• Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry
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• 제68권
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• pp.229-237
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• 2018

Medical silicone tubes are generally used as implants for the treatment of nasolacrimal duct stenosis. However, side effects such as allergic reactions and bacterial infections have been reported following the silicone tube insertion, which cause surgical failure. These drawbacks can be overcome by modifying the silicone tube surface using a functional coating. Here, we report a biocompatible and superhydrophilic surface coating based on a polysaccharide multilayer nanofilm, which can load and release antibacterial and anti-inflammatory agents. The nanofilm is composed of carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) and chitosan (CHI), and fabricated by layer-by-layer (LbL) assembly. The LbL-assembled CMC/CHI multilayer films exhibited superhydrophilic properties, owing to the rough and porous structure obtained by a crosslinking process. The surface coated with the superhydrophilic CMC/CHI multilayer film initially exhibited antibacterial activity by preventing the adhesion of bacteria, followed by further enhanced antibacterial effects upon releasing the loaded antibacterial agent. In addition, inflammatory cytokine assays demonstrated the ability of the coating to deliver anti-inflammatory agents. The versatile nanocoating endows the surface with anti-adhesion and drug-delivery capabilities, with potential applications in the biomedical field. Therefore, we attempted to coat the nanofilm on the surface of an ophthalmic silicone tube to produce a multifunctional tube suitable for patient-specific treatment.

• 한국미생물·생명공학회지
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• 제25권1호
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• pp.30-36
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• 1997

To genetically breed powerful multifunctional antagonistic bacteria, the urease gene of alkalophilic Bacillus pasteurii was transferred into Bacillus subtilis YB-70 which had been selected as a powerful biocontrol agent against root-rotting fungus Fusarium solani. Urease gene was inserted into the HindIII site of pGB215-110 and designated pGU266. The plasmid pGU266 containing urease gene was introduced into the B. subtilis YB-70 by alkali cation transformation system and the urease gene was very stably expressed in the transformant of B. subtilis YB-70(pGU266). The optimal conditions for the transfomation were also evaluated. From the in vitro antibiosis tests against F. solani, the antifungal activity of B. subtilis YB-70 containing urease gene was much efficient than that of the non-transformed strain. Genetic improvement of B. subtilis YB-70 by transfer of urease gene for the efficient control seemed to be responsible for enhanced plant growth and biocontrol efficacy by combining its astibiotic action and ammonia producing ability.

• Journal of Microbiology
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• 제43권1호
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• pp.11-16
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• 2005

Matrix metalloproteinase (MMP)-9 plays an important role in the pathogenesis of bronchial asthma. Neovastat, having significant antitumor and antimetastatic properties, is classified as a naturally occurring multifunctional antiangiogenic agent. We evaluated the therapeutic effect of Neovastat on airway inflammation in a mouse model of asthma. BALB/c mice were immunized subcutaneously with ovalbumin (OVA) on days 0, 7, 14, and 21 and challenged with inhaled OVA on days 26, 29, and 31. Neovastat was administrated by gavage (5 mg/kg body weight) three times with 12 h intervals, beginning 30 min before OVA inhalation. On day 32, mice were challenged with inhaled methacholine, and enhanced pause (Penh) was measured as an index of airway hyperresponsiveness. The severity of airway inflammation was determined by differential cell count of bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) fluid. The MMP-9 concentration in BAL fluid samples was measured by ELISA, and MMP-9 activity was measured by zymography. The untreated asthma group showed an increased inflammatory cell count in BAL fluid and Penh value compared with the normal control group. Mice treated with Neovastat had significantly reduced Penh values and inflammatory cell counts in BAL fluid compared with untreated asthmatic mice. Furthermore, mice treated with Neovastat showed significantly reduced MMP-9 concentrations and activity in BAL fluid. These results demonstrate that Neovastat might have new therapeutic potential for airway asthmatic inflammation.

• 한국미생물·생명공학회지
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• 제29권3호
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• pp.142-148
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• 2001

경주 인근 지역의 토양으로부터 식물병원성 진균 Fusarium oxysprum과 phytophthora capsici를 동시에 길항할수있는 항진균성 항생물질 생산성 생물방제균을 분리하고, 성분을 함유한 병원진균의 세포벽을 분해하는 chitinase 생산성이 우수한 균주를 분리하고자 하였다. 분리된 생물방제균의 형태학적, 생화학적 및 배양학적으로 동정하여 잠정적으로 Bacillus amyloliquefaciens 7079로 동정하였다. 이 생물방제균이 생산하는 chitinase 생산의 최적 조건을 검토하여 본 결과 Chitin-yeast extract 배지(0.7% $K_2$$HPO_4$ 0.2% $KH_2$$PO_4$ 0.1%($NH_4$)$_2$$SO_4$ 0.05% sodium citrate 0.01% MgSO$_4$$7H_2$O 0.1% yeast extract, 0.1% coloida chitin)에서 pH는 7.0 배양온도는 3$0^{\circ}C$였고 배양한 후 3일 이 되었을 때 가장 많은 chitinase를 생산하였다. 또한 0.1% colloida chitin을 탄소원으로 하여 배양하였을 때 chitinase 생산성이 가장 좋았으며 0.15% proteose peptone NO .3 또는 0.1% tryptone 을 질소원으로 하여 배양하였을 때 효소 생산이 높게 나타났다. 선발된 생물방제균의 고추를 기주식물로한 in vivo pot 시험 결과 고추역병균 Phytophthora capsici에 좋은 길항력을 확인할 수 있었다.

• Carbon letters
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• 제24권
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• pp.90-96
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• 2017

We demonstrated the sensitivity of optically active single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) with a diameter below 1 nm that were homogeneously dispersed in cement composites under a mechanical load. Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) was selected as the dispersing agent to achieve a homogeneous dispersion of SWCNTs in an aqueous solution, and the dispersion state of the SWCNTs were characterized using various optical tools. It was found that the addition of a large amount of DNA prohibited the structural evolution of calcium hydroxide and calcium silicate hydrate. Based on the in-situ Raman and X-ray diffraction studies, it was evident that hydrophilic functional groups within the DNA strongly retarded the hydration reaction. The optimum amount of DNA with respect to the cement was found to be 0.05 wt%. The strong Raman signals coming from the SWCNTs entrapped in the cement composites enabled us to understand their dispersion state within the cement as well as their interfacial interaction. The G and G' bands of the SWCNTs sensitively varied under mechanical compression. Our results indicate that an extremely small amount of SWCNTs can be used as an optical strain sensor if they are homogeneously dispersed within cement composites.

• 한국산학기술학회논문지
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• 제12권3호
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• pp.1479-1487
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• 2011

모바일 IT기기 등의 전자부품 분야에서 다기능, 고용량 메모리를 가능하게 하는 패키지의 중요성이 점차 증대되고 있다. 이러한 목적으로 여러개의 칩을 하나의 패키지에 실장하여 다기능, 고용량을 구현하는 Multi Chip Package(MCP)가 활용되고 있다. 이러한 MCP에서 칩과 칩간 접합 혹은 칩과 지지부재(substrate)간 접합을 구현하기위해 에폭시계 필름형 접착제가 사용되고 있다. 에폭시, 아민, 머캡탄, 아이소시아네이트 등의 유기 반응기를 가진 실란커플링제를 적용하여 에폭시계 필름형 접착제에 대한 점착성과 신뢰성을 확인하였다. 결과로부터 에폭시계 반응기를 가진 실란커플링제를 적용한 시료의 점착성과 필특성이 가장 뛰어났으며, 내습 테스트에서 계면파괴가 억제되어 가장 좋은 신뢰성을 나타내었다.

• Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology
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• 제23권2호
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• pp.161-166
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• 2013

At present, acetylcholinesterase (AChE) inhibitors are the first group of drugs to treat mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease (AD). Although beneficial in improving cognitive and behavioral symptoms, the effectiveness of AChE inhibitors has been questioned since they do not delay or prevent neurodegeneration in AD patients. Therefore, in the present study, in order to develop new and effective anti-AD agents from lichen products, both the AChE inhibitory and the neuroprotective effects were evaluated. The AChE inhibitory assay was performed based on Ellman's reaction, and the neuroprotective effect was evaluated by using the MTT method on injured PC12 cells. One AChE inhibitor ($IC_{50}$ = 27.1 ${\mu}g/ml$) was isolated by means of bioactivity-guided isolation from the extract of lichen-forming fungus Cladonia macilenta, which showed the most potent AChE inhibitory activity in previous screening experiment. It was then identified as biruloquinone by MS, and $^1H$- and $^{13}C$-NMR analyses. The inhibitory kinetic assay suggested that biruloquinone is a mixed-II inhibitor on AChE. Meanwhile, biruloquinone improved the viability of the $H_2O_2$- and ${\beta}$-amyloid-injured PC12 cells at 1 to 25 ${\mu}g/ml$. The protective effects are proposed to be related to the potent antioxidant activities of biruloquinone. These results imply that biruloquinone has the potential to be developed as a multifunctional anti- AD agent.

• 한국포장학회지
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• 제27권1호
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• pp.41-48
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• 2021

본 연구에서는 EVA/LDPE 복합소재에 OSP의 함량비를 달리한 EVA/LDPE-OSP 복합 필름을 이축압출기로 제조하였다. 제조한 복합 필름의 액티브 포장 소재로의 적용가능성을 평가하기 위해 FT-IR, DSC, TGA, OTR, WVTR, SEM, UTM 및 항균성을 분석한 결과 다음과 같은 결론을 도출하였다. EVA/LDPE-OSP 복합 필름 내 OSP 첨가는 열 안전성을 개선할 수 있었으며, OSP 함량이 높아질수록 항균성은 증가하였다. 그러나, OSP의 응집, EVA/LDPE 폴리머와 OSP 사이의 낮은 상호작용 등의 이유로 OSP의 첨가는 상대적으로 낮은 항균성과 기계적 물성, 차단특성의 저하를 확인할 수 있었다. 결론적으로 EVA/LDPE-OSP 복합 필름은 미생물에 의해 발생할 수 있는 식품의 부패를 방지하는 측면에서 긍정적인 효과를 가져올 수 있지만, 포장재로써 적용을 위해 무기입자인 OSP의 입자크기 조절, 표면처리, 상용화제 도입 등을 통한 분산성을 향상시키는 것이 필요하며 이를 통한 항균성 증진 및 필름의 물성 개선에 관한 추가 연구가 필요할 것으로 판단된다.

• BMB Reports
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• 제56권6호
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• pp.347-352
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• 2023

The protein family of poly (ADP-ribose) polymerases (PARPs) is comprised of multifunctional nuclear enzymes. Several PARP inhibitors have been developed as new anticancer drugs to combat resistance to chemotherapy. Herein, we characterized PARP4 mRNA expression profiles in cisplatin-sensitive and cisplatin-resistant ovarian cancer cell lines. PARP4 mRNA expression was significantly upregulated in cisplatin-resistant ovarian cancer cell lines, and this upregulation was associated with the hypomethylation of specific cytosine-phosphate-guanine (CpG) sites (cg18582260 and cg17117459) on its promoter. Reduced PARP4 expression was restored by treating cisplatin-sensitive cell lines with a demethylation agent, implicating the epigenetic regulation of PARP4 expression by promoter methylation. Depletion of PARP4 expression in cisplatin-resistant cell lines reduced cisplatin chemoresistance and promoted cisplatin-induced DNA fragmentation. The differential mRNA expression and DNA methylation status at specific PARP4 promoter CpG sites (cg18582260 and cg17117459) according to cisplatin responses, was further validated in primary ovarian tumor tissues. The results showed significantly increased PARP4 mRNA expressions and decreased DNA methylation levels at specific PARP4 promoter CpG sites (cg18582260 and cg17117459) in cisplatin-resistant patients. Additionally, the DNA methylation status at cg18582260 CpG sites in ovarian tumor tissues showed fairly clear discrimination between cisplatin-resistant patients and cisplatin-sensitive patients, with high accuracy (area under the curve = 0.86, P = 0.003845). Our findings suggest that the DNA methylation status of PARP4 at the specific promoter site (cg18582260) may be a useful diagnostic biomarker for predicting the response to cisplatin in ovarian cancer patients.

• 한국미생물·생명공학회지
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• 제20권4호
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• pp.384-389
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• 1992

식물근부균 Fusarium solani의 생육을 강력히 길항하는 Bacillus sp. YBL-7을 토양으로부터 분리하였으며 그 길항기작이 항생물질임을 이미 보고하였다. 분리된 생물방제균 Bacillus sp. YBL-7 균주들 siderophore, 가수분해능 등의 타 방제기능을 도입할 수 있는 다기능적인 방제균으로 육종하기 위해 plasmid vector pE194를 이용하여 효율적인 형질전환 system을 확립하고자 하였으며, 이때 필요한 여러가지 조건을 조사하였다. 생물방제균 Bacillus sp. YBL-7 원형질체 형성의 최적조건은 5시간 배양된 균체를 사용함으로써, 최종농도가 200${\mu}g$/ml인 lysozyme을 $37^{\circ}C$에서 90분간 처리함으로써 원형질체 생성율이 가장 높았다. 삼투압안정 완충제인 SMM bufferso의 sucrose 농도는 0.5M에서 안정하였고, mannitol 재생 배지에서 원형질체를 재생시켰을 경우 첨가된 agar의 농도가 1.2%에서, mannitol은 0.7M의 농도에서 가장 재생율이 높았다. 형질전환율은 polyethylene glycol 농도가 40%(w/v)일 때 가장 높았으며, plasmid DNA와의 접촉시간과 발현배양시간은 각각 10분, 120분에서 가장 효과가 좋았다. 또한 plasmid DNA의 농도는 5$\mu$g/ml 첨가에서 가장 높았으며, 형질전환된 숙주균주 Bacillus sp. YBL-7내에서의 pE194는 매우 안정하게 유지되었으며, 외붕 전자가 도입된 전환체와 숙주균주가 동일한 억제력을 갖는 것으로 확인되었으며, agarose gel 상에서도 고유의 plasmid pE194의 band를 확인 할 수 있었다.