The Dependence of the Indigenous Communities Living in Xuan SonNational Park, Vietnam on Forest Resources with Climate Change

Dinh Thi Ha Giang,이달희,한신,박태윤 에너지기후변화교육학회 2018 에너지기후변화교육 Vol.8 No.2

The National Park Xuan Son now has about 32,423 inhabitants. Most of them are ethnic minorities (accounting for 90.03%), while the poverty rate accounts for 44%. Ethnic minority people come from many generations that have worked closely with and exploited the forest, creating pressure on forest resources. Therefore, the question is how to get the harmony of different interest groups, between the one hand is the livelihoods of the ethnic minorities and the other hand is the urgency of conservation in Xuan Son National Park. Most of them are difficult to abandon the exploitation of available resource from the forest. That means the pressure on forest does not decrease, but also have tends to increase, especially as this pressure is created by the necessities of life facing the difficulties of people who live inside and outside the nature reserve. This paper shows the level of forest-dependence of the people reflected by the income rate from the forest. The results of the paper provide data expressing some challenges in the management of natural forest in Xuan Son National Park.

Factors Affecting Logistics Capabilities for Logistics Service Providers: A Case Study in Vietnam

Dinh Dao DANG,Dieu Linh HA,Van Bao TRAN,Van Tuan NGUYEN,Thi Lien Huong NGUYEN,Thuy Hong DANG,Thi Thai Ha LE 한국유통과학회 2021 The Journal of Asian Finance, Economics and Busine Vol.8 No.5

This study aimed to investigate the factors affecting Logistics capabilities for Logistics Service Providers in Vietnam. Researchers inherited and developed based on previous research to focus on analyzing and evaluating dynamics, measuring Logistics capabilities, and the factors affecting Logistics capabilities for Logistics Service Providers. The logistics capabilities Model is used based on three factors: customer demand management capability, innovation capability, and information management capability. The empirical analysis used data from the survey data of l90 managers of Logistics Service Providers in Hai Phong, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Hue, Hanoi with reliable tools (SPSS 26.0 software). The data were analyzed by frequencies, percentages, means, Pearson’s Linear Correlation Coefficient, exploratory factor analysis, and multi-linear regression model based on the survey data. The research results identified the following factors affecting Logistics capabilities for Logistics Service Providers: innovation capability has the strongest impact on Logistics capabilities; customer demand management capability has the following strong effects on Logistics capabilities; and finally, information management capability that affects Logistics capabilities. There is also a positive relationship between all factors and Logistics capabilities. Several recommendations are further suggested to enhance to improve Logistics capabilities for Logistics Service Providers in Vietnam.

Oral cavity: An open horizon for nanopharmaceuticals

Nguyen Oanh Oanh Thi,Tran Khue Dan,Ha Nhan Thi,Doan Sang Minh,Dinh Thi Thanh Hai,Tran Tuan Hiep 한국약제학회 2021 Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation Vol.51 No.4

Background Oral administration is the primary route employed for drug delivery. In addition to the gastrointestinal tract, the oral cavity has been drawing considerable attention owing to its physiological properties and advances in drug carrier development. Notably, nanotechnology has made immense contributions to enhancing drug bioavailability, stability, and efficacy, both in research and clinical settings. Area covered The present review comprises lessons from physiological characteristics to fundamental material science knowledge, summarizing the pros and cons of nanotechnology applications in therapeutic drug delivery. The oral cavity presents inherent challenges, including oral cancer, dental caries, oral infection, or oral inflammation, that necessitate local solutions. Simultaneously, the vascular system under the tongue and in the buccal region offers a portal for systemic drug absorption. Expert opinion Among available delivery systems, nanoparticle-based drug delivery, with the oral cavity as the action or absorption site, can be developed as a principal dosage formulation. Although convenience and fast onset might be advantageous, additional studies are warranted for preclinical characterization, especially in animal models, and for determining manufacturing competence, prior to human trials to meet standards in clinical settings.

Preliminary study of doxycycline adsorption from aqueous solution on alkaline modified biochar derived from banana peel

Van-Truc Nguyen,Thanh-Binh Nguyen,Thi-Dieu-Hien Vo,Nguyen Duy Dat,Thi-Kim Quyen Vo,Xuan Cuong Nguyen,Viet-Cuong Dinh,Thi-Ngoc-Chau Le,Thi-Giang-Huong Duong,Manh-Ha Bui,Xuan-Thanh Bui 대한환경공학회 2023 Environmental Engineering Research Vol.29 No.3

This study explores the adsorption of doxycycline (DOX) from aqueous solutions onto biochar derived from banana peel, which was prepared using a potassium hydroxide activation method (KOH-BPB). The biochar properties were characterized based on morphology, surface area (SBET of 710.241 ㎡ g<SUP>−1</SUP>), functional groups, and surface charge (pHPZC = 7.7). Parameters, including initial pH, DOX concentration, and ionic strength, that influenced the DOX adsorption capacity of KOH-BPB were examined. Adsorption equilibrium of DOX on KOH-BPB was assessed through four isothermal models: the Langmuir, Freundlich, Temkin, and Dubinin-Radushkevich models. The obtained data were most compatible with the Langmuir model (R² = 0.9879). KOH-BPB has a maximum DOX absorption capacity of 121.95 mg g<SUP>-1</SUP> which exceeds that of many comparable absorbents. The maximum DOX removal was 96.7% at pH 6, a DOX concentration of 20 mg L<SUP>-1</SUP>, and a KOH-BPB dose of 1.0g L<SUP>-1</SUP>. These findings reveal that biochar from banana peel effectively removes antibiotic residues from water. This study provides a potential, low-cost, and environmentally friendly adsorbent.

Ultra-broadband and flexible metamaterial absorber based on MoS2 cuboids with Mie resonances

Ha Duong Thi,Nam Man Hoai,Tung Bui Son,Khuyen Bui Xuan,Lam Vu Dinh,Le-Van Quynh 한국물리학회 2023 THE JOURNAL OF THE KOREAN PHYSICAL SOCIETY Vol.82 No.11

In this work, we present a type of fexible and broadband metamaterial absorber operating in the GHz range. The proposed structure consists of three layers: a periodic square-shaped array made of molybdenum disulfde (MoS2) on the top, a continuous polyimide layer in the middle and a continuous copper layer at the bottom. For fat model, the proposed absorber exhibits a broadband absorption in the frequency range of 10.1–17.6 GHz with an absorption of more than 90% under normal incidence. Due to the symmetry of structure, the absorption feature is polarization-insensitive. The absorption remains above 80% in the frequency range of 11.1–15.6 GHz when the incident angle is up to 60° for TE-polarized wave, while the absorption is higher than 90% in the frequency range of 13.5–18 GHz for incident angles up to 60° for TM-polarized wave. For bending model, the absorption is signifcantly expanded when the bending radius decreases to under 100 mm. The physical mechanism of the absorption properties is explained in detail by the electric feld distribution, the magnetic feld distribution following the Mie resonance theory and infuence of the loss of MoS2. Obtained results in the work might contribute to the development of potential applications based on metamaterials in the microwave region such as imaging, protecting and light emitting devices.

Dye-sensitized solar cells composed of photoactive composite photoelectrodes with enhanced solar energy conversion efficiency

Thi Vu, Hong Ha,Atabaev, Timur Sh.,Ahn, Ji Young,Dinh, Nguyen Nang,Kim, Hyung-Kook,Hwang, Yoon-Hwae The Royal Society of Chemistry 2015 Journal of Materials Chemistry A Vol.3 No.20

<▼1><P>Phosphor particles were introduced as a luminescent medium to improve the overall efficiency of dye sensitized solar cells (DSSCs).</P></▼1><▼2><P>Phosphor particles were introduced as a luminescent medium to improve the overall efficiency of dye sensitized solar cells (DSSCs). In the preparation process, TiO2 and phosphor particles were mixed to make photoelectrodes with bilayer (TiO2/mix), 3-layer (TiO2/mix/TiO2) and 4-layer (TiO2/mix/TiO2/mix) structures. The cell with the bilayer structure (TiO2/mix) after treating with TiCl4 solution showed the highest light-to-electric energy conversion efficiency (8.78%), which was ∼25.8% higher than that of a cell with a pure TiO2 layer under the same experimental conditions. The improvement in the energy conversion efficiency of DSSCs was attributed to phosphor enhanced incident light-harvesting <I>via</I> up- and down-conversion luminescence processes, resulting in an increase in the photocurrent.</P></▼2>

Synthesis of Novel Triazolo Cyclobutane Nucleoside Analogs

Thi Thu Thuy Tran,Ngoc Thang Ngo,Thi Ha Dinh,Giang Vo‐Thanh,Stéphanie Legoupy 대한화학회 2015 Bulletin of the Korean Chemical Society Vol.36 No.5

Synthesis of triazolo-cyclobutane nucleosides analogs is reported. These molecules have been obtained by a short and efficient sequence involving a click azide-alkyne cycloaddition following by cis-hydroxylation in the key step.

Pandemics and Economic Complexity: A Cross-Country Analysis

Nguyen Dinh Trung,Duong Kim Thanh,Phung Huong Thi Thu,Ha Mai Quynh 한국국제경제학회 2024 International Economic Journal Vol.38 No.1

This paper is the first attempt to empirically examine the impact of pandemics on economic complexity in a cross-country setting. We employ a unique and recently developed measure of pandemic intensity, which is the World Pandemic Discussion Index. Using panel-corrected standard error regressions on a panel dataset of 90 countries from 1996 to 2019, we find that an increase in pandemic discussion could reduce economic complexity. Further heterogeneity tests show that this detrimental effect of pandemics only occurs in emerging and low-income countries, or in countries with low levels of institutional quality. By using mechanism analysis,wealso find that pandemics reduce economic complexity via deteriorating the quality of human capital. These findings are robust to a comprehensive battery of robustness and sensitivity checks. Overall, our paper could provide valuable implications for policy makers in devising measures to support the economic recovery process post-pandemics.

Safety of Balloon Kyphoplasty in the Treatment of Thoracic Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fractures in Vietnamese Patients

Nguyen Dinh HOA,Vu Duc-Dat,Doan Thi-Ngoc-Ha,Vo Hoang-Long 대한정형외과학회 2020 Clinics in Orthopedic Surgery Vol.12 No.2

Background: The evidence for the efficacy and safety of balloon kyphoplasty (BKP) in treating the Vietnamese patients is sparse. There is no convincing evidence regarding BKP’s efficacy in Vietnamese patients, especially in the patients with thoracic osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (VCFs). This article aims to evaluate the outcomes of restoring the body height of the compressed thoracic vertebrae in patients undergoing BKP. Methods: We prospectively enrolled 65 consecutive patients with thoracic VCFs (73 vertebrae) due to osteoporosis who were treated with BKP between June 2018 and May 2019. Results: A trocar was inserted through the pedicle in 84.9% (62/73) and beside the pedicle in 15.1% (11/73). The mean amount of mixed cement injected was 4.1 ± 1.1 mL (range, 1.5–7 mL). Cement leakage was radiographically confirmed in 30.8% of 65 patients. Among patients with complications caused by cement extravasation, the leakage was through the anterior margin of the vertebrae in 15.4%, through the vertebral disc in 12.3%, and through the posterior margin of the vertebrae in 3.1%. In the last 3.1% of patients, there was no clinically notable lesions of the nerve roots or spinal cord. The mean visual analog scale score decreased significantly from 7.3 ± 1.1 preoperatively to 3.3 ± 0.6 at 24 hours after surgery, and then to 1.2 ± 1.1 at 3 months after surgery (p < 0.01). The mean reduction in Cobb angle measured on standing radiographs after treatment was 3.7°, showing statistical significance (p < 0.01). Conclusions: BKP is a minimally invasive treatment effective for immediate pain relief, early motor rehabilitation, and humpback correction. The present study provided convincing evidence to support the use of BKP by spine surgeons and clinical specialists in treating osteoporotic thoracic VCFs in Vietnamese patients.

The responsibility of C-terminal domain in the thermolabile haemolysin activity of Vibrio parahaemolyticus and inhibition treatments by Phellinus sp. extracts

Tran Thi Huyen,Ha Phuong Trang,Nguyen Thi-Ngan,Bui Dinh-Thanh,Le Pham Tan Quoc,Trinh Ngoc Nam 한국수산과학회 2023 Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences Vol.26 No.3

The thermolabile haemolysin (tlh) of Vibrio parahaemolyticus (Vptlh) from V. parahaemolyticus is a multiple-function enzyme, initially describes as a haemolytic factor activated by lecithin and phospholipase A2 enzymatic activity (Shinoda, 1991; Vazquez-Morado, 2021; Yanagase et al., 1970). Until now, the tlh structure has hypothesized including N-terminal and C-terminal domain, but what domain of the Vptlh structure does the haemolytic activity has not been refined yet. In this study, a 450-bp VpTLH nucleotide sequence of the entire Vptlh gene encoded the C-terminal domain cloned firstly to examine its responsibility in the activity of the Vptlh. The C-terminal domain fused with a 6-His-tag named the His-tag-VpC-terminal domain was expressed successfully in soluble form in the BL21 (DE3) PlysS cell. Remarkably, both expression and purification results confirmed a high agreement in the molecular weight of the His-tag-VpC-terminal domain was 47 kDa. This work showed the His-tag-VpC-terminal domain lysed the erythrocyte membranes in the blood agar and the phosphate buffered saline (0.9%) media without adding the lecithin substrate of the phospholipase enzyme. Haemolysis occurred at all tested diluted concentrations of His-tag-VpC-terminal domain (p < 0.05), providing evidence for the independent haemolytic activity of the His-tag-VpC-terminal domain. The content of 100 μg of the His-tag-VpC-terminal domain brought the highest haemolytic activity of 80% compared to that in the three remaining contents. Significantly, the His-tag-VpC-terminal domain demonstrated not to involve the phospholipase activity in Luria-Bertani agar supplemented with 1% (vol/vol) egg yolk emulsion. All results proved the vital responsibility of the His-tag-VpC-terminal domain in causing the haemolytic activity without the required activation by the phospholipase enzyme. Raw extracts of Phellinus igniarus and Phellinus pipi at 10–1 mg/mL inhibited the haemolytic activity of the His-tag-VpC-terminal domain from 67.7% to 87.42%, respectively. Hence applying the His-tag-VpC-terminal domain as a simple biological material to evaluate quickly potential derivatives against the Vptlh in vivo conditions will accessible and more advantageous than using the whole of the Vptlh.