• 펄프종이기술
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• 제32권2호
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• pp.35-39
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• 2000

Refining is very important process of fibers treatment for proper paper properties. An extent of refining is usually measured by freeness, although freeness gives complicated meanings. One of a direct way of studying the refining effects on pulp fibers is making photomicrographs of beaten fibers. The conventional microscopy like light microscopy(LM) and scanning electron microscopy(SEM) require to preserve the wet structure of pulp fibers morphologically since most of papermaking process is carried out almost entirely in water. Recently developed microscopy, especially confocal laser scanning microscopy(CLSM), offers the possibility of examining fully hydrated pulp fibers. Cross-sectional images of wet pulp fibers are also generated using optical sectioning by CLSM and image analysis in order to verify and quantify the extent of fiber wall swelling indicating the internal fibrillation. At low beating load such as 2.5 kgf, in the same freeness, breaking length is higher than that of high beating load such as 5.6 kgf. fiber wall thickness at low beating load is greater than that at high beating load. This result is accounted for the fact that internal fibrillation in the low beating load was high.

• Journal of the Optical Society of Korea
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• 제15권3호
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• pp.252-263
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• 2011

In this work, for the first time, the quality of restoration in wide-field microscopy images after deconvolution was analyzed as a function of different Point Spread Functions using one deconvolution method, on a specimen of known size and on a biological specimen. The empirical Point Spread Function determination can significantly depend on the numerical aperture, refractive index of the embedding medium, refractive index of the immersion oil and cover slip thickness. The influence of all of these factors is shown in the same article and using the same microscope. We have found that the best deconvolution results are obtained when the empirical PSF utilized is obtained under the same conditions as the specimen. We also demonstrated that it is very important to quantitatively check the process' outcome using several quality indicators: Full-Width at Half-Maximum, Contrast-to-Noise Ratio, Signal-to-Noise Ratio and a Tenengrad-based function. We detected a significant improvement when using an indicator to measure the focus of the whole stack. Therefore, to qualitatively determinate the best deconvolved image between different conditions, one approach that we are pursuing is to use Tenengrad-based function indicators in images obtained using a wide-field microscope.

• International Journal of Precision Engineering and Manufacturing
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• 제7권4호
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• pp.3-7
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• 2006

Confocal scanning microscopy is a measurement technique used to observe micrometer and sub-micrometer features due to its high resolution, nondestructive properties, and 3D surface profiling capabilities. The design, implementation, and performance test of a confocal scanning microscopy system are presented in this paper. A short-wavelength laser (405 nm) and an objective lens with a high numerical aperture (0.95) were used to achieve the desired high resolution, while the x- and y-axis scans were implemented using an acousto-optic deflector and galvanomirror, respectively. An objective lens with a piezo-actuator was used to scan the z-axis. A spatial resolution of less than 138 nm was achieved, along with successful 3D surface reconstructions.

• Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation
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• 제36권5호
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• pp.309-314
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• 2006

The multicellular layers(MCL) of human cancer cells is a three dimensional(3D) in vitro model for human solid tumors which has been used primarily for the assessment of avascular penetration of anti-cancer drugs. For anti-cancer drugs with penetration problem, MCL represents a good experimental model that can provide clinically relevant data. Calcein-AM is a fluorescent dye that demonstrates the cellular vitality in a graded manner in cancer cell culture system. In the present study, we evaluated the use of calcein-AM for determination of anti-proliferative activity of anti-cancer agents in MCL model of DLD-1 human colorectal cancer cells. Optical sectioning of confocal imaging was compromised with photonic attenuation and penetration barrier in the deep layers of MCL. By contrast, fluorescent measurement on the cryo-sections provided a feasible alternative. Cold pre-incubation did not enhance the calcein-AM distribution to a significant degree in MCL of DLD-1 cells. However, the simultaneous determination of drug penetration and cellular vitality appeared to be possible in drug treated MCL. In conclusion, these data suggest that calcein-AM can be used for the simultaneous determination of drug-induced anti-proliferative effect and drug penetration in MCL model.

• 대한기계학회논문집A
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• 제31권4호
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• pp.506-516
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• 2007

In this paper, a study on low-velocity impact response of four different sandwich panels for the hybrid bodyshell and floor structure application of the Korean low floor bus vehicle was done. Square samples of 100mm sides were subjected low-velocity impact loading using an instrumented testing machine at six energy levels. Impact parameters like maximum force, time to maximum force, deflection at maximum force and absorbed energy were evaluated and compared for four different types of sandwich panels. The impact damage size and depth of the permanent indentation were measured by 3-Dimensional Scanner. Failure modes were studied by sectioning the specimens and observed under optical microscope. The impact test results show that sandwich panel with composite laminate facesheet could not observe damage mode of a permanent visible indentation after impact and has a good impact damage resistance in comparison with sandwich panel with metal aluminum facesheet.

• 대한화장품학회지
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• 제16권1호
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• pp.47-63
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• 1990

Image analyser was used to understand the condition of skin surface and to evaluate the efficacy of cosmetic treatment. It was unsatisfactory to analyse skin surface structure although several methods using image analyser had been presented. We developed the new system composed of image analyser and Tandem Scanning Reflected Light Microscope (TSRLM) having the remarkable optical sectioning property as image input device. By using this new system, we quantitatively measured the change of skin surface, the depth and width of furrow in micron unit, resulted by cosmetic treatments. And also three dimensional image of skin was reconstructed with serial sectioned images, which were captured through TSRLM, for better understanding of the effect of cosmetic treatment. It was found that skin relief was more easily understood and the change of skin surface caused by cosmetic treatment was more accurately measured by using this system. In addition, we was also aware of the possibility of in vivo direct measurement of skin furrow without replica. It was conceivable that our system could be applicable for study of cosmetic effects further.

• Restorative Dentistry and Endodontics
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• 제25권2호
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• pp.225-234
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• 2000

The purpose of this study was to investigate the distribution and fluorescene intensity of vasoactive intestinal polypeptide(VIP) immunoreactive cells in rat trigeminal ganglion after inferior alveolar nerve axotomy. The animals were divided into normal and two experimental groups. The experimental animals were sacrificed at 14th and 28th day after inferior alveolar nerve axotomy. The trigeminal ganglion was removed and immersed in the 4% paraformaldehyde-0.2% picric acid in 0.1M phosphate buffer. Serial frozon sections about $16{\mu}m$ in thickness were cut with a cryostat. The immunofluorescence staining was performed. The rabbit anti-VIP(1 : 8,000) was used as primary antibody and fluorescene isothiocynate(FITC)-conjugated anti-rabbit IgG(1 : 80) as secondary antibody. The slides were observed under confocal laser scanning microscope. Three-dimensional images were constructed from 9 serial images(each $1{\mu}m$ in thickness) made by automatic optical sectioning. Unprocessed optical sections were obtained and stored on a optical disk. Color picture were printed by a video copy processor. The results were as follows; 1. The appearance of VIP immunoreactive cells in the mandibular part of trigeminal ganglion was 8.79${\pm}$1.99% in normal group and 39.16${\pm}$5.62% in 14 days, 16.25${\pm}$2.39% in 28 days after inferior alveolar nerve axotomy groups. 2. The relative fluorescence intensity of VIP immunoreactive cell bodies in the mandibular part of trigeminal ganglion was 134.40${\pm}$10.39 in normal group and 192.88${\pm}$14.06 in 14 days, 143.10${\pm}$5.02 in 28 days after nerve axotomy groups. Therefore, the relative fluorescence intensity of 14 days after nerve axotomy group was 43.3% higher than intensity of normal group. 3. In optical single section analysis of VIP immunoreactive cell bodies, white cell bodies(moderate fluorescence intensity) were the most abundant in normal and 28 days after nerve axotomy groups. Whereas, in 14 days after nerve axotomy group, red cell bodies(high fluorescence intensity) were the most abundant. 4. In optical serial section analysis of VIP immunoreactive cell bodies, red cell bodies(high fluorescence intensity) were observed in a part of the 9 sections of normal and 24 days after nerve axotomy groups. Whereas, red cell bodies were observed in all of the 9 sections of 14 days after nerve axotomy group. 5. The results indicates that number and fluorescence intensity of VIP immunoreactive cells were increased in the mandibular part of trigeminal ganglion following inferior alveolar nerve axotomy.

• 대한기관식도과학회지
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• 제12권2호
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• pp.19-25
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• 2006

There have been numerous modalities to recover blink function of orbicularis oculi muscle in patients with facial paralysis. However, there is still no optimal method for reanimation of eyelid. In this study, we tried to recover blink function of paralyzed rabbit's eyelid with the ion polymer metal composite (IPMC) which is one of the electroactive polymers that is spotlighted as artificial muscle. We manufactured IPMC by plating the platinum over perfluorosulphonic acid polymer ($Nafion^{(R)}$). IPMC was coated by Norland optical adhesive for the purpose of insulation and keeping it from dry. IPMC modifications by roughening the surface of Nafion, repetitive plating (maximum 4 times) with platinum, and lengthening the width of IPMC were done. The facial paralysis was induced in the rabbit by sectioning of facial nerve at the main trunk. After minimum period of 4 weeks, IPMC was inserted in the paralyzed rabbit's eyelid. By modification, the force generated by IPMC was enhanced. Restoration of blink function in paralyzed rabbit was achieved on electrical stimulation of the IPMC by 5 voltage direct current. IPMC can be promising option for facial reanimation, but further studies are needed to enhance the efficiency of IPMC.

• 한국식품영양과학회지
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• 제46권9호
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• pp.1071-1080
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• 2017

본 연구에서는 공초점 주사현미경(CLSM)을 활용하여 장내 유익균과 국산 통곡물(whole grain) 소재들과의 부착을 통해 생육환경에 있어 도움이 될 수 있는 서식공간을 제공받는 것을 시각화하고, 소재들의 프리바이오틱스 효과를 in vitro 배양을 통해 확인하여 통곡물 소재들로 제조된 프리바이오틱스 팽화식품을 개발하는 것을 목표하였고, 그 결과 장 속에서 장내 유익균 균총을 향상시켜 인체의 건강증진에 유익한 팽화과자 제조에 필요한 기초 자료를 확보하였다. 선정곡물들의 일반성분 함량은 수분이 8.99~12.19%, 조회분 1.34~2.39%, 조단백질 7.34~15.38%, 조지방 1.84~8.12%로 함량이 분석되었고, 불용성 식이섬유 3.08~18.62%, 수용성 식이섬유 0.10~3.13%, 그리고 총 식이섬유 함량 5.26~21.36%로 확인되었다. 곡물분말의 프리바이오틱스 부착여부를 CLSM으로 관찰한 결과 곡물분말과 혼합된 Lactobacillus acidophilus는 곳곳에 산재되어 있었지만, 주변 유동액 층보다 상대적으로 곡물분말 주변에 부착되어 존재하였다. 선정곡물들의 장내 유익균의 증진에 활성 효과가 있음을 검증한 결과 L. acidophilus에서는 찰보리 추출물에서 가장 높은 흡광도 값을 보였다. Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. lactis에서는 귀리 추출물에서 가장 높은 효과를 보였다. Streptococcus salivarius subsp. thermophilus에서는 control보다 높은 수치를 보였지만, 두드러진 차이는 보이지 않았다. Bifidobacterium bifidum은 12시간 이후 흡광도 값은 일정하게 유지되었다. 곡물 소재 동결건조 추출물 간의 장내 유익균 활성 정도를 비교한 실험 결과 L. acidophilus에서는 찰보리와 율무에서 가장 높은 생육증진 효과를 보였고 현미를 제외한 다른 곡물 모두 유의한 증진 효과를 보였다. L. delbrueckii subsp. lactis에서는 율무에서 가장 높은 증진 효과를 보였고, S. salivarius subsp. thermophilus에서는 찰보리와 찰수수에서 가장 높은 증진 효과를 보였다. 그리고 B. bifidum에서는 찰보리와 찰기장에서 높은 증진 효과를 보였다. 팽화식품 제조 시 배합에 사용될 6종의 혼합곡물의 장내 유익균 활성 효과를 알아본 결과, 24시간 배양 시 L. acidophilus는 control에 비해 1.72배이상 상승하였고, L. delbrueckii subsp. lactis는 1.89배, S. salivarius subsp. thermophilus는 1.66배 이상, B. bifidum는 1.47배가량 상승한 것으로 분석되었다. 제조된 팽화과자의 색도 측정결과 L값은 치즈맛의 시즈닝 첨가군이 대조군보다 높게 나왔다. a값은 대조군이 적색에 가깝게, 시즈닝 첨가군은 녹색 쪽으로 나타났다. b값은 두 제품에서 크게 유의한 차이를 보이진 않았다. 팽화과자의 경도는 첨가군이 대조군보다 높았고, 바삭거림은 첨가군이 대조군보다 약한 것으로 확인되었다.