 평균 $7.4{\pm}7.4$주이었다. 24시간 뇨단백은 평균 $4857.8{\pm}2046.1$ mg/day이었다. 임상적 관해는 5례 중 4례($80\%$)로 단백뇨 소실의 평균기간은 $5{\pm}2.4$개월, 미세혈뇨의 소실 기간은 평균 $13.3{\pm}2.9$개월이었다. 병리학적 소견은 ISKDC 분류로 Crade IIIb가 3례, Grade VI가 2례로 추적 신장 조직 검사를 시행한 4례 중 3례에서 조직학적으로 호전된 양상을 보였다. 결 론 : 아직까지 HS 신염에 대한 확정된 치료 지침이 없는 상황에서 본 연구의 장기간 스테로이드 경구 투여 및 azathioprine의 병합 요법이 임상적, 조직학적으로 효과가 있는 것으로 생각되며 앞으로 더 많은 환아에서 추적 관찰이 필요하다.

• 지질공학
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• 제14권2호
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• pp.189-197
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• 2004

최근, 지하수 양수량이 적은 관정을 대상으로 양수량을 증가시키기 위한 연구가 활발하게 이루어지고 있다. 이러한 관정에 대한 효율적인 방법으로는 공압파쇄를 이용할 수 있다. 공압파쇄는 관정 내 일시적 및 단계적으로 공기압을 주입하여 암반 내 응력의 불균형을 초래시켜 균열의 폭, 길이, 수를 증가시키거나 균열 내 물질을 제거함으로써 지하수가 유입될 수 있는 공간을 확보해주는 공법이다. 즉, 일시적으로 큰 공기압을 암반 내로 주입하여 암반 원래의 투수성보다 더 높은 투수성 및 지하수양을 얻을 수 있다. 이 연구의 결과로서 P-5공에서는 파쇄 전 양수량이 $26\textrm{m}^3/day$, 수위강하량이 51.12m, 비양수량은 $0.51\textrm{m}^2/day$이며, 파쇄 후 양수량은 $30\textrm{m}^3/day$, 수위강하량이 56.58m, 비양수량은 $0.53$m^2$/day$이다. 이는 당초보다 $4\textrm{m}^3/day$이 증가되었으며 약 15%의 수량증대 효과가 나타났다.

• Clinical and Experimental Reproductive Medicine
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• 제42권2호
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• pp.67-71
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• 2015

Objective: Elevated serum progesterone (P) levels on triggering day have been known to affect the pregnancy rate of in vitro fertilization (IVF). This study aimed to identify the possible factors influencing serum P levels on triggering day in stimulated IVF cycles. Methods: Three hundred and thirty consecutive fresh IVF cycles were included in the study. All cycles were first attempts and were performed in a single infertility center. The indications for IVF were male factor infertility (n=114), ovulatory infertility (n=84), endometriosis (n=61), tubal infertility (n=59), unexplained infertility (n=41), and uterine factor infertility (n=39). A luteal long protocol of a gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) agonist (n=184) or a GnRH antagonist protocol (n=146) was used for pituitary suppression. Ovarian sensitivity was defined as the serum estradiol level on triggering day per 500 IU of administered gonadotropins (OS[a]) or the retrieved oocyte number per 500 IU of administered gonadotropins (OS[b]). Results: Univariate analysis revealed that the serum P level on triggering day was associated with the serum estradiol level on triggering day (r=0.379, p<0.001), the number of follicles ${\geq}14mm$ (r=0.247, p<0.001), the number of retrieved oocytes (r=0.384, p<0.001), and ovarian sensitivity (OS[a]: r=0.245, p<0.001; OS[b]: r=0.170, p=0.002). The woman's age, body mass index, antral follicle count, and basal serum follicle stimulating hormone and estradiol levels were not associated with serum P level on triggering day. The serum P level on triggering day did not show significant variation depending on the type or cause of infertility, pituitary suppression protocol, or the type of gonadotropins used. Conclusion: The serum P level on triggering day was closely related to the response to ovarian stimulation.

• Nutrition Research and Practice
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• 제6권2호
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• pp.155-161
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• 2012

Excessive oxidative stress and abnormal blood lipids may cause chronic diseases. This risk can be reduced by consuming an antioxidant- and fiber-rich vegetarian diet. We compared biomarkers of oxidative stress, antioxidant capacity, and lipid profiles of sex- and age-matched long-term vegetarians and omnivores in Korea. Forty-five vegetarians (23 men and 22 women; mean age, $49.5{\pm}5.3$ years), who had maintained a vegetarian diet for a minimum of 15 years, and 30 omnivores (15 men and 15 women; mean age, $48.9{\pm}3.6$ years) participated in this study. Their 1-day, 24-h recall, and 2-day dietary records were analyzed. Oxidative stress was measured by the levels of diacron reactive oxygen metabolites (d-ROM). Antioxidant status was determined by the biological antioxidant potential (BAP) and levels of endogenous antioxidant enzymes such as superoxide dismutase, catalase, and glutathione peroxidase. We observed that vegetarians had a significantly lower body fat percentage ($21.6{\pm}6.4%$) than that of omnivores ($25.4{\pm}4.6%$; $P$ < 0.004). d-ROM levels were significantly lower in vegetarians than those in omnivores ($331.82{\pm}77.96$ and $375.80{\pm}67.26$ Carratelli units; $P$ < 0.011). Additionally, total cholesterol levels in the vegetarians and omnivores were $173.73{\pm}31.42$ mg/dL and $193.17{\pm}37.89$ mg/dL, respectively ($P$ < 0.018). Low-density lipoprotein cholesterol was $101.36{\pm}23.57$ mg/dL and $120.60{\pm}34.62$ mg/dL ($P$ < 0.005) in the vegetarians and omnivores, respectively, indicating that vegetarians had significantly lower lipid levels. Thus, oxidative stress, body fat, and cholesterol levels were lower in long-term vegetarians than those in omnivores.

• Clinical and Experimental Reproductive Medicine
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• 제41권3호
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• pp.125-131
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• 2014

Objective: Under estrogen deficiency, blastocysts cannot initiate implantation and enter dormancy. Dormant blastocysts live longer in utero than normal blastocysts, and autophagy has been suggested as a mechanism underlying the sustained survival of dormant blastocysts during delayed implantation. Autophagy is a cellular degradation pathway and a central component of the integrated stress response. Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are produced within cells during normal metabolism, but their levels increase dramatically under stressful conditions. We investigated whether heightened autophagy in dormant blastocysts is associated with the increased oxidative stress under the unfavorable condition of delayed implantation. Methods: To visualize ROS production, day 8 (short-term dormancy) and day 20 (long-term dormancy) dormant blastocysts were loaded with $1-{\mu}M$ 5-(and-6)-chloromethyl-2', 7'-dichlorodihydrofluorescein diacetate, acetyl ester (CM-$H_2DCFDA$). To block autophagic activation, 3-methyladenine (3-MA) and wortmannin were used in vivo and in vitro, respectively. Results: We observed that ROS production was not significantly affected by the status of dormancy; in other words, both dormant and activated blastocysts showed high levels of ROS. However, ROS production was higher in the dormant blastocysts of the long-term dormancy group than in those of the short-term group. The addition of wortmannin to dormant blastocysts in vitro and 3-MA injection in vivo significantly increased ROS production in the short-term dormant blastocysts. In the long-term dormant blastocysts, ROS levels were not significantly affected by the treatment of the autophagy inhibitor. Conclusion: During delayed implantation, heightened autophagy in dormant blastocysts may be operative as a potential mechanism to reduce oxidative stress. Further, ROS may be one of the potential causes of compromised developmental competence of long-term dormant blastocysts after implantation.