Publications by authors named "Z F Kim"

This study evaluated the effects of Parachlorella sp. KSN1 (PA) supplementation on the gut microbiota and intestinal immunity of broilers of different ages. A total of 180 Ross 308 broiler chicks were weighed and divided into early (1 to 10 days post hatch) and late (11 to 28 days post hatch) periods, with six replicates of 10 chicks per cage assigned to two dietary groups.

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  • Photodynamic therapy (PDT) with photodithazine and micro-LED was studied for its effectiveness in treating acne-induced inflammation in mice.
  • The research involved creating an acne inflammation model in mice, administering the photosensitizer, and measuring the treatment's impact on acne severity and inflammation biomarkers.
  • Results showed that PDT significantly reduced acne lesions and inflammation biomarkers compared to control groups, indicating its potential as an effective treatment for acne.
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  • The Korean Breast Cancer Society (KBCS) has been collecting breast cancer data since 1996 to analyze clinical characteristics, with a focus on statistics from 2021.
  • In 2021, 34,628 women were diagnosed, predominantly in the 40-49 age group, with the majority having hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative subtypes.
  • Despite a decline in breast cancer screenings during the COVID-19 pandemic, early-stage cases rose significantly, leading to improved overall survival rates thanks to better diagnoses and treatment advancements.
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The lifetime risk of breast and ovarian cancer increases substantially for individuals with mutations in . The evidence indicates that mutation carriers benefit from early cancer detection and prevention strategies. However, data on the patterns of risk-reducing interventions are lacking.

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Catalysis stands as an indispensable cornerstone of modern society, underpinning the production of over 80% of manufactured goods and driving over 90% of industrial chemical processes. As the demand for more efficient and sustainable processes grows, better catalysts are needed. Understanding the working principles of catalysts is key, and over the last 50 years, surface-enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS) has become essential.

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