bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Aislamientos de bacterias post tratamiento con gasoil - agua y centrifugación de fondo de tanques petroleros
Authors: Gonzáles Marilina , Pucci Graciela
Published: June 2022

En la industria petrolera se almacenan grandes cantidades de hidrocarburos en tanques en las diferentes etapas de extracción y procesamiento del crudo hasta su refinamiento. Esto genera un residuo denominado fondo de tanque, es una emulsión estable de sedimentos agua e hidrocarburos. Este trabajo tuvo como objeto estudiar las bacterias que están presentes en el sedimento después de la primera etapa de tratamiento con gasoil, agua, temperatura y posterior centrifugación. El sedimento, considerado por la legislación como residuo peligroso se le realizo un estudio bacteriológico, que consistió en recuento, aislamiento e identifican de bacterias. Se obtuvieron 34 cepas de las cuales 86.1% pertenecieron al género Bacillus. Las mismas presentaron capacidad para desarrollar en alguno de los siguientes hidrocarburos o mezclas de hidrocarburos gasoil, kerosene, hexadecano y ciclohexano.
Genetic diversity and genetic structure of Puya raimondii (Bromeliaceae) for its conservation in the Peruvian Andes
Authors: Tumi Liscely , Xue-Jun Ge , Prado Gerson E. , Cosacov Andrea , Garcia Victor H. , Arakaki Mónica , Suni Mery L.
Published: June 2022

Puya raimondii is an endemic species from the high Andes of Peru and Bolivia. In Peru it is distributed from 8.068501°S, 16.170280°W to 16.180580°S, 70.658873°W, between 3600 and 4800 m, living in extreme climatic conditions typical of the Puna, where it plays an important ecological role. Despite the wide distribution of P. raimondii populations in Peru, they appear to be fairly uniform morphologically. The following questions arise: Will the current molecular tools be able to show differences between the numerous populations? Are the conservation areas established for P. raimondii sufficient since they harbor the existing variability? To answer these questions, this work aimed to evaluate the genetic diversity and genetic structure in a northern population, Pachapaqui (Ancash department), a central population, Yanacancha (Junin), and a southern population, Lampa - Choconchaca sector (Puno), using microsatellite markers (SSR) specific for the species. The genetic diversity parameters used included number of alleles (A), exclusive alleles (RA), observed heterozygosity (Ho), expected heterozygosity (He), and polymorphic content index (PIC). The results showed that the total number of A varied from 2 - 13, the He values were 0 ‒ 0.723 and Ho 0 ‒ 0.929, with an average He of 0.217, indicating a moderate to high genetic diversity, being the population of Lampa-Choconchaca sector, the one that presented the greatest allelic diversity and the greatest genetic diversity. The Hardy-Weinberg test showed that the populations are in HW disequilibrium, the statistical analysis indicates 65% of the genetic variation at the population level and values of FST (0.426) and RST (0.650) that indicate high genetic differentiation among populations, with two genetic groups (K=2) that correspond to the populations of northern-central and southern Peru. The results provide useful information to establish conservation strategies for P. raimondii, which lead to the creation of an additional conservation area to protect the populations in southern Peru.
Primer registro de Berthellina ilisima (Gastropoda: Heterobranchia: Pleurobranchida) en aguas peruanas con descripción de su anatomía
Authors: Mendivil Alejandro , Cardoso Franz
Published: June 2022

Los Pleurobranchida son babosas marinas que agrupan alrededor de 100 especies distribuidas en los mares a nivel mundial, pero con una mayor diversidad en ambientes costeros tropicales y templados. En el Pacífico Oriental se han reportado 2 familias, 4 géneros y más de 10 especies de Pleurobranchida. La especie Berthellina ilisima Marcus & Marcus 1967 común en la Provincia del Pacifico Oriental Tropical se registra formalmente en aguas costeras de Tumbes, Perú. Se describe la anatomía de los sistemas digestivo, circulatorio, reproductor y nervioso de B. ilisima, el cual constituye la primera descripción de la anatomía interna de un Pleurobranchida para Perú.
Quality and Quantity Assessment of Tomographic Exams That Can Be Performed on Existing Hybrid Equipment at Botucatu Medical School Nuclear Medicine Services
Authors: Santana de Souza Sérgio Augusto , Monteiro Rodrigues Felipe , Fattori Alves Allan Felipe , Alvarez Matheus , Molena Seraphim Daniel , Lopes Ruiz Junior Raul , Souza Trindade Filho José Carlos , Marrone Ribeiro Sergio , Pina Diana Rodrigues
Published: June 2022

Computed Tomography (CT) has been one of the greatest innovations for medical diagnosis. Among the main features of CT is its ability to provide high-quality anatomical and functional images. Other important imaging modalities are the ones conducted in Nuclear Medicine (NM), which, with the use of radiotracers, makes it possible to obtain metabolic and molecular images in vivo. The union of NM and CT imaging modalities is possible through hybrid equipment. The purpose of this research is to evaluate the quality and quantity of tomographic exams that can be performed in hybrid equipment. To complete this research analyzes of the ability to perform CT exams in the room that holds a Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography/ Computed Tomography SPECT/CT equipment in an NM facility were carried out. The evaluation criteria were: equipment quality control, image quality assessment by a subjective method as per European Guidelines on Quality Criteria for Computed Tomography (EUR), and assessment of shielding of the room, as an indicator of how many exams can be performed. Considering the results of the barrier thickness, the Botucatu Medical School and Nuclear Medicine facility is capable of performing 100 tomography exams per week. According to information obtained in the facility, currently, approximately 20 scans are performed weekly, so there is an increased opportunity of up to 80 exams weekly. Therefore, the hybrid equipment is qualified to perform diagnostic tests with superior image quality, compared to those performed in CT equipment.
Evaluation of diagnostic x-ray equipment performance in lindi and mtwara regions - Tanzania
Authors: Ngoye Wilson Maliyatabu , Balobegwa Vitus , A. Kileo Abdallah , Edmund Elisha , O. Khamis Fatma , H. Mammba Peter
Published: June 2022

The purpose of the study was to evaluate the quality control (QC) tests results of general radiography x-ray equipment in order to assess the performance of the x-ray equipment in comparison to the acceptance limits, hence advise on measures to provide quality diagnostic imaging at optimized dose. QC tests results from health facilities in Mtwara and Lindi regions were evaluated. The QC results from 2015 to 2021 were analyzed for   selected QC parameters which included kV accuracy, kV reproducibility, mAs linearity, beam quality, collimation and beam alignment. All x-ray units passed the kV accuracy, kV reproducibility, and beam quality and beam alignment tests.  It was noticed that the collimation test surfaced among the failed parameters, though the performance of all the tested parameters were within 76.9 %. to 100% of the acceptable limits. Furthermore, lack of QC and maintenance plan was noted. Generally, the performance of most of the x-ray units were in   compliance with regulatory requirements. However, improvement is desirable especially in the areas of QC plan, preventive maintenance and repair. Managers of the facilities need to take heed that optimum equipment       performance is vital if quality imaging at optimized radiation dose is to be realized.
A case of idiopathic granulomatous mastitis that canmimic a breast cancer
Authors: Cherradi Soukaina , Hamid Mohamed , Mahtate Mariam , lakhdar Amina , Zeraidi Najia , Baidada Aziz
Published: June 2022

Introduction: Idiopathic granulomatous mastitis (IGM) is an uncommon and persistent inflammatory breast disease with no identified cause. It affects women of reproductive age who have previously breastfed. Diagnosis of IGM is difficult because clinical and radiological features might mimic breast cancer. We report an unusual case of IGM in a breastfeeding mother mimicking breast cancer. Observation: A 32-year-old female patient, with no particular pathological history, has been presenting for 3 months mass of the right breast with erythema. A few weeks later, she presented a suppuration and ulceration of the right breast. The breast examination revealed a painless and poorly marginated mass, mobile in relation to the muscle plane and adherent to the skin at the junction of the external quadrants measuring 40*40mm. Breast ultrasound showed a heterogeneous hypoechoic irregular mass in the outer quadrants with surrounding edema, and dilatation of the milk ducts, classified as BI-RADS 4. Histologically, there was an epithelioid and gigantocellular granulomatous reaction of the mammary parenchyma, with a polymorphic inflammatory infiltrating of lymphocytes, plasma cells, and neutrophils. The patient received corticosteroids, bromocriptine, amoxicillin and clavulanic acid associated with topical care of the lesion. The evolution was favorable with the regression of the mass after 18 months. Discussion: IGM is an uncommon and benign condition that is frequently misdiagnosed. It mostly occurs in young women during the genital period. IGM does not have any pathognomonic mammographic characteristics. Breast ultrasound can show a nodular hypoechoic image with irregular contours with a long axis parallel to the skin. IGM is characterized by lobulocentric non-caseating granulomas made up of epithelioid histiocytes mixed with Langhan's multinucleate giant cells on histological examination. The treatment of IGM is not well established. The management of the disease is based on its clinical form. IGM is a gradual and recurrent disease that has a major impact on the quality of life and requires close surveillance. Conclusion: IGM is an uncommon and persistent inflammatory disorder of the breast that can be difficult to diagnose. Breast cancer is the predominant differential diagnosis, with the possibility of an association. Increased awareness of this disorder will lead to more accurate and timely diagnosis and treatment.
Incidence, Risk Factors, and Reasons for 30-Day Hospital Readmission Among Healthy Late Preterm Infants
Authors: Amsalu Ribka , Oltman Scott P , Baer Rebecca J , Medvedev Melissa M , Rogers Elizabeth E , Jelliffe-Pawlowski Laura
Published: June 2022

OBJECTIVE

Late preterm infants have an increased risk of morbidity relative to term infants. We sought to determine the rate, temporal trend, risk factors, and reasons for 30-day readmission.

METHODS

This is a retrospective cohort study of infants born at 34 to 42 weeks’ gestation in California between January 1, 2011, and December 31, 2017. Birth certificates maintained by California Vital Statistics were linked to discharge records maintained by the California Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development. Multivariable logistic regression was used to identify risk factors and derive a predictive model.

RESULTS

Late preterm infants represented 4.3% (n = 122 014) of the study cohort (n = 2 824 963), of which 5.9% (n = 7243) were readmitted within 30 days. Compared to term infants, late preterm infants had greater odds of readmission (odds ratio [OR]: 2.34 [95% confidence interval (CI): 2.28–2.40]). The temporal trend indicated increases in all-cause and jaundice-specific readmission infants (P < .001). The common diagnoses at readmission were jaundice (58.9%), infections (10.8%), and respiratory complications (3.5%). In the adjusted model, factors that were associated with greater odds of readmission included assisted vaginal birth, maternal age ≥34 years, diabetes, chorioamnionitis, and primiparity. The model had predictive ability of 60% (c-statistic 0.603 [95% CI: 0.596–0.610]) in late preterm infants who had <5 days length of stay at birth.

CONCLUSION

The findings contribute important information on what factors increase or decrease the risk of readmission. Longitudinal studies are needed to examine promising hospital predischarge and follow-up care practices.
Aproximación a la noción de historia en la obra de Xavier Zubiri
Authors: Carrera U Randall
Published: June 2022

En esta investigación se presenta un análisis de la noción de historia propuesta por el filósofo español Xavier Zubiri. A partir de un estudio sistemático de los textos en los que el autor aborda esta temática, con la finalidad de evidenciar sus avances y desarrollos. Posteriormente, se discuten de manera crítica las principales categorías utilizadas en su construcción. Para finalizar con la elucidación de algunas conclusiones en torno a su vigencia y actualidad.
Progreso, retos y la equidad en Plan AUGE (Acceso Universal con Garantías Explícitas en Salud (2005-2020)
Authors: Sampson Elizabeth Abigail
Published: June 2022

Desde la independencia de Chile, la política sanitaria ha tenido varias reformas. Una reforma clave y moderna es el Acceso Universal con Garantías Explícitas de Salud (AUGE). El objetivo principal de AUGE es mejorar la calidad de vida de los chilenos por la reducción de desigualdades. La priorización del derecho a salud y una política sanitaria que se adapta a las necesidades de la población, contribuyen a la equidad sanitaria ya que aumentan las capacidades y el desarrollo óptimo de las personas. Esta investigación examina la equidad en la política sanitaria, durante el período 2005-2020 en Chile. En esta investigación se hará uso de una versión modificada del enfoque de las capacidades de Amartya Sen. Las teorías y las lecturas relevantes de los derechos humanos, la política sanitaria, y la salud también forman parte del análisis de esta investigación.
Atributos e descritores propostos para a arte rupestre da Idade do Ferro no Vale do Côa
Authors: Botica Natália , Luís Luís , Silva José-Paulo
Published: June 2022

El Valle del Côa fue inscrito por la UNESCO como Patrimonio de la Humanidad en 1998 y está considerado como «el sitio de arte rupestre al aire libre más importante del Paleolítico». El estudio del arte rupestre del Valle del Côa ha revelado que su cronología abarca desde el Paleolítico Superior hasta el siglo XX.

El presente trabajo se desarrolló en el marco del proyecto RARAA, financiado por la Fundação para a Ciência e Tecnologia (FCT) «COA / OVD / 0097 / 2019- Rock Art Open Access Repository», con el objetivo de estudiar el arte rupestre de la Edad de Hierro en el Valle del Côa y compartir en acceso abierto tanto la estructura de datos como los datos y metadatos del proyecto, imágenes, modelos 3D, descriptores y vocabularios. Con la publicación de la metodología de registro y los descriptores utilizados, pretendemos contribuir a mejorar el uso y la reutilización de los datos, así como el desarrollo de Linked Open Data, para que sean localizables y accesibles, utilizando los principios FAIR (Hollander et al., 2018), y potenciando la interoperabilidad con plataformas nacionales e internacionales.
Теоретичне та експериментальне дослідження теплообміну в каналі з гранульованою насадкою
Authors: Мукмінов І.І. , Бошкова І.Л. , Волгушева Н.В. , Альтман Е.І. , Потапов М.Д.
Published: June 2022

Досліджується ефективність акумуляції теплоти повітря гранульованою насадкою ґрунтового регенеративного теплообмінника та можливості моделювання процесів розповсюдження теплового фронту по довжині насадки за часом. Розглядається один із додатків застосування регенеративного апарату з щільним шаром, для якого джерелом теплоти є сонячне випромінювання, а самий регенератор розробляється для підтримки необхідного температурного клімату в теплицях. Наведені результати випробування пілотної установки в натурних умовах. Отримані криві розподілу температур за довжиною теплообмінного каналу для різних моментів часу нагрівання гранульованої насадки. Проведено дослідження процесу теплообміну між потоком повітря та часткою щебеню в каналі. Встановлено, що відмінності в температурах стінки та частки незначні, внаслідок чого похибкою вимірювань температури на випромінювання можна знехтувати. Отримано, що акумульована часткою теплота передавалася в навколишнє середовище тривалий час, що свідчить про раціональність застосування щебеню в якості гранульованої насадки для регенеративних теплообмінників. Проведений аналіз ходу кривих температур на поверхні частки та в середині. Визначено, що закон зміни температури для всіх точок частки однаковий. Здійснено комп’ютерне моделювання процесу нагрівання щільного шару часток в теплообмінному каналі. Проведений аналіз розподілу температур по довжині теплообмінного каналу за різні періоди нагрівання. Показано, що комп’ютерне моделювання здатне прогнозувати швидкість розповсюдження теплового фронту для довільних вихідних даних та визначати в залежності від умов використання геометричні характеристики каналу та робочі параметри, такі як температура і витрата повітря, тривалість періодів нагрівання і охолодження
Моделювання циклів абсорбційних холодильних агрегатів періодичної дії
Authors: Тітлов О.С. , Озолін М.Є. , Кравченко В.В.
Published: June 2022

Для роботи з низькопотенційними джерелами теплової енергії розроблено алгоритм розрахунку циклів абсорбційних водоаміачних холодильних агрегатів (АВХА) періодичної дії (ПД). Перевагами абсорбційних холодильних установок періодичної дії є простота конструкції та можливість використання у якості гріючого джерела будь-якого тепла та палива. При розрахунках важливо розуміти, що особливістю цих машин є стаціонарність процесів. Термодинамічний розрахунок циклу АВХА ПД проведений для діапазону режимних параметрів: а) температура гріючого джерела (на стінці генератора) – 65...95 °С; б) температура холодного джерела (температура атмосферного повітря) –25...45 °С. Робоче тіло – водоаміачний розчин (ВАР). У розрахунках прийнято максимальну робочу температуру в зоні охолодження 10 °С. Отримано розрахункові залежності: а) максимального та мінімального складу (по ВАР); б) максимального складу в зоні абсорбера-випарника; в) залежності максимального тиску в системі. Показано, що при збільшенні температури гріючого джерела знижується частка аміаку в зоні генератора-абсорбера, що дозволяє в період охолодження отримати більш високий потенціал процесу абсорбції, тобто можна збільшити холодопродуктивність АВХА ПД та продуктивність із вилучення води з атмосферного повітря. При зростанні температури гріючого джерела від 65 °С до 95 °С мінімальна температура в зоні охолодження знижується від +7 °С до -17 °С. Зі збільшенням температури атмосферного повітря холодопродуктивність АВХА ПД знижується, причому особливо помітна ця тенденція при великих частках аміаку у зоні генерації. Проведена оцінка холодопродуктивності АВХА ПД показала, що вона зростає зі збільшенням температур гріючого джерела. Причому при більш низьких значеннях температури атмосферного повітря ця тенденція більш явна; за низької температури атмосферного повітря можна отримати максимальні значення холодопродуктивності АВХА ПД, збільшивши кількість аміаку в зоні генерації. Запропоновано схему конструкції АВХА ПД для роботи у складі системи отримання води з атмосферного повітря. Установка є системою з двох каналів. Для інтенсифікації процесу конвективного та променевого теплообміну, поверхні робочих зон оснащені плоскими ребрами: на генераторі-абсорбері встановлені два горизонтальні та одне вертикальне ребро, а на абсорбері-випарнику – два вертикальні ребра. Задля більшої періодичності роботи було запропоновано встановити захисний екран, виконаний таким чином, щоб у період розрядки повністю закривати генератор-абсорбер від сонячного випромінювання. Для інтенсифікації процесу конденсації води з атмосферного повітря встановлений вентилятор, який разом із екраном живиться встановленою термоелектричною батареєю
Contemporary Water Buffalo Farm Size in Romania and Actualized Milk Yields
Authors: JURCO Eugen Claudiu , ONACIU Grigore , CUIBUS Alex , CUIBUS Lucian , POP Doru
Published: June 2022

Since 1989 water buffalo numbers in Romania have dropped significantly because of multiple factors. In 1989, records showed a population of approximate 210.000, while today just 14 000 buffalo remain. In the past, buffalo played an essential role in the economy of many peasant homesteads. Contemporary buffalo farms have not evolved much regarding size, most farms exploit an average of 1.6 head, extremely low, as data from the Association of buffalo breeders in Transylvania show. Too little research is done. The actual milk yields and reproductive traits need to be analysed, as improvement is needed. This present study aims to showcase the dramatically reduced population and farm size and milk yields. Data was obtained from the Association, regarding buffalo registered for control. The information was analysed and conclusions derived. Most facilities have been indicated as homesteads with very few animals. 126 units have been grouped in farm sizes of 1-2, 3-4 and over 5 animals. Production data have higher values in units with over 5 buffalo. It is shown that extra support is needed for conserving, and expanding the numbers of buffalo reared. Production levels are low, need for improvement and genetic research is high.
Determination and Quantification of Some Organochlorines, Organophosphorus, Carbamates and Pyrethroids Pesticide Residues in Fresh and Frozen Fish in Jordan
Authors: ALABOUDI Akram R. , ALMASHHADANY Dhary A. , JARRAH Bashar S.
Published: June 2022

Contamination of aquatic systems with pesticides occurs frequently. This study aimed to detect the levels of some pesticides: organochlorines, organophosphorus, pyrethroids, and carbamates groups in imported frozen and local fresh fish in Jordan. A total of 218 samples were randomly collected (194 imported frozen fish). Samples were analyzed using Liquid Chromatography with Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC/Ms/Ms). Results showed that 23 different pesticides were found in this study. All 218 fish samples were contaminated with at least 4 compounds and maximally 12 pesticides. In terms of contamination rate, no significant differences between local and imported types were observed. Up to 65.2% of pesticides were detected at concentration higher than the maximum residue limit set by the WHO (10 ppb) in 215 samples (98.6%). These samples concluded heavy contaminations with different pesticides for either imported or locally raised products. Therefore, routine monitoring of pesticides in fish and their environment are officially required.
Effect of Some Sanitizing Treatments on Strawberry Fruit Quality during Cold Storage
Authors: IONICĂ Mira Elena , PLEȘOIANU Alina Mădălina , NOUR Violeta
Published: June 2022

The present research was conducted to evaluate the effect of dipping treatments with 2% citric acid, 0.2% benzoic acid, 0.2% sorbic acid and acidic electrolyzed water on the quality of strawberries ("Malvina" cultivar) during 21 days storage at 8 °C. The following analyses were performed on the control and sanitized strawberry fruits at 1, 7, 14 and 21 days of storage: weight loss, firmness, decay incidence, soluble solids content, titratable acidity, total phenolics content, total anthocyanins content and DPPH antioxidant activity. All sanitizing treatments significantly (P<0.05) reduced weight loss and fruit decay during strawberry storage. Dipping strawberries in 0.2% sorbic acid or 0.2% benzoic acid aqueous solutions were the most effective treatments for maintaining firmness and phytochemical content and for delaying the decay of strawberries during cold storage.
Investigation of Lupine Allergen Presence in Some Food Products by Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay
Authors: PRINCIPAL Admin , GÜNAY Nursel , ER DEMİRHAN Buket , DEMİRHAN Burak
Published: June 2022

Lupine is a legume and important hidden food allergen. In the present study, our aim was to investigate the presence of lupine in some foodstuffs including 90 packaged food samples (breakfast cereals, oatmeals, biscuits, and chocolate) belonging to different firms in Turkey. Extraction and determination of lupine in all samples were made by the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) technique. The presence of lupine was detected in 11 (12.22%) of 90 food samples. Lupine was not detected in the samples of breakfast cereal and oatmeal. The mean levels (±S.E) of positive lupine of biscuits and chocolate samples were found to be 1.53±0.18 mg kg-1 and 2.04±0.16 mg kg-1, respectively. It was declared on the labels of some of the analyzed products that they may contain traces of lupine. Lupine was detected in only one of these samples. There was no information about the presence of lupine on the labels of other lupine detected samples. As a result, the importance of the detection of allergen substances in terms of food safety, food quality, and public health and the importance of food labeling are emphasized in this study. Analytical methods for monitoring allergens in risky foods are important.
The Effects of some Compounds Found in Aronia and Goji Berries on Human Health
Authors: CHIOREAN Anca Maria , BUTA Erzsebet , MITRE Viorel
Published: June 2022

Berries consumption is a current concern in order to highlight the important content of their compounds on human health. Aronia berry is known as chokeberry and is native in North America and Canada. Due to the therapeutic properties, black chokeberries are very popular and appreciated fruits. The most important compounds, polyphenols and antioxidants, have many biological actions such as antioxidative, anti-inflammatory, hypotensive, antiviral, anticancer, antidiabetic and antiatherosclerotic effects Goji berry is also another important source of carotenoids and antioxidants and it has been used as a medicine in China for centuries. Goji berry is considered as a super fruit due to bioactive compounds that offer protection against cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and other comorbidities. Black chokeberry and goji berry have an antioxidant capacity ten times higher than other berries. Due to their high biological and nutritional value, these berries are being used more and more frequently in human nutrition and the extracts in the pharmaceutical industry. Therefore, the main aim of this paper was to summarize and highlight the high content of bioactive compounds and beneficial effects of aronia and goji berries upon human health.
Evaluation of Stress in Riding Horses, During the Horse-Assisted Therapy Activities in the Case of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Authors: ZAGRAI (MAIEREAN) Ana Maria , COTOR Gabriel , ZAGRAI Gavrilă , GÂJÂILĂ Gabriel , GHIȚĂ Marian , IONESCU Alina Maria , COTOR Dragos Corneliu , DAMIAN Aurel
Published: June 2022

Animal stress is a current topic intensely addressed. The general adaptation syndrome, following short exposure to stressors with low or medium intensity, has a positive effect, inducing eustress and improving adaptive capacity. Exposure to strong stressors or over a long period of time has the effect of inducing distress. The aim was to evaluate the stressful effect they have on horses, the specific activities of equine-assisted therapy, in the case of children with autism spectrum disorders. Were used 10 riding horses (8 females and 2 males), of purebred English breed, divided into 2 groups, aged between 4-8 years. The animals had the same maintenance conditions and lifestyle. Samples were taken from the jugular vein in 5 ml heparinized tubes. The parameters were determined using a ProCyte Dx Hematology Analyzer. The data obtained were statistically analyzed, calculating the Mean and Standard Deviation (Microsoft Excel). The results show that the specific activities of equine-assisted therapy do not have a stressful effect on the pathways used. These activities were less stressful than regular recreational riding activities in a riding school, subjecting the animal to less intense physical exertion than daily activities.
Use of Microfluidic Electrophoresis in the Analysis of Milk Proteins- Method Improvement
Authors: TUDOR Beatrice Ana-Maria , BOLDURA Oana Maria , MIRCU Călin , TULCAN Camelia , MARC Simona , GEORGESCU Ovidiu , HUŢU Ioan
Published: June 2022

Microfluidic electrophoresis (ELFO) has become a widely applicable method that allows the analysis of proteins fractions. ELFO presents advantages that include time reduction low sample consumption, high method efficiency and the integration of results in the context. With sample proper preparation the method becomes accurate and robust and the reagents and consumables used are considerably reduced. This paper describes the adaptation and improvement of a raw milk protein analysis protocol, reported in the standard microfluidic electrophoresis analysis procedures of Agilent Technologies. The described protocol makes adaptations regarding the preparation of biological samples composed of raw milk in the pre-analytical stage with multiple benefits in reporting the final results. Besides the proteins, in the composition of milk, significant percent of fats could be found and the described procedure is practically another step required for the elimination of those interfering substances. This method involves the pre-analytical stage of preparation of raw milk samples, separation and quantification of major milk proteins and total protein content. The improvement proved to have an important beneficial impact on the analysis as the result was very accurate in terms of quantity and quality and also it has drastically reduced the errors in data interpretation of the equipment.
Assessment of organizational dynamics in a Psychosocial Care Center from the multidisciplinary team’s perspective
Authors: Nacamura Paula Antunes Bezerra , Salci Maria Aparecida , Coimbra Valéria Cristina Christello , Jaques André Estevam , Harmuch Camila , Pini Jéssica dos Santos , Paiano Marcelle
Published: June 2022

ABSTRACT Objectives: to assess organizational dynamics in a Psychosocial Care Center for Alcohol and Drugs from the multidisciplinary team’s perspective. Methods: an evaluative, qualitative study, supported by the Fourth Generation Assessment theoretical-methodological framework. It was carried out in a Psychosocial Care Center for Alcohol and Drugs from September 2019 to March 2020. Data collection took place through observation, individual open-ended interviews and negotiation sessions. The informants were 12 professionals. Analysis was based on Constant Comparative Method. Results: it was highlighted as potential of organizational dynamics, being an outpatient service, trying to address the deficiencies of RAPS and understanding the importance of matrix support. Among the challenges are the fragility of teamwork, reception, insufficient training, worker profile and overload. Final Considerations: the importance of understanding the work process and the care flow is highlighted, in order to strengthen the Psychosocial Care Network.
Avaliação da dinâmica organizacional em Centro de Atenção Psicossocial na perspectiva da equipe multidisciplinar
Authors: Nacamura Paula Antunes Bezerra , Salci Maria Aparecida , Coimbra Valéria Cristina Christello , Jaques André Estevam , Harmuch Camila , Pini Jéssica dos Santos , Paiano Marcelle
Published: June 2022

RESUMO Objetivos: avaliar a dinâmica organizacional em um Centro de Atenção Psicossocial Álcool e Drogas na perspectiva da equipe multidisciplinar. Métodos: estudo avaliativo, qualitativo, apoiado no referencial teórico-metodológico da Avaliação de Quarta Geração. Realizado em um Centro de Atenção Psicossocial Álcool e Drogas, de setembro de 2019 a março 2020. A coleta de dados ocorreu por meio da observação, entrevista aberta individual e sessão de negociação. Os informantes foram 12 profissionais, e a análise se baseou no Método Comparativo Constante. Resultados: foram destacadas como potencialidades da dinâmica organizacional ser um serviço ambulatorial, tentar suprir as deficiências da RAPS e entender a importância do matriciamento. Dentre os desafios, estão a fragilidade do trabalho em equipe, do acolhimento, a insuficiência de capacitações, o perfil e sobrecarga do trabalhador. Considerações Finais: salienta-se a importância de compreender o processo de trabalho e o fluxograma de atendimentos, a fim de fortalecer a Rede de Atenção Psicossocial.
Organic yellow passion fruit productivity due to irrigation, semi protected cultivation and artificial pollination
Authors: Silva Nilciléia Mendes da , Araújo Neto Sebastião Elviro de , Souza Luís Gustavo de Souza e , Uchôa Thays Lemos , Francisco Wagner de Moura , Ferreira Regina Lúcia Félix
Published: June 2022

Abstract This study aimed to evaluate the effect of the combination between irrigation, semiprotected cultivation, and artificial pollination on the yield, number of fruits, and mass of yellow passion fruit grown under organic production. The experimental design was in randomized blocks set up in split plots (2x2x2) with eight treatments and four replications. The plot consisted of irrigation or rainfed conditions, the second factor corresponds to plant cover with plastic or direct sunlight, and the third factor refers to natural or artificial pollination. Irrigation was performed using a micro-sprinkler system, and pollination was either manual or natural (entomophilous). The evaluated parameters were the number of fruits per plant, the mean fruit mass, and the total and commercial yields in two crop years: from January to August 2019 and from September 2019 to August 2020. The yield per hectare and the number of fruits per plant were not affected by irrigation and semi-protected cultivation. Artificial pollination increased the passion fruit yield by up to 31% under organic cultivation. The number of fruits per plant did not significantly change with the treatments. However, there was a positive linear correction with the yield. The mean fruit mass is higher using the combination between semi-protected cultivation, rainfed conditions, and artificial pollination or direct sunlight with natural pollination regardless of irrigation.
EXPERIÊNCIAS PEDAGÓGICAS COM MÍDIA E EDUCAÇÃO: CAMINHOS PARA SUPERAR A ABORDAGEM INSTRUMENTAL E DESENVOLVER HABILIDADES CRÍTICO-REFLEXIVAS SOBRE A CULTURA MIDIÁTICA
Authors: CERIGATTO MARIANA PÍCARO
Published: June 2022

RESUMO: Apesar dos calorosos debates sobre a relação entre mídia e educação no Brasil e no mundo, há materiais pedagógicos e metodologias de trabalho um tanto pulverizadas voltadas para essa área. Ainda é comum observar, no ambiente escolar e nos cursos de formação de professores, o uso das mídias em uma perspectiva instrumental, o que desfavorece abordagens crítico-reflexivas que enfatizam aspectos da compreensão da mensagem e de como representações de mundo são feitas por meio das linguagens midiáticas. A partir dessa problematização, o objetivo do presente artigo é trazer subsídios para que atividades de mídia e educação contemplem o ponto de vista crítico-reflexivo. Para isso, são postos resultados de pesquisas empíricas que desenvolvem propostas didáticas que aliam o aspecto de produção de mídia com a compreensão crítica das mensagens, dando ênfase para a linguagem das mídias audiovisuais. Destaca-se que tais atividades estão calcadas na experiência inglesa em media literacy, através de autores como Stuart Hall, David Buckingham e David Lusted; e em técnicas pedagógicas mais usadas em mídia-educação, que valorizam a postura ativa do aluno em situações-problema da cultura midiática. A ideia foi testar essas abordagens já desenvolvidas no Reino Unido com alunos do Ensino Médio, na formação de professores e público universitário, no contexto brasileiro. Os resultados sugerem abordagens que não se limitem a visões instrumentalistas, considerando que a análise da linguagem, das narrativas, audiências e do contexto social de produção pode ser um caminho proveitoso para se refletir sobre as relações de poder entre mídia e sociedade.
WHAT DOES TOURISM DO TO TEACH?: ETHNIC TOURISM IN PARANA AND ITS EDUCATIONAL ACTIONS
Authors: CARDOZO POLIANA FABÍULA , PUH MILAN
Published: June 2022

ABSTRACT: In this article we will discuss the articulations that some ethnic immigrant groups from Paraná carry out in the realization of ethnic tourism, and how their experiences can be seen as educational actions. It is a topic that is still not so explored as an interface between Tourism and Education, especially regarding to immigrant ethnic aspects. More specifically, the objective is to identify educational actions, tracing trends and themes along the trajectory of the creation of tourist activities, also taking into account the research carried out in the central region of Paraná, involving: Danube Swabians in Entre Rios (Guarapuava), Dutch in Carambeí and Castrolanda (Castro), Ukrainians in Prudentópolis and the Mennonites in Witmarsum (Palmeira). It is important to emphasize that this text brings the first results of a qualitative study that fulfills the second objective of offering feedback to the communities in question, since their particular experiences will be compared with each other, and complemented with academic research already carried out. Therefore, the main methods were the interviews conducted with some of the creators and directors of tourism programs during the field research, along with (non) participant observation, public documents made available by the community itself and academic research done thinking about tourism and its areas. adjacent. From there, other possibilities for better use of the ethnic-immigrant legacy in tourist articulations can be considered, as well as in the development of educational activities that will facilitate their execution.
FINANCIAL EDUCATION IN INTEGRATED HIGH SCHOOL: BUILDING A TRANSVERSAL CURRICULUM BASED ON GENERATIVE THEMES
Authors: SOUSA RICHARLES DE ARAÚJO , LOBÃO MÁRIO SÉRGIO PEDROZA , FREITAS RENATA GOMES DE ABREU
Published: June 2022

ABSTRACT: The present study aimed to establish, from the generating themes, thematic networks that would enable the transversal organization of financial education in the curriculum of the technical course in information technology integrated with high school education at Campus Sena Madureira, at the Federal Institute of Acre (IFAC). In order to obtain the generating themes and to constitute the thematic network, the methodologicals procedures of the Freirian thematic approach dynamics were adopted. The breadth of disciplinary involvement denoted that there were traces of harmonic correlation between the generating themes and financial education as a transversal school thematic axis, which expanded the possibility of offering financial education under dialogical, problematizing, and critical-transforming perspectives. From the investigation of the generative themes, a thematic network was organized that made possible the transversal insertion of financial education in the integrated high school curriculum, configuring itself under a critical-reflective perspective, from the perspective of multidisciplinary and transversal teaching. The contents proposed by the thematic reduction offered a potential and important contribution to the elaboration and implementation of integrative projects, as these are articulators of different fields of knowledge. Finally, the dynamics of Freire's thematic approach were validated as an appropriate method for the transversal insertion of financial education from a critical-transforming perspective, from which it becomes possible to carry out school education based on omnilateral, unitary, and polytechnics.
Yield, chemical composition, and efficiency of utilization of applied nitrogen from BRS Kurumi pastures
Authors: Alves Joyce Pereira , Mendes Sanayra Silva , Galeano Edgar Salvador Jara , Orrico Junior Marco Antonio Previdelli , Fernandes Tatiane , Retore Marciana , Orrico Ana Carolina Amorim , Lopes Lucas Silva
Published: June 2022

ABSTRACT: The objective was to evaluate the effect of nitrogen fertilization levels on productivity, and nutritional value of BRS Kurumi managed at different residue heights during rainy and dry periods of the year. The pasture was managed in three residue heights (20, 35, and 50 cm) and three nitrogen fertilization levels (0, 100, and 200 kg N/ha/year) during the rainy and dry seasons. When the height of the grass of each plot reached 80 cm, the Kurumi was cut manually at the pre-established residue heights. Around 89% of the dry matter (DM) production was observed during the rainy season. The residue height of 35 cm together with doses of 100 or 200 kg N/ha/year, and the residue height of 20 cm, with a dose of 100 kg N/ha/year were the treatments that had the highest DM production during the rainy period. No differences in DM production were observed between tested treatments during the dry period. The Kurumi cultivated during the dry period had the highest content of neutral detergent fiber and lowest digestibility. The Kurumi managed with residue heights of 20 and 35 cm and fertilized with 100 kg N/ha had the highest values of efficiency of utilization applied nitrogen. The use of 20 or 35 cm of residue height and 100 kg of N/ha/year is recommended to obtain greater biomass production and nutrients, nutritional quality, and nitrogen use efficiency.
An RT-rtPCR assay for detection of rabies virus in bovine specimens
Authors: Almeida Gisane Lanes de , Monteiro Francielle Liz , Merchioratto Ingryd , Mortari Ana Paula Gnocato , Cargnelutti Juliana Felipetto , Weiblen Rudi , Flores Eduardo Furtado
Published: June 2022

ABSTRACT: Bovine rabies is endemic in most Brazilian States, including Rio Grande do Sul (RS), which has faced an unprecedented rabies outbreak between 2011 and 2018. We described a real-time reverse transcription quantitative PCR (RT-rtPCR) for detection of rabies virus (RABV) in bovine samples. The primers were designed targeting a highly conserved region of the nucleoprotein (N) gene of RABV obtained from cattle. The detection limit corresponded to 13 DNA copies and the intra- and inter-run repeatability was adequate (CV<9%) in all dilutions tested. Amplification of other pathogens associated with neurological disease in cattle or cross-contamination was not observed. Brain samples from cattle suspicious of rabies (n=21) were tested in triplicate by the RT-rtPCR and by the gold-standard direct fluorescent antibody test (DFAT), resulting in 100% of sensitivity and specificity of the RT-rtPCR. Testing of additional 41 bovine brain samples submitted to the routine DFAT testing yielded 37 (90.2%) concordant results (30 positive/7 negative) and 4 (9.7%) inconclusive in DFAT and RT-rtPCR positive. These results showed a good concordance between the tests and a higher sensitivity of the RT-rtPCR. This assay represents an alternative for RABV detection, either as a confirmatory test or for large-scale diagnosis in endemic regions.
Nasal mucosal mineralization, ulceration and epistaxis in a dog with uremia caused by chronic renal failure
Authors: Barraza Vanessa Cirinéa Tapia , Marcus Valentina Berté , Gonçalves Paula Nitiana Campos , Rosa Eliza Ferreira da , Flores Mariana Martins
Published: June 2022

ABSTRACT: Soft tissue mineralization and epithelial ulceration are common findings in dogs with uremia, being commonly reported in the gastrointestinal tract, lungs and pleura. This report described a case of nasal mucosal mineralization and ulceration contributing to recurrent epistaxis in a dog with chronic renal failure and uremia. A dog with recurrent epistaxis accompanied by elevated urea and creatinine was hospitalized. Platelet count and coagulation tests were within normal limits. Chronic renal failure was diagnosed, and the dog was euthanized. On necropsy, the kidneys were small, with an irregular capsular surface. The nasal conchae were slightly reddish. Histopathology revealed chronic glomerulonephritis, with gastric mineralization and bilateral parathyroid hyperplasia. Vascular and basal lamina mineralization, epithelial ulceration and hemorrhage were seen in the nasal conchae. The observed findings indicated that nasal mineralization and ulceration were caused by uremia. The severity of histopathological findings suggested that nasal mineralization/ulceration may have caused or at least contributed to epistaxis in this dog. We hope to stimulate further investigations into possible association between uremia, nasal mucosa mineralization/ulceration and epistaxis in dogs.
Morphometric and gut microbial evaluation of Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) fed on different levels of Moringa oleifera
Authors: Taj M. U. , Habib A. , Ameer M. , Iqbal R. , Abbas B. , Ashraf Z. , Fatima N. , Attique J. , Asim M. , Khalid M. S. , Zohaib M.
Published: June 2022

Abstract In current study, different feeding levels of Moringa oleifera formulated diet was compared to analyze the growth performance, feed conversion ratio, feed conversion efficiency and gut microbiology of Oreochromis niloticus. The study was comprised of four treatment groups including 4%, 8% and 12% Moringa oleifera and one control group which was devoid of Moringa leaves. The experimental trial was conducted at the Zoology laboratory of Pakistan Institute of Applied and Social Sciences, (PIASS) Kasur. The physicochemical parameters of water such as temperature, dissolve oxygen, pH, total dissolved solids and salinity in all aquaria were found non-significantly different from each other. In control condition T1, the average weight gain was 14.89±16.90a grams, while average length gain was 11.52±7.444a cm. However, the total viable count on Eosin methylene blue was 7.4×107, 5.8×107 on Tryptic soy agar and 5.8×107on Nutrient agar. In T2, the average weight gain was 16.22±16.09b grams and average length gain was 12.97±7.79b cm. The total viable count on Eosin methylene blue was 7×107, 5.5×107 on Tryptic soy agar and 5.8×107on Nutrient agar. In T3, the average weight gain was 37.88±27.43c grams, while the average length gain was recorded as 16.48±12.56c cm. However, the total viable count for treatment 3 was 6.4×10 on Eosin methylene blue, 4.8×107 on Tryptic soy agar and 5.2×107on Nutrient agar. In T4, the average weight gain was 44.22±31.67d grams, while the average length gain was 15.25±10.49d cm. The total viable count was 4.3×107on Eosin methylene blue, 3.1×107 on Tryptic soy agar and 3.8×107 on Nutrient agar. The effect of Moringa oleifera on the growth of Oreochromis niloticus was found to be significant and 12% Moringa extract showed maximum length and weight gain and minimum feed conversion ratio with the least microbial count in fish intestine.
Plant diversity in Sabkha ecosystems of arid region: spatial and environmental drivers
Authors: Al-Amro A. M. , Al-Qahtani S. M.
Published: June 2022

Abstract This study investigated the effects of spatial and environmental factors and their interactions on plant species composition in salt marsh (Sabkha) ecosystem located in arid region (Saudi Arabia). The plant species and environmental variables were investigated in 38 sites located in three regions. A total of 15 environmental variables were measured in each site and the geographical coordinates were used to extract spatial variables (using PCNM). A total of 81plant species were reported from 38 sites. The three regions showed patterns of homogeneity of multivariate dispersions (i.e. beta diversity). The PCNM analysis extracted 18 PCNM vectors and only 3 vectors were retained after forward selection. The spatial variables (selected PCNM vectors) explained only 3.21% of the variation in species composition of plants (using variation partitioning technique). However, eight environmental variables were selected after forward selection (Lead, Copper, total organic matter, Potassium, Magnesium, pH, Zinc and Iron, F= 4.72, P<0.05) and explained 19.61% of the total variation in the species composition. In conclusion, the plant communities in Sabkhas were not spatially structured due to the low percentage of variation explained by the spatial variables (PCNM vectors). The environmental variables were corresponded to the high fraction of variation explained. On the other hand, Sabkhas in Saudi Arabia are considered a hot spot for diversity not only for plants but for other animals (birds, vertebrates and invertebrates). Therefore, immediate conservation plans should be implemented to reduce the adverse effect of urbanization, industrialization as well as other anthropogenic activities.