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Purpose –This article aims to present aspects related to women’s personal life and work illustrated in the TV series Most Beautiful Thing (Coisa Mais Linda, in Portuguese). Design/methodology/approach –To this end, a film analysis was carried out considering the first season of the TV seriesMost Beautiful Thing, and to analyze the data, qualitative content analysis was used according to Bardin (2006). Findings –The analysis showed thatwomen’s struggleswere and are distinct.While white women are fighting for the right to work concomitantly reconciling their roles as mother, wife and housewife -, black and poor women fight for survival and dignity. As result, the film analysis showed that women’s search for a different social position is related to an inherent cultural aspect. It is relevant to mention herein that this struggle remains up to the present; such struggle is characterized by the occultation of the social role played by women. Research limitations/implications –As a limitation, there are few studies that address the theme of white and black women during the period reported in the series. Originality/value – The main contribution of this article is the use of a filming product that portrays the 1950s, but bringing current discussions on the role of women in society, especially regarding the labor market, the patriarchal domination of men, prejudice, racial, and class discrimination.
EVALUATION OF MDA AND COQ10 IN RENAL FAILURE PATIENTS BEFORE AND AFTER DIALYSIS

Renal failure (RF) is a disease in which the kidneys are no longer enable to process the body wastes. There are two types of RF, acute renal failure and chronic renal failure. Dialysis is a process by which the problems from impairment of renal function is filled and divided into two types peritoneal and hemodialysis. The study is designed to investigate the levels of MDA and CoQ10 in serum of RF patients predialysis and postdialysis, by taking the serum of 40 RF patients and compare the results with healthy normal people. The level of MDA was significantly (P<0.01) higher in RF patients compared to control, and increased significantly (P<0.01) after dialysis. CoQ10 level was reduced significantly in RF patients compared to control but no significant differences has observed between the patient’s CoQ10 levels before and after dialysis. The level of CoQ10 has shown significant negative association with age before dialysis but with BMI after dialysis. The hemodialysis process is linked with the increase of oxidative stress in RF patients and thus would drive further health complications.
The Role of Stress during in Vivo and in Vitro Plant Reproductive Development: Implications for Cropping Systems and Germplasm Enhancement in Canada

High-yielding cereal and oilseed cultivars are integral components of modern cropping systems in Canada. Climate change occurring at both regional and global scales, along with increased frequency of extreme weather events, has resulted in greater emphasis upon yield stability or safety in local breeding programs. The reproductive development of crop and model plant species is particularly sensitive to environmental stress with undesirable reductions in seed yield linked to pollen sterility and ovule abortion along with defects in embryogenesis, storage product accumulation and seed maturation. In contrast to the detrimental role environmental stress plays in reducing harvestable yields, plants also employ controlled ‘stress’ programs at various checkpoints throughout the plant lifecycle. Modern in vitro tissue culture techniques which support breeding programs also employ stress as a means of reprogramming plant development. The following review covers recent molecular and physiological studies that have improved our understanding of the mechanism(s) through which both model and crop species cope with environmental or imposed stress during in vitro and in vivo reproductive development. Through approaches such as germplasm screening or genetic engineering plant biologists can utilize the information provided to enhance the stress tolerance of species of importance to the Canadian agriculture and forestry sectors. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
New dyes for petroleum products

Petroleum products are usually coloured with dyes, which can be natural or synthetic. In Nigeria, a number of plants serve as a source of dyes. Among these are Rothmenia hispidia, Pterocarpus osun and Terminalia superba. In the present work, the seeds of Rothmenia hispidia were extracted with water using cold maceration method, while the stem wood of Pterocarpus osun and Terminalia superba were extracted with ethanol. The extracts of Rothmenia hispidia were isolated by sedimentation whereas those of Pterocarpus osun and Terminalia superba were isolated by simple distillation. Petroleum products (gasoline, diesel, kerosene and wax) were coloured with the aqueous extract of Rothmenia hispidia and ethanol extracts of Pterocarpus osun and Terminalia superba. The dyes gave the products beautiful colours ranging from yellow through orange to red. Consequently, application of these dyes in petroleum products will serve for aesthetic purposes, identification of different petroleum fractions as well as trademark. The UV-Visible and Infrared Spectroscopy of the dyes werealso determined.
EXPLORING THE DISCURSIVE DIFFERENCES OF MATHEMATICS COACHES WITHIN ONLINE COACHING CYCLE CONVERSATIONS

We present the results of our analysis regarding the discursive tendencies of four mathematics coaches during planning and debriefing conversations within online coaching cycles. Guided by the Content-Focused model of coaching (West & Cameron, 2013), the coaching cycles are a single component of a larger online professional development model for middle school mathematics teachers in rural areas (Choppin, Amador, & Callard, 2015). This paper explores the different ways coaches talk with teachers during coaching conversations. Building on prior studies from literacy coaching (Ippolito, 2010), we found five different discursive moves for how coaches talk with teachers: invitation, suggestion, explanation, description, and evaluation. We use these moves to identify similarities and differences in the discursive tendencies of coaches. The implications of these discursive tendencies are provided.
Tree Planting Fundamentals

Transplanting imposes severe physiological stress because over 95% of the root system is removed when the tree is dug. The landscape designer and contractor can make decisions that will improve the chances of success. Advantages and disadvantages of purchasing trees produced by different production methods are discussed from the landscape contractor's point of view. Current research concerning key steps in the planting process is reviewed, and recommendations are made.
Energy saving potential of high yield pulp (HYP) application by addition of small amounts of bleached wheat straw pulp

Abstract High-yield pulp (HYP) has found wide applications in many paper grades. Usually, the strength properties of HYP must be improved and its freeness fine-tuned before sending it for paper machining, by means of refining at a low consistency, which requires energy. In this study, the possibility of avoiding refining of HYP was investigated by adding low percentages of refined and bleached wheat straw pulp (BWSP) to a HYP-containing mixture. The results show that the strength properties of a HYP and a hardwood kraft (HWKP) mixture can be improved with approximately 10% refined BWSP. In this manner, refining energy of 20 kWh t-1 is needed, and the pulp quality is improved to a similar level to that obtained from the same pulp mixture refined with an energy input of 70 kWh t-1. This approach also works for 100% HYP. The practical implication is that only a small percentage of refined BWSP is needed to improve the strength property of a HYP or HYP/HWKP mixtures, so that less refining energy is required in the low-consistency refining process.
Functional Differences Found in the Elderly Living in the Community

Introduction: Successful aging lies in cognitive and functional maintenance, and in the optimal performance of daily tasks that keep the elderly free of disability and dependence. However, there is little evidence for functional differences for gender and age, and how cognitive and physical demands in past working lives can affect them, to design more personalized occupational therapy interventions to prevent functional and cognitive impairment. Method: This observational descriptive study evaluated 367 older adults living in a community with subjective memory complaints and scored between 24 and 35 with the Spanish version of the “Mini-Mental State Examination (MEC-35)”. Basic activities of daily living (BADL) were studied with the Barthel Index, while instrumental ADL (IADL) were examined with the Lawton–Brody scale. Functional differences for gender, age, and physico-mental occupation were examined. Results: The significant differences found for gender indicated that men did better in BADL (p = 0.026) and women better performed IADL (p < 0.001). Differences between age groups suggest that the younger group (aged 64–75) obtained better results for BADL (p = 0.001) and IADL (p < 0.001). For physico-mental occupation, statistically significant differences were found only in IADL for mental (p = 0.034) and physical occupation (p = 0.005). Conclusions: Gender, age, and the cognitive and physical demands of occupational stages, can be important predictors of cognitive and functional impairment. These results can be generalized to other health centers in the province and to other Spanish Autonomous Communities because their socio-demographic variables are similar. It would be interesting to carry out multimodal personalized interventions that consider the factors that might affect functional impairment to preserve personal autonomy.
Prefabricated Flaps for Complex Defects Nasal Reconstruction

Background: Reconstruction of acquired defects of the nose remains one of the most challenging tasks for the plastic surgeons. There are several reconstructive options for nasal defects including primary repair, skin grafts, local flaps, regional flaps, or distant and free flaps. In complex defects, the nasal reconstruction requires restoration of the osseous and cartilaginous framework, altogether with reconstruction of the skin and inner nasal lining. This study aimed to evaluate the use of prefabricated flap in reconstruction of complex defects of the nose. Methods: A total of 20 patients with different complex nasal defects (involving mucosa, cartilaginous support, and nasal skin) were operated upon, they were divided into 3 groups according to byramicli scoring: Group 1; (9 patients with Type Ib defects), Group 2; (7 patients with Type II defects, Group 3; (4 patients with Type IIIa defects. Prefabricated Flaps used were paramedian forehead flaps, nasolabial flaps, cheek advancement flaps, altogether grafts. Evaluation was done preoperatively and postoperatively through clinical examination, photographing, and patient observer questionnaire for the asthetic results. Results: Flap survival was excellent in 16 cases and only 4 flaps showed minor complications treated conservatively. The easthetic results were excellent in 13 patients, good in 2 patients, while they were poor in 5 patients. 70% of patients were satisfied with the results. Conclusion: The use of prefabricated flaps can be successfully used to manage different nasal defects with good results and minimal complications possible. Also, even in the presence of free flap reconstructions, the prefabricated flaps still can be a good alternative technique and have a great role and still compete with the free flaps in reconstruction of the nose.
Robust Posture Stabilization of Wheeled Mobile Robots in Polar Coordinates

This paper proposes a robust posture stabilization control method for wheeled mobile robots in polar coordinates. Previously, a posture stabilization problem of wheeled mobile robots is studied using kinematic time-invariant controllers based on the kinematic error model in polar coordinates, where the uncertainties of dynamics are not considered. To solve the robust posture stabilization, we introduce reference generation mode, reference tracking mode, and reference regulation mode. In reference generation mode, a kinematic time-invariant controller is used to generate the reference trajectory which starts from the initial posture of the actual robot to the desired posture. In reference tracking mode, a sliding mode position controller is employed in such a way that the actual robot can follow the reference trajectory in the desired forward or backward moving direction, even in the presence of the disturbances in the dynamics. In reference regulation mode, a sliding mode heading direction controller is used such that the actual robot can maintain the desired posture against the disturbances. In this way, robust posture stabilization can be achieved at almost all global regions. The stability analysis and simulation results are included to verify the proposed scheme.
Investigation of Physical Fitness According to Gender among Older Adults with Similar Physical Activity Levels

This research aimed to investigate the physical fitness of older adults with similar physical activity levels according to gender. The Physical Activity Scale for the Elderly (PASE) (Turkish version) was used to assess their physical activity levels, and the Senior Fitness Test was used to measure physical fitness based on performance. The Mann Whitney U test was used to compare the non-parametric data between the genders, and the t-test was used for the parametric data. No significant difference was found in age, height and weight between older women and older men (p>0.05). There were significant differences in the chair stand test, arm curl test, get-up-and-go test and twominute step test between older women and older men (p<0.05). There were no significant differences in the backscratch test and the chair sit-and-reach test between older women and men (p>0.05). There is a gender-related difference between physical fitness components of men and women with similar levels of physical activity, except flexibility. Older men had stronger arms and legs, better dynamic balance, and better agility and aerobic capacities compared to older women in this research.
Bacterial Lysis through Interference with Peptidoglycan Synthesis Increases Biofilm Formation by Nontypeable <named-content content-type='genus-species'>Haemophilus influenzae</named-content>

Nontypeable Haemophilus influenzae (NTHi) is an opportunistic pathogen that mainly causes otitis media in children and community-acquired pneumonia or exacerbations of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in adults. A large variety of studies suggest that biofilm formation by NTHi may be an important step in the pathogenesis of this bacterium. However, the underlying mechanisms involved in this process are poorly elucidated. In this study, we used a transposon mutant library to identify bacterial genes involved in biofilm formation. The growth and biofilm formation of 4,172 transposon mutants were determined, and the involvement of the identified genes in biofilm formation was validated in in vitro experiments. Here, we present experimental data showing that increased bacterial lysis, through interference with peptidoglycan synthesis, results in elevated levels of extracellular DNA, which increased biofilm formation. Interestingly, similar results were obtained with subinhibitory concentrations of -lactam antibiotics, known to interfere with peptidoglycan synthesis, but such an effect does not appear with other classes of antibiotics. These results indicate that treatment with -lactam antibiotics, especially for -lactam-resistant NTHi isolates, might increase resistance to antibiotics by increasing biofilm formation. IMPORTANCE Most, if not all, bacteria form a biofilm, a multicellular structure that protects them from antimicrobial actions of the host immune system and affords resistance to antibiotics. The latter is especially disturbing with the increase in multiresistant bacterial clones worldwide. Bacterial biofilm formation is a multistep process that starts with surface adhesion, after which attached bacteria divide and give rise to biomass. The actual steps required for Haemophilus influenzae biofilm formation are largely not known. We show that interference with peptidoglycan biosynthesis increases biofilm formation because of the release of bacterial genomic DNA. Subinhibitory concentrations of -lactam antibiotics, which are often prescribed to treat H. influenzae infections, increase biofilm formation through a similar mechanism. Therefore, when -lactam antibiotics do not reach their MIC in vivo, they might not only drive selection for -lactam-resistant clones but also increase biofilm formation and resistance to other antimicrobial compounds.
Sociodemographic Characterization of Domestic Deaths due to COVID 19 , Tegucigalpa , Honduras . 2020

Background: The current Covid-19 pandemic, produced by a mutant strain of coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, has generated a global economic, social and health crisis. Objective: To descriptively analyze the surveys in deaths from COVID19, Tegucigalpa, January-December 2020. Methodological Design: Type of cross-sectional descriptive study in which an analysis of the database of the field work of 523 surveys, sampling non-probabilistic at convenience, covering people over 18 years of age, with the execution of a positive or suspicious test; excluding those patients who generated an uprising with causes other than COVID19. The database that was executed using the Excel software was analyzed, however, the data was tabulated again in EpiInfoV.7. 2. and with the Microsoft Office package. Results: Men are the most affected with almost 50% (250). The age group most affected was those older than 72 years with 54% (282) and the mean age of the deceased was 49 years; mostly from urban areas with 95% (498). 45% (235) had no underlying disease, Ischemic Heart Disease was the predominant in 17% (89), followed by Diabetes Mellitus with almost 13% (66), in third place Arterial Hypertension was found with a 9% (49). At the level of diagnostic tests, it is known that 223 (43%) underwent rapid COVID19 tests, on the other hand, only 20 (4%) were performed postmortem. Attention actions and other types of procedures accumulate a total of 275 (53%) frequencies. Conclusion: Men and people of advanced age were the most affected, chronic underlying diseases were present in almost 50% of the lifts studied.
Mathematical Modelling and Tray Drying Kinetics of Loquat ( Eriobotrya japonica ) 2759

The present study was aimed to investigate drying of loquat slices in tray dryer at different temperatures Drying was conducted at 45°C, 55 °C, and 65°C at constant air velocity of 0.5 m/s in tray dryer;time taken for drying of slices was 12 h, 10 h and 9h respectively. The analysed moisture data was fitted in four different drying mathematical models, i.e. Henderson and Pabis, Page, Logarithmic and Newton (Lewis). Statistical analysis predicted that Page model was best-fitted model for describing drying characteristics of loquat slices. Best-fitted model was selected by obtaining maximum value of regression coefficient (R) and minimum value of chi square (χ2) and root mean square error (RSME). It was observed that shrinkage percentage was less at higher temperature as compared to the lower temperature, i.e., 45°C.
Owens Valley nesting willow flycatcher under pressure

Willow flycatchers (Empidonax traillii; WIFL) nest along the Owens River and Horton Creek in the Owens Valley. Migrating WIFL visit these sites as well as many other tributaries to both the Owens River and Mono Lake. We estimate there are approximately 35 WIFL territories in the Owens valley, or 5% of territories in California. Nesting WIFL in the Owens Valley are likely the federally endangered southwestern subspecies (E. t. extimus; SWIFL). The Chalk Bluff nesting site is particularly important as large nesting areas tend to be both rare and important for SWIFL and it contains more than half (63%) of all known WIFL territories in the region, which also represents 12% of all nesting SWIFL in California. Between 2014 and 2016, WIFL territory numbers declined from 37 to 27 across the three largest breeding sites. Territory numbers may have been influenced by drought conditions or brown-headed cowbird (Molothrus ater; BHCO) nest parasitism. In 2015 and 2016, comprehensive nest monitoring found nest parasitism rates were >40%, and nest success was lower in parasitized nests (16%; N = 5/31) compared with non-parasitized nests (60%; N = 31/52). BHCO management could potentially improve nest success for WIFL as well as many other open-cup nesting riparian birds in the Owens Valley.
Exploring the Relationship Between Schizophrenia and Cardiovascular Disease: A Genetic Correlation and Multivariable Mendelian Randomization Study

Importance: Individuals with schizophrenia have a reduced life-expectancy compared to the general population, largely due to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Clinical and epidemiological studies have been unable to fully unravel the nature of this relationship. Objective: Investigate genetic correlations and potential bi-directional effects between liability to schizophrenia and CVD. Design, setting, and participants: We obtained summary-data of genome-wide-association studies of schizophrenia (N=130,644), heart failure (N=977,323), coronary artery disease (N=332,477), systolic and diastolic blood pressure (N=757,601), heart rate variability (N=46,952), QT interval (N=103,331), early repolarization and dilated cardiomyopathy ECG patterns (N=63,700). We computed genetic correlations with linkage disequilibrium score regression and conducted bi-directional Mendelian randomization (MR). With multivariable MR, we investigated whether associations were mediated by smoking, body mass index, physical activity, lipid levels, or type 2 diabetes. To ensure robustness, we applied a range of sensitivity methods. Main outcomes and measures: Schizophrenia, heart failure, coronary artery disease, systolic blood pressure, diastolic blood pressure, heart rate variability, QT interval, early repolarization, dilated cardiomyopathy. Results: Genetic correlations between liability to schizophrenia and CVD were close to zero (-0.02 to 0.04). With MR, we found robust evidence that liability to schizophrenia increases heart failure risk. This effect remained consistent with multivariable MR. There was also evidence that liability to schizophrenia increases early repolarization risk, largely mediated by BMI and lipid levels. Finally, there was evidence that liability to schizophrenia increases heart rate variability, a direction of effect contrasting previous studies. In the other direction, there was weak evidence that higher systolic, but not diastolic, blood pressure increases schizophrenia risk. Conclusions and relevance: Our findings indicate that liability to schizophrenia increases the risk of heart failure, and that this is not mediated by key health behaviours. This is consistent with the notion that schizophrenia is characterised by a systemic dysregulation of the body (including inflammation and oxidative stress) with detrimental effects on the heart. To decrease cardiovascular mortality among schizophrenia patients, priority should lie with optimal treatment and interventions in early stages of psychoses. We also identified early repolarization, currently understudied, as a potential CVD marker among patients with schizophrenia.