• The Plant Pathology Journal
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• 제39권5호
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• pp.466-485
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• 2023

Crop productivity can be obstructed by various biotic and abiotic stresses and thus these stresses are a threat to universal food security. The information on the use of viruses providing efficacy to plants facing growth challenges owing to stress is lacking. The role of induction of pathogen-related genes by microbes is also colossal in drought-endurance acquisition. Studies put forward the importance of viruses as sustainable means for defending plants against dual stress. A fundamental part of research focuses on a positive interplay between viruses and plants. Notably, the tomato yellow leaf curl virus (TYLCV) and tomato chlorosis virus (ToCV) possess the capacity to safeguard tomato host plants against severe drought conditions. This study aims to explore the combined effects of TYLCV, ToCV, and drought stress on two tomato cultivars, Money Maker (MK, UK) and Shalala (SH, Azerbaijan). The expression of pathogen-related four cellulose synthase gene families (CesA/Csl) which have been implicated in drought and virus resistance based on gene expression analysis, was assessed using the quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction method. The molecular tests revealed significant upregulation of Ces-A2, Csl-D3,2, and Csl-D3,1 genes in TYLCV and ToCV-infected tomato plants. CesA/Csl genes, responsible for biosynthesis within the MK and SH tomato cultivars, play a role in defending against TYLCV and ToCV. Additionally, physiological parameters such as "relative water content," "specific leaf weight," "leaf area," and "dry biomass" were measured in dual-stressed tomatoes. Using these features, it might be possible to cultivate TYLCV-resistant plants during seasons characterized by water scarcity.

• 지적과 국토정보
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• 제53권1호
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• pp.65-81
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• 2023

최근 급상승된 부동산 가격의 하락으로 무리하게 갭투자를 한 투기꾼들로 인한 부동산 전세 사기와 관련된 언론 보도가 급증하고 있다. 이로 인한 세입자의 피해 사례가 계속 증가함에 따라 정부는 세입자 보호와 전세사기 방지를 위한 대책을 수립하고 있다. 그동안 주택임대차보호법, 임차권등기명령 등 세입자 보호를 목적으로 하는 법령에 관한 연구는 활발히 진행되고 있으나, 공적 장부간 정보 불일치로 인한 사기가 급증하면서 공적 장부의 정보의 일관성에 관한 연구가 시급한 실정이다. 본 연구는 부동산과 연관성이 높은 건축물대장, 도로명주소대장의 건물정보를 매칭키를 활용한 매칭방법론에 대한 연구를 모색하고 다른 공적 장부와의 연계방안도 검토하고자 한다.

• 전기전자학회논문지
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• 제27권4호
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• pp.548-555
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• 2023

인터넷의 발전에 따라 개인정보를 활용한 온라인 상호작용이 활발해지며 개인정보를 보호하는 것이 중요해졌다. 허가되지 않은 접근으로부터 발생한 개인정보 침해는 개인에게 정신적, 재산적 피해를 불러올 수 있으며, 침해 피해자의 주변인을 대상으로 한 사회적 공격도 가능하다. 이러한 공격으로부터 개인정보를 보호하기 위해 블록체인을 활용한 보안 기법이 활발히 연구되고 있다. 본 논문에서는 블록체인을 인터넷으로 제공하는 BaaS(Blockchain as a Service) 환경에서 개인정보 보호를 위해 미들웨어와 IAM(Identity and Access Management) 서비스를 활용한 시스템을 제안했다. 미들웨어는 IAM 역할 및 정책이 적용된 서버에서 운영되며 사용자를 인증하고, 접근 권한을 파악하여 정상 사용자인 경우에만 클라우드에 존재하는 블록체인 데이터에 접근할 수 있도록 접근 제어를 수행한다. 또한, 제안한 개인정보 보호 기법이 시스템에 주는 영향을 파악하기 위해 세 가지 시나리오를 가정하여 소요 시간과 사용자 수별 응답 시간을 측정하고, 제안 기법과 블록체인을 활용한 개인정보 보호 관련 연구를 아이디어, 블록체인 유형, 인증, 기밀성 등과 같은 보안 특성 기준으로 비교한다.

• Proceedings of the National Institute of Ecology of the Republic of Korea
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• 제4권4호
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• pp.146-153
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• 2023

This study aimed to conduct a comprehensive survey of social wasp diversity and its impacts on remote Ulleungdo Island, South Korea. A total of 12 wasp traps were placed across the island, and specimens were collected monthly from May to October. Additional collection was conducted by thoroughly inspecting the areas surrounding the traps. The traps yielded a total of 5,068 individuals, representing two genera and two species. A total of 3,961 Vespa simillima simillima Smith individuals (78.2%) were collected, and 1,107 individuals (21.8%) were identified as Vespula flaviceps flaviceps Smith. Additionally, five individuals of Polistes snelleni de Saussure were collected through sweeping, bringing the total to 5,132 individuals of three genera and three species. It is worth noting that our findings indicate potential misidentifications in the species list of Vespidae found in the literature. Emergency services call centers reported the removal of 60 social wasp nests on Ulleungdo Island between 2018 and 2022, with the highest number of reports occurring from July to September, accounting for 87% of all cases. Dodong-ri and Jeodong-ri, with the highest populations, reported the most incidents, although fortunately, there have been no recent injuries. Past incidents involving the destruction of dried squid products by Vespula species have resulted in significant economic losses, underscoring the need for preventative measures. Furthermore, ongoing surveillance of hornet invasions is essential to safeguard the Jangwon bees being reared on Ulleungdo Island.

• 한국식품위생안전성학회지
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• 제38권5호
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• pp.279-286
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• 2023

Rapid and accurate detection of pathogenic bacteria is crucial for various applications, including public health and food safety. However, existing bacteria detection techniques have several drawbacks as they are inconvenient and require time-consuming procedures and complex machinery. Recently, the precision and versatility of CRISPR/Cas system has been leveraged to design biosensors that offer a more efficient and accurate approach to bacterial detection compared to the existing techniques. Significant research has been focused on developing biosensors based on the CRISPR/Cas system which has shown promise in efficiently detecting pathogenic bacteria or virus. In this review, we present a biosensor based on the CRISPR/Cas system that has been specifically developed to overcome these limitations and detect different pathogenic bacteria effectively including Vibrio parahaemolyticus, Salmonella, E. coli O157:H7, and Listeria monocytogenes. This biosensor takes advantage of the CRISPR/Cas system's precision and versatility for more efficiently accurately detecting bacteria compared to the previous techniques. The biosensor has potential to enhance public health and ensure food safety as the biosensor's design can revolutionize method of detecting pathogenic bacteria. It provides a rapid and reliable method for identifying harmful bacteria and it can aid in early intervention and preventive measures, mitigating the risk of bacterial outbreaks and their associated consequences. Further research and development in this area will lead to development of even more advanced biosensors capable of detecting an even broader range of bacterial pathogens, thereby significantly benefiting various industries and helping in safeguard human health

• 한국산업정보학회논문지
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• 제29권2호
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• pp.1-14
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• 2024

본 연구는 다문화가족의 건강욕구 및 관련 정책들을 파악하고, ICT를 활용한 건강정보의 접근성을 개선할 수 있는 방안을 모색하는 것을 목적으로 하였다. 본 연구에서 사용된 방법은 질적 연구로서, 선행문헌 검토를 통해 다문화가족의 건강실태를 1차적으로 분석한 후, 다문화가족을 대상으로 심층인터뷰를 진행하였다. 본 연구결과, 그간 다문화가족의 건강정책은 타 부문에 비해 정책우선순위가 밀려 있고, 다문화가족의 건강정보 접근성 향상을 위한 ICT 활용 논의가 미미한 것으로 분석되었다. 다문화가족을 심층인터뷰한 결과, "한국사회 진입초기 경험", "의료기관 이용시 높은 언어장벽", "다양한 이유로 인한 미충족의료 경험", "보건의료 관련 서비스 욕구가 높은 영역" 등의 4개 주제가 도출되었다. 다문화가족의 건강권 보장 및 건강정보 접근성을 향상하기 위해서 의료기관의 언어적 지원체계 강화, 정부의 다문화가족을 위한 정책적 노력, 수요자 중심의 쌍방향 ICT 플랫폼 설계 등을 제언하였다.

• Asian Journal for Public Opinion Research
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• 제12권1호
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• pp.53-74
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• 2024

The proliferation of health misinformation gained momentum amidst the outbreak of the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). People stuck in their homes, without work pressure, regardless of health concerns towards personal, family, or peer groups, consistently demanded information. People became engaged with misinformation while attempting to find health information content. This study used the content analysis method and analyzed 1,154 misinformation stories from four prominent signatories of the International Fact-Checking Network during the pandemic. The study finds the five main categories of misinformation related to the COVID-19 pandemic. These are 1) the severity of the virus, 2) cure, prevention, and treatment, 3) myths and rumors about vaccines, 4) health authorities' guidelines, and 5) personal and social impacts. Various sub-categories supported the content characteristics of these categories. The study also analyzed the emotional valence of health misinformation. It was found that misinformation containing negative sentiments got higher engagement during the pandemic. Positive and neutral sentiment misinformation has less reach. Surprise, fear, and anger/aggressive emotions highly affected people during the pandemic; in general, people and social media users warning people to safeguard themselves from COVID-19 and creating a confusing state were found as the primary motivation behind the propagation of misinformation. The present study offers valuable perspectives on the mechanisms underlying the spread of health-related misinformation amidst the COVID-19 outbreak. It highlights the significance of discerning the accuracy of information and the feelings it conveys in minimizing the adverse effects on the well-being of public health.

• 융합보안논문지
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• 제24권2호
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• pp.133-140
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• 2024

이용자가 직접 유전체 검사를 의뢰하는 DTC(Direct-to-Consumer) 유전자검사가 확산되고 있다. 수요 확대에 따라 인증제도를 통한 비 의료기관에 검사자격을 부여하고, 검사항목을 확대하였다. 그러나 제약이 적은 국외 사례와 달리 국내 제도에서는 여전히 질병 검사항목은 제외한다. 기존의 비식별 방식은 유전체 정보의 고유성과 가족 공유성에도 영향을 미쳐 충분한 활용 가능성을 보장하지 못한다. 따라서 본 연구는 서비스 활성화 및 검사 항목 확대를 위한 방안으로 분석과정에 완전동형암호를 적용하여 유전체 정보의 유용성을 보장하되, 유출 우려를 최소화한다. 또한 정보주체의 자기결정권 보장을 위해 Opt-out을 기반한 프라이버시 보존 모델을 제안한다. 이는 유전체 정보보호와 활용 가능성 유지를 목표로 하며, 이용자의 의사를 반영한 정보의 활용 가능성을 보장한다.

• 자원환경지질
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• 제57권3호
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• pp.293-303
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• 2024

River mining, the extraction of sand and gravel from riverbeds, is rising at an alarming rate to keep pace with the increasing demand for construction materials worldwide. The far-reaching deleterious effects of river mining include the lowering of water levels, the augmentation of turbidity, and the erosion of riverbanks, i.e., the disruption of water flow and alteration of river morphology. Aggregates demand, geolocation, and the economy of Bangladesh accelerated illegal extraction. However, limited research has been carried out in this region, despite the severe impact on aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. To address the corresponding consequences and direct the scope for further research, it is required to evaluate existing studies of other countries having similarities in river morphology, climate, economy, and other related parameters. In this respect, based on previous studies, the effects of sand extraction are particularly prominent in India, having 54 cross-boundary rivers with Bangladesh. The geological profile of numerous rivers in the past decades has been altered due to natural aggregate mining in the Indian subcontinent. Hence, this study focused on relevant research in this region. However, the existing research only focuses on the regional portion of the aforementioned international rivers, which lacks proper assessments of these rivers, taking into account especially the mining effects. Moreover, several global rivers that have similarities with Bangladeshi rivers, considering different parameters, are also included in this study. The findings of this article underline the pressing need for more efficacious measures to address the adverse effects of river mining and safeguard ecosystems and communities globally, especially in the Indian subcontinent, where the situation is particularly vulnerable. For this reason, targeting the aforementioned region, this review highlights the global evidence in assessing the future effects of river mining and the need for further research in this field.

• Proceedings of the National Institute of Ecology of the Republic of Korea
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• 제5권1호
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• pp.10-20
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• 2024

The study investigated species diversity, relative abundance, and decline of flying insects and plants within a fragmented forest in the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA), Ondo State, Nigeria. It is known that habitat fragmentation can reduce biodiversity. Thus, it is important to perform comprehensive assessments to understand implications of the habitat fragmentation for flora and fauna. Species richness and abundance of flying insects and plants across fragmented forest patches were quantified using field surveys and taxonomic identification. This study revealed shifts in species diversity, with fragmented areas exhibiting reduced biodiversity compared to contiguous forest ecosystems. Flying insects crucial for ecosystem functioning and pollination services demonstrated decreased species richness and relative abundance within fragmented habitats. This decline was attributed to habitat loss, altered microclimates, and limited movement pathways known to hinder insect dispersal. Similarly, plant species richness and abundance showed decline in fragmented forest due to disrupted mutualistic interactions with pollinators, altered nutrient cycling, and increased competition among plant species. This study underscores the importance of maintaining intact forest habitats to sustain healthy ecosystems and preserve biodiversity. Effective conservation strategies should focus on habitat connectivity, reforestation efforts, and protection of essential ecological corridors to mitigate effects of fragmentation. In conclusion, this investigation provides empirical evidence for effects of habitat fragmentation on flying insects and plants in a forest ecosystem in FUTA Akure, Nigeria. Findings emphasize an urgency of adopting conservation measures to safeguard these invaluable components of biodiversity and ecosystem stability in the face of ongoing habitat loss and fragmentation.