Various road traffic signs are placed on the shoulder to inform drivers of the work situation ahead, speed limits, and lane changes in highway work zones. In this study, we analyze the effectiveness of a portable lane-change assistance system (PLCS) that can replace existing traffic signs from the perspectives of driver visibility and lane-change behavior. The existing highway work zone traffic management guidelines were regarded as a scenario without PLCS, and the case of replacing the existing traffic signs proposed by the manual with PLCS was set as a scenario with PLCS. For each analysis scenario, we analyzed the change in subjective awareness of traffic signs, perception accuracy of PLCS, advance lane-change rate, and lane-change location. The subjective perception analysis showed that the subjective perception change rate increased by 13.85% for two-lane highways and 5.29% for three-lane highways when PLCS was applied compared to that without PLCS. Regarding PLCS perception accuracy, all drivers correctly recognized the lane closure information for the two-lane case. Two PLCS are used in the three-lane case to provide lane-closure information. Regarding the first PLCS, all drivers correctly recognized lane closure information for the first lane sign, and 31 drivers correctly recognized lane closure information for the second and third lane signs. Regarding the second PLCS, all drivers correctly recognized lane closure information for the first and third lane signs, and 30 drivers correctly recognized lane closure information for the second lane sign in the second PLCS. Analysis of lane-change behavior showed that the proportion of advance lane changes increased by 31.25% in the two-lane case and 59.38% in the three-lane case with PLCS compared to that without PLCS. Additionally, lane-change locations where drivers performed lane changes from the starting point of the work zone area were analyzed. Drivers changed lanes at 653.68 m without PLCS and at 919.66 m with PLCS resulting in a 265.98 m increase in lane change location for the two-lane case. The drivers changed lanes twice in the three-lane scenario. Drivers changed lanes at 1014.41 m and 743.64 m without PLCS and at 1137.05 m and 868.24 m with PLCS, resulting in a 122.64 m and 124.60 m increase in the lane change location for the three-lane case. The proposed PLCS demonstrated a greater recognition capability than existing traffic signs and was effectively encouraged. This can be useful for replacing existing traffic signs in highway work zones.

Fishways, particularly installed at the estuary, have a purpose to encourage fluent migration for migratory fishes, as well as amphidromous and even freshwater species. Not choosing the laborious traditional method of using traps, we assessed the efficiency of the two fishways installed at the west and east barrage of the Nakdong River estuarine barrage respectively, by analyzing the videos recorded through automatic monitoring system. We randomly selected 30 videos monthly at each fishways and identified what kind of fishes were using the fishways and categorised their behaviour such as size, time and whether they passed the monitoring system or not. As a result, a total 8 families 14 species were recorded by monitoring system, with the most dominance of Erythroculter erythropterus (Relative Abundance: 59.5%), followed by Micropterus salmoides (R.A: 19.9%) and Mugil cephalus (R.A: 9.9%). The monitoring system can capture passing fishes during night but the number of appearances of fish species at each hour of a day indicated significant diurnal activities (p<0.05). When fishes pass the monitoring system, approximately 70% of them passed through the monitoring device, while 17% of them showed fallback movement. Our finding indicates that species-specific characteristics of each fish are well represented through video monitoring method. In order to maximise advantages of using video monitoring, it is necessary to consider the installation point properly so that the monitoring system does not interfere with the movement of fish. Also, the utilisation of AI technology in the future is also necessary.

Component-specific information is crucial for identifying sources of PM2.5 in indoor environments. However, profiles of PM2.5 at various locations, including subway tunnels are limited. This study aimed to evaluate the relationships between PM2.5 and its component across tunnels, platforms, and outdoor environments at underground subway stations in Incheon. The study was conducted at six underground subway stations in Incheon. PM2.5 concentrations were measured twice at each station, simultaneously covering the tunnel, platform, and outdoor areas. Carbon (two types), ion (eight types), and metal components (20 types) were analyzed using each analytical instruments. The mean PM2.5 concentration in the tunnel was 33.0±15.7 μg/ m3, significantly higher than the concentrations observed on the platform (12.9±4.6 μg/m3) and outdoors (13.1±7.6 μg/m3). The proportion of total metal concentrations in PM2.5 was highest in the tunnel (57.8%), followed by the platform (22.2%) and outdoor areas (11.3%). Significant correlations between the platform and tunnel were observed for organic carbon, SO4 2–, NO3 –, NH4 +, Ba, Mn, Fe, and Se. Significant correlations between the platform and outdoor were observed for SO4 2–, NO3 –, NH4 +, and Ti, while the tunnel and outdoor showed correlations for SO4 2– and NH4 +. PM2.5 concentrations and total metal concentrations were highest in the tunnel. While PM2.5 concentrations on the platform and outdoors were similar, total metal concentrations were higher on the platform than outdoors. From the platform’s perspective, the concentrations of Ba, Mn, Fe, and Se were only associated with the tunnel, while SO4 2–, NO3 –, and NH4 + had tendency of correlations between both the tunnel and outdoors. The findings suggest that for platform PM2.5 concentrations, Ba, Mn, Fe, and Se may serve as indicators of tunnel-originating PM2.5, while SO4 2–, NO3 –, and NH4 + may serve as indicators for outdoor sources.

To determine the differences in food quality between fish fed a low fish meal diet containing black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) instead of fish meal and those fed a general fish meal diet, we analyzed the approximate components, mineral content, amino acid composition, fatty acid composition, color, and texture of Flounder (Paralichthys olivaceus). The analysis of approximate components showed no difference between the two samples, except for moisture content. Mineral contents were measured in the order of K, P, Na, and Mg in both samples, with no difference except for phosphorus (P). A total of 16 amino acids were detected in both samples, with no significant differences in their composition. Additionally, 17 types of free amino acids were identified, with no significant differences between the two samples. The fatty acid composition consisted of 13 fatty acids, with palmitic acid, DHA, and oleic acid being the most prominent, although slight differences in content were observed. The color and texture also showed no differences between the two samples. Overall, there were no significant differences in chemical components or physical characteristics, so it was judged to be insignificant in terms of food science.

This study aimed to compare effects of cultivation areas (upland and reclaimed land) and harvest time on contents of bioactive components and antioxidant activities of wheat sprouts. Contents of Ca and K were higher in upland, while content of Mg was higher in reclaimed land. Mineral content decreased after winter, regardless of the harvest time. Total dietary fiber increased by 24.3% in reclaimed land and improved by 45.2% after winter, with Ariginheuk showing the highest fiber content (34.41 ± 0.53 g/100 g). Total polyphenols increased by 48.6% in reclaimed, but decreased by 26.7% after winter. Similarly, flavonoids increased by 87.8% in reclaimed land but declined after winter. Content of octacosanol, a key bioactive compound, was 33.2% higher (7.75 ± 0.09 mg/g) in Ariginheuk grown in reclaimed land and decreased after winter. Antioxidant activities measured by ABTS and DPPH assays increased by 51.4% and 82.4%, respectively, in reclaimed land, with pre-winter harvests showing higher scavenging abilities. Overall, reclaimed land generally showed higher contents of bioactive components, with contents of pre-winter harvests being more beneficial. These findings highlight significant differences in wheat sprouts' physiological activities based on cultivation area and harvest time, suggesting that reclaimed land and pre-winter harvesting might offer advantages.

대기 경계층은 특히 마찰로 인한 난류 운동 에너지 소산이 점성 하위층(VS)을 지배하는 표면 근처에서 대기의 자유 전단과 표면 마찰 사이의 복잡한 상호 작용에 의해 결정된다. 또한 로그 프로파일이 공존하며 마찰에 의해 난류가 재생되기도 한다. 현재 일 반적으로 공학적 목적으로 대기 경계층 내의 평균 풍속 프로파일은 표면 근처의 일정한 풍속을 가정하여 지수 법칙 또는 로그 법칙을 사용하여 모델링되는 경우가 많다. 그러나 증발, 복사 등의 열역학적 과정 외에 지표 부근 대기의 움직임에 의해 크게 영향을 받는 현 상을 분석하기 위해서는 지표 부근 풍속 프로파일에 대한 정의가 요구된다. 이에 본 연구에서는 난류 경계층에 대한 이전 연구의 이론 및 실험 결과를 활용하여 표면 거칠기를 고려한 VS 및 완충층 내의 풍속 프로파일을 제안하였다.

도모익산(domoic acid) 군 독소는 기억상실성 패류중독 (amnesic shellfish poison, ASP)을 유발하는 해양생물독소 이다. 도모익산은 주로 규조류 Pseudonitzchia sp. 에서 생 성되어 이매패류의 체내에 축적되어 독화된다. 우리나라 연안에서는 봄철과 가을철에 Pseudonitzchia sp.의 출현이 보고되고 있으며, 수산물 내 도모익산 군 독소의 함량 기 준을 설정하여 관리하고 있다. WHO와 EFSA에서는 선제 적 안전관리를 위하여 인체노출안전기준안을 제안하여 관 리하고 있다. 본 연구는 도모익산 군 독소의 이화학적 특 성, 분석법, 인체 노출 사례와 국내외 관리 현황 등의 자 료를 검토하여 도모익산 군 독소의 체계적인 모니터링과 안전관리의 기반을 마련하고자 수행되었다.

The present study was conducted to investigate effects of rabbit meat extract on energy metabolism and muscle differentiation in C2C12 myotubes. Water extract of rabbit meat (10, 50, 100, and 200 μg/ml) was used to treat differentiated C2C12 cells. Reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) and western blot analysis were used to determine mRNA or protein levels of energy metabolism-related genes. Total adenosine triphosphate (ATP) content was also measured. Treatment with rabbit meat extract significantly increased expression levels of muscle differentiation markers (myogenin and myosin heavy chain) and mitochondrial biogenesis regulators (PGC1α, NRF1, and TFAM) in C2C12 myotubes compared to non-treated control. Additionally, rabbit meat extract activated phosphorylation of AMPK and acetyl-coA carboxylase (ACC). Rabbit meat extract significantly increased ATP contents in myotubes. These results suggest that rabbit meat extract has the potential to improve energy metabolism in skeletal muscles.

PURPOSES : In this study, the importance of various goals, accomplishment, composition, and operation factors of autonomous driving living labs was identified, and implications for establishing strategies to expand the performance of autonomous driving living labs are presented based on their analyzed activation factors. METHODS : We set the factors for accomplishing autonomous living labs to promote technology development and commercialization, create an autonomous living ecosystem, secure the sustainability of living labs, resolve social issues related to urban transportation, and perform factor analyses. To identify the determining factors affecting performance, we performed a multiple regression analysis based on the scores of the composition and operation factors of autonomous living lab environments. RESULTS : Among the accomplishments of autonomous driving living labs, it was found that performance activation and physical environmental factors are important for the promotion of technology development and commercialization; performance activation and promotion and communication factors are important for sustainability related to ecosystem creation; and performance activation and physical environmental factors are important for sustainability related to operational experience acquisition. Additionally, operational factors related to the developer are important for the direct resolution of urban transportation problems, and promotion and communication and performance activation factors are important for the indirect resolution of urban transportation problems. CONCLUSIONS : The findings of this study clarify that activation factors differ depending on accomplishments or goals, providing basic data for establishing accomplishment-based strategies.

Recently, Korean government has incorporated the assessment and restoration of river continuity as a key component of its integrated water management policy. While, methodologies for evaluating discontinuities and degradation, as well as the procedures for assessment and restoration, have been developed and proposed, there is a need for further improvement. Therefore, further research is required to establish a conceptual framework for continuity specific to domestic river ecosystems and to formulate appropriate assessment methods and restoration strategies. In this study we conduct a comparative analysis of the concepts, restoration approaches, and comprehensive evaluation methods for river continuity as proposed by Japan, the United States, and the European Union (EU), all of which have long-standing frameworks for river continuity assessment and restoration projects. Each country demonstrates distinct objectives and guidelines: Japan emphasizes habitat continuity within the context of river and watershed continuity, the United States integrates continuity as a tool for watershed management, and the EU prioritizes biodiversity conservation by advocating for the removal of artificial barriers and promoting the restoration of free-flowing rivers (FFR). By investigating these international examples, this study provides insights that can guide the development of long-term strategies and evaluation criteria for securing aquatic ecosystem continuity in Korea.

본 연구는 헬스케어 식물 생산단지의 친환경 설계 및 운영을 위해 우선적으로 고려해야 할 주요영역과 세부요소를 도출하고자 하였다. 헬스케어 식물 생산단지는 환경 친화적 식물 생산시설과 이용자의 정 신 및 신체적 건강 도모 시설을 포함한 복합 엔터테인먼트형이자 지속 가능한 식물 상업시설로 정의된 다. 이를 위해 AHP기법을 활용하여 전문가들을 대상으로 다섯 가지 주요영역(토지, 물, 서식지, 탄소/에 너지/대기환경, 재료/폐기물)과 세부요소에 대한 중요도를 평가하였다. 또한 농장 운영자를 대상으로 친환경 시설의 중요성을 조사하여 시설형과 농장형 유형에 적합한 우선순위를 도출하였다. 연구결과 물 관리가 가장 중요한 요소로 평가되었으며, 토지 관리와 탄소/에너지/대기환경 관리도 높은 중요성을 보였다. 반면 서식지 관리와 재료/폐기물 관리는 상대적으로 낮은 평가를 받았다. 또한 시설형, 농장형, 혼합형으로 유형화된 식물 생산단지 유형별 분석에서는 중요도 평가결과가 다르게 나타났으며, 전문 가와 운영자 간의 평가 차이를 통해 이론과 실무자적 관점의 차이를 확인할 수 있었다. 이러한 연구결과는 헬스케어 식물 생산단지의 맞춤형 친환경 설계 전략수립에 기초자료로 활용될 수 있다.

본 연구는 중·고교 엘리트 역도 선수들을 대상으로 훈련에 의한 성장기 체력 및 운동기능 발달 수준을 평가하여 종합적인 이해를 토대로 경기력 향상을 위한 효과적인 훈련 및 관리방안을 제시하기 위해 수행되었다. 연구의 목적을 달성하기 위해 충청남도 소재의 중, 고등학교 소속 역도선수[중등부 남자(n=5), 중등부 여자(n=5), 고등부 남자(n=12), 고등부 여자(n=8)]들을 대상으로 약 10개월 간의 역도기반 훈련에 따른 신체조성, 기초체력(근력, 근지구력, 순발력, 유연성, 동적평형성, 협응성) 및 등속성 근 기능(하지 및 요부)의 변화를 추적 관찰하였다. 그 결과, 중·고교 역도선수들은 제지방량의 증가를 중심으로 신체발달이 이루어졌으며, 척추 안정화와 함께 상체와 하체 간의 빠르고 효율적인 힘 전달에 기여하는 배근력과 순발 력, 바벨을 안정된 그립으로 통제하기 위해 필요한 높은 악력은 역도 경기력의 중요한 체력요인으로서 고 등부 수준에서 진행되는 전문적인 훈련과 경기 경험을 통해 유의하게 향상되는 것을 확인하였다. 반면, 역 도종목의 경기력에 기여하는 주요 체력요인 이외의 변화는 제한적이었으며, 이는 구체적인 훈련 프로그램의 구성 혹은 선수들의 경력 및 숙련도에 따른 효율성의 차이에서 비롯된 것으로 추론된다. 종합해보면, 성 장기 역도선수들의 체력과 운동능력은 엘리트 운동선수의 발전가능성을 평가하는 중요한 요소로서 이 연 구를 통해 도출된 결과는 역도 선수들의 향상된 경기 성과를 이루는데 기여할 것으로 기대된다.