bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Motion Primitives in the Trajectory Planning Problem with Kinematic Constraints
Authors: Golovin Vladislav , Yakovlev Konstantin
Published: November 2023

Automatic trajectory planning is an urgent scientific and technical problem, whose solutions are in demand in many fields: unmanned transportation, robotic logistics, social robotics, etc. Often, when planning a trajectory, it is necessary to consider the fact that the agent (robot, unmanned car, etc.) cannot arbitrarily change its orientation while moving, in other words, it is necessary to consider kinematic constraints when planning. One widespread approach to solving this problem is the approach that relies on the construction of a trajectory from prepared parts, motion primitives, each of which satisfies kinematic constraints. Often, the emphasis in the development of methods implementing this approach is on reducing the combinations of choices in planning (heuristic search), with the set of available primitives itself being regarded as externally defined. In this paper, on the contrary, we aim to investigate and analyze the effect of different available motion primitives on the quality of solving the planning problem with a fixed search algorithm. Specifically, we consider 3 different sets of motion primitives for a wheeled robot with differential drive. As a search algorithm, the A* algorithm well known in artificial intelligence and robotics is used. The solution quality is evaluated by 6 metrics, including planning time, length and curvature of the resulting trajectory. Based on the study, conclusions are made about the factors that have the strongest influence on the planning result, and recommendations are given on the construction of motion primitives, the use of which allows to achieve a balance between the speed of the planning algorithm and the quality of the trajectories found.
Notable Stingray Spine-Associated Strandings Involving Two Female Bottlenose Dolphins in Florida and Massachusetts, USA, in the Context of Literature and Database Reviews
Authors: Borkowski Rose , Perna Allison C. , Gordon Nadia J. , Camus Alvin C. , Gliatto John M. , Merigo Connie , Polimeno Lauren A.
Published: November 2023

Trauma from stingray spines (caudal barbs) has been intermittently documented as a cause of mild to fatal illness in odontocetes, particularly bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus), as well as in pinnipeds, sirenians, the loggerhead sea turtle, great white shark, and cobia. Although stingray spines have been noted to cause serious injury to various organ systems, their potential involvement in cetacean reproductive tract pathology has not been previously described. In North America, published descriptions of wild cetacean strandings associated with stingray spines have all involved bottlenose dolphins in the southeastern United States, plus a bottlenose dolphin and a common dolphin (Delphinus delphis) in Mexico. In 2018, uterine rupture was observed in a gravid bottlenose dolphin found deceased in Florida with stingray spine penetration into the abdominal cavity. Gross necropsy and histopathology findings were compatible with the stingray spine being involved with the rupture. To provide fuller insight into the case, a scientific literature review was conducted, and results of an unpublished 1998 necropsy involving a coastal female bottlenose dolphin that stranded in the northeastern state of Massachusetts with stingray spine presence was reviewed. Additionally, a query of the nationwide U.S. marine mammal stranding database was conducted for stingray spine-associated cetacean strandings from 1995 to 2019. Of 61 cetacean strandings revealed in the query to involve stingray spine presence, 59 were bottlenose dolphins from the southeastern U.S. states, plus Puerto Rico and Virginia; a bottlenose dolphin in southern California and a short-finned pilot whale (Globicephala macrorhynchus) were also noted. Query results did not support a bottlenose dolphin sex predilection for stingray spine-associated strandings; most such strandings involved adults. Behavioral, environmental, anthropogenic, and climatic events may influence marine mammal–stingray interactions. Continued vigilance for stingray spine-associated pathologic changes is warranted during marine mammal stranding investigations at diverse geographic sites.
A mistificação do trabalho precarizado invisível e o crowdsorcing
Authors: Barros Albani de
Published: November 2023

Resumo: Este artigo propõe-se a analisar o recente fenômeno do crowdsourcing, que se apresenta como um novo estatuto mistificador entre a terceirização e a informalidade, a partir da ação coletiva. Trata-se de uma massa humana que não atua sob a lógica fragmentada da ação individual, mas em conformidade com o coletivo. Sua existência está subordinada ao intenso uso de tecnologias informacionais, sendo as plataformas digitais o lócus privilegiado de seu desenvolvimento, além de possibilitar a inserção de usuários e consumidores e de atividades laborais invisíveis.
Adherence to the Mediterranean diet and depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms in Chilean university students: a cross-sectional study
Authors: Morales Gladys , Balboa-Castillo Teresa , Fernández-Rodríguez Rubén , Garrido-Miguel Miriam , Guidoni Camilo Molino , Sirtoli Rafaela , Mesas Arthur Eumann , Rodrigues Renne
Published: November 2023

Abstract: This study aims to determine the association of adherence to the Mediterranean diet and its food groups with depressive symptoms in Chilean university students. The study design was cross-sectional. A total of 934 first-year students at a Chilean public university completed a self-report questionnaire. To assess adherence to Mediterranean diet, an index validated in Chile (Chilean-MDI) was used, and depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms were assessed using the Depression Anxiety and Stress Scale (DASS-21). Logistic regression models were used to analyze the association of adherence to Mediterranean diet and its food groups with depression, anxiety, and stress symptoms adjusted for the main confounders. Students with moderate and high adherence to Mediterranean diet showed lower odds of depression [DASS-21 > 5, odds ratio (OR) = 0.64; 95% confidence interval (95%CI): 0.47-0.88] than those with low adherence to Mediterranean diet. The consumption of 1-2 servings/day of vegetables (OR = 0.63; 95%CI: 0.43-0.92), > 2 servings/week of nuts (OR = 0.41; 95%CI: 0.21-0.80), 1-2 servings/day of fruits (OR = 0.60; 95%CI: 0.42-0.85), 1-2 servings/week of fish and seafood (OR = 0.67; 95%CI: 0.48-0.94), and 1/2-3 units/week of avocado (OR = 0.67; 95%CI: 0.48-0.93) showed low odds of depressive symptoms. The consumption of whole grains and cereals (> 2 servings/day) (OR = 1.63; 95%CI: 1.02-2.61) showed the opposite association. Adherence to Mediterranean diet and consumption of fruits, vegetables, nuts, avocado, fish, and seafood are associated with a lower likelihood of depression in Chilean university students. New policies and educational strategies are recommended to improve diet quality and the mental health of the entire university community.
Racial inequality in health care of adults hospitalized with COVID-19
Authors: Cardoso Fernanda Sandes , Gomes Danilo Cosme Klein , Silva Alexandre Sousa da
Published: November 2023

Abstract: The objective was to analyze the association of race/skin color in health care, in adults hospitalized with severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS)/COVID-19, between March 2020 and September 2022, with Brazil as the unit of analysis. This is a cross-sectional study that used the Influenza Epidemiological Surveillance Information System (SIVEP-Gripe) database and had a population composed of adults (≥ 18 years) and the final classification was SARS by COVID-19 or unspecified SARS. The direct effect of skin color on in-hospital mortality was estimated through logistic regression adjusted for age, gender, schooling level, health care system and period, stratified by vaccination status. This same model was also used to assess the effect of skin color on the variables related to access to health care services: intensive care unit (ICU), tomography, chest X-ray and ventilatory support. The results show that black, brown and indigenous people died more, regardless the schooling level and number of comorbidities, with 23%, 32% and 80% higher chances of death, respectively, when submitted to ventilatory support. Racial differences were observed in the use of health care services and in outcomes of death from COVID-19 or unspecified SARS, in which ethnic minorities had higher in-hospital mortality and lower use of hospital resources. These results suggest that black and indigenous populations have severe disadvantages compared to the white population, facing barriers to access health care services in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
A colaboração interprofissional na atenção primária à saúde na perspectiva da ciência da implementação
Authors: Kanno Natália de Paula , Peduzzi Marina , Germani Ana Claudia Camargo Gonçalves , Soárez Patrícia Coelho De , Silva Andréa Tenório Correia da
Published: November 2023

O objetivo foi analisar as percepções de trabalhadores da atenção primária à saúde (APS) sobre a colaboração interprofissional na perspectiva da ciência de implementação. Trata-se de estudo qualitativo que utilizou a entrevista em profundidade como técnica de produção de dados. Foram entrevistados 15 trabalhadores (três agentes comunitários de saúde, um auxiliar de enfermagem, três enfermeiros, três gerentes, três médicos e dois técnicos de enfermagem) de unidades básicas de saúde no Município de São Bernardo do Campo, São Paulo, Brasil. O roteiro da entrevista baseou-se em três dimensões do Quadro Conceitual Consolidado para Pesquisa de Implementação (CFIR; Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research). Foi realizada análise de conteúdo temática. Na dimensão características da colaboração interprofissional, os entrevistados destacaram a complexidade, e sua possível influência, na implementação e sustentabilidade dessa prática. Na dimensão cenário interno, foram identificados fatores que influenciam a colaboração interprofissional: como se utiliza o tempo destinado a comunicação formal/reuniões de equipe; interações sociais entre os profissionais; e características da liderança, como feedback, autonomia e participação nas decisões. Na dimensão características dos indivíduos, os participantes destacaram a colaboração interprofissional direcionada para a qualidade do cuidado e a necessidade de integração entre os núcleos de saberes. Assim, ações para aperfeiçoar a qualidade da comunicação, a construção coletiva em equipe e o aprimoramento da liderança podem contribuir para melhorar a colaboração interprofissional na APS e potencializar seus impactos na atenção à saúde.
FROM LEFT TO RIGHT. PARA-AORTIC LYMPH NODES SAMPLING DURING PANCREATODUODENECTOMY FOR PANCREATIC CANCER
Authors: Stevenin Gabrielle , Guyard Clémence , Lupinacci Renato Micelli
Published: November 2023

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Para-aortic lymph nodes involvement in pancreatic head cancer has been described as an independent adverse prognostic factor. To avoid futile pancreatic resection, we systematically perform para-aortic lymphadenectomy as a first step. AIMS: To describe our technique for para-aortic lymphadenectomy. METHODS: A 77-year-old female patient, with jaundice and resectable pancreatic head adenocarcinoma, underwent pancreaticoduodenectomy associated with infracolic lymphadenectomy. RESULTS: The infracolic anterior technique has two main advantages. It is faster and prevents the formation of postoperative adhesions, which can make subsequent surgical interventions more difficult. CONCLUSIONS: We recommend systematic para-aortic lymphadenectomy as the first step of pancreaticoduodenectomy for pancreatic head adenocarcinoma by this approach.
IS CALF CIRCUMFERENCE ASSOCIATED WITH CLINICAL AND NUTRITIONAL OUTCOME IN OLDER PATIENTS?
Authors: MAZZINI Lucas Rosasco , AQUINO José Luis Braga de , CAMARGO José Gonzaga Teixeira de , LEANDRO-MERHI Vania Aparecida
Published: November 2023

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: Previous studies have shown a relationship between calf circumference (CC) and outcomes in hospitalized patients. AIMS: To investigate the relationship between CC and clinical and nutritional outcomes in older in-patients (OiP) in a surgery ward. METHODS: This was a cross-sectional study with 417 OiP in a surgery ward. Clinical variables, anthropometry, and nutritional screening instruments such as subjective global assessment (SGA), mini nutritional assessment (MNA), and nutritional risk screening (NRS) were used in the investigation. The tests Pearson’s chi-square, Mann-Whitney, Kruskal-Wallis, and Spearman’s coefficient, and multiple linear regression analyses were used to review the factors associated with CC. RESULTS: Lower CC values were found in the age group 80 years and over (p<0.0001), presence of complications (p=0.0269), NRS (p<0.0001), SGA (p<0.0001), and MNA (p<0.0001). Gender (p=0.0011; partial R2=0.01151), age (p=0.0002; partial R2=0.06032), body mass index (p≤0.0001; partial R2=0.40820), and arm circumference (p≤0.0001; partial R2=0.11890) are variables that together were associated with CC. There was also a relationship between SGA (p=0.0166; partial R2=0.00605) and absence of complications during hospitalization (p=0.0047; R2=0.01154) with CC. CONCLUSIONS: Gender, age, body mass index, and arm circumference were jointly associated with CC, in addition to SGA and absence of complications. The CC is a relevant indicator for OiP in the clinical practice.
The effectiveness of the use of selenium-containing top dressing in the cultivation of radish
Authors: Eliseeva O. V. , Borisov B. A. , Efimov O. E. , Osipova A. V. , Bagnavets N. L.
Published: November 2023

Abstract Vegetable crops of the Brassicaceae family have the ability to include the necessary trace element selenium (Se) in the composition of organic compounds such as selenoproteins, in addition, they have important properties for human health based on the content of selenium. In our work, we investigated the effect of non-root processing of vegetating radish plants on the quality of finished products. The research results showed that the selenium content in the product part of plants significantly increased with an increase in the concentration of this element in the working solution. The dry matter content also increased, while its greatest amount was observed at lower concentrations of Se in the working solution. The use of non-root treatment with a selenium-containing solution on vegetative plants led to a significant decrease in the content of ascorbic acid and nitrates, and the decrease in the amount of nitrates in radish root crops was inversely dependent on the concentration of selenium in the working solution.
Euglena gracilis as an adjuvant for the treatment of a dog with chronic kidney disease - case report
Authors: Borosky J.C. , Costa M.C.R. , Oliveira C.A.F. , Vetvicka V.
Published: November 2023

ABSTRACT A young dog diagnosed with chronic kidney disease, based on clinical changes and sonographic findings (IRIS, 2023), was supplemented with 15mg per kg of body weight per day of inactive dried Euglena gracilis (henceforth called IDEG) as an adjuvant to standard treatments used for the management of chronic kidney disease in dogs. The treatments were divided into two stages, with a total duration of 120 days. At the end of the treatments, the patient showed improvement in vitality, interaction, weight gain, reduction in azotemia, and a 44% decrease in serum C-reactive protein levels.
PK/PD integration for intramuscular dose determination of intramuscular sodium cloxacillin for infections caused by Staphylococcus spp in goat
Authors: Felix L.A. , Gonzaga L.W.F. , Soares B.C.F. , Suárez G. , Brandão H.M. , Faccioli-Martins P.Y. , Ferrante M.
Published: November 2023

ABSTRACT This study aims to determine therapeutic protocols of intramuscular sodium cloxacillin (IM) in goats with potential antibacterial effects against Staphylococcus spp. We constructed a pharmacokinetic (PK) model of IM, followed by a pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic integration (PK/PD). Simulations of different therapeutic protocols were then performed, with the doses ranging from 30 to100 mg/kg every 8, 12, or 24 hours. We calculated the probability to target attainment (PTA) of reach protocol's therapeutic according to the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) range of 0.06 to 4 μg/mL. The PK/PD index (PDT) used was "time above the MIC for 40% of the time" (T>MIC ≥40%). Protocols with single administration per day were incapable of achieving PTA ≥ 90% for any of the estimated MICs. However, by decreasing the administration interval, the PTA was increased. Thus, from the dose of 50 mg/kg every 12 hours, a PTA≥ 90% for MICs ≤ 0.5 μg/mL was achieved, while the 30 mg/kg dose every 8 hours was able to achieve a PTA≥ 90% for MICs of 2 μg/mL. The results suggest using 30 mg/kg dose every 8 hours in clinical studies of agents with MICs ≤ 2μg/mL; Nevertheless, the practitioner should adjust the dose in severe patients.
Correlation of malondialdehyde concentration with cardiac parameters of different stages of chronic mitral valve disease in dogs
Authors: Almeida W.K. , Yonezawa L.A. , Soares D.R. , Silva B. , Santos T.A. , Saito M.E.
Published: November 2023

ABSTRACT Malondialdehyde (MDA) is a biomarker of oxidative metabolism, released under situations such as the stretching of atrial myocytes, a fact related to the development of chronic mitral valve disease (MVD) in dogs. This study aimed to evaluate the serum concentration of MDA in dogs at different stages of MVD and correlate it with echocardiographic and radiographic parameters referring to cardiomegaly signs. Thirty-seven dogs were divided into four stages of the disease: GA (n=10), GB1 (n=10), GB2 (n=9), and GC (n=8), following the criteria of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM). Blood was collected by jugular puncture and then the serum was frozen for later measurement of MDA concentration by the spectrophotometry technique. No difference was found in MDA concentration between groups despite the presence of cardiac remodeling in dogs at advanced stages of MVD. Moreover, no significant relationship was observed between MDA values and the studied cardiovascular parameters. Serum MDA showed no variation throughout MVD development even with evidence of its release, with no possibility of demonstrating the relationship between its concentration and the cardiovascular alterations caused by the disease in dogs.
Pre-slaughter fasting times for broiler chickens
Authors: Schneider A.F. , Gewehr C.E.
Published: November 2023

ABSTRACT This study aimed to evaluate the effect of different pre-slaughter fasting times on live weight and meat quality of broiler chickens slaughtered at 35 and 42 days of age. Treatments consisted of four, eight, 12, and 16 hours of total fasting before slaughter. Eight birds of each sex were slaughtered at each time of fasting. Regression analysis indicated that the longer the fasting time, the greater the weight reduction in both males and females (35/42 days). However, analysis of variance highlighted no weight reduction (P>0.05) for four, eight, and 12 hours of fasting in males slaughtered at 35 and 42 days of age and in females at 35 days. However, females slaughtered at 42 days of age showed no differences (P>0.05) for four and eight hours of fasting. After 16 hours of fasting, both males and females slaughtered at 35 and 42 days of age showed higher weight reductions (P<0.05) than after the other fasting times. No live weight reductions (P>0.05) were observed for male and female birds of 35 and 42 days of age, respectively. Regarding meat quality, no changes (P>0.05) were found for CL and WHC in males and females at 35 and 42 days of age, respectively.
In vitro anti-eimeriosis and anthelmintic activities for Achillea fragrantissima
Authors: Al-Shaebi E.M. , Al-Quraishy S. , Maodaa S.N. , Alatawi A. , Alawwad S.A. , Aljawdah H.M.A. , Abdel-Gaber R.
Published: November 2023

ABSTRACT The effectiveness of many plants has been reported as anthelmintic and anticoccidial because they possess active compounds. Excessive use of drugs has led to the emergence of drug-resistant Eimeria species. This study was designed to evaluate anticoccidial and anthelmintic activity of Achillea fragrantissima flower extract (AFFE) and leaves extract (AFLE). Infrared spectroscopy showed nine phytochemical compounds. Chemical examination revealed AF rich in phenols, flavonoids, and tannins. Flower extract showed the highest percentage inhibition of DPPH radical at 500 µg/mL (82.2%) compared to leaves extract (74.5%). AFFE and AFLE (100 mg/ml) caused paralysis and earthworm death by 13.67±1.96 and 15.25±2.48 min and 4.19±0.05 and 4.70±0.28 min, respectively, compared to mebendazole. In histological study, a clear defect was found in surface architecture of treated groups of worms with extract. At 96 h, significant inhibition (100%) of process sporulation for E. papillata oocyst was observed when exposed to AFFE (300 and 200 mg/mL), while AFLE was 98.4 and 96%, respectively. Additionally, amprolium, DettolTM, phenol, and formalin 5% showed different levels of inhibition. Results revealed anticoccidial and anthelmintic activities of AFFE and AFLE, which encourages conducting many in vivo studies to find an effective and cheap treatment.
Observations of the coccidian infection, Eimeria labbeana-like, in experimentally infected domestic pigeons (Columba livia domestica) associated with pathological effects
Authors: Abdel-Gaber R. , Quraishy S. Al , Al-Hoshani N. , Al-Shaebi E.M. , Mohammed O.B. , Marey A. , Dkhil M.
Published: November 2023

ABSTRACT Genus Eimeria is a group of obligate Protista parasites within phylum Apicomplexa that causes a major threat to animal production. Little information is available about the coccidia of pigeons. This study was undertaken to study experimental infection in domesticated pigeons, its clinical signs, and pathological interpretation due to Eimeria species. Eimeria labbeana-like oocysts were used as a model parasite for experimental infection of pigeons. Twenty pigeons were brought and examined for 7 days to ensure they were coccidia-free. Five pigeons were separated into parasite passage. The remaining pigeons were divided into a control group of five pigeons, and ten pigeons were infected with 3×104 E. labbeana-like oocysts. Infected pigeons showed ruffled feathers, greenish watery diarrhea, weakness, blood-tinged droppings, etc. Pre-patent and patent durations were five and fourteen days of oral inoculation of Eimeria. Oocysts shedding began on the 5th-day p.i. and peaked on the 8th-day p.i. There is a significant loss in body weight due to infection. Histopathological examination showed damage to intestinal mucosa with various Eimeria developmental stages in the duodenal of the small intestine. This study is considered basic information on the first detection of biology of Eimeria species infecting pigeons in Saudi Arabia.
Nutritional parameters and clinical outcomes of patients admited with COVID-19 in a university hospital
Authors: Ribeiro Jéssica Francisca Soares , Arruda Ilma Kruze Grande de , Tomiya Marília Tokiko Oliveira , Branco Eduarda Silva de Castello , Solon Lilian Andrade , Dutra Tauane Alves
Published: November 2023

ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate the relationship between nutritional parameters and clinical factors and the outcome of patients diagnosed with COVID-19. Methods This is a prospective longitudinal study involving patients with COVID-19 infection admitted to a University Hospital in Pernambuco. The sample consisted of individuals aged ≥20 years who tested positive for COVID-19 infection. Nutritional risk was assessed using the recommended screening procedure for this group and the nutritional status using the Body Mass Index. Demographic and clinical variables were transcribed from the medical records. Result There was a predominance of adult inpatients between 20 and 59 years of age (95% CI: 64.6-76.0); nutritional risk was observed in 91.6% of patients and overweight in 58.9% of patients. Age ≥60 years (p=0.03), presence of malignancies and inadequate nutrition (p<0.001) were independent risk factors for in-hospital death. It was also observed that only arterial hypertension (OR 2.34, 95% CI 1.32-4.13, p=0.003) and overweight (OR 1.84, 95% CI 1.05-3.21, p=0.032) were considered independent risk factors for admission of the patients in the Intensive Care Unit. Conclusion Although overweight is a risk factor for admission in the Intensive Care Unit, it was not possible to observe it as a factor for mortality, requiring further studies to determine the mechanisms that interfere in the association between obesity and mortality in those patients.
Voto eletrônico remoto (i-voto) e a pandemia de COVID-19: uma proposta de política pública
Authors: Albala Adrián , Borges André , Rennó Lucio
Published: November 2023

RESUMO Introdução: Trazemos para o debate da Ciência Política brasileira uma discussão sobre a utilidade de formatos alternativos de votação para fazer frente a episódios conjugados de isolamento social e baixa da participação eleitoral. Quais são as vantagens, condições e desafios para a inclusão do formato de votação eletrônica remota (i-voto) no Brasil? Materiais e métodos: Após levantamento exaustivo da literatura sobre voto remoto e voto remoto eletrônico, fizemos um inventário das modalidades de adoção do i-voto e das características dos países e localidades que adotaram esse modelo analisando a relação do i-voto com os níveis de participação eleitoral. Em seguida, mediante uma análise PEST/SWOT, avaliamos a factibilidade da adoção desse sistema de votação no Brasil. A análise PEST investiga mudanças nas esferas Políticas (P), Econômicas (E), Sociais (S) e Tecnológicas (T) que ocorrem em determinado ambiente e que podem exigir mudanças ou inovações. A análise SWOT elenca as Forças (Strength), Fraquezas (Weaknesses), Oportunidades (Oportunities) e Ameaças (Threats) pré-existentes à implementação de uma determinada política pública. Resultados: A análise PEST/SWOT aponta resultados mistos sobre viabilidade e segurança do i-voto. A adoção de votação remota através da internet envolve vantagens e desvantagens. O Brasil é um país pronto tecnologicamente para dar esse salto. Os cidadãos brasileiros tendem a confiar nos mecanismos eletrônicos já existentes (máquinas eleitorais). No entanto, aspectos sociais e geracionais constituem os principais desafios para a implementação do i-voto. Discussão: O avanço no uso de mecanismos de governo eletrônico, a adoção de urnas eletrônicas e a ampliação de redes de internet com maior acesso por populações excluídas são fontes de esperança para os apoiadores da ideia do i-voto. Sugerimos que se adotem práticas de implantação piloto em certas localidades do Brasil como um primeiro passo para a ampliação gradual do uso desses mecanismos, tal como tem sido feito em outros países. A Estônia é um exemplo paradigmático.
Introdução à edição especial - Trabalho, migrações e mobilidade: um diálogo lusófono
Authors: OLTRAMARI ANDREA , LOPES CARLOS , FERNANDES DUVAL , RAIMUNDO INÊS , PEIXOTO JOÃO , TONELLI MARIA JOSÉ
Published: November 2023

Resumo A edição especial objetivou especialmente visibilizar estudos sobre a diáspora de povos lusófonos, dada a escassez de pesquisas sobre migrações que tratam de modo agregado países lusófonos, tanto na área da Demografia quanto em outras áreas, em especial a área para a qual essa edição especial foi pensada: a Administração. Compreendemos que as mobilidades contemporâneas assumem contornos cada vez mais complexos e desafiadores, o que amplia ainda mais a análise do fenômeno migratório. Assim, considerando o cenário contemporâneo, alguns pontos para reflexão nortearam essa chamada de trabalhos, quais sejam: a) os movimentos do projeto migracional em países de língua portuguesa; b) as estratégias para a inserção laboral dos sujeitos que migram para (ou de) países lusófonos; c) as migrações forçadas por guerras civis, ataques armados e/ou terroristas, e a consequente desestruturação das economias; d) as alterações climáticas e sua indução de migrações em busca de trabalho; e) as questões de gênero e suas intersecções com as questões migracionais nesses países.
Tendência de indicadores de morbimortalidade por doenças diarreicas agudas em menores de cinco anos no estado do Piauí (2000–2019)
Authors: Costa Rafael Everton Assunção Ribeiro da , Visgueira Ana Raquel Lopes , Sousa Ranieri Flávio Viana de , Monteiro Kerla Joeline Lima , Horta Marco Aurelio Pereira , Oliveira Beatriz Fátima Alves de
Published: November 2023

Resumo Objetivos: analisar a tendência de indicadores de morbimortalidade por doenças diarreicas agudas em menores de cinco anos no Piauí. Métodos: estudo ecológico com dados do Departamento de Informática do Sistema Único de Saúde. Calculou-se os indicadores taxa de internação e coeficiente de mortalidade pela doença entre 2000 e 2019. Realizou-se análise descritiva dos indicadores no período estudado e pelas macrorregiões do estado. Para análise da tendência, foi utilizado o modelo de regressão linear simples com log-transformação. As tendências foram classificadas como crescentes, decrescentes e estáveis, com nível de significância de 5%. Resultados: a média das taxas de internação foi maior na macrorregião semiárido (36,6/1000 menores de cinco anos) e menor em Teresina (14,9/1000 menores de cinco anos). A média dos coeficientes de mortalidade foi maior na macrorregião litoral (0,98/1000 nascidos vivos) e menor em Teresina (0,47/1000 nascidos vivos). Os indicadores mostraram tendência de redução em todos os locais analisados (p<0,05). Notou-se um ponto de inflexão a partir de 2009, com redução significativa das taxas de internação nas macrorregiões cerrados e semiárido. Conclusão: os indicadores de morbimortalidade por doenças diarreicas agudas em menores de cinco anos mostraram tendência de redução no Piauí entre 2000 e 2019, com diferenças das tendências entre as macrorregiões avaliadas.
Pronaf e desenvolvimento rural: uma análise para minas gerais nos anos de 2006 e 2017
Authors: Silveira Marina Porto Coelho , Montenegro Rosa Livia Gonçalves , Pereira Patrícia Alves Rosado
Published: November 2023

Resumo O objetivo principal do artigo foi investigar as possíveis condições e a influência do Programa Nacional de Fortalecimento da Agricultura Familiar (PRONAF) sobre o desenvolvimento rural de microrregiões de Minas Gerais, nos anos de 2006 e 2017. Para tanto, foi construído o índice de desenvolvimento rural (IDR), por intermédio da análise fatorial. Em seguida, o IDR foi utilizado para analisar as possíveis condições do desenvolvimento rural de acordo com o PRONAF, a partir da análise qualitativa comparativa (QCA). Os principais resultados obtidos indicam que, apesar da observância de melhorias nos estabelecimentos familiares, principalmente em termos econômicos e o avanço do IDR em algumas microrregiões, Minas Gerais não conseguiu impulsionar o seu desenvolvimento rural somente com o PRONAF. Embora a distribuição dos recursos do programa em regiões mais carentes tenha sido significativa em 2006, no ano de 2017 observou-se o direcionamento dos recursos para regiões de maior potencial e produção agrícola voltada para o mercado externo.
Sustainable practices index for road construction companies – a hierarchical framework
Authors: Grael Paulo Fernando Fuzer , Bezerra Barbara Stolte , Battistelle Rosane Aparecida Gomes
Published: November 2023

Abstract In the alignment of ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) growing importance for investments’ decisions this paper presents an index for evaluating sustainable practices of road construction companies. For assessing the sustainable practices, it was developed a hierarchical framework based on environmental, social, and economic dimensions. The practices’ themes and its respective practices were found in the literature, and were selected and validate by an expert’ panel. That resulted in 12 practices themes and the 37 most relevant practices to the road construction sector. For each practice it was established a set of indicators. For the sustainable practices index, the dimensions and practice’s themes weights were determined using the Simplified Process Hierarchical Analysis method, applied to a second experts’ panel. By linking the sustainable practices to measurable indicators, it was possible to attain an overall sustainable practices index for road construction companies. The SPC method used in this case study emphasized practices in the “social” and “environmental” dimensions, with weights of 0.459 and 0.344. The framework elaborated is practical and expeditious, which has a feasible approach to tackling main ESG issues, helping road construction companies and governments preparedness for the new demands of investors and stakeholders.
Saúde cardiovascular em estudantes de enfermagem e medicina
Authors: Alves Mateus Goulart , Nascimento Juliana da Silva Garcia , Rosário Rafaela , Komatsu André Vilela , Dalri Maria Célia Barcelos , Silva Jorge Luiz da
Published: November 2023

RESUMO Objetivo: Verificar a realização de medidas para a saúde cardiovascular entre estudantes de enfermagem e medicina e fatores de risco associados. Método: Estudo transversal, coleta de dados com 413 estudantes de forma online durante os meses de fevereiro e março de 2021, utilizando instrumentos específicos e validados. Kruskal-Wallis, qui-quadrado e regressão logística foram adotados como análise estatística. Resultados: 73,3% se autodeclaram saudáveis. Identificou-se maior risco para o desenvolvimento de doenças cardiovasculares em estudantes sedentários (OR = 38,6, p < 0,001), com adesão irregular à atividade física (OR = 16,2, p < 0,001) e com maior nível de estresse percebido (OR = 1,12, p < 0,001). Conclusão: Os estudantes que desenvolviam alguma ação para promoção da saúde cardiovascular apresentaram menor risco em comparação àqueles que não desenvolviam nenhuma ação, nessa situação, o estudante que não valoriza a própria saúde,pode interferir na atuação profissional após a formação.
Reflexões acerca de sequências verbais da língua Apyãwa
Authors: Mancin Gabriela Santiago
Published: November 2023

Resumo Investigam-se sequências verbais da língua Apyãwa que se apresentam sob a estrutura pessoa-V1-V2, sendo V1 qualquer verbo lexical, e pertencendo V2 a um seleto grupo de verbos que geralmente manifestam semântica de aspecto ou modalidade. Selecionaram-se os verbos mais produtivos: kwããw ‘saber, conhecer’; patãr ‘querer, desejar’; pãw ‘acabar, terminar’; e kãto ‘ser bonito, ser bom’. Devido à pandemia de Covid-19, não foi possível realizar trabalho de campo; por isso, os dados, em sua maioria, foram extraídos de Praça (2007). Analisou-se a estrutura em cada verbo eleito para este estudo, destacando-se suas principais características: ambos os verbos da sequência serem verbos plenos e as sequências formarem construções mono-oracionais. Tais características apresentadas ora aproximam a estrutura de construções verbais seriais, ora a distanciam delas. O mesmo acontece quando se intenta classificar V2 como um auxiliar. Assim, propõe-se outra análise em que, para os verbos transitivos – kwããw ‘saber, conhecer’ e patãr ‘querer, desejar’ –, ocorre a incorporação do objeto oracional relativo a V1 por V2, e que, no caso dos verbos intransitivos – pãw ‘acabar, terminar’ e kãto ‘ser bonito, ser bom’ –, estes tornam-se modificadores de V1.
Reproductive phenology of Passiflora cincinnata Mast. in the semi-arid region of Bahia State, Brazil, based on herbarium data and IDW interpolation
Authors: Dantas Luiz Victor de Almeida , Pereira Vitor Alberto de Matos , Menezes Isiara Silva , Miranda Lia d’Afonsêca Pedreira de , Funch Ligia Silveira
Published: November 2023

ABSTRACT We investigated intensity and seasonality of the reproductive phenology of Passiflora cincinnata Mast. and estimated its flowering and fruiting periods by interpolation using Inverse Distance Weighting, for the first time in phenology, based on herbarium collections from Bahia State, Northeastern Brazil. Data from 249 exsiccates with flowers and/or fruits were analyzed to estimate the amplitude of flowering and fruiting and test the seasonality using the circular statistics. Passiflora cincinnata flowering and fruiting was greatest from October to May. The maps generated by interpolation showed greatest probability of flowering and fruiting between March and May in sites with mean annual rainfall rates between 500 and 1000 mm. Our results indicated seasonality of flowering and fruiting, with reduced intensities during the austral winter. The interpolation methodology can be used in a complementary or preliminary way, either to organize field visits and set up experiments, or to extrapolate field results for larger-scale views.
A systematic study of diversity and distribution of green algal family Selenastraceae from Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India
Authors: Reddy Mallesh
Published: November 2023

ABSTRACT The family Selenastraceae belongs to the order Chlorococcales of Class Chlorophyceae. It contains elongated cells, which may be straight or variously warped. The present study was conducted in the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra State, India to find out the algal diversity in the major rivers Wardha, Painganga, and wain ganga. The paper reveals the diversity and distribution of twenty-four taxa of six genera of the family Selenastraceae in these major rivers of the Chandrapur district.
Personal Data of Adolescents in Higher Education: The LGPD and the Use of Digital Media for Teaching Activities and Remote Testing
Authors: Zappelini Thaís Duarte , Schippers Laurianne-Marie , Silva Alexandre Pacheco da
Published: November 2023

Abstract With the spread of the new Coronavirus, Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) needed to adapt to this reality. The implementation of Emergency Remote Teaching (ERT) in Brazil relied on the experiences of distance education (EaD). Also, there was a significant increase in the use of remote testing tools that rely on monitoring (e-proctoring). This context has generated several concerns regarding the protection of vulnerable data subjects. The main objective of this article is to assess the processing of adolescents’ personal data by HEIs in the context of teaching activities carried out by digital means and the use of remote testing that include the collection of sensitive data. For this purpose, we aim to analyze the protective regime for children and adolescents’ sensitive information in Brazil’s General Personal Data Protection Law (LGPD), the appropriate legal bases for their management, and the best practices to be adopted. As a result, we have concluded that specific consent is not the only legal basis applicable to processing data from minors. However, it represents an important possibility of data management by legal guardians and the protection of underage people. In any case, the principles of necessity and transparency must be part of this choice process.
Association between Chikungunya infection and depressive symptoms among healthcare workers
Authors: Helioterio Margarete Costa , Feijó Fernando Ribas , Werneck Guilherme Loureiro , Souza Fernanda de Oliveira , Pinho Paloma de Sousa , Araújo Tânia Maria de
Published: November 2023

Abstract Objective: to analyze the association between previous Chikungunya infection and depressive symptoms among healthcare workers. Methods: a cross-sectional study with a probabilistic sample of healthcare workers in primary and medium-complexity care settings in a municipality in the state of Bahia, Brazil. We used the rapid test DPP-ZDC-IgM/IgG to identify recent (IgM) or previous (IgG) Chikungunya virus infection, and the Patient Health Questionnaire-PHQ-9 to assess depressive symptoms. We applied regression with robust variance to estimate prevalence ratios and 95% confidence intervals. Results: 392 workers participated, 83.2% female. The frequency of Chikungunya virus infection was 8.9%. The prevalence of depressive symptoms was 22.7%. In the adjusted analysis, Chikungunya infection was positively associated with depressive symptoms (PR=2.00; 95%CI: 1.29; 3.07). Stratified analyses indicated a stronger association among males (PR=7.57; 95%CI: 1.15; 50.06) compared with females (PR=1.68; 95%CI: 1.03; 2.74). Discussion: the findings support the hypothesis of a positive association between Chikungunya and depressive symptoms. Physiopathological mechanisms resulting from viral action, as well as emotional, behavioral, and psychosocial factors associated with the disease, may explain the findings. We reiterate the importance of providing mental health care to healthcare workers.
O Direto dos animais às cidades
Authors: Paixão Rita Leal
Published: November 2023

Resumo O debate sobre o relacionamento humano-animal é crescente, desde a década de 70, incluindo especialmente uma abordagem sobre especismo e direitos dos animais. No entanto, é preciso considerar que a relação humano-animal nas sociedades é bastante diferenciada, de acordo com o tipo de sociedade e de acordo com o tipo de animal sobre o qual falamos e, para uma reflexão ética sobre essa relação, é relevante tomar como ponto de partida não apenas o estatuto moral dos animais, mas é necessário considerar os aspectos antropológicos, psicológicos e sociológicos subjacentes a ela. Observa-se que há uma grande lacuna de abordagem em relação a determinados animais, especificamente em relação àqueles que habitam, junto com os seres humanos, os centros urbanos, embora não sejam domesticados, isto é, aqueles que podem ser chamados “nossos vizinhos” nas cidades. Esses animais urbanos são próximos de nós nas cidades, muito negligenciados no debate moral e, muitas vezes, massacrados nas políticas e práticas, inclusive com práticas de extermínio impostas a eles. O objetivo deste artigo é apresentar os elementos que contribuem para a invisibilidade moral desse grupo de animais, assim como demonstrar que a mudança de tratamento destinado a esses animais não apenas representa a justa ampliação do escopo moral, mas também tem um valor estratégico, a partir da qual poderá ocorrer a devida mudança de perspectiva anunciada pela ética animal e ambiental. Afinal, precisamos considerar seriamente o impacto das nossas ações, tanto em relação à grande injustiça social que afeta humanos e não humanos, quanto em relação à destruição ambiental em curso e o grande sofrimento gerado.
"Só falta falar!" A irrelevância moral da linguagem e o argumento da sobreposição das espécies
Authors: Lourenço Daniel Braga
Published: November 2023

Resumo O presente trabalho procurará investigar a importância moral da linguagem como condição necessária para atribuição de status moral. O problema levantado diz respeito à análise da justificação e da consistência dessa demarcação. Para tanto, o principal ponto de apoio teórico consistirá na utilização do argumento da sobreposição das espécies, comumente designado por argumento dos "casos marginais". Mesmo que se pressuponha que animais não humanos não sejam competentes do ponto de vista linguístico, haveria uma inconsistência lógica em se admitir seres humanos incapazes de linguagem na comunidade moral ao mesmo tempo em que os animais não humanos são dela excluídos.
EDUCAÇÃO INFANTIL E AVALIAÇÃO: COMPROMISSO COM A QUALIDADE SOCIAL
Authors: Louzada Virgínia , Albuquerque Liliane , Amancio Cristiane
Published: November 2023

RESUMO Este ensaio apresenta a relação entre a avaliação na Educação Infantil e a avaliação formativa. Parte das orientações dos documentos oficiais produzidos pelo Ministério da Educação e das contribuições de pesquisadoras que defendem processos avaliativos mais democráticos, dialógicos e participativos. A diferença é considerada potente para a prática pedagógica, pois existem várias infâncias. O compromisso com os princípios da qualidade social amplia as relações pedagógicas para a formação humana, não restringindo as práticas avaliativas para a classificação.
UMA QUALIDADE PARA A ESCOLA PÚBLICA: ENTRE O SOCIALMENTE REFERENCIADO E A LÓGICA DA REGULAÇÃO POR RESULTADOS
Authors: Nardi Elton Luiz
Published: November 2023

RESUMO O artigo tem por objetivo analisar os contornos do debate sobre qualidade social da educação, ocorrido a partir dos anos de 1990, e marcas de alguma permeabilidade dessa qualidade social na política educacional do período, em contexto de emergência da regulação por resultados. Examina documentos nos quais a qualidade social é advogada e o potencial que possuem diante de tal regulação. Havida certa permeabilidade da qualidade social e também seu descarte por políticas embebidas da ideologia neodireitista, ressalta que a escola pública com qualidade social diz respeito à construção de uma nova hegemonia.
Docentes homossexuais: história de vida de professores de Educação Física no Norte da Bahia
Authors: Silva Cleuton dos Santos , Anjos Luiza Aguiar dos , Macedo Christiane Garcia
Published: November 2023

RESUMO Este estudo teve como objetivo analisar as vivências de professores gays que lecionam a disciplina de Educação Física no Norte da Bahia. Baseamo-nos no campo dos Estudos de Gênero, Sexualidade e Masculinidade. Foram analisadas oito entrevistas de História Oral com professores autodeclarados homossexuais, com base na análise do discurso foucaultiano. Os relatos abordaram seus processos de construções como sujeitos, principalmente a partir das suas orientações sexuais, especialmente seu empoderamento no âmbito profissional. Verificamos que as experiências adquiridas ao longo dos seus processos de formação pessoal foram marcadas pela marginalização, enraizadas em nossa sociedade heteronormativa. Contudo, sua atuação aponta para uma maior inclusão e resistência.
O tênis de campo como conteúdo de ensino: a percepção de professores de Educação Física
Authors: Souza Arthur Augusto de , Backes Ana Flávia , Silva Jaqueline da , Salles William das Neves , Breschiliare Fabiane Castilho Teixeira
Published: November 2023

RESUMO Investigou-se a percepção de professores de Educação Física da Rede Municipal de Ensino de Florianópolis (RMEF) acerca da inserção do tênis de campo como conteúdo de ensino. Por meio de uma abordagem quanti-qualitativa e descritiva, elaborou-se o Instrumento de Percepção do Ensino do Tênis de Campo (IPET), respondido por 23 professores. Os resultados revelaram que as estratégias e as possibilidades de inserção do conteúdo sobre o tênis de campo referem-se à formação inicial, às experiências e aos conhecimentos específicos dos professores. Verificou-se um baixo quantitativo de docentes que ensinam a modalidade, relacionado ao pouco conhecimento e aos recursos materiais disponíveis.
A Educação Física pós-crítica e suas teleologias: entre a valorização da diferença e o sujeito solidário
Authors: Bonetto Pedro Xavier Russo , Neira Marcos Garcia
Published: November 2023

RESUMO O artigo recorreu à hermenêutica filosófica como método analítico para produzir um mapa das teleologias educativas da chamada Educação Física pós-crítica. Os resultados demonstram uma movimentação das proposições teleológicas inicialmente afeitas à noção de emancipação e participação social para vinculação com o reconhecimento e valorização da diferença, culminando nas relações de solidariedade e o estabelecimento de alianças em prol do bem comum. A constatação fez buscar o apoio nas filosofias da diferença para problematizar a noção de subjetividade solidária anunciada pela teoria curricular cultural da Educação Física, conferindo-lhe o necessário, porém provisório, estofo epistemológico.