Percentage Body Fat is As a Good Indicator for Determining Adolescents Who Are Overweight or Obese: A Cross-Sectional Study in Vietnam

Le Thu Trang,Dinh-Toi Chu,Nguyen Thi Hong Hanh,Nguyen Nam Trung 질병관리본부 2019 Osong Public Health and Research Persptectives Vol.10 No.2

Objectives: To identify trends in percentage body fat (PBF) in adolescents to determine gender-specific classification thresholds for being overweight and obese. Methods: A cross-sectional study of 899 adolescents (11 to 14.5 years) from Hanoi and Nam Dinh was conducted in Vietnam. PBF, subcutaneous fat and percentage of lean mass were measured directly using OMRON HBF 375 scales to measure bioelectrical impedance. Results: PBF decreased in boys with increasing age (p < 0.001). The difference in PBF between boys and girls, significantly increased with age after 12.5 years (p < 0.001). There was a stronger correlation between PBF and fat content (Pearson’s r = 0.860, p < 0.0001) than that between (BMI) and fat content (Pearson’s r = 0.521, p < 0.0001). The prevalence of being overweight or obese in girls was similar when determined by PBF or BMI. Hanoi had higher rates of adolescents being overweight or obese compared with Nam Dinh. Conclusion: PBF provides a more accurate body assessment for being overweight or obese in adolescents compared with BMI.

Visible light-driven photocatalytic degradation of doxycycline using ZnO/g-C₃N₄/biochar composite in aqueous solution

Nguyen Van Hung,Bui Thi Minh Nguyet,Nguyen Huu Nghi,Nguyen Minh Luon,Nguyen Ngoc Bich,Le Van Thanh Son,Nguyen Trung Kien,Dao Ngoc Nhiem,Nguyen Thanh Tuoi,Dinh Quang Khieu 대한환경공학회 2024 Environmental Engineering Research Vol.29 No.4

In the present work, ZnO/g-C₃N₄/biochar was prepared, and it was used for visible-light driven photocatalytic degradation of some colorants (methylene blue, rhodamine B, methyl orange) and some antibiotics (doxycycline, ciprofloxacin, amoxicilline). Biochar was prepared by pyrolysing Phragmites australis biomass. The ZnO/g-C₃N₄/biochar composite was synthesized with the alkaline hydrolysis method. The obtained materials were characterized by X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, transition electron microscopy, energy dispersive X-ray/elemental mapping, ultraviolet-visible-diffuse reflectance spectroscopy, photoluminescence spectroscopy, nitrogen adsorption/desorption isotherms and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. The results show that ZnO nanoparticles with a large surface area are highly dispersed on the g-C₃N₄ particle surface and biochar. The composite exhibits superior photocatalytic degradation ability toward doxycycline, a broad-spectrum antibiotic of the tetracycline compared with individual components (ZnO or g-C₃N₄) and satisfies stability after six treatment cycles. The kinetics and degradation mechanisms of doxycyline were also addressed. In addition, the present catalyst also exhibits the photocatalytic degradation of methylene blue, rhodamine B, methyl orange, ciprofloxacin and amoxicillin in visible-light regions.

Preparation, characterization and evaluation of catalytic activity of titania modified with silver and bentonite

Dinh Bang Nguyen,Thanh Phuong Dao,Hung Thuan Tran,Van Noi Nguyen,안대희,Thi Dieu Cam Nguyen 한국공업화학회 2012 Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry Vol.18 No.5

The aim of this study is to evaluate phenol degradation capability of silver modified titanium dioxide nanomaterial on bentonite support (Ag-TiO2/Bent). The material was synthesized as photocatalyst by adding Ag-TiO2 sol into bentonite suspension. The experimental results revealed that photooxidation activity of Ag-TiO2/Bent was greatly higher than that of Ag-TiO2 and TiO2/Bent. The phenol removal efficiency was 23.25%, 35.41% and 98.94% for Ag-TiO2, TiO2/Bent and Ag-TiO2/Bent, respectively. The dispersion of silver modified TiO2 on bentonite support significantly enhances photocatalytic activity under solar radiation due to surface plasmon resonance formation and prevention of anatase-to-rutile phase transformation.

Photocatalytic removal of Rhodamine B in water using g-C3N4/MIL-53(Fe) material under LED visible light with persulfate activation

Nguyen Trung Dung,Nguyen Van Hiep,Manh B. Nguyen,Vu Dinh Thao,Nguyen Nhat Huy 한국화학공학회 2021 Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering Vol.38 No.10

Photocatalysis is usually considered as one of the most effective methods for treating non-biodegradable pollutants commonly found in textile wastewater. In this study, the photocatalyst of g-C3N4/MIL-53(Fe) was synthesized by the hydrothermal method and applied for the removal of Rhodamine B (RhB) in water. The photocatalytic material was characterized by X-ray diffraction, Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, Brunauer-Emmett-Teller analysis, UV-Vis diffuse reflectance spectroscopy, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. The results showed that the g-C3N4 doped MIL-53(Fe) with 97 wt% of MIL- 53(Fe) works effectively under visible light and the presence of oxidants (Na2S2O8). RhB removal efficiency can be more than 99% with 20mg/L of RhB, 300mg/L of catalyst, 200mg/L of Na2S2O8, and pH 3. In addition, the photocatalytic degradation mechanism of RhB with g-C3N4/MIL-53(Fe) was also proposed, which could be improved and studied for a wide range of applications in textile wastewater treatment.

A Study on the Poverty of Mountain People Depending on Forests

NGUYEN, Phuong Thi Minh,NGUYEN, Song Van,DO, Duc Tai,NGUYEN, Quynh Thi Thuy,DINH, Thanh Trung,NGUYEN, Hang Phan Thu Korea Distribution Science Association 2020 The Journal of Asian Finance, Economics and Busine Vol.7 No.7

Livelihood capitals have a clear influence on livelihood development. As for the livelihood results, it has been pointed out in the analysis of the poor households that the ability of people to escape poverty depends especially on the access to livelihood capitals. This study aims to analyze the impacts of livelihood capital on poverty among mountain people who depend on forests through human capital, social capital, natural capital, physical capital and financial capital. This research employs the model of binary regression function. Independent variables x1, x2, …, xn are targets of livelihood strategy, vulnerability context, and livelihood capitals. These variables were selected to be included in the original model with dependent variable Y as poor and non-poor households. This study surveys households living in upland areas, near forests, and households of ethnic minorities. The results show that,out of the poor household rate, nearly 4% are newly-poor households or those falling back into poverty. Therefore, the government needs to pay more attention to this disadvantaged group and implements policies such as education and training policies, credit support policies, policies to support forest development, and payment for forest environmental services in the context of emerging countries like Vietnam.

Factors Affecting Mobile Payment Acceptance and Intention: A Case Study of Hospitality Customers in Vietnam

Dinh Tram Anh PHAN,Thi Thuy Ngan NGUYEN,Thi Khanh Nhi NGUYEN,Tran Thien An NGUYEN,Van Si Dan PHAN,Ngoc Phuong Thao HO,Kim Xuan DO,Trong Luan NGUYEN 한국유통과학회 2022 The Journal of Asian Finance, Economics and Busine Vol.9 No.5

The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the Vietnamese economy. In the midst of a complex disease that compelled people to limit their interaction, customers’ shopping habits shifted from “offline” to “online” transactions. Mobile payments have also grown in popularity. The goal of this study is to figure out what factors influence the use of mobile payments by hotel clients in Can Tho after COVID-19. The research team also examines how those factors influence customers’ willingness to use mobile payment and makes recommendations to better the current situation. Primary data was collected from 227 persons using online surveys and processed with SPSS software for this study. To analyze the correlation relationship between the elements determining the intention to use, the Cronbach alpha, EFA, Correlation, and Regression methods used to assess the scale are applied. Perceived Trustworthiness, Perceived Usefulness, and Perceived Ease of Use all have positive effects on customers’ propensity to use, according to the findings. Perceived Security, on the other hand, has no bearing. The findings of this study have significant theoretical and practical implications for the development of mobile payment services in Can Tho, particularly following the implementation of COVID-19.

분산전원의 특성을 고려한 조류계산의 새로운 알고리즘 고찰

Nguyen Dinh Hung,Nguyen Minh Y,Nguyen Van Thang,김태원(Tae Won Kim),김건중(Kern Joong Kim),윤용태(Yong Tae Yoon) 대한전기학회 2011 대한전기학회 학술대회 논문집 Vol.2011 No.7

Promotion of Fintech Application for the Modernization of Banking-Finance System in Vietnam

NGUYEN, Dat Dinh,DINH, Hoang Cong,NGUYEN, Duy Van Korea Distribution Science Association 2020 The Journal of Asian Finance, Economics and Busine Vol.7 No.6

In today's financial industry, Fintech (financial technology) has showed its role of an innovation-driving area, which can bring outstanding changes to the traditional financial market. This article will briefly introduce Fintech as well as its development in Vietnam. Besides, the research also provided a survey on experts' opinions on the challenges to the promotion of Fintech application for the modernization of the banking-finance system in Vietnam. The survey results of 40 experts in banking with knowledge of Fintech identify five challenges faced by Fintech companies in Vietnam: (1) legal corridor; (2) infrastructure; (3) Fintech companies; (4) customers; and (5) human resources. From these five challenges/barriers, there are 14 detailed aspects. The results of the expert survey using descriptive statistics show that all five factors are assessed to be low and need to be better addressed in the future. The authors suggest several solutions for further development of Fintech to support the modernization of the banking-finance system in Vietnam: (1) quickly complete the regulatory framework; (2) introduce policies on tax exemption; (3) promote research and application of the benefits of block-chain technology; (4) utilize the abilities of the human resources; and (5) actively promote and popularize knowledge about Fintech.

High-performance nonenzymatic electrochemical glucose biosensor based on AgNP-decorated MoS2 microflowers

Dinh Van Tuan,Dang Thi Thuy Ngan,Dao Vu Phuong Thao,Nguyen Thi Nguyet,Nguyen Thi Thuy,Nguyen Phuong Thuy,Vu Van Thu,Vuong-Pham Hung,Phuong Dinh Tam 한국물리학회 2022 Current Applied Physics Vol.43 No.-

A facile hydrothermal route was used to synthesize silver nanoparticle (AgNP)-decorated microflower molybdenum disulfide (MoS2-MF) for bio-electrochemical platform fabrication to detect nonenzymatic glucose concentration. The morphologies of the materials were studied by scanning electron microscopy, and their structural characteristics were analyzed by X-ray diffractometry and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy. The electrochemical characteristics of the AgNPs/MoS2-MF/PtE biosensor were studied by cyclic voltammetry. The obtained data indicated that the developed nonenzymatic glucose sensor has a large linear response between 1.0 and 15.0 mM, a limit of detection of as low as 1.0 mM, and a sensitivity of 46.5 μA nM-1 cm-2. The biosensor also displayed outstanding selectivity, stability, reproducibility, and repeatability. Additionally, the AgNPs/MoS2-MF/ PtE biosensor was utilized to detect glucose concentration in real sample and showed practical application potential for glucose detection.

A few tips when working with Excel spreadsheets

Nguyen Dinh Nguyen 한국콘텐츠학회 2009 ICCC International Digital Design Invitation Exhib Vol.2009 No.12

Microsoft Excel is a versatile application with the very strong features to the calculating and the analyzing. So it can manage the relatively complex system to the calculating. In the process of making a spreadsheet, we can get to numerous errors or may have to silly mistakes and often did not aware to the ones that can help us to processing of spreadsheets faster and more compact. Over the years working with Microsoft Excel I have collected and researched hundreds of tips, That help us to the convenient and effective working with this application. Because of the limited framework of the article so I criticized three of tips to introduce readers. Microsoft Excel is an application program running in the Windows environment for managing and processing data in the form of tables. It is relevant to the management of human resources, materials, finance, points ... in agencies, enterprises, schools .. However, Excel is an application very versatile, not only allows users to easily implement a simple problem quickly but allows them to use these functions to calculate and analyze powerful to control management systems is relatively complex calculations. Moreover, Excel allows managers can perform monitoring and analysis without having to depend on data management systems. Strength of the spreadsheet is increasingly enhanced with features supported: Special features. Macro for calculating the auto-setup function and use code; Technology of work (workbook) allows saving multiple spreadsheet link each other; Visual Basic for Aplications provide a language consistent with other Microsoft applications. Ability to exchange data with other applications; Additional software such as Solver to determine the goals and optimize work; The package of support services such as Financial CAD, @ RISK or Crystal Ball. Many people are using Excel today only know how to use the basic features such as creating spreadsheets with simple calculations and basis functions, the formula is not too complex. Very few documents referring to the procedure when working with Excel spreadsheets so users having difficulties in managing and processing data, not high performance. During teaching and work, I have researched and Collectibles is a few hundred tricks when working with Excel spreadsheets. Please be sharing some tips with readers.