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Development of Evaluation Indices for Preservation Strategies for Agricultural Reservoir Watersheds (농업용 저수지 유역의 보전전략 수립을 위한 특성평가지표 개발)

  • Jang, Byoung-Kwan;Whang, Bo-Chul;Hwang, Kook-Woong
    • Journal of the Korean Institute of Landscape Architecture
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    • v.35 no.6
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    • pp.14-20
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    • 2008
  • The agricultural reservoir watershed plan suggests three specific indices or ways to measure the potential for maintaining reservoir quality in balance with existing or proposed uses: an index of the reservoir's vulnerability to accelerated eutrophication, an index of the degree of land use intensity in reservoir watersheds, and an index of present water quality. Three items that contribute to reservoir eutrophication are included in the vulnerability index: the ratio of reservoir volume to drainage-basin area, shoreline configuration, and mean depth. The watershed land-use intensity index is based on road proximity and upland watershed land-use intensity. Water quality can be given a COD level. All six indicators are considered separately and then rated as follow: low (1), medium (2), or high (3). Five out of 30survey sites were less than 8points, 17sites were less than 11points and 8sites were less than 14points. This study suggests that the sites in the first ranking were potential areas for preservation, sites in the second ranking were potential areas for environmental friendly planning and sites in the third ranking were potential areas for residential need oriented planning. The advantage of this study is the low cost of gathering data for the development of local policy for the planning, management and protection of reservoir basin.

Advances in Food Irradiation and It's Potential Roles in Korea (한국에 있어서 식품조사 기술의 진보와 식품산업에서의 역할)

  • 권중호
    • Proceedings of the Korean Society of Food Hygiene and Safety Conference
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    • 1994.03a
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    • pp.35-49
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    • 1994
  • Based on the safety of irradiated foods which was demonstrated from the toxicological, microbiological and nutritional points of view, irradiation has been identified as a viable technology for food preservation and processing, having a potential both of reducing storage losses by controlling spoilage organisms, sprouting and ripening, and of improving hygienic quality of raw and processed products. Research and development over decades in the field of food irradiation have led to the regulatory approval in 37 countries and of them 25 countries including Korea are commercially utilizing food irradiation process. Although progress towards acceptance of food irradiation by the industry is slow, actual market trials have shown that once consumers have understood this technology, they are willing to buy irradiated foods. Considering recent advances in food irradiation and restrictions in the use of chemical fumigants, it is expected that food irradiation is in the process of "taking off". This paper deals with up-to-date progress in food irradiation with particular reference to domestic activities in legislation, consumer perception, commercialization, and potential applications in the food industry.

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A review on Camellia oleifera Abel.: A valuable material in food and medicine

  • Huynh Nguyen Que Anh;Le Pham Tan Quoc;Truong Ngoc My;Luong Ngoc Quynh Chi;Pham Thi Phuong Khanh
    • Food Science and Preservation
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    • v.31 no.3
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    • pp.333-345
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    • 2024
  • This study aims to provide an overview of the research on the chemical composition, nutritional value, biological activities, and potential applications of Camellia oleifera seeds. Camellia oleifera Abel. (Theaceae) is a type of woody plant found in various regions, including China, Japan, India, and Southeast Asia. This plant is highly valued for its cooking oil, as the oil extracted from its seeds contains many unsaturated fatty acids (90%), mainly oleic acid (80%), and various biologically active compounds. Oil derived from C. oleifera seeds has been shown to possess numerous health benefits, such as reducing low-density lipoproteins cholesterol levels, preventing cardiovascular diseases and cancer, and regulating blood pressure. Apart from its oil, the seeds of C. oleifera also contain remarkable biological compounds that offer additional health advantages. Despite these promising attributes, C. oleifera has yet to be widely recognized as a potential source of raw materials for pharmaceutical purposes. This lack of popularity and awareness has hindered further exploration of its pharmaceutical benefits and other uses. Through this article, we hope everyone can better understand this plant and have more practical applications in the future.

Ovalbumin: A potential functional protein

  • Maggonage Hasini Udeshika Maggonage;Prabudhdha Manjula;Dong Uk Ahn;Edirisingha Dewage Nalaka Sandun Abeyrathne
    • Food Science and Preservation
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    • v.31 no.3
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    • pp.346-359
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    • 2024
  • Although ovalbumin makes up 54% of the total egg white proteins, individual protein usage is rare. The primary applications of ovalbumin in the food industry relate to other proteins, such as whole egg whites. Ovalbumin has remarkable functional properties, such as those of gelation, foaming, and emulsification, which are crucial in the processing of food, however, its application as a standalone functional protein is severely constrained due to separation issues. In recent years, new methodologies for the large-scale separation of ovalbumin have emerged. Meantime, ovalbumin was identified as a good source to produce bioactive peptides with a variety of functional properties, including antibacterial, antioxidant, and angiotensin-converting-enzyme inhibitory actions, according to research. Newly discovered bioactive peptides from ovalbumin can be used in the food sector in addition to their well-known functional properties to create health-promoting products. Benefits extend beyond the food business to numerous other sectors, such as the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. Consequently, a gap between the existing and prospective future uses is found. The main goals of this study were to determine some possible factors for the long-term neglect of the major protein and to determine the growing potential for applications of ovalbumin and peptides.

Comparison of the Effectiveness of University of Wisconsin and Histidine-Tryptophan Ketoglutarate Solution on Renal Cold Preservation in the Miniature Pig (미니돼지에서 University of Wisconsin 용액과 Histidine-Tryptophan Ketoglutarate 용액의 신장 저온보존효과 비교)

  • Nam, Hyun-Suk;Yoon, Byung-Il;Woo, Heung-Myong
    • Journal of Veterinary Clinics
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    • v.26 no.5
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    • pp.445-449
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    • 2009
  • For human organ transplantations, histidine-tryptophan-ketoglutarate solution (HTKS) and University of Wisconsin solution (UWS) have been shown to engender similar outcomes as gold standard cold preservation solutions ($4^{\circ}C$). To select the effective preservation solution for cold storage of kidney xenografts in miniature pig, which could be a potential source animal of bio-organs, this study compared early histopathological outcomes of cold preservation injury using HTKS and UWS. Twelve miniature pigs weighing 25.6 to 34.7 kg were divided into two groups (n = 6 per group), UWS group and HTKS group. The kidneys in each group were harvested, cold flushed, and preserved for 0, 24, 48, and 72 hrs at $4^{\circ}C$ with UWS or HTKS, respectively. Histolopathological examinations were assessed on kidney biopsy specimens, taken after each cold storage. The degree of renal injury was scored using 5 different criteria (pyknotic nuclei, disruption of cytoplasm, detachment of epithelium, loss of microvilli, tubular necrosis and loss of glomerular tufts) of the cellular components of the tissue. The degree of kidney damage was increased with prolonged cold ischemia time. UWS and HTKS have at least similar efficacy in kidney preservation within 24 hrs cold preservation time. However, in HTKS group cold-induced injury started to be observed more than in UWS group after 48 hrs of cold storage. In conclusion, UWS and HTKS were equally effective for cold preservation of miniature pig kidney in early preservation times; however, UWS may be more effective at longer preservation times as compared to HTKS.

Complete Genome Sequencing of Bacillus velezensis WRN014, and Comparison with Genome Sequences of other Bacillus velezensis Strains

  • Wang, Junru;Xing, Juyuan;Lu, Jiangkun;Sun, Yingjiao;Zhao, Juanjuan;Miao, Shaohua;Xiong, Qin;Zhang, Yonggang;Zhang, Guishan
    • Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology
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    • v.29 no.5
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    • pp.794-808
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    • 2019
  • Bacillus velezensis strain WRN014 was isolated from banana fields in Hainan, China. Bacillus velezensis is an important member of the plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) which can enhance plant growth and control soil-borne disease. The complete genome of Bacillus velezensis WRN014 was sequenced by combining Illumina Hiseq 2500 system and Pacific Biosciences SMRT high-throughput sequencing technologies. Then, the genome of Bacillus velezensis WRN014, together with 45 other completed genome sequences of the Bacillus velezensis strains, were comparatively studied. The genome of Bacillus velezensis WRN014 was 4,063,541bp in length and contained 4,062 coding sequences, 9 genomic islands and 13 gene clusters. The results of comparative genomic analysis provide evidence that (i) The 46 Bacillus velezensis strains formed 2 obviously closely related clades in phylogenetic trees. (ii) The pangenome in this study is open and is increasing with the addition of new sequenced genomes. (iii) Analysis of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) revealed local diversification of the 46 Bacillus velezensis genomes. Surprisingly, SNPs were not evenly distributed throughout the whole genome. (iv) Analysis of gene clusters revealed that rich gene clusters spread over Bacillus velezensis strains and some gene clusters are conserved in different strains. This study reveals that the strain WRN014 and other Bacillus velezensis strains have potential to be used as PGPR and biopesticide.

MONITORING THE EFFECT OF THE ULTRA-HIGH PRESSURE PRESERVATION TECHNOLOGY BY NEAR INFRARED REFLECTANCE SPECTROSCOPY

  • Kaffka, Karoly J.;Farkas, Jozsef;Seregely, Zsolt;Meszaros, Laszlo
    • Proceedings of the Korean Society of Near Infrared Spectroscopy Conference
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    • 2001.06a
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    • pp.2122-2122
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    • 2001
  • The ultra-high pressure technology fur the preservation of foods is under intense research to evaluate its potential as an alternative or complementary process to traditional methods of food preservation. Traditional processing methods usually need a large amount of energy, may cause unwanted reactions in the food, leading to cooked flavor and loss of vitamins, etc. The application of ultra-high hydrostatic pressure for food processing consists of subjecting the food to pressures in the range of 100-1000 ㎫. The ultra-high pressure inactivates the microorganisms and some enzymes, promotes the germination of spores and extends the shelf-life of the foods. This new technology follows the “minimal processing” concept minimizing the quality degradation, saving the vitamins, essential nutrients and flavors as well as utilizing less energy. We joined the research team at our University involved in the mentioned technology using an ultra-high pressure equipment, recording of the near infrared spectra and signal response of a chemosensor array (electronic nose) of their meat (beef and pork), vegetable and fruit samples exposed to different pressure. The results of our investigations achieved by evaluating the measured data using PCA and PQS methods will be presented.

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Some Suggestions to Reduce Environmental Hazards from Open Pit Mining and to Revise Related Regulations for Limestone Mines (석회석 자원의 노천채굴에 따른 환경 오염원의 저감 및 관련 제도의 개선방안)

  • 임한욱;백환조
    • Tunnel and Underground Space
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    • v.9 no.3
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    • pp.230-237
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    • 1999
  • Production of limestone for cement in Kangwon and Chungbuk areas reaches over 80 million tonnes per year. However, many regulatory activities for preservation of the environment against potential hazardous impacts from the open pit mining make it difficult for the industry. With recent improvement of the mining methods and working conditions, the regulations related to the quarrying of limestone may need to be revised. Methods for reducing environmental hazards are proposed in this paper, with some suggestions concerning the revision of related regulations. This study is expected to serve as a practical solution for the cement industry in balance of preservation and development.

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Interference effect by underground utilities at electric resistivity Survey (전기비저항 탐사시 지하매설물에 의한 간섭효과 연구)

  • Kim, Jae-Hong;Oh, Byung-Hyun;Im, En-Sang;Lee, Jong-Wook
    • Proceedings of the Korean Geotechical Society Conference
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    • 2009.03a
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    • pp.961-965
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    • 2009
  • Using much electric resistivity survey to design or preservation administration of facilities. However, By survey method that electric resistivity survey grasps special quality in base by potential difference creating artificial current in underground, Is influenced in electric resistance propensitys of various underground utilities in base. This Study selects dam 1 place that could grasp well underground situation and studied electricity interference effect by effect of underground utilities. Grasp underground utilities of dam interior, and control and observed accuracy with survey wave because various pole space. Through this Study, wish to present survey method of electric resistivity survey at design or survey of preservation administration dimension after with drawn result.

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