Growth is a fundamental and vital characteristic of abalone, regulated by both cell number and size, and modulated by growth-related genes. The mollusk-like growth factor (MLGF) is a secreted protein that plays a key role in the growth and development of Pacific abalone. In this study, the growth-specific expression of Hdh-MLGF were analyzed under different conditions commonly encountered by Pacific abalone in aquaculture systems. The expression of Hdh-MLGF varied significantly with growth patterns, showed higher expression in rapid-growing individuals and lower expression in slow-growing abalone. Under starvation conditions, Hdh-MLGF expression was downregulated as the duration of starvation progressed. Under thermal stress, Hdh-MLGF expression increased during the first 12 hours at 25 °C stress. However, at 30 °C, the highest expression was recorded after 6 hours of thermal stress. These results provide valuable insights for future research on this growth factor in abalone and its aquaculture management.

자연환경은 인간의 삶과 밀접하게 연결되어 있으며, 다양한 형태로 혜택을 제공한다. 인간은 생태계로부터 직·간접적 인 혜택을 받는데, 이를 정량적으로 평가한 개념을 생태계서비스라고 한다. 본 연구는 산림유전자원보호구역, 습지보호 지역과 독특한 미기후현상으로 인해 북방계 및 고산식물이 잔존하여 보호 가치가 높은 풍혈지까지 3가지 유형을 대상으 로 생태계서비스를 평가하였다. 서식지질(Habitat Quality) 및 탄소저장량(Carbon)을 InVEST 모델을 활용하여 정량적 으로 분석하였으며, 연구 대상지는 산림유전자원보호구역(가지산, 불모산, 가덕도), 습지보호지역(사자평, 신불산, 화엄 늪), 풍혈지(밀양 얼음골, 의성 빙계계곡, 함화산) 총 9개 지역으로 선정하였다. 서식지질 분석 결과, 전체 평균은 0.83으로 나타났으며, 보호지역 내부의 서식지질이 외부보다 전반적으로 높았지만, 사자평 고산습지의 경우 억새군락지 로 인해 인공초지가 포함되어 내부가 서식지질이 더 낮게 나타났다. 또한, 서식지질이 높을수록 대상지 면적이 증가하 며, 위협 수준이 감소하는 경향이 나타났다. 이는 인위적 간섭과 개발이 위협요인과 직결되며, 서식지질 저하와 대상지 의 면적이 밀접한 연관이 있음을 확인하였다. 탄소저장량 분석에서는 김해 불모산이 가장 높은 값을 보였으며, 의성 빙계계곡이 가장 낮은 값을 기록하였다. 대상지 면적이 클수록 탄소저장량이 높은 경향을 보였으며, 탄소저장량 구성 비율에서는 지상부 바이오매스가 가장 큰 비중을 차지하였다. 탄소저장량 변화를 살펴보았을 때, 사자평 고산습지가 가장 크게 감소하였는데, 인간의 간섭과 개발이 토지유형 변화에 영향을 미친 것으로 판단된다. 본 연구는 산림생물다양 성 특정지역의 중요성을 정량적으로 평가함으로써 보호전략 수립에 필요한 과학적 근거를 제공하는 데 기여할 수 있다. 특히, 보호지역 후보지인 풍혈지에 대해 생태계서비스를 평가하여 향후 OECM 지정 가능성을 검토하는 기초 자료로 활용될 수 있으며, 보호지역의 다양성과 특수성을 고려한 맞춤형 보전 정책 수립에도 유용한 정보를 제공할 것으로 기대된다.

This study investigates contact-induced grammatical change with specific emphasis on the prefinal imperfectives –ang and -ag in Swahili. Strategies for marking tense and aspect in Swahili and Bantu languages have been analyzed in a number of books, book chapters and articles. Despite the incontrovertible upsurge in the use of prefinal imperfectives, particularly in communicative interactions amongst the youth in urban settings, investigations into this phenomenon are scarce. Based on naturally occurring data obtained in Nairobi, Kenya and observations and interpretations, this study attempts to analyze the morphosyntactic and semantic features of prefinal imperfectives –ang and -ag in Swahili. First, background information conducive to understanding this grammatical change is provided. This includes the standardization of Swahili and its impact on present-day Swahili, strategies to mark tense and aspect in Swahili and other Bantu languages, semantic features of imperfectivity in Swahili, the prominent roles of mimesis in acquiring a second language in contact situations, the S-curve of language change and its applicability, and the disadvantages of prescriptive grammar rules. All these key concepts and topics are interrelated, and less researched topics must be included to systemically and clearly explain language change. Accordingly, this study is designed to enhance our understanding regarding one of the aspects of grammatical change from both synchronic and diachronic perspectives.

본 논문은 다층거버넌스(MLG) 관점에서 지역특화형 비자 도입을 이민 정책의 사례로 분석한다. 특히 본고는 경상남도 사례를 고찰하였다. 한국 은 저출산, 고령화, 지방소멸이라는 심각한 인구 위기에 직면하여, 2023 년부터 지역특화형 비자 시범사업을 시행하여 인구감소와 지역경제 침체 문제를 해결하고자 하고 있다. 경상남도는 거창군, 고성군, 남해군, 밀양 시, 산청군, 의령군, 창녕군, 하동군, 함안군, 합천군 등 인구감소 지역에 서 동 제도를 운영하며 그 효과를 검증하고 있다. 지역특화형 비자 제도 는 중앙정부, 광역지자체, 기초지자체 간의 긴밀한 협력이 필수적인 다층 거버넌스의 대표 사례이다. 본 연구는 경상남도가 이 거버넌스 구조 속 에서 정책을 어떻게 운영하는지, 정책적 자율성과 행정적 역량에 어떤 한계가 있는지를 분석하였다. 또한, 외국인 인재 유치와 지역 발전을 위 한 경상남도의 역할을 평가하며, 정책 개선을 위한 방안을 제시한다. 이 를 위해 본 연구는 정책운영에 직접 관여한 행정 담당자에 대한 심층 인 터뷰를 통해 현장의 목소리를 수집하고, 정책 집행 과정에서의 주요 과 제와 성공 요인을 심층적으로 파악하였다. 본 논문은 지역특화형 비자 정책의 효과성을 높이고 지속 가능한 지역 발전을 이루기 위한 정책적 개선 방향과 MLG 체계에서의 협력 방안을 제안한다.

Background: When shorter muscles are restored to normal, non-specific low back pain, which is the mechanism that causes pain along with muscle relaxation, disappears. Among the stretching methods, self-stretching is a good exercise method not only for treatment but also for preventive purposes. Objectives: To find out what is the most effective method of self-stretching, which is often used in treatment and preventive arbitration, which can reduce muscle activity and increase spinal flexibility in patients with non-specific back pain. Design: Randomized controlled trials. Methods: Three self-stretching exercise methods for erector spinae are randomly assigned to 13 people each, and three self-stretching exercise methods are performed for each study subject. Surface electromyography using, was performed to measure the erector spinae muscle activity. flexibility was measured through Trunk flexion test in a standing position. Muscle activity and flexibility were measured before and after stretching. Results: The difference in muscle activity and flexibility in the three groups, including cat stretching, seated stretching, and Reclining stretching, all showed statistically significant differences. There was no statistically significant difference in comparison between the three groups of stretch muscle activity. However, a statistically significant difference was shown in the comparison of the variability between the three groups of flexibility. In a post-mortem analysis comparing the amount of change in flexibility, the flexibility of the seated stretching in the chair increased significantly compared to the cat stretching group. Conclusion: It can be confirmed that the stretching method of the erector spinae, cat stretching, seated stretching, and Reclining stretching, all have positive effects on muscle activity and flexibility.

Background: The increasing prevalence of smartphone use has been associated with musculoskeletal pain; however, the specific roles of demographic factors, smartphone usage time, posture, contents and state of addiction on pain in the upper-body regions remain unclear. Objects: This study investigated the influence of smartphone usage characteristics, including age, occupation, visual condition, duration, content, and posture, as well as smartphone addiction, on musculoskeletal pain in upper-body regions. This study aimed to comprehensively elucidate the factors contributing to the pain associated with smartphone use. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 316 participants aged 20–59 years. Data on personal characteristics, smartphone use patterns, state of addiction (measured using the Smartphone Addiction Scale-Short Version), and musculoskeletal discomfort (Cornell Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questionnaire and Cornell Hand Discomfort Questionnaire) were collected. Binary logistic regression analysis identified significant predictors of pain in different body regions. Results: Younger age (20–30 years), being housewives or students, and vision impairment (shortsightedness) significantly increased the likelihood of neck, shoulder, and hand pain. Prolonged smartphone use (7–10 hours daily) and gaming were strongly associated with elevated pain risk, whereas moderate usage (1–4 hours daily) may be protect against lumbar pain. Non-neutral postures, especially side lying, have emerged as critical risk factors, with left-side lying linked to hand pain and right-side lying linked to upper back pain. Smartphone addiction consistently predicted pain across all regions by amplifying physical strain through prolonged engagement and poor posture. Conclusion: This study highlighted the multifactorial nature of smartphone-related musculoskeletal pain, emphasizing the roles of demographic characteristics, usage patterns, and addiction. These findings provide a foundation for developing tailored ergonomic and behavioral interventions to mitigate pain risks, particularly in high-use populations. Future research should validate these findings through longitudinal studies and objective measures.

본 논문은 두 단계의 이민정책으로서 지역특화형 비자 제도를 분석하 며, 그 사례로 부산시의 도입 및 운영을 중심으로 다룬다. 이 제도는 지 역 인구 감소와 경제적 문제에 대응하여 외국인 인재를 특정 지역에 유 치하고 지역 경제 활성화를 도모하기 위해 도입되었다. 본 논문에서는 부산시가 서구, 동구, 영도구를 대상으로 추진한 지역특화형 비자 사업의 성과와 한계를 평가하고, 중앙정부와의 협력 및 지역자치단체의 역할을 중심으로 정책 집행상의 어려움을 분석한다. 연구 결과, 비자 제도가 인 구 및 경제 문제 해결에 긍정적인 가능성을 보이나, 정부 간 협력과 지 역적 역량 부족이 효과를 제한하는 주요 요인으로 나타났다. 이러한 분 석을 바탕으로, 지역 자율성과 비자 관리의 효율성을 높이기 위한 정책 개선 방안을 제안하며, 이는 한국 내 지역 맞춤형 이민정책의 발전에 중 요한 시사점을 제공한다.

This study presents an integrated indoor air quality index (IAQI) algorithm aimed at enhancing the efficiency of indoor air quality management in diverse indoor environments. The proposed IAQI accounts for the combined effects of multiple pollutants, offering a more comprehensive approach than traditional concentrationbased methods. Findings from four exposure scenarios and probabilistic health risk assessments indicate that the IAQI can be tailored to reflect occupant characteristics and space usage, thereby providing improved protection for sensitive populations, such as newborns. The application of occupant-specific criteria led to reductions in pollutant concentrations and associated health risks compared to conventional standards. Furthermore, the IAQI incorporates correction factors and weighted adjustments, facilitating robust risk assessments in complex multi-pollutant contexts. By addressing the limitations of single-pollutant management, this approach supports the development of more effective strategies for indoor air quality control. The proposed algorithm holds significant potential for practical applications in indoor air quality management and policymaking. Future research should focus on validating its effectiveness across a wider range of indoor environments.

The purpose of this study was to analyze English subject-specific descriptions through text mining, examine their alignment to the curriculum achievement standards, and ultimately support students’ educational growth. We collected English subject-specific descriptions for 1,030 tenth-graders from general high schools in City A, and keywords and contexts were extracted using TF, TF-IDF, phi coefficient analysis, and trigram analysis. The results revealed that the subject-specific descriptions frequently neglected the following aspects of learning and instruction in curriculum achievement standards: familiar and general themes, conversation and listening skills, language use across different types of information, and proper email writing. Although descriptions are intended to reflect students’ actual achievement levels, those for lower achievement levels (i.e., D and E) were often overstated. Improvements are necessary to ensure closer alignment between the descriptions and the curriculum achievement standards, with particular emphasis on the accurate representation of lower achievement levels. Based on the findings, we discussed potential improvement strategies for educational authorities to consider and implement.

Activated carbon is generally recognized as an applicable material for gas or liquid adsorption and electrochemical devices, such as electric double-layer capacitors (EDLCs). Owing to the continuous increase in its price, research aimed at discovering alternative materials and improving its fabrication yield is important. Herein, organic pigments were ingeniously employed to enhance the fabrication of high-surface-area activated carbon with remarkable efficiency. Moreover, the focus was centered on the assessment of activated carbon derived from 2,9-dimethylquinacridone, also known as CI Pigment Red 122 for its capacity to adsorb tetracycline (TC) and its applicability as an electrode material for EDLCs. Activating these organic pigments with varying potassium hydroxide ratios allowed the fabrication of activated carbon with a higher yield than that for conventional activated carbon. Furthermore, it was confirmed that activated carbon with a very high specific surface area can be efficiently fabricated, demonstrating a remarkable potential in various application fields. Notably, this activated carbon exhibited an impressive maximum specific surface area and a total pore volume of 3,935 m2/ g and 2.324 cm3/ g, respectively, showcasing its substantial surface area and distinctive porous characteristics. Additionally, the Langmuir and Freundlich isotherm models were employed to examine the TC adsorption on the activated carbon, with the Langmuir model demonstrating superior suitability than the Freundlich model. Furthermore, the electrochemical performance of an activated carbon-based electrode for EDLCs was rigorously evaluated through cyclic voltammetry. The specific capacitance exhibited a considerable increase in proportion to the expanding specific surface area of the activated carbon.

본 연구는 국내에 분포하는 특정도서에 서식하는 조류의 다양성에 미치는 서식지 요인의 구명을 위해 2017년 5월부 터 2019년 10월까지 서해안과 남해안에 분포하는 65개의 도서를 대상으로 수행하였다. 서식지 환경은 수치지형도를 기반으로 산출된 도서의 면적과 육지로부터의 거리, 토지 피복 유형을 구분하여 이용하였다. 조사지역의 서식지 환경과 조류 군집의 생물다양성 사이의 관계를 분석한 결과 도서 내 숲의 비율과 더불어 수역의 비율, 도서의 크기, 초지의 비율이 영향을 주는 요인으로 추출되었다. 서식지의 크기는 생물이 서식할 수 있는 공간의 증가와 연관되며, 이는 생물의 수용 능력과 밀접하게 관련된다. 또한 서식지 내 환경의 다양성은 조류 군집의 서식지 선택에 영향을 미치게 되고 그에 따라 보다 다양한 환경을 갖는 서식지에서 생물다양성이 증가한 것으로 판단한다. 본 연구 결과는 조류의 서식지 및 중간 기착지로 가치가 높은 국내 특정도서의 조류 군집의 보존 및 종 다양성 증진을 위한 기초 생태자료로서 가치가 높을 것으로 판단된다.