bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Concordância entre informações registradas no cartão pré-natal e no estudo MINA-Brasil
Authors: Damasceno Ana Alice de Araújo , Mosquera Paola Soledad , Malta Maíra Barreto , Matijasevich Alicia , Cardoso Marly Augusto
Published: April 2022

Resumo O objetivo deste artigo é analisar a concordância entre dados de peso pré-gestacional, peso na gravidez, altura e pressão arterial sistólica (PAS) e diastólica (PAD) registradas tanto na caderneta da gestante quanto nas informações obtidas no estudo longitudinal MINA-Brasil. Foram selecionadas as gestantes participantes do estudo MINA-Brasil que apresentavam cartão do pré-natal no momento do parto. A análise de concordância dos dados utilizou o coeficiente de correlação de concordância de Lin e análise de Bland-Altman. Foram incluídas 428 gestantes. Houve concordância moderada entre as informações para o peso pré-gestacional autorreferido (0,935) e altura (0,913), e concordância substancial para o peso da gestante no segundo (0,993) e terceiro (0,988) trimestres de gestação. Verificou-se baixa concordância da PAS e PAD no segundo (PAS=0,447; PAD=0,409) e terceiro (PAS=0,436; PAD=0,332) trimestres gestacionais. As medidas antropométricas apresentaram boa concordância. Houve baixa concordância entre as medidas de pressão arterial, que podem estar relacionadas tanto à variabilidade como também à padronização dessas medidas, sugerindo-se necessidade de capacitação e treinamento contínuo das equipes de pré-natal na atenção primária à saúde.
Spatial distribution of sedentary behavior and unhealthy eating habits in Belo Horizonte, Brazil: the role of the neighborhood environment
Authors: Gomes Crizian Saar , Mendes Larissa Loures , Vieira Maria Alice , Costa Marcelo Azevedo , Melendez Gustavo Velasquez
Published: April 2022

Abstract The study aimed to analyze the spatial distribution of sedentary behavior and unhealthy eating habits, and to assess its relationship with the neighborhood environment. Cross-sectional study with data of Surveillance System of Risk and Protective Factors for Chronic Diseases, carried out in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais. Watching television for four hours or more per day was identified as sedentary behavior. Unhealthy eating habits were defined based on regular consumption of sodas, excess fat meat, and red meat, and irregular consumption of fruits and vegetables. Georeferenced data of places for physical activity, food establishments, population and residential density, homicide rate, mean total income, and social vulnerability index were entered into the Vigitel database. The coverage area by basic health units was used as the geographical unit of neighborhood. SaTScan was used to analyze the spatial distribution. Spatial analysis identified a significant cluster of high prevalence of sedentary behavior and unhealthy eating habits, after adjusting for sociodemographic characteristics. The comparison of environmental characteristics inside and outside clusters showed significant differences in the physical and social environment. Physical and social environment might be related to clusters of high prevalence of sedentary behavior and unhealthy eating habits.
Desafios do Ensino da Avaliação Psicológica no Brasil: Adaptando Ações
Authors: Lima Thatiana Helena de , Cardoso Hugo Ferrari , Schelini Patrícia Waltz , Zanini Daniela Sacramento
Published: April 2022

Resumo A pandemia da Covid-19 exigiu muitas mudanças em diversas áreas da Psicologia, como, por exemplo, a Avaliação Psicológica. Formas de ensino na modalidade presencial não se mostraram eficientes na modalidade remota e foi preciso uma adaptação cuidadosa que não fragilizasse o ensino e cuidasse das técnicas utilizadas, como os testes psicológicos. Assim, o objetivo do presente estudo é discutir a formação em Avaliação Psicológica, contudo, dessa vez, a luz do desafio decorrente da vivência da pandemia de Covid-19. Pretende-se, dessa maneira, oferecer subsídios para um ensino de qualidade para o momento vivido atualmente.
Técnicas Gráficas na Predição do Rendimento Escolar Infantil
Authors: Otoni Fernanda , Pacheco Janaína Thaís Barbosa
Published: April 2022

Resumo Este estudo verificou o valor preditivo das tarefas do teste Figuras Complexas de Rey (tipo de cópia e tipo de memória) e do Desenho da Figura Humana (inteligência não verbal) para avaliar o rendimento escolar em crianças do Ensino Fundamental I. Realizou-se um estudo com delineamento transversal em que participaram 344 alunos, com idades entre os seis e 10 anos (M = 7,99; DP = 1,47). Aplicou-se coletivamente, em sala de aula, as Figuras Complexas de Rey e o Desenho da Figura Humana. Os resultados evidenciaram correlações significativas positivas entre a percepção visual, a memória imediata e a inteligência não verbal com as notas de português e matemática. O modelo de path analysis indicou que a inteligência não verbal foi capaz de predizer o rendimento escolar das disciplinas de língua portuguesa e matemática, enquanto as habilidades de planejamento e percepção visual foram significativas para predizer o rendimento em matemática.
Learning Strategies Assessment Scale for High School (EAVAP-EM)
Authors: Inácio Amanda Lays Monteiro , Boruchovitch Evely , Bzuneck José Aloyseo
Published: April 2022

Abstract This study aimed to estimate validity evidence based on the internal structure and accuracy of the adapted version of the Learning Strategies Assessment Scale for High School (EAVAP-EM), using Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA). Participants were 701 first- to third-year high school students (M = 16.1; SD = 1.0), from public and private institutions in the states of Paraná and São Paulo. The CFA indicated the presence of the three factors of the EAVAP-EM, with adequate internal consistency. The instrument also showed good fit indices. There were positive and significant correlations between the factors, with magnitude ranging from medium to large. Moreover, students reported making more use of metacognitive strategies. The results evinced significant advances regarding measures with good psychometric parameters to assess learning strategies, considering their relevance to the psychoeducational context.
O perfil dos bolsistas de produtividade em pesquisa do CNPq em Sociologia
Authors: Oliveira Amurabi , Melo Marina Félix , Pequeno Mayres , Rodrigues Quemuel Baruque
Published: April 2022

Resumo O artigo objetiva apresentar e analisar o campo acadêmico dos bolsistas de produtividade do CNPq (PQs) em Sociologia no Brasil. Trazemos uma revisão de literatura e um estudo quantitativo descritivo sobre os bolsistas no país a partir de um marco teórico que considera as implicações do conceito de campo acadêmico e científico de Pierre Bourdieu. O estudo responde sobre o processo de formação de um bolsista PQ no Brasil; analisa o perfil dos bolsistas PQ em sociologia e discute sobre o caso dos bolsistas de produtividade nível 1A do CNPq na sociologia, estrato mais elevado das bolsas de produtividade.
O populismo como modelo de “democracia polarizada”: a teoria do populismo de Pierre Rosanvallon à luz do debate contemporâneo
Authors: Cunha Diogo , Cassimiro Paulo Henrique Paschoeto
Published: April 2022

Resumo O objetivo deste artigo é examinar a contribuição de Pierre Rosanvallon para a compreensão do populismo. Para tanto, adotamos duas abordagens: a primeira, internalista, consiste numa análise rigorosa da obra Le Siècle du populisme (2020), assim como na articulação desta com sua teoria das mutações da democracia contemporânea (2006-2015); a segunda consiste no cotejamento de Le Siècle du populisme com obras de outros autores sobre o tema. O artigo está dividido em três segmentos. No primeiro, analisamos Le Siècle du populisme focando os dois aspectos que consideramos mais originais: a tipologia das “democracias-limite” e suas formas de degradação, e sua crítica ao populismo. No segundo, articulamos essa obra à sua teoria das mutações da democracia contemporânea. No terceiro, inserimos a obra de Rosanvallon no interior da bibliografia sobre o tema do populismo, explorando como o autor pensa o populismo em interação com a democracia e comparando-o com três das principais leituras contemporâneas sobre o tema: a de Nadia Urbinati, no campo da teoria democrática, e a de Ernesto Laclau e Chantal Mouffe, dois dos principais teóricos do “populismo de esquerda”, objeto da crítica de Rosanvallon. Concluímos que o que diferencia sua contribuição para a pesquisa sobre o populismo é o alcance de sua teoria, capaz de incorporar tensões e complexidades ao estudo da democracia, e que oferece uma saída para as ambiguidades teóricas das análises precedentes sobre o populismo.
Populism as a model of “polarized democracy”: Pierre Rosanvallon’s theory of populism in contemporary debate
Authors: Cunha Diogo , Cassimiro Paulo Henrique Paschoeto
Published: April 2022

Abstract This paper examines Pierre Rosanvallon’s contribution to understanding populism by adopting two approaches: the first one is the internalist approach, comprising an analysis of his book Le Siècle du populisme (2020) and its comparison with his theory of changes in contemporary democracy (2006-2015). The second approach consists of comparing Le Siècle du populisme with the works of other authors on the subject. The paper is divided into three parts. First, we analyze Le Siècle du populisme, focusing on the two aspects that we consider the most original: the typology of “limit forms of democracy” and its ways of degradation and his critique of populism. In the second part, we contrast this work with his theory of changes in contemporary democracy. In the third part, we contextualize Rosanvallon’s work within the literature on populism, exploring the author’s idea of populism vis-à-vis democracy. We also compare his interpretation with three of the main contemporary works on the subject: that of Nadia Urbinati involving theory of democracy, and that of Ernesto Laclau and Chantal Mouffe, leading theorists of “leftist populism”, targets of Rosanvallon’s criticism. Then, we argue that what distinguishes his contribution to populism research is the scope of his theory, able to encompass tensions and complexities in the study of democracy and that offers a way out of the theoretical ambiguities of previous studies on populism.
Phytochemical screening, antimicrobial activity, in vitro and in vivo antioxidant activity of Berberis lycium Royle root bark extract
Authors: Mughal T. A. , Ali S. , Hassan A. , Kazmi S. A. R. , Saleem M. Z. , Shakir H. A. , Nazer S. , Farooq M. A. , Awan M. Z. , Khan M. A. , Andleeb S. , Mumtaz S. , Mumtaz S. , Tahir H. M. , Gulzar N.
Published: April 2022

Abstract Antioxidants are materials that scavenge or remove free radicals from living systems. The oxidation process ends in the production of free radicals. These free radicals are the chief birthplace of cancerous cells. Antioxidizing agents remove free radical intermediates by terminating oxidation processes by being oxidized themselves. On the other hand, infectious diseases affect the world on a large scale. To fight these diseases several synthetic compounds have been used. Plant based medications play important role in this regard. So, the current research aimed to investigate the antibacterial and antioxidant effect of Berberis lycium Royle root bark (BLR) extract. Berberis lycium Royle was used for phytochemical analysis and also as antimicrobial and antioxidant agents. The antimicrobial activity was evaluated by the agar well diffusion method. Current study revealed that BLR was rich in phytochemicals and toxic against tested pathogenic bacteria. BLR showed the highest activity against S. pyogenes (13.3±0.8 mm). The lowest antibacterial activity was reported against E. coli (0±0 mm). In case of minimum inhibitory concentration, it was observed that BLR with 10 μg/mL concentration showed the highest activity while 2.5 μg/mL of BLR showed the least inhibitory activity. The highest In vitro antioxidant activity was recorded as 65% at 100 µg/mL. In case of in vivo antioxidant activity level of CAT, GSH and SOD were decreased while that of MDA was enhanced in groups treated with CCl4 as compared to the control group. BLR extract treatment reversed all these changes significantly. Current results indicate that BLR is effective against bacterial pathogens and also has antioxidant potential.
The left gastro-omental vessels are able to maintain the entire spleen blood supply
Authors: Petroianu Andy
Published: April 2022

Abstract The spleen is supplied by blood flow through the splenic artery and vein. The purpose of this communication is to report an ectopic spleen supplied only by reverse flow through the left gastro-omental vessels. A 14-year-old boy presented with pelvic splenomegaly supplied only by the left gastro-omental artery and veins connected to the inferior polar vessels, which were the only vessels communicating with the spleen. After detorsion of the spleen and splenopexy, the spleen returned to normal dimensions. The patient had uneventful follow-up. In conclusion, the left gastroepiploic vessels are able to maintain the entire spleen blood supply.
Standardized ileal amino acid digestibility of plant-based feedstuffs and phytase supplementation in broiler chicken diets
Authors: Barros V.R.S.M. , Albino L.F.T. , Dalólio F.S. , Brumano G. , Tavernari F.C. , Calderano A.A. , Rostagno H.S.
Published: April 2022

ABSTRACT The objective was to determine the standardized ileal amino acid digestibility (SIAAD) in soybean meal (SBM), corn + SBM, wheat + SBM and a protein free diet (PFD) associated with phytase. A total of 672 Cobb 500 (493±10g) male chicks were distributed in a completely randomized design with twelve treatments (PFD, PFD + SBM, PFD + corn + SBM and PFD + wheat + SBM, supplemented with 0, 500 and 1000 FTU), eight replicates and seven birds per cage from 14 to 23 days. Phytase supplementation at 500 FTU increased the SIAAD of methionine in SBM (P<0.05) and threonine in corn + SBM (P<0.05). There was no significant effect (P>0.05) for the SIAAD of methionine, arginine and histidine in wheat + SBM as the phytase supplementation. However, the SIAAD of lysine, threonine, isoleucine, phenylalanine, valine, cystine, alanine, aspartic acid, glutamic acid, glycine, serine and tyrosine differed (P<0.05). In general, the SIAAD for SBM, corn + SBM and wheat + SBM are 90.32, 88.65 and 83.97% (0 FTU); 91.31, 88.81 and 88.36% (500 FTU); and 91.36, 87.09 and 87.87% (1000 FTU). In conclusion, the efficacy of phytase for improve the SIAAD vary according to the feedstuff and level of supplementation.
Bioaccumulation and depuration of Escherichia coli in the tropical clam Anomalocardia brasiliana at different salinities
Authors: Lagreze F.J.S. , Sühnel S. , Ramos R.J. , Miotto M. , Albuquerque M.C.P. , Vieira C.R.W. , Melo C.M.R. de
Published: April 2022

ABSTRACT Anomalocardia brasiliana is an intertidal filter-feeding clam that can accumulate enterobacteria, such as Escherichia coli, and consequently affect human health. Shellfish depuration is a procedure which reduces microbiological contaminants; however, salinity and depuration time can vary across species to adequately reduce bacteria load. To analyze the effect of salinity on the bioaccumulation and depuration of E. coli by A. brasiliana, this study evaluated salinity and depuration time in animals artificially contaminated with E. coli. Each experimental group of clams were acclimated for 6 hours in a recirculating aquaculture system (RAS) and then exposed to E. coli for 18 hours. Following exposure, clams were then held at one of four salinities (35, 30, 25 e 20) for a period of one of four depuration times (0, 12, 24, 36 and 48h). The highest bioaccumulation of E. coli in A. brasiliana was observed in clams held at salinities of 35, 30 and 25. The greatest reduction of E. coli in A. brasiliana was observed in clams held at 25 for 48 hours. A salinity of 20 showed low bioaccumulation and depuration of E. coli. The results of this study will contribute to developing a protocol for depurating A. brasiliana to mitigate human health concerns.
Effects of antibiotic growth promoters and concentrate on intake, digestibility, degradability, and ruminal variables in beef steers
Authors: Cortada Neto I.M. , Vedovatto M. , D'Oliveira M.C. , Bento A.L.L. , Gaspar A.O. , Franco G.L.
Published: April 2022

ABSTRACT The objective of this study was to evaluate the addition of antibiotic growth promoters to concentrate on intake, digestibility, in situ degradability and ruminal variables in steers. Four steers in a Latin square design were fed hay (ad libitum), concentrate [10g kg-1 of body weight (BW)] and mineral mix (0.272g kg-1 of BW). The additives (0.75mg kg-1 of BW) were incorporated in the mineral mix as follows: Control (no antibiotics), lasalocid (LASA), salinomycin (SALI) or virginiamycin (VIRG). Antibiotic did not affect intake, pH, volatile fatty acids (VFA) and digestibility of dry matter (DM), organic matter, crude protein, ethereal extract, and non-fibrous carbohydrates. The LASA and SALI tended (P=0.09) to reduce the digestibility of neutral detergent fiber (NDF). The SALI and VIRG tended (P=0.09) to reduce the DM disappearance, and VIRG tended (P=0.06) to reduce the NDF disappearance in the rumen. The SALI and VIRG reduced the effective degradation and only SALI reduced the concentration of N-NH3 in the rumen. Thus, the antibiotics did not affect intake, pH, VFA and digestibility, but decreased the degradation of fiber and only SALI reduced the concentration of ammonia nitrogen (N-NH3) in the rumen.
Complaint management: The impact of post-complaint satisfaction on organizational behavior
Authors: Preuss Márcio , Santini Fernando O. , Marconatto Diego A. B.
Published: April 2022

Abstract Purpose: The objective of this research was to investigate satisfaction with the management of complaints through perceptions of organizational justice and its subsequent impact on organizational commitment, involvement, and engagement at work of internal customers in the shared services centers (SSC). Originality/value: We used the model developed and tested by Tax et al. (1998), which in this study was adapted to the organizational context of the SSC. This approach is unprecedented and aims to reduce the defragmentation of academic literature in SSC (Richter & Brül, 2017), which is at an early stage of development (Knol et al., 2014). Design/methodology/approach: This is a quantitative-descriptive cross-sectional study, whose data were collected from internal clients of SSC (employees of the branches) through a survey, resulting in 172 valid answers that were analyzed through structural equation modeling (SEM). Findings: The results obtained indicate that perceptions of distributive and procedural justice affect the satisfaction of internal clients with the management of complaints. Organizational commitment, involvement and engagement are directly influenced by satisfaction with the management of complaints.
Inter-organizational relationships and innovation: A case study on the financial services industry
Authors: Sartori Priscila P. , Facco Ana L. R. , Garrido Ivan L.
Published: April 2022

Abstract Purpose: The purpose of this study is to understand how inter-organizational relationships can contribute to innovation in service firms, by identifying practices used in a given alliance or dyad. Originality/value: Literature development on inter-organizational relationships and innovation confirms that this debate has become relevant in management studies. However, given the variety of drivers in this process, we identified the need for an in-depth understanding of the role of inter-organizational relations in innovation, a gap that this study sought to fill. Much of the knowledge on innovation management stems from the understanding of manufacturing industries, requiring a greater understanding of the management process, strategy and practices in the service industry. Based on this, this study offers theoretical and managerial contributions. Design/methodology/approach: We carried out a single case study, through an exploratory qualitative approach, with a focus on a strategic alliance between a startup and a traditional bank in the Brazilian financial industry. Findings: Motivations for engaging in an alliance, selection of partners, practices adopted for sharing complementary resources, including knowledge, collaboration and learning were identified in the case under analysis as factors that favored both the creation of an environment of innovation and the innovation results for both companies.
AVALIAÇÃO DE ESTRATÉGIAS EM MARKETING DE SERVIÇOS: UM ENFOQUE MULTICRITÉRIO
Authors: MACHADO EDUARDO PITOMBO , GOMES LUIZ FLAVIO AUTRAN MONTEIRO , CHAUVEL MARIE AGNES
Published: April 2022

RESUMO Este artigo apresenta um modelo de apoio à decisão voltado à análise de estratégias de marketing de serviços. O método analítico embutido no modelo de decisão foi o AHP - Analytic Hierarchy Process, em função de sua capacidade de facilitar a estruturação de um complexo problema decisorio, bem como de sua flexibilidade nas aplicações. O uso desse método foi operacionalizado por meio do software Expert Choice, que viabilizou o desenvolvimento do modelo e estimulou a participação de vários agentes de decisão no processo de modelagem e análise, sendo aplicado a estudo de caso da Xerox do Brasil. Encerra-se o artigo com conclusões práticas e recomendações para aplicações futuras similares.
Sustainability in practice: a study on the municipal public management of Teresina
Authors: Rodrigues Stênio Lima , Carvalho Francisco Antônio Gonçalves de , Oliveira Egberto Batista de , Guimarães Jairo de Carvalho
Published: April 2022

Abstract As a result of population growth in large cities, increase in consumption, and, consequently, in production, the bodies responsible for planning, evaluation, and execution of public policies need to implement strategies aimed at environmental preservation and the construction of sustainable cities. The objective of this study is to analyze sustainability actions in the city of Teresina, Piauí. To this end, descriptive-exploratory research was conducted using the Case Study method and qualitative approach. The last Pluriannual Plan prepared for the period from 2014 to 2017 and its reports on the execution of activities in the period were used. The results found allowed the categorization of the actions from a sustainable perspective, also covering the social, economic, and environmental dimensions. The study concluded that there was a prevalence in the actions of the economic sphere, both in the quantity of actions carried out and in resources employed. Therefore, there is a need for greater investments in the environmental and social areas, in order to promote a well-balanced sustainable development.
FREEDOM IN SPINOZA AS AN ONTO-EPISTEMOLOGICAL BASIS IN THE CONFRONTATION OF ETHICAL-POLITICAL SUFFERING
Authors: Strappazzon André Luis , Sawaia Bader , Maheirie Kátia
Published: April 2022

Abstract The aim of this article is to focus, based on Spinoza’s philosophy, on the concept of "ethical-political suffering", necessarily articulating it to the concepts of “good encounters” developed by Gilles Deleuze and Spinoza’s “power of acting”. For that, we weave a reflection on the concept of freedom for this author, going through his masterpiece, Ethics, articulated with some of his readers and interlocutors. We argue that recognizing the ontological and epistemological basis of these concepts allows us to demarcate an ethical and political direction that can contribute with Critical Social Psychology in Brazil. The idea of freedom as an ontology claims life expansion as a human foundation or as a desire that moves us in search of encounters that increase our possibilities of singular and collective existence. The restriction of this desire is at the genesis of the ethical-political suffering.
Características físico-químicas e compostos bioativos de acessos de batata-doce na região centro-sul do Paraná
Authors: Neunfeld Tania Helena , Resende Juliano Tadeu Vilela de , Schwarz Kélin , Guerra Edson Perez , Lima Vanderlei Aparecido de , Valentim Andrielli Letícia
Published: April 2022

Resumo O alto valor nutricional e o baixo custo de comercialização têm impulsionado o consumo de raízes de batata-doce. Adicionalmente, a grande variabilidade genética levanta questionamentos sobre a qualidade pós-colheita dos acessos cultivados. Assim, o presente estudo objetiva caracterizar e avaliar as características físico-químicas e os compostos bioativos de raízes de batata-doce. Os tratamentos consistiram na avaliação de 11 acessos (UGA 34, UGA 37, UGA 49, UGA 73, UGA 76, UGA 81, UGA 110, UGA 125, UGA 126, UGA 127 e Parcela 49). Os atributos físico-químicos de firmeza (FI) e massa seca (MS) foram avaliados em delineamento experimental em blocos casualizados. Avaliaram-se ainda pH, teor de sólidos solúveis (SS), acidez titulável (AT), relação entre sólidos solúveis e acidez titulável (SS/AT), e parâmetros colorimétricos L*, saturação de cor croma e tonalidade da cor pelo ângulo Hue obtidos da casca (externa) e da polpa (interna) das raízes. Avaliou-se também a concentração de compostos bioativos: carotenoides totais (CAR), compostos fenólicos (FEN) e teor de ácido ascórbico (AA), além da capacidade antioxidante hidrofílica e lipofílica (CAH e CAL) de amostras de batata-doce congelada. As análises foram realizadas em triplicata sob delineamento inteiramente casualizado. Os resultados indicaram grande variabilidade entre os acessos estudados, com maior rendimento de raízes de UGA 125 e UGA 127. Os acessos UGA 126 e UGA 34 sobressaíram-se quanto aos teores de sólidos solúveis, à capacidade antioxidante hidrofílica e lipofílica, à firmeza e à matéria seca; seus parâmetros colorimétricos também se destacaram dos demais acessos. Os acessos UGA 73 e UGA 81 apresentaram maiores teores de compostos fenólicos. Dessa forma, identificou-se o potencial produtivo dos acessos estudados que nos permite indicar os acessos mais promissores ao cultivo e ao consumo.
NO RASTRO DOS TRAFICANTES RETORNADOS E FORAGIDOS PARA PORTUGAL: A “INTELLIGENCIA SAQUAREMA” NO COMBATE AO TRÁFICO ATLÂNTICO DE ESCRAVOS DEPOIS DE 1850
Authors: Guizelin Gilberto da Silva
Published: April 2022

Resumo Com a aprovação da Lei nº 581 de 4 de setembro de 1850, amplamente conhecida por Lei Eusébio de Queirós, o Governo Imperial passou a adotar diferentes meios no intuito de reprimir a ação dos traficantes de escravos no território nacional. Tema este que já há algum tempo vem sendo tratado com sucesso pela historiografia especializada nos anos finais do tráfico de africanos para o Brasil. Tomando um caminho um pouco diferente, este artigo se volta para os meios empregados pelo Governo Imperial no exterior para aquele mesmo fim. Nesse sentido, sua atenção recai sobre o serviço de inteligência desenvolvido pelos agentes consulares do Brasil em Portugal na década de 1850, no intuito de acompanhar e relatar às autoridades brasileiras os rastros dos traficantes de escravos retornados e foragidos para Portugal após o endurecimento das medidas anti-tráfico no Império.
Nonparametric indexes in selecting advanced potato clones
Authors: Carvalho Agnaldo DF de , Silva Giovani Olegário da , Pereira Arione da S , Azevedo Fernanda Q , Ragassi Carlos Francisco
Published: April 2022

ABSTRACT This study aimed to test nonparametric selection indexes for selection of advanced potato clones and identification of those that are likely to become cultivars. The experiments were carried out in 2016 and 2017 crop seasons, from May to August, in the experimental field of Embrapa Vegetables. Seventeen advanced potato clones and two check cultivars (Agata and Asterix) were evaluated. A randomized complete block design with four replications was used. Experimental plots consisted of a 3 m row, with 10 tubers spaced 30 cm apart within and 80 cm between rows. At 115 days after planting, tubers of each plot were harvested, classified, counted and weighed. Analysis of variance was performed and the following nonparametric selection indexes were applied: weight-free index, sum of ranks index and distance of the genotype-ideotype index. The three selection indexes coincided with the choice of the best genotypes, with the first two being superior, because the weight-free index was more restrictive than the other indexes. Among the selected clones, F97-07-08 and F183-08-01 stood out for being coincident in the three indexes. In addition to these, clones F158-08-01 and F18-09-03 were also selected by the indexes of the genotype-ideotype and sum of ranks.
Humic substances: effects on potato growth and yield
Authors: Lazzarini Ricardo , Müller Marcelo ML , Lazzarini Paulo Ricardo C , Tamanini Junior Cleto , Matos Cinthia K de , Kawakami Jackson
Published: April 2022

ABSTRACT The results from humic substances (HS) application in varied crops and conditions are controversial, and the experiments with the potato crop in Brazil are scarce. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of HS doses on the growth and yield of two potato cultivars. Four doses of HS were tested: 0, 5.05, 10.10, and 15.15 L ha-1, applied in the planting furrows of cvs. Agata and BRS F63 Camila, in Guarapuava-PR, in the 2015 and 2016 crop seasons, between October and February. The experiment was carried out using a randomized complete block design, in a factorial scheme (crop season x dose x cultivar), with four replications. Plant samplings were performed at tuber initiation, flowering, tuber bulking, and plant maturation growth stages. After shoot senescence, the total and commercial tuber yields were evaluated. Cultivars responded similarly to HS application, with no significant interaction between HS and cultivars, for most assessed variables. At tuber initiation, there was a negative linear effect of HS doses on leaf area index, number of formed tubers, and tuber and total plant dry weight. In the other evaluations, the effect of HS application was not observed regarding the assessed variables. Likewise, no effects were detected on the number and fresh weight of tubers in total and commercial yields. We concluded that HS application affected both cultivars similarly, hampering initial plant growth and not increasing potato yield.
Agronomic variability among hybrids of tomato plant with emphasis on the multivariate analysis
Authors: Azevedo Sebastião Márcio , Souza Douglas C de , Ossani Paulo Cesar , Silva Synara , Souza Carlos Henrique de , Oliveira Andressa S de , Silva Sylmara , Andrade Junior Valter C de
Published: April 2022

ABSTRACT The tomato is one of the most economically, socially and nutritionally important vegetables, presenting high added value. The culture allows high profit for the producers, but it is a high risk activity due to, specially, the sensibility of some varieties to climate conditions as well as multiple plagues and diseases that attack the culture. Therefore, the search for new hybrids with more tolerance to biotic and abiotic factors is extremely important to attend to the demand of the culture’s productive chain. The objective of this work was to demonstrate the importance of multivariate and univariate techniques in evaluating the level of similarity among hybrids of the tomato plant of the salad group with the purpose of diagnosing possible groups in relation to the variables analyzed. A total of 23 hybrids of tomato from the salad group were evaluated; of those, 9 were commercial hybrids and 14 were experimental hybrids. Throughout the conduction of the experiment, the productive characters of the culture were evaluated as well as the characteristics of the fruits and the agronomic characters of the plant. For the productive characters and the characteristics of the fruits, the multiple factor analysis was performed, and the averages were compared by the Scott-Knott test. For the agronomic characters of the plant, the exploratory data analysis was used with the correspondence analysis. The commercial hybrids studied present a high degree of similarity among them, with more than 77% of the materials with strong or high similarity with the other materials. Meanwhile, for the experimental hybrids, this result is seen in only 42.86% of the materials. The experimental hybrids 3124, 3139, and 3126 present higher divergence when compared to the other materials studied. They are, therefore, recommended to increase the genetic base of the tomato plant’s breeding program.
Effect of thyme, lemongrass and rosemary essential oils on Aspergillus flavus in cauliflower seeds
Authors: Nakada-Freitas Pâmela G , Santos César Augusto , Magalhães Thalita Helena , Bustamonte Stefani S , Santos Danielle Carla dos , Cardoso Antonio Ismael Inácio , Amador Talita S , Lanna Natália de BL , Bardiviesso Estefânia M , Catão Hugo Cesar RM
Published: April 2022

ABSTRACT Due to the action of essential oils of thyme, lemongrass and rosemary against microorganisms and few studies on them in seed treatment, this study is proposed with vegetable seed. Therefore, the aim was to evaluate the effect of treatments with essential oils of thyme, lemongrass and rosemary on cauliflower seeds, inoculated with Aspergillus flavus. Three essential oils were used, at concentrations 0.0; 0.4; 0.8; 1.6 and 2.0%, arranged in a 3x5 factorial scheme, in a completely randomized design, with four replications. The essential oils of thyme (1.8%) and lemongrass (1.9%) had a fungistatic effect against A. flavus in cauliflower seeds. Thyme essential oil at 2.0% and lemongrass at 1.6% didn’t affect the physiological quality of seeds, being promising in the treatment of organic seeds. On the other hand, rosemary essential oil, despite not affecting germination and little affecting seed vigor, wasn’t efficient in controlling the pathogen.
Adaptability and stability of eggplant submitted to different levels of shading via REML/BLUP
Authors: Silva Jordana Antônia dos S , Pereira Jacqueline Wanessa de L , Valadares Ricardo de N , Lima Rayhonay SR de , Silva Fabian S , Guiselini Cristiane , Menezes Dimas
Published: April 2022

ABSTRACT This study aimed to evaluate the eggplant genotype x environment ineraction, using the REML/BLUP procedure, in order to identify genotypes with high productivity, adaptability and phenotypic stability. The experiments were carried out in agricultural greenhouses, in two seasons, with three types of shading: uncovered (UC); covered with plastic diffuser film (PD), 130 microns thick, covered with plastic diffuser film (130 micron) + 50% shading screen (SS). Twelve eggplant genotypes were evaluated, with four replicates and an experimental plot consisting of four plants. The traits evaluated in this study were: fruit set index, number of fruits per plant, average production of fruits/plant and in vitro pollen viability. To assess the adaptability and stability of the genotypes, statistical analyzes and estimation of genetic parameters were performed using the mixed-models of REML/BLUP type, with the aid of SELEGEN software and the statistical model 51. According to the results obtained, the authors verified an agreement between the three methods: Relative Performance of Genetic Values (PRVG), Harmonic Average of Genotypic Values (MHVG) and Harmonic Mean of Relative Performance of Genetic Values (MHPRVG) for average fruits production per plant (PP), number of fruits per plant (NF) and in vitro pollen viability (IVPV), showing the high degree of agreement in the ordering of materials. Thus, it is possible to indicate that the genotypes with the best productive performance, adaptability and stability in the evaluated environments were CNPH135×CNPH60, CNPH135×CNPH51, CNPH135×CNPH141, CNPH109, CNPH109×CNPH60 and CNPH109×CNPH141.
Cattleya Aurora’s Little Ian: a novelty mini semper-flowering material and a genetic parameter for superior clone selection
Authors: B Machado-Neto Nelson , Fileti Jessica F , Custódio Ceci C
Published: April 2022

ABSTRACT Orchids are an important horticultural culture. Cattleya and its allies are among the most used ornamental group of this plant family. Cattleya hybrids normally are big pot plants with a determined flowering season (spring, summer, autumn or winter), so a small plant with vivid and multi-flowered spikes coloured and non-determined flowering season is desired. The hybrid Cattleya Aurora’s Little Ian is a new small pink-reddish hybrid flower, producing over four small to medium flowers per bunch. For the first time there is a description of a parameter, petal width, with heritability estimation and efficient to select superior clones derived from plants of the Section Cyrtolaelia in the Cattleya hybrid group. It could be easily grown either at shade house or at windowsill emitting shoots and flowering freely in each new shoot, independent of photo or thermoperiod, as long as it is kept in good growing conditions.
‘BRS F183’ (Potira): A dual purpose potato cultivar, with high yield potential and excellent French fry quality
Authors: Pereira Arione S , Silva Giovani Olegario da , Castro Caroline M , Carvalho Agnaldo DF de , Azevedo Fernanda Q , Hirano Elcio , Brito Giovani G , Bortoletto Antonio Cesar , Emygdio Beatriz M , Reisser Junior Carlos , Lopes Carlos Alberto , Ragassi Carlos Francisco , Dutra Leonardo F , Coradin Juliana H , Lima Natércia LP , Gomes Cesar B , Pinheiro Jadir B , Lourenço Junior Valdir , Lima Mirtes F , Maldonade Iriani R , Jorge Rogério O , Haerter Janni Andre , Ueno Bernardo , Krolow Ana Cristina R , Vizzotto Márcia
Published: April 2022

ABSTRACT ‘BRS F183’ (Potira) is a late-maturing and red skin potato cultivar, suitable for French fry processing, due to tuber high dry matter content of long oval shape, large size, light yellow flesh, and light fry color. It is also suitable for the fresh market due to its attractive tubers of intense red color, smooth skin and shallow eyes. In six trials, ‘BRS F183’ showed average tuber yields that did not differ from ‘Asterix’. The marketable yield was relatively high, reaching 98.5% in the tropical ecosystem. Larger tubers of ‘BRS F183’ than ‘Asterix’ were also observed in the autumn crop of the subtropical ecosystem. In most of the trials, the dry matter content was higher than that of ‘Asterix’, varying from 20.5 to 23.0%. A very low incidence of tuber disorders was observed in ‘BRS F183’, with the secondary growth lower than ‘Asterix’. ‘BRS F183’ presented medium tuber dormancy. Tuber glucose content suitable for French fry processing (≤1.2 mg g-1 of fresh mass) was shown by ‘BRS F183’ after harvest and storage at 7.5°C, 8.9°C and 20°C for up to 180 days, while ‘Asterix’ was suitable up to 120 days after storage at 8.9ºC. ‘BRS F183’ is moderately resistant to early blight and moderately susceptible to late blight. It is susceptible to PVY, PLRV, and root-knot nematode. Field observations indicate that resistance/susceptibility to soft rot, black scurf, and bacterial wilt of ‘BRS F183’ is not different from the main cultivars grown in the country. However, higher susceptibility to common scab was shown in some validation tests. ‘BRS F183’ was released in 2020 by Embrapa, as a product of the breeding program developed by Embrapa Temperate Agriculture and Embrapa Vegetables.
Creating long-term social value on major infrastructure projects: a case study
Authors: Freelove Samantha , Gramatki Iulian
Published: April 2022

Infrastructure projects have a duty and obligation to create social value that is broader than the core benefits achieved through construction of the asset. It has been recognised that in the procurement and construction of the asset, social value opportunities should be created that respond to the needs of the project location. However, measuring social value for large infrastructure projects is challenging because of the sheer number of changes in different areas of society as a result of the project. Many of these changes go unrecorded by the organisation in charge of the infrastructure project or anyone else in society. Furthermore, social value measurement studies are often commissioned when the project is already well underway or even completed, which can mean that mechanisms to collect properly the required input data to quantify and value social impact were not set up, and by that point, it is usually too late to do so. This paper outlines a best-practice methodology in creating a framework to achieve social value, using Tideway, the company delivering the Thames Tideway tunnel project in London, UK, as a case study to share lessons learnt from their approach to social value creation.
Network gas export as a strategic priority of gas industry of the Russian Far East
Authors: Sasaev N. I.
Published: April 2022

Gas industry of the Far East has accumulated high potential and can act as a driver of social and economic development of the macroregion. It is possible to form a multiplicative impulse for social and economic development of all the region in the context of development of gas industry of the Far East through implementation of large-scale strategic priorities and projects. Gas export to the Asian-Pacific countries is one of such perspective strategic opportunities that can create a whole strategic direction. Therefore, the main objective of the study is to justify network gas export as a strategic direction of the gas industry of the Far East. Theoretical and methodological basis of the study lies in the certain methodological provisions of sectoral strategizing which are based on the general theory of strategy and involve conducting OTSW-analysis as an effective tool for monitoring and justifying strategic opportunities. The analysis allowed revealing two strategic opportunities which prove high perspective of network gas export from the Far East: “Asian-Pacific region as ‘the energy window of opportunity' and ‘ecological window of opportunity' in the Asian-Pacific region”. Concentration of the whole range of interest groups (global, national, public, regional, sectoral, corporate), high resource and technology potential as well as the scale of projects devoted to network gas export (exploration and development of gas fields, increasing natural gas production in the region, infrastructure development) will enhance economic and social effects. It justifies network gas export as a strategic direction of gas industry of the Far East. Its implementation will give multiplicative impulse to the social and economic development of the Far Eastern Federal district.
Backflush of Dead-end Ultrafilter v1
Authors: Ottesen Andrea , Kocurek Brandon
Published: April 2022

The backflush procedure pushes out all the cells and particles that were captured during the pumping procedure. It is most easily carried out in the lab with established (pump holding equipment) or ad hoc installation of pump, flushing material , filter and a >500 sterile vessel to collect the backflush.
WU sn-prep Protocol for Solid Tumors - snRNA protocol v2.7 v1
Authors: Caravan Wagma , Jayasinghe Reyka , naser al deen Nataly
Published: April 2022

WU sn-prep Protocol for Solid Tumors -snRNA protocol v2.7
[RETRACTED] Alpha Active Male Enhancement - (Consumer Complaints) READ MY EXPERIENCE! v1
Authors: Douglas Morris H
Published: April 2022

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A real-time PCR method to genotype mutant mouse models with altered affinity for cardiotonic steroids on the Na,K-ATPase v3
Authors: W W Chomczynski Peter , M Vires Kianna , Rymascewski Michal , A. Heiny Judith
Published: April 2022

The highly conserved, cardiotonic steroid binding site (also termed ouabain binding site) on the primary α subunit of Na,K-ATPase plays a receptor signaling role in a range of vital cell processes and is a therapeutic target for human disease. Mouse lines with altered affinity for cardiotonic steroids on the α1 or α2 subunit isoform of Na,K-ATPase, without any change in pump activity, were developed by the late Jerry B Lingrel and are a valuable tool for studying its physiological roles and drug actions. In one model, the normally ouabain resistant α1 isoform was rendered sensitive to ouabain binding. In a second model, the normally sensitive α2 isoform was rendered resistant to ouabain binding. Additional useful models are obtained by mating these mice. To further advance their use, we developed a rapid, real-time PCR method that detects mutant alleles using specific primers and fluorescent probes. PCR is performed in fast mode with up to 15 samples processed in 40 min. The method was validated by Sanger sequencing using mice of known genotype, and by comparing results with a previous two-step method that used PCR amplification followed by gel electrophoresis. In addition, we clarified inconsistencies in published sequences, updated numbering to current reference sequences, and confirmed the continued presence of the mutations in the colony. It is expected that a wider availability of these models and a more efficient genotyping protocol will advance studies of the Na,K-ATPase and its cardiotonic steroid receptor.
[RETRACTED] NextGen Pharma Keto Max - (Fraudulent Customer Results?) Scam Exposed! v1
Authors: Douglas Morris H
Published: April 2022

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Dead-end Ultrafiltration Water Collection v1
Authors: Ottesen Andrea , Kocurek Brandon
Published: April 2022

Dead end ultrafiltration is the most basic form of filtration. In this case a Rexeed #25S Filter is used with a peristaltic pump to pull volumes from 10L to 100 L through nanometer sized pores ( approximately 30 kDa). This size selection is perfect for capture of viruses, bacteria, protists and even larger particles and organisms. The large collection volumes made possible by this method have great value if there is a need to examine rare members of a community such as pathogens.
Assessment of the Distribution of Heavy Metals in Soils of Severny Island (Novaya Zemlya)
Authors:   M.V. Lomonosov Northern (Arctic) Federal University, Popov Sergey S.
Published: April 2022

Global warming occurs the fastest in polar latitudes, increasing their economic accessibility and, consequently, entailing risks of technogenic contamination. Heavy metals (HM) are among the most common technogenic pollutants that may negatively affect the functioning of the Arctic's soil-based terrestrial ecosystems. There is almost no research on the actual HM content in the soils of Novaya Zemlya (NZ), and the purpose of this work is to assess the HM content in the soils of Severny Island in the NZ archipelago. The study was performed at Russkaya Gavan, Ledyanaya Gavan, Blagopoluchiya Bay, and Cape Zhelaniya. The soil cover in the northern part of Severny Island has a mosaic structure. On Severny Island, Cryosols (Loamic) are the most common soils among the soils studied in this work. Soils of the study regions on Severny Island are mostly loamy and clayey. The proportion of physical clay increases down the profiles. All study soils of NZ are alkaline and highly alkaline. In general, study soils have an acceptable level of HM contamination. The weighted average HM gross content in them varies insignificantly; however, the following elements exceed their threshold concentrations: Fe (1.1 clarke) – Russkaya Gavan bay; Fe (1.2 clarke), Cr (1.1 clarke), V (1.1 maximum permissible concentration (MPC)), Ti (1.1 clarke) – Blagopoluchiya bay; Fe (1.3 clarke) – Ledyanaya Gavan bay. This, apparently, is caused by their high contents in the soil-forming rock. The results obtained confirm the necessity to monitor the study territories in order to be able to assess the degree of pollution and prevent the risk of an environmental disaster in the future