cometadata/datacite-titles-descriptions-related-identifiers huggingface dataset:
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7512080.v1
title: Quality evaluation of the water used for irrigation in the Córrego Sujo basin, Teresópolis, RJ

description: Abstract This study aimed to evaluate the physical, chemical and microbiological quality of the water used for vegetables irrigation in the Córrego Sujo basin, Teresopolis-RJ; an important agricultural pole that supplies the metropolitan region of Rio de Janeiro. Analysis of fecal coliforms, total heterotrophic bacteria and physicochemical parameters were held in eight different points of the river channels in this basin. According to the CONAMA Resolution 357/2005, physicochemical parameters results, except for dissolved oxygen, in two stations (6 and 7) showed proper values for irrigation of raw consumed vegetables and low vegetation like those cultivated in the region. However, according to the same resolution, only one station (4) presented water with proper microbiological quality for the same purpose. Our results indicate the need for greater quality control of the water used for irrigation in this region as vegetables irrigation with contaminated water can transmit several diseases.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7743437
title: Do human resources policies and practices produce resilient public servants? Evidence of the validity of a structural model and measurement models

description: Abstract Purpose: Based on the relevance of resilience in the workplace and the importance of effective human resource management strategies in organizations, this research proposes to identify the influence of human resource management policies and practices on public servant resilience at work. Design/methodology/approach: The data from this quantitative study were analyzed by means of confirmatory factor analysis and regression analysis using structural equation modeling. The data collection was carried out through a survey. Findings: Involvement policy was the only predictor of resilience at work. In addition, the results revealed two scales (HRPPS and Resilience at Work Scale) with validity and reliability, which can be used in relational scientific studies. Originality/value: This research contributes to empirical studies in the area of organizational behavior regarding the background investigation of resilience at work and especially the analysis of a relationship between variables not yet explored in the literature.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7510436
title: NEW URBAN LANDSCAPES OF THE MINHA CASA, MINHA VIDA PROGRAM

description: ABSTRACT The "Minha casa, minha vida" (My house, My life) program, the country's largest housing program in the last 30 years, changed the landscape of many Brazilian cities. Launched in 2009, in the second term of former President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, he became one of Dilma Rousseff's main government policies Rousseff and was responsible for the construction, on the urban fringes around the country, of sets of tens, hundreds or even thousands small houses. Designed to streamline construction and combat the effects of the international economic crisis, it became an instrument to reduce the housing deficit in the country, but does not escape criticism from the experts who have studied their ventures. The article after a short presentation of its history, discusses its effects on the landscape of cities, measured through photos taken in field or collected on the Internet and Google Earth vertical images. Specific examples are chosen in medium-sized cities, and in some capitals. Finally two interviews help complete the program evaluation.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7510976
title: Mean platelet volume in patients with prolactinoma

description: ABSTRACT Objective Prolactin is a multifunctional pituitary hormone. The effect of prolactin on platelet activation is not well understood. Prolactinomas are the most common type of pituitary adenomas, and they are medically responsive to dopamine agonists. Mean platelet volume (MPV) is a marker of platelet function and activation. The aim of this study was to evaluate MPV values before and 6 months of cabergoline treatment when normoprolactinemia was achieved. Subjects and methods A total of 101 newly diagnosed prolactinoma patients and 102 healthy control subjects were included in the study. Patients with hematological disorders that affect MPV and those on medications were excluded. Prolactin, platelet count and MPV levels were recorded before and 6 months after the initiation of cabergoline treatment (0.5 to 1 mg, two times a week). Results There was no significant difference in platelet count and MPV before and after 6 months of treatment with cabergoline in patients with prolactinoma compared with the control group (p &gt; 0.05). Conclusion Our results showed that MPV, a marker of platelet function, was unchanged in patients with prolactinoma.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7743437.v1
title: Do human resources policies and practices produce resilient public servants? Evidence of the validity of a structural model and measurement models

description: Abstract Purpose: Based on the relevance of resilience in the workplace and the importance of effective human resource management strategies in organizations, this research proposes to identify the influence of human resource management policies and practices on public servant resilience at work. Design/methodology/approach: The data from this quantitative study were analyzed by means of confirmatory factor analysis and regression analysis using structural equation modeling. The data collection was carried out through a survey. Findings: Involvement policy was the only predictor of resilience at work. In addition, the results revealed two scales (HRPPS and Resilience at Work Scale) with validity and reliability, which can be used in relational scientific studies. Originality/value: This research contributes to empirical studies in the area of organizational behavior regarding the background investigation of resilience at work and especially the analysis of a relationship between variables not yet explored in the literature.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7517678
title: EFFICIENCY OF THE CURVE NUMBER METHOD OF RAINWATER RETENTION

description: ABSTRACT The present study presents the results of research whose main objective was to use hydrological data on flow to verify the efficiency of the parameter curve number (CN) of rainwater retention in river basins on a regional scale, through multivariate statistical analysis, to contribute to the administration and management of water resources. The CN is part of the method of estimating flow used by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS). This rainfall-runoff model is used to estimate flow in small river basins, based on soil data and the evolution of land use and occupation. The method was applied to 14 hydrographic sub-basins - PR, whose confluences coincide with the gauging stations, to set up the sampling points for the multivariate statistical analysis of canonical correlation. The result of the canonical correlation, represented by the canonical R was equal to 0.90 with canonical R2 equal to 0.81, chi-square (χ2) of 15.8577 and DF (degrees of freedom) equal to 7, which is very significant and expresses a high correlation between the method and flow rates. These results confirm the hypothesis that the CN can be validated by the flow.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7510985
title: TSH reference values in the first trimester of gestation and correlation between maternal TSH and obstetric and neonatal outcomes: a prospective Brazilian study

description: ABSTRACT Objective To define the normal range of TSH in the first trimester of gestation and to evaluate the correlation between maternal TSH and obstetric and neonatal outcomes. Subjects and methods Prospective study. Women without known or clinically suspected thyroid disease and without risk factors for thyroid dysfunction, who became pregnant spontaneously and were initially evaluated up to week 12 of gestation, were included. Women with positive anti-thyroperoxidase antibodies, twin pregnancy, hyperemesis gravidarum, and trophoblastic disease were excluded. Results In the 660 pregnant women, the mean, median, and 2.5th and 97.5th percentiles of TSH were 0.9, 0.96, 0.04 and 2.68 mIU/L, respectively. TSH was undetectable in 2%, &lt; 0.5 mIU/L in 17.4%, &gt; 2 mIU/L in 9.7%, &gt; 2.5 mIU/L in 4.7%, and &gt; 3 mIU/L in 1%. None of the women received levothyroxine or antithyroid drugs during pregnancy. In addition, there was no difference in obstetric or neonatal outcomes when women with TSH ≤ 0.1, between 0.1 and 2.5, and between 2.5 and 4 mIU/L were compared. Conclusion In the population studied, the TSH value corresponding to the 97.5th percentile was 2.68 mIU/L in the first trimester of gestation.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7517678.v1
title: EFFICIENCY OF THE CURVE NUMBER METHOD OF RAINWATER RETENTION

description: ABSTRACT The present study presents the results of research whose main objective was to use hydrological data on flow to verify the efficiency of the parameter curve number (CN) of rainwater retention in river basins on a regional scale, through multivariate statistical analysis, to contribute to the administration and management of water resources. The CN is part of the method of estimating flow used by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS). This rainfall-runoff model is used to estimate flow in small river basins, based on soil data and the evolution of land use and occupation. The method was applied to 14 hydrographic sub-basins - PR, whose confluences coincide with the gauging stations, to set up the sampling points for the multivariate statistical analysis of canonical correlation. The result of the canonical correlation, represented by the canonical R was equal to 0.90 with canonical R2 equal to 0.81, chi-square (χ2) of 15.8577 and DF (degrees of freedom) equal to 7, which is very significant and expresses a high correlation between the method and flow rates. These results confirm the hypothesis that the CN can be validated by the flow.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7510985.v1
title: TSH reference values in the first trimester of gestation and correlation between maternal TSH and obstetric and neonatal outcomes: a prospective Brazilian study

description: ABSTRACT Objective To define the normal range of TSH in the first trimester of gestation and to evaluate the correlation between maternal TSH and obstetric and neonatal outcomes. Subjects and methods Prospective study. Women without known or clinically suspected thyroid disease and without risk factors for thyroid dysfunction, who became pregnant spontaneously and were initially evaluated up to week 12 of gestation, were included. Women with positive anti-thyroperoxidase antibodies, twin pregnancy, hyperemesis gravidarum, and trophoblastic disease were excluded. Results In the 660 pregnant women, the mean, median, and 2.5th and 97.5th percentiles of TSH were 0.9, 0.96, 0.04 and 2.68 mIU/L, respectively. TSH was undetectable in 2%, &lt; 0.5 mIU/L in 17.4%, &gt; 2 mIU/L in 9.7%, &gt; 2.5 mIU/L in 4.7%, and &gt; 3 mIU/L in 1%. None of the women received levothyroxine or antithyroid drugs during pregnancy. In addition, there was no difference in obstetric or neonatal outcomes when women with TSH ≤ 0.1, between 0.1 and 2.5, and between 2.5 and 4 mIU/L were compared. Conclusion In the population studied, the TSH value corresponding to the 97.5th percentile was 2.68 mIU/L in the first trimester of gestation.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7511162
title: Positioning analysis of Medical Entities - 2015-2016

description: ABSTRACT The objective of this paper is to report a research that analyzed the Medical Entities (EM) understanding on health policy and the health system in Brazil in 2015 and 2016. Monitoring, processing, and classification of news released in three official MS sites were carried out, totaling 648 subjects. Most of the publications were found in Conselho Federal de Medicina (CFM) and Federação Brasileira dos Médicos (Fenam), being 44% in each site. ‘More Medical Program’ and ‘Medical Movement’ were the most frequent themes in the publications, which expressed opposition of the entities to the policies established by the Federal Government before the impeachment. The results indicate that EM advocate corporate interests, deviating themselves from the principles and guidelines inherent to the Brazilian Health Reform.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7511162.v1
title: Positioning analysis of Medical Entities - 2015-2016

description: ABSTRACT The objective of this paper is to report a research that analyzed the Medical Entities (EM) understanding on health policy and the health system in Brazil in 2015 and 2016. Monitoring, processing, and classification of news released in three official MS sites were carried out, totaling 648 subjects. Most of the publications were found in Conselho Federal de Medicina (CFM) and Federação Brasileira dos Médicos (Fenam), being 44% in each site. ‘More Medical Program’ and ‘Medical Movement’ were the most frequent themes in the publications, which expressed opposition of the entities to the policies established by the Federal Government before the impeachment. The results indicate that EM advocate corporate interests, deviating themselves from the principles and guidelines inherent to the Brazilian Health Reform.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7512071
title: Association between cognitive ability and the occurrence of falls in elderly

description: Abstract Introduction Cognitive changes due to human aging process represent important conditions as they directly affect functionality and predispose subjects to falls. Objective To investigate the association between cognitive ability and falls in an elderly population and to characterize their profile. Methodology Cross-sectional study from the Health Survey project at Juiz de Fora, MG. The analyzed variables were calculated by applying the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) and a semi-structured questionnaire containing questions on sociodemographic and falls occurence. We estimated the absolute and relative frequencies and used the chi-square (c2) to investigate the association between cognitive ability indicated by MMSE and falls, the significance level was 5%. Results 462 elderly, mean age 71.03 (SD = 7.79) and 3.64 years of schooling (SD = 3.26), 64.8% female and 28.14% showed cognitive decline; frequency of falls in the group with cognitive impairment was 42% and there was an association between cognitive ability and falls (p = 0.043). Conclusion Elderly patients with cognitive impairment had a higher frequency of falls compared with general elderly population. This finding together with the association between cognitive impairment and falls, reinforce the need for preventive measures and new health practices with an emphasis on healthy aging.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11351111.v1
title: Performance-based instrument to assess functional capacity in community-dwelling older adults

description: ABSTRACT Functional capacity (FC) is a mediator between neuropsychological functions and real-world functioning, but there is a lack of evidence of its correlation in community-dwelling older adults. Objective: The study aim was to determine the FC level of community-dwelling older adults using the UCSD Performance-based Skills Assessment (UPSA) and to evaluate correlation with cognitive screening tests. Methods: Senior center participants were selected according to inclusion criteria: Portuguese fluency, age ≥60 years and self-reported independent living. The subject exclusion criteria were: dementia or other DSM-5 diagnoses, suicidal ideation or intent, non-completion of assessment battery, enrollment in another psychosocial intervention or pharmacotherapy study. FC level was determined by the UPSA, brief UPSA (UPSA-B) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living scale (IADL’s). The Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE), Memory of Figure Test (MFT), Verbal Fluency Test (VFT) and Clock Drawing Test (CDT) were used for cognitive assessment. A total of 35 subjects that had a mean age of 72 years, were predominantly females(88.6%) and had mean education level of 11.25 years were evaluated. Results: Mean UPSA and UPSA-B scores were 78.5 and 70, respectively. A statistically significant correlation was observed between the UPSA and IADL, MMSE and VFT. Conclusion: The UPSA serves as a screening assessment of FC in community-dwelling older adults, showing a positive correlation with cognitive screening tests.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7509848
title: Biometric testicular and serum testosterone concentration of Brazilian Ponies stallions

description: SUMMARY Evaluation of the testis size is very important in stallions’ selection, since it is an indirect determinant of their reproductive potential. The aim of this study was to evaluate the biometric testicular traits, calculate the volume testicular and analyze the serum testosterone concentration of the stallion. During six months were measured the tests of adults Brazilian Ponies stallions from northern of Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil. The length, the width and the height of the testicles (TL, TW and TH) were measured. From these measurements, the total testicular volume (TTV) was calculated. The serum testosterone concentration was also evaluated. The data were studied by analysis of variance and were calculated the correlations among the traits. The average of the testis biometry were TL 5.8 ± 0.6 cm; TW 3.8 ± 0.5 cm; TH 4.7 ± 0.4 cm and 111.2 ± 27.7 for TTV. Mean of serum testosterone concentration was 0.89 ± 0.52 ng/dl. High correlations between biometry testicular traits with testicular volume were observed and low to moderate correlations were observed for testicular traits, testosterone and sperm output. The testis size could be an important trait that assists to the prediction of stallion's reproductive potential of the Brazilian ponies stallions. It is suggested that there would be no fluctuation in serum testosterone concentration in Brazilian ponies stallions that coult afect on its fertility.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7509848.v1
title: Biometric testicular and serum testosterone concentration of Brazilian Ponies stallions

description: SUMMARY Evaluation of the testis size is very important in stallions’ selection, since it is an indirect determinant of their reproductive potential. The aim of this study was to evaluate the biometric testicular traits, calculate the volume testicular and analyze the serum testosterone concentration of the stallion. During six months were measured the tests of adults Brazilian Ponies stallions from northern of Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil. The length, the width and the height of the testicles (TL, TW and TH) were measured. From these measurements, the total testicular volume (TTV) was calculated. The serum testosterone concentration was also evaluated. The data were studied by analysis of variance and were calculated the correlations among the traits. The average of the testis biometry were TL 5.8 ± 0.6 cm; TW 3.8 ± 0.5 cm; TH 4.7 ± 0.4 cm and 111.2 ± 27.7 for TTV. Mean of serum testosterone concentration was 0.89 ± 0.52 ng/dl. High correlations between biometry testicular traits with testicular volume were observed and low to moderate correlations were observed for testicular traits, testosterone and sperm output. The testis size could be an important trait that assists to the prediction of stallion's reproductive potential of the Brazilian ponies stallions. It is suggested that there would be no fluctuation in serum testosterone concentration in Brazilian ponies stallions that coult afect on its fertility.
DOI: 10.6092/unibo/amsacta/6634
title: DATASET COVID-19 (April-May 2020)

description: Data were collected by a consortium of partners (Università di Napoli Federico II, Università del Salento, Università di Torino, Università Cattolica Milano, SIPCO, Società Italiana di Psicologia di Comunità) coordinated by the University of Bologna to understand the psychosocial factors underlying civic and precautionary behaviour related to the COVID emergency; understanding the psychosocial impact of the emergency in terms of perspective on the future and the factors of resilience. Female = 69.5%; mean age = 39.82 ± standard deviation [SD] 14.25; range 18-84; two respondents were missing on this variable and were excluded from data analyses due to this. Of the participants, 32.3% had a high school diploma, 15.7% a bachelor’s degree, 24.3% a master’s degree, and 15.9% a post-degree title (e.g., post-graduate specialization, Ph.D.); only 3.9% of the respondents had a vocational diploma and 7.9% an education title lower than secondary school ones. Participants’ employment status was 46.5% employees (of which the majority were in smart working), 16.1% self-employed, 16.1% students, 4.9% researchers, 3.3% seasonal workers; 7.5% unemployed, and 6.1% retired; 2.8% of the respondents declared other occupations.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14269716
title: Transfers of deceased migrants from United States to Michoacan, Mexico

description: Abstract This research aims to identify the sociodemographic characteristics, causes of death, and distribution of the repatriations of remains made from the USA to the state of Michoacán in Mexico in the years 2005-2015, as well as to understand the meaning given to death and repatriation of the deceased by their relatives. Through a mixed methods research design, a descriptive analysis of the figures of returned people from Michoacan were analyzed, and the testimony of 3 relatives is included. The return of 2950 corpses of deceased migrants was identified. Amid the pain associated with death, being able to bury their family member helps them face death as a real event that they can verify, thereby mitigating part of the suffering of the mourners.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7510976.v1
title: Mean platelet volume in patients with prolactinoma

description: ABSTRACT Objective Prolactin is a multifunctional pituitary hormone. The effect of prolactin on platelet activation is not well understood. Prolactinomas are the most common type of pituitary adenomas, and they are medically responsive to dopamine agonists. Mean platelet volume (MPV) is a marker of platelet function and activation. The aim of this study was to evaluate MPV values before and 6 months of cabergoline treatment when normoprolactinemia was achieved. Subjects and methods A total of 101 newly diagnosed prolactinoma patients and 102 healthy control subjects were included in the study. Patients with hematological disorders that affect MPV and those on medications were excluded. Prolactin, platelet count and MPV levels were recorded before and 6 months after the initiation of cabergoline treatment (0.5 to 1 mg, two times a week). Results There was no significant difference in platelet count and MPV before and after 6 months of treatment with cabergoline in patients with prolactinoma compared with the control group (p &gt; 0.05). Conclusion Our results showed that MPV, a marker of platelet function, was unchanged in patients with prolactinoma.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14269716.v1
title: Transfers of deceased migrants from United States to Michoacan, Mexico

description: Abstract This research aims to identify the sociodemographic characteristics, causes of death, and distribution of the repatriations of remains made from the USA to the state of Michoacán in Mexico in the years 2005-2015, as well as to understand the meaning given to death and repatriation of the deceased by their relatives. Through a mixed methods research design, a descriptive analysis of the figures of returned people from Michoacan were analyzed, and the testimony of 3 relatives is included. The return of 2950 corpses of deceased migrants was identified. Amid the pain associated with death, being able to bury their family member helps them face death as a real event that they can verify, thereby mitigating part of the suffering of the mourners.