• Journal of Nutrition and Health
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• 제40권4호
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• pp.327-333
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• 2007

The present study was carried out to evaluate the physiological effects of mushroom supplementation on blood glucose levels, lipid profile, and antioxidant enzyme activities in subjects with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Subjects were randomized into either a control group or mushroom supplementation group. Mushroom supplementation was provided 3 times a day for 4 weeks. We found that total dietary fiber intake was about 2.5 times higher (30.3 g vs. 12.3 g) in subjects receiving mushroom supplementation than in the control group. Two groups maintained the same food intake and amount of activity, exercise during the supplementation. We observed no difference in age, height, weight, BMI (body mass index), blood pressure between the groups. Nutrient intake did not differ appreciably between the two groups, except for fiber intake, during the supplementation. Fasting blood glucose levels and 2-hour postprandial blood glucose levels were significantly lower in those ingesting mushroom than in controls. Furthermore, the concentrations of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol were decreased significantly in the mushroom supplementation group. Small changes were observed in the concentration of total cholesterol, triglyceride, high-density lipoprotein cholesterol of those supplemented with mushroom, but these changes were not statistically significant. Activities of superoxide dismutase and catalase with mushroom supplementation were higher than in controls, but and glutathione peroxidase activity was not affected. The levels of thiobarbituric acid reactive substance of mushroom group were lower than control group, but were not significant. We conclude that addition of mushroom influences glycemic control and may be effective in lowering blood lipids and improving antioxidant enzyme activities. Accordingly, such effects may reduce risk factors for cardiovascular disease in patients with type 2 diabetes. However, to confirm these effects and to make dietary recommendations for patients with type 2 diabetes, further studies are necessary.

• 한국약용작물학회지
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• 제24권1호
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• pp.1-6
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• 2016

Background : Irregular meals and insufficient exercise are major modern lifestyle-related risk factors for constipation. This study aimed to examine the effects of the aqueous extract of Dendrobium speciosum var. (DM) on the improvement of intestinal function and prevention of constipation in rats. Methods and Results : Constipation in rat was induced by loperamide (4 mg/kg) injection for 5 days and rats were randomly assigned to the following groups: normal control rats (NOR), constipated rats (LOP induced) and constipated rats supplemented with dulcolax-S (POS), DMSG, 100 mg/kg (DMSG-100), 300 mg/kg (DMSG-300) and 500 mg/kg (DMSG-500). The DMSG groups showed increments in the frequency and amount of stools compared to the LOP group. Loperamide treatment markedly reduced the water content of feces, whereas DMSG administration significantly increased fecal water contents. Moreover, DMSG improved intestinal transit speed in constipated-rats. Alcian blue staining revealed increased mucus production by crypt cells and mucus contents in feces and the mucosal surface. Conclusions : In summary, DM extraction significantly improves intestinal function in rats, which indicates the effectiveness of this extract in the prevention and treatment of constipation.

• 한국조경학회지
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• 제31권5호
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• pp.58-72
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• 2003

Rooftop greenery has been used as a way to solve urban environmental problems by creating green space in densely populated cities. This study was carried out to suggest more effective designs for roof-garden at hospitals through a post-occupancy evaluation. The roofgarden of Asan Medical Center was evaluated with regards to setting, proximate environmental context, users, and design activity by a multi-method including plan investigations, observations, in-depth interviews and questionnaires. The results are summarized as follows; the users' main activities included resting, walking, and talking. A number of users were observed at shaded spaces sitting on such things as benches, pergolas, and shelters. The satisfaction of the users showed high satisfaction level except in the amount of shade, facilities, and shelter. The variables affecting a overall satisfaction were ‘accessibility’, ‘safety’, ‘quality of surroundings’, and ‘suitability for speculation’. By comparing the design concept with using pattern, designer's intention was not reflected sufficiently in several aspects such as ‘event deck for therapy programs’, ‘grove and path’, and ‘low planters’. This study suggests some design implications; it is necessary to furnish shaded sitting places for passive behaviors and pathways for walking or a light exercise. A wind-break wall with glass windows could widen the users' views in a limited space. Natural shade like tree shade or pergola are more desirable than artificial shades. As for the vertical location of the roofgarden, the middle floor could be better than top area for accessibility. Characteristics of building and users should be considered in detail to provide distinct spaces. Proper technical standards for the greening of artificial ground should be established.

• 한국정보통신학회:학술대회논문집
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• 한국정보통신학회 2012년도 춘계학술대회
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• pp.198-201
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• 2012

연구는 근육의 기능을 조절하는 신경말단에 전기적인 자극을 가하여 신경의 반응 정도를 측정하는 플랫폼 구현에 관란 연구로써, 전기 자극에 대한 신경반응이 가해지는 전류량, 가해진느 전류지속시간, 전극위치에 따른 반응을 측정하였다. 신경자극의 전극 위치는 표면 말단에 운동신경이면 어느 신경이든지 가능하고, 신경자극 양식에는 단순연축자극(Single Twitch Stimulation), 사연속자극(Train-of-four, TOF), 두 집단 발사자극(Double Burst Stimulation, DBS)이 있다. 임베디드 시스템기반으로 가기위한 저전력 MCU를 선정하고, 기본적인 신경자극반응 측정 센서의 민감도를 알아보기 위해 센서 인터페이스를 구성하여 반응정도를 측정해야 한다. 그리고 측정된 Data의 정확도를 높이기 위해 고성능의 AD Convertor 선정하여 플랫폼을 구현하였다. 또한 본 논문의 플랫폼은 의료기기용으로 개발되었기 때문에 시스템 이용자의 안전을 고려하여 전원회로 구성 시 전원 Isolation를 고려하여 설계하였다.

• 한국정보통신학회:학술대회논문집
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• 한국해양정보통신학회 2011년도 추계학술대회
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• pp.331-334
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• 2011

본 연구는 근육의 기능을 조절하는 신경말단에 전기적인 자극을 가하여 신경의 반응 정도를 측정하는 플랫폼 구현에 관란 연구로써, 전기 자극에 대한 신경반응이 가해지는 전류량, 가해진느 전류지속시간, 전극위치에 따른 반응을 측정하였다. 신경자극의 전극 위치는 표면 말단에 운동신경이면 어느 신경이든지 가능하고, 신경자극 양식에는 단순연축자극, 사연속자극, 두 집단 발사자극이 있다. 임베디드 시스템기반으로 가기위한 저전력 MCU를 선정하고, 기본적인 신경자극반응 측정 센서의 민감도를 알아보기 위해 센서 인터페이스를 구성하여 반응정도를 측정해야 한다. 그리고 측정된 Data의 정확도를 높이기 위해 고성능의 AD Convertor 선정하여 플랫폼을 구현하였다. 또한 본 논문의 플랫폼은 의료기기용으로 개발되었기 때문에 시스템 이용자의 안전을 고려하여 전원회로 구성 시 전원 Isolation를 고려하여 설계하였다.

• 한국디지털건축인테리어학회논문집
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• 제11권4호
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• pp.5-11
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• 2011

The present study investigated the actual conditions of physical therapy rooms at long-term hospitals in Korea and conducted a comparative analysis to develop an efficient floor plan and facility improvement measures. 1. At hospitals surveyed, physical therapy services were used at a high frequency but they did not have enough space for rehab treatment and long paths of patient flow were found to make patient management inconvenient. Therefore, physical therapy units should be conveniently located both in terms of distance and direction so as to be accessible from patient rooms or wards. The space should be organized in a concentrated layout for efficiency of physical therapy, and floor planning for therapy units should ensure the best possible viewing angle to therapists. 2. With regard to the disease characteristics of patients, many physical therapy rooms were in difficult circumstances because of poor facilities, so they need to secure skilled personnel, supplement apparatuses and equipment and have rooms for functional recovery, hydrotherapy and operation treatment. In addition, each of the curtained or partitioned areas for treatment should be set up with consideration for the amount of space taken up by medical equipment. The area under each bed should be designed for patient convenience so that it can be used as storage space for patient's belongings and shoes. 3. Patients complained about the lack of physical therapy space, resting places or exercise areas and demanded the expansion of rehab programs and facilities. Physical therapy facilities need to be improved for patient privacy and effective natural ventilation. 4. At most of the long-term hospitals surveyed, physical therapy units were found to have small areas and treatment equipment and devices were insufficient compared to the number of patients. Therefore, it is required to secure more space (at least 138.24 sq. meters per 100 beds) and improve facilities for better physical therapy services.

• 한국방사선학회논문지
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• 제5권1호
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• pp.27-35
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• 2011

이중에너지 X-ray 골밀도 측정기를 이용하여 폐경 전 여성들을 대상으로 골밀도에 영향을 규명하기 위하여 폐경기 이후에 증가하는 골다공증의 예방에 기여하고자 수행하였다. 연구 대상자의 골감소증은 20.2%였으며, 골밀도 수치를 예측할 수 있는 가장 중요한 인자는 연령 이었다. 연령이 높을수록 유의하게 낮은 골밀도를 보였다. 운동에 있어서는 운동을 안하는 것보다 운동을 하는 것이 골밀도에 더 좋은 영향을 미치며, 적정한 운동을 하는 것이 골밀도에 좋은 영향을 미치는 것으로 나타났다. 식생활에 따른 골밀도는 채식 위주의 식사보다는 육식위주의 식사를 선호하는 경우 골밀도에 유의한 영향을 미치는 것으로 나타났고, 생리주기가 짧을수록 골밀도가 유의하게 높았다. 골밀도와 관련요인에 대한 다중회귀분석에서는 연령이 증가할 유의하게 골밀도가 낮게 나타나 연령이 골다공증의 위험요인으로 나타났다.

• 한국정보통신학회논문지
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• 제13권3호
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• pp.594-601
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• 2009

모의 사격 시스템은 군사 훈련에 드는 많은 비용과 시간을 줄일 수 있음은 물론이고 사고의 위험을 배제할 수 있다. 특히 레이저를 이용한 모의 사격 시스템은 실탄을 사용한 훈련과 거의 유사한 환경을 제공할 수 있다는 장점을 가지고 있다. 그러나 이러한 시스템을 구현하기 위해서는 레이저빔을 인식하기 위한 효과적인 영상처리기법의 개발이 필요하다. 본 연구에서 제안하는 방법은 인접한 두 영상에서 차 영상을 구하고 이 차 영상에서 빔을 배경과 구분하기 위해서 쓰레쉬홀딩 방법을 적용하였다. 이때 쓰레쉬홀드 값은 배경을 이루는 점들의 밝기 분포가 정규분포를 이룬다는 가정 하에 결정한다. 이 결과에 잡음제거와 영역분리 과정을 거쳐서 빔의 영역을 정한다. 이 영상처리 방법의 계산 복잡도는 영상의 크기와 잡음제거를 위해 사용한 마스크의 크기를 곱한 값에 비례한다. 실험에서 제안한 방법은 93.3%의 정확도를 보였다. 또한 부정확한 결과가 나오는 경우에도 항상 빔을 포함하여 영역을 잡는 것을 확인할 수 있었다.

• 한국컴퓨터정보학회논문지
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• 제26권11호
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• pp.51-57
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• 2021

본 논문에서는 립모션 디바이스를 이용하여 사용자의 손 움직임을 계산하고, 이로부터 저글링 동작뿐만 아니라 이것을 활용하여 팔 근육을 연습 및 분석할 수 있는 새로운 프레임워크를 제안한다. 제안하는 방법은 실시간으로 사용자의 손동작에 맞춰 가상환경에서 공의 움직임을 매핑 할 수 있고, 근육의 이완과 수축을 시각화하여 운동량을 분석할 수 있다. 제안하는 프레임워크는 크게 세 부분으로 구성된다 : 1) 립모션 디바이스를 이용하여 사용자의 손 위치를 추적한다. 2) 저글링을 하듯이, 사용자가 공을 던지는 행동 패턴을 이벤트로 정의한다. 3) 사용자의 손 위치를 기준으로 저글링 형태의 움직임을 공에 매핑하기 위한 포물선 기반 입자 기법을 제안한다. 결과적으로 본 논문의 프레임워크를 이용하면 실시간 저글링 게임을 할 수 있다.

• 대한간호학회지
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• 제29권3호
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• pp.530-540
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• 1999

The purpose of this study was to investigate the life style, self-efficacy, and Bone Marrow Density (BMD) in osteoporosis female patients. The subjects were recruited at the four Osteoporosis Clinics. A convenience sample of 190 women completed a survey instrument which included the Osteoporosis Self-Efficacy Questionnaire, Life Style Questionnaire and demographic items. BMD of L$_4$ was measured by Dual Photon Absor photiometry. The sample ranged in age from 40 to 82 years (Mean＝60.28). Eighty-one percent were married and 14.9% were widowed. Forty-four percent lived with their spouse and children. Excercise, diet, medication, alcohol consumption, and smoking were measured to investigate the life style. Fifty-seven percent of the subjects exercised regularly. Mountain climbing, brisk walking, and free gymnastics were frequently cited excercises by the subjects in this study. Sixty percent drank one cup of milk and 34.7% had 1.13 cups of coffee in a day. Thirty-nine percent used calcium supplements, 9.5% drank alcohol, and 3.2% smoked cigarettes. Economic status and education level were related to self-efficacy. Age, economic status, and education level were related to BMD. As a life style, exercise, diet(milk, ice cream, and coffee), and medication(calcium) were associated with self-efficacy. The subjects who exercised regularly and took calcium supplements for a longer time had a higher level of self-efficacy than those who did not. Smoking and alcohol consumption had no relationship with self-efficacy. Excercise, medication(calcium), and alcohol consumption were related to BMD. The subjects who took calcium supplements for a longer time had a higher level of BMD. Alcohol consumption was not related to self-efficacy but related to BMD. The subject who drank alcohol had a higher level of BMD than those who did not drink. The amount of alcohol consumption was positively related to BMD.