Hybrid High-Power AlGaN/CdZnO/GaN/AlGaN HEMT with High Breakdown Voltage.

This study investigates the effects of incorporating a CdZnO layer in place of the conventional InGaN layer in an AlGaN/InGaN/GaN/AlGaN/SiC high-electron mobility transistor (HEMT) structure. We examine the resulting characteristics and assess the potential of high-power HEMT applications, including high-power switching converters, through simulation analysis. Both structures demonstrate increased drain current and transconductance with increasing Al content in the barrier layer.

Optimization Conditions for High-Power AlGaN/InGaN/GaN/AlGaN High-Electron-Mobility Transistor Grown on SiC Substrate.

In this study, we aimed to propose an optimal structure for an AlGaN/InGaN/GaN/AlGaN/SiC HEMT by investigating how the breakdown voltage varies with the thickness and composition of the InGaN layer. The breakdown voltage was shown to be highly dependent on the In composition. Specifically, as the In composition increased, the breakdown voltage rapidly increased, but it exhibited saturation when the In composition exceeded 0.

Effect of oxyresveratrol under in vitro lipopolysaccharide-induced periodontitis environment.

Background: Oxyresveratrol is the main constituent of mulberries and has many bioactive properties beneficial to human health. The purpose of this study was to assess the anti-inflammatory effects of oxyresveratrol on in vitro periodontitis model.

Methods: Human periodontal ligament cells were treated with oxyresveratrol (0, 10, and 20 µg/mL) for 72 h.

AGMB00912 protects weaning mice from ETEC infection and enhances gut health.

Maintaining a healthy intestinal environment, optimal epithelial barrier integrity, and balanced gut microbiota composition are essential for the growth performance of weaning pigs. We identified AGMB00912 (LA) in healthy porcine feces as having antimicrobial activity against pathogens and enhanced short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) production. Herein, we assess the protective role of LA using a weaning mouse model with enterotoxigenic (ETEC) infection.

Lactiplantibacillus argentoratensis AGMB00912 alleviates salmonellosis and modulates gut microbiota in weaned piglets: a pilot study.

This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of Lactiplantibacillus argentoratensis AGMB00912 (LA) in reducing Salmonella Typhimurium infection in weaned piglets. The investigation focused on the influence of LA on the gut microbiota composition, growth performance, and Salmonella fecal shedding. The results indicated that LA supplementation significantly improved average daily gain and reduced the prevalence and severity of diarrhea.

Joint-Preserving Surgery for Hallux Valgus Deformity in Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Background: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disorder that frequently causes forefoot deformities. Arthrodesis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint is a common surgery for severe hallux valgus. However, joint-preserving surgery can maintain the mobility of the joint.

Veillonella faecalis sp. nov., a propionic acid-producing bacterium isolated from the faeces of an infant.

A strictly anaerobic, Gram-stain-negative, catalase-negative, cocci-shaped, and propionate-producing bacterial strain, named Ds1651 was isolated from the fecal sample collected from a South Korean infant. Through a comparison of 16S rRNA gene sequences, it was revealed that Ds1651 had the highest phylogenetic affinity with Veillonella nakazawae KCTC 25297 (99.86%), followed by Veillonella infantium KCTC 25370 (99.

Gordonibacter faecis sp. nov., producing urolithin C from ellagic acid, isolated from feces of healthy Korean subjects.

A Gram-stain-positive, anaerobic, motile, and short rod-shaped bacterium, designated KGMB12511, was isolated from the feces of healthy Koreansubjects. Phylogenetic analysis based on the 16S rRNA gene sequence showed that strain KGMB12511 was closely related to Gordonibacter pamelaeae 7-10-1-b (95.2%).

Broccoli Cultivated with Deep Sea Water Mineral Fertilizer Enhances Anti-Cancer and Anti-Inflammatory Effects of AOM/DSS-Induced Colorectal Cancer in C57BL/6N Mice.

This study aimed to determine the alleviating effect of broccoli grown with deep sea water mineral (DSWM) fertilizer extracted from deep sea water on the development of colorectal cancer in C57BL/6N mice treated with AOM/DSS. Naturaldream Fertilizer Broccoli (NFB) cultured with deep sea water minerals (DSWM) showed a higher antioxidant effect and mineral content. In addition, orally administered NFB, showed a level of recovery in the colon and spleen tissues of mice compared with those in normal mice through hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining.

Biocompatibility and Bioactivity of a Dual-Cured Resin-Based Calcium Silicate Cement: In Vitro and in vivo Evaluation.

Introduction: This study aimed to assess the biocompatibility and bioactivity of a dual-cured resin-based calcium silicate cement in vitro and in vivo.

Methods: For in vitro analyses, standardized samples were prepared using TheraCal LC, TheraCal PT, and ProRoot MTA. The amount of residual monomer released from TheraCal LC and TheraCal PT was assessed using liquid chromatography/mass spectrometry.

Transcriptome analysis of Haemaphysalis flava female using Illumina HiSeq 4000 sequencing: de novo assembly, functional annotation and discovery of SSR markers.

Background: Ticks are ectoparasites capable of directly damaging their hosts and transmitting vector-borne diseases. The ixodid tick Haemaphysalis flava has a broad distribution that extends from East to South Asia. This tick is a reservoir of severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome virus (SFTSV) that causes severe hemorrhagic disease, with cases reported from China, Japan and South Korea.

MRI evaluation of interconnections between flexor hallucis longus and flexor digitorum longus around the Master knot of Henry.

Objectives: To demonstrate the magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings of interconnections between flexor hallucis longus (FHL) and flexor digitorum longus (FDL) around the Master knot of Henry (MKH).

Methods: Fifty-two MRI scans of adult patients were retrospectively analyzed. The types and subtypes of interconnections between the FHL and FDL were evaluated using the classification suggested by Beger et al based on the direction and number of the tendon slips and contributions to the lesser toes.

Collinsella urealyticum sp. nov., a urease-positive bacterial strain isolated from swine faeces.

A novel actinobacterial strain, designated AGMB00827, was isolated from swine faeces. Strain AGMB00827 was obligately anaerobic, Gram-stain-positive, non-motile, non-spore-forming and rod-shaped bacterium. Comparative analyses based on the 16S rRNA gene and whole genome sequence revealed that strain AGMB00827 was affiliated to the genus Collinsella, and was most closely related to Collinsella vaginalis Marseille-P2666 (= KCTC 25056).

Recognition of IoT-based fire-detection system fire-signal patterns applying fuzzy logic.

In Korea, the use of fire-detection systems applying IoT technology to existing analog fire-alarm systems has increased owing to the communication technology convergence, the world's best Internet network, and the proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT). Its use can be expected to increase worldwide in the future. For IoT-based fire-detection systems to exhibit the requisite reliability (based on a low false-alarm rate), research related to the analysis of detection signals should be actively promoted and conducted.

ECM-targeting bacteria enhance chemotherapeutic drug efficacy by lowering IFP in tumor mouse models.

Bacterial cancer therapies aim to manipulate bacteria to effectively deploy therapeutic payloads to tumors. Attenuated bacteria alone often cannot eradicate solid tumors. Attenuated Salmonella can be engineered to deliver cytotoxic drugs to either trigger an immune response or increase antitumor efficacy when combined with chemotherapeutic drugs.

Parabacteroides faecalis sp. nov. Isolated from Swine Faeces.

A Gram-negative, obligate anaerobic, non-motile, non-spore-forming, rod-shaped bacterial strain designated AGMB00274 was isolated from swine faeces. An 16S rRNA gene analysis indicated that strain AGMB00274 belonged to the genus Parabacteroides, with the highest similarity to Parabacteroides johnsonii (P. johnsonii) DSM 18315 (sequence similarity of 94.

Effect of orodispersible hyaluronic acid film on palatal mucosa wound healing.

Objective: The objective of the study was to evaluate the healing effect of hyaluronic acid films on palatal wounds.

Materials And Methods: After making 5-mm diameter palatal wounds, 72 rats were randomly assigned to three groups: control, hyaluronic acid gel, and hyaluronic acid film. The animals were sacrificed at 3, 7, and 21 days after the experiment.

Caproiciproducens faecalis sp. nov., Isolated from Cow Faeces.

The bacterial strain AGMB10547 was isolated from cow faeces deposited by the National Institute of Animal Science in Cheonan, Republic of Korea. The strain AGMB10547 possessed the phenotypic, biochemical and chemotaxonomic characteristics of the bacteria of the family Oscillospiraceae. The isolate was obligately anaerobic, non-motile, Gram-positive and rod-shaped bacteria.

Exploring the Microbial Community and Functional Characteristics of the Livestock Feces Using the Whole Metagenome Shotgun Sequencing.

The foodborne illness is the important public health concerns, and the livestock feces are known to be one of the major reservoirs of foodborne pathogens. Also, it was reported that 45.5% of foodborne illness outbreaks have been associated with the animal products contaminated with the livestock feces.

Gut Microbiota Eubacterium callanderi Exerts Anti-Colorectal Cancer Activity.

The gut microbiota (GM) is associated with colorectal cancer (CRC) development. However, studies demonstrating the role of GM in CRC are limited to metagenomic analyses. These studies lack direct evidence proving that the candidate strains are involved in CRC, and isolated probiotics for bacteriotherapy.

sp. nov., isolated from L. 'Cheungsam'.

A Gram-negative, aerobic, rod-shaped bacterium, designated DM2-R-LB4 was isolated from L. 'Cheungsam' in Andong, Republic of Korea. The strain DM2-R-LB4 grew at temperatures of 15-45 °C (optimum, 30-37 °C), pH of 5.