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DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258487
title: Scharioth Macula Lens (SML)

description: Abstract Objective: In this review we critically evaluated the publications on the intraocular implant of the Scharioth Macular Lens (SML) in patients with advanced stages of Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD). Methods: The literature search was done in Pubmed and Google Scholar database, with the term dry AMD, devices and Scharioth Macula Lens. We use prospective, retrospective articles or case reports published in English or Portuguese in the last five years under these terms. Results: A total of 19 articles were found, all in English. Of these, 5 were related to complications of cataract surgery and another to Exudative Macular Degeneration. Therefore, 13 references were used for this review. Conclusion: Scharioth Macula Lens was developed for pseudophakic eyes with AMD and has also been used in patients with other maculopathies. The initial results reported are encouraging.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258493
title: HUMOR AS CATALYST AND NEUTRALIZER OF LEADERSHIP EFFECTIVENESS

description: ABSTRACT This study examines the effects of (in)consistent leadership behaviors in promoting (or suppressing) relevant work outcomes for temporary employees such as interns. Specifically, to better understand the drivers of internship effectiveness, we hypothesized that supervisor humor interacts with leadership style, sending implicit messages about the organizational and supervisory relationship, thus shaping interns’ attitudes and behaviors. Using a sample of 164 interns, we empirically examined the moderating effect of humor (affiliative and aggressive) on the relationship between leadership styles (transformational and laissez-faire), attitudes (satisfaction and stress), and behaviors (negligence and job acceptance intentions) using a two-wave research design. Our findings were consistent with the hypotheses, suggesting that humor needs to be tailored to leadership styles to predict interns’ attitudinal and behavioral responses, with different types of humor interacting differently across leadership styles. Implications for further research are discussed.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258484
title: Practicability of somatic cell count and electrical conductivity as subclinical mastitis diagnostic tests in camels (Camelus dromedarius)

description: ABSTRACT Critical gaps exist in our understanding of the diagnostic reliability of subclinical mastitis tests in dromedary camels. Using a retrospective longitudinal cross-sectional approach, 191 lactating camels were randomly sampled from 47 camel herds to investigate at first the practicability of somatic cell count (SCC) and electrical conductivity (EC) tests as subclinical mastitis tests in camels through their validations by California mastitis test (CMT) score, and then through the subsequent employments of those objective means in assessing certain potential risk markers predisposing camels to this disease. Results indicate the reliability and validity of SCC test, in contrast to EC test, in distinguishing subclinical mastitic udders in camels, as demonstrated by the strong interrelationships ( r = 0.83 vs 0.12; R 2 = 0.80 vs 0.02), excellent agreement beyond chance (kappa coefficient = 0.76 vs 0.09) between SCC test and CMT scores, as well as by the high sensitivity of SCC test [Area Under Curve (AUC) = 0.94 vs 0.48] in distinguishing mastitic udders compared to the EC test. Based on the SCC test, the calculated overall prevalence rate for subclinical mastitis was 35 %, and the breed, parity, and lactation period were the only risk markers predisposing camels to subclinical mastitis. Collectively, it can be concluded that the objective SCC test possesses considerable diagnostic merit for early detection of subclinical mastitis in camels, while the EC test was non-satisfactory and non-diagnostic. Accordingly, it seems logical to base herd management decisions on SCC readings using the cut-off Log10SCC value of 5.67 (or SCC = 472.50 × 03 cells mL–1).
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258496.v1
title: PRICE AND QUALITY OF COFFEE (COFFEA ARABICA L.) DRIED USING AIR DEHUMIDIFIED BY CONVECTION

description: ABSTRACT Grain drying processes have been improved to reduce costs and losses of coffee beverage quality. The objectives of this study were to evaluate the quality of coffee dried using air partially dehumidified before entering drying units (DUs) in four coffee-producing farms, as well as the effects of such process on coffee commercial value. The method consisted of obtaining three samples (triplicates) of coffee dried in both DUs and concrete terraces (control) for mean multiple comparisons. The following variables were analyzed for sieve #13 and hand-picked beans: defect number, cupping test, and pricing. Evaluations were carried out by three professional graders. The results showed that coffee dried in the DUs presented fewer broken grains, higher cupping score, and less negative factors of handsorting and defects. As a conclusion, it should be emphasized an average increase of 12.11% in price for coffee beans previously dehumidified.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258487.v1
title: Scharioth Macula Lens (SML)

description: Abstract Objective: In this review we critically evaluated the publications on the intraocular implant of the Scharioth Macular Lens (SML) in patients with advanced stages of Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD). Methods: The literature search was done in Pubmed and Google Scholar database, with the term dry AMD, devices and Scharioth Macula Lens. We use prospective, retrospective articles or case reports published in English or Portuguese in the last five years under these terms. Results: A total of 19 articles were found, all in English. Of these, 5 were related to complications of cataract surgery and another to Exudative Macular Degeneration. Therefore, 13 references were used for this review. Conclusion: Scharioth Macula Lens was developed for pseudophakic eyes with AMD and has also been used in patients with other maculopathies. The initial results reported are encouraging.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258493.v1
title: HUMOR AS CATALYST AND NEUTRALIZER OF LEADERSHIP EFFECTIVENESS

description: ABSTRACT This study examines the effects of (in)consistent leadership behaviors in promoting (or suppressing) relevant work outcomes for temporary employees such as interns. Specifically, to better understand the drivers of internship effectiveness, we hypothesized that supervisor humor interacts with leadership style, sending implicit messages about the organizational and supervisory relationship, thus shaping interns’ attitudes and behaviors. Using a sample of 164 interns, we empirically examined the moderating effect of humor (affiliative and aggressive) on the relationship between leadership styles (transformational and laissez-faire), attitudes (satisfaction and stress), and behaviors (negligence and job acceptance intentions) using a two-wave research design. Our findings were consistent with the hypotheses, suggesting that humor needs to be tailored to leadership styles to predict interns’ attitudinal and behavioral responses, with different types of humor interacting differently across leadership styles. Implications for further research are discussed.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258481
title: HYSTERESIS AND THERMAL INERTIA OF SPHERES OF ALTERNATIVE MATERIALS FOR BLACK GLOBE THERMOMETERS

description: ABSTRACT This research was conducted with the objective of evaluating the thermal inertia and hysteresis of the following materials in a wind tunnel: hollow copper sphere with 150.0 mm diameter used as standard in globe thermometers, hollow brass sphere with 75.0 mm diameter, and two hollow plastic spheres with 115.5 and 69.7 mm diameter. The results showed that the thermal inertia and hysteresis for the hollow copper sphere were approximately 24 and 28 min, respectively; these values were bigger than those obtained for the other spheres, implying faster responses of these. While there were no statistical differences in the measurements conducted by globe thermometers which are used to indicate the black globe temperature with the different types of spheres mentioned above under indoor environment conditions, i.e., with no wind and solar radiation, the wind causes faster cooling in smaller spheres under outdoor environment conditions, which may denote erroneous interpretations of the measurements at those instants. It was concluded that it is possible to replace the hollow copper sphere of diameter 150 mm by other types of spheres to measure the black globe temperature. However, this requires knowledge of the response times of the spheres as well as corrections to be made in the measurements with respect to the globe thermometer standard.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258478
title: Centration in refractive surgery

description: ABSTRACT The point of centration for refractive surgery is a theme of great importance that generates considerable discussion among specialists and surgeons in the field. Notably, any changes in light can alter the size of the pupil, and the visual axis of the fixation line to the fovea is unique in each patient. A variety of options have been described in the literature with respect to centration in refractive surgery, and the results differ among these methods. No consensus has been established regarding the ideal refractive surgery technique for evaluation of centration in each patient that will yield a satisfactory surgical result.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258481.v1
title: HYSTERESIS AND THERMAL INERTIA OF SPHERES OF ALTERNATIVE MATERIALS FOR BLACK GLOBE THERMOMETERS

description: ABSTRACT This research was conducted with the objective of evaluating the thermal inertia and hysteresis of the following materials in a wind tunnel: hollow copper sphere with 150.0 mm diameter used as standard in globe thermometers, hollow brass sphere with 75.0 mm diameter, and two hollow plastic spheres with 115.5 and 69.7 mm diameter. The results showed that the thermal inertia and hysteresis for the hollow copper sphere were approximately 24 and 28 min, respectively; these values were bigger than those obtained for the other spheres, implying faster responses of these. While there were no statistical differences in the measurements conducted by globe thermometers which are used to indicate the black globe temperature with the different types of spheres mentioned above under indoor environment conditions, i.e., with no wind and solar radiation, the wind causes faster cooling in smaller spheres under outdoor environment conditions, which may denote erroneous interpretations of the measurements at those instants. It was concluded that it is possible to replace the hollow copper sphere of diameter 150 mm by other types of spheres to measure the black globe temperature. However, this requires knowledge of the response times of the spheres as well as corrections to be made in the measurements with respect to the globe thermometer standard.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258484.v1
title: Practicability of somatic cell count and electrical conductivity as subclinical mastitis diagnostic tests in camels (Camelus dromedarius)

description: ABSTRACT Critical gaps exist in our understanding of the diagnostic reliability of subclinical mastitis tests in dromedary camels. Using a retrospective longitudinal cross-sectional approach, 191 lactating camels were randomly sampled from 47 camel herds to investigate at first the practicability of somatic cell count (SCC) and electrical conductivity (EC) tests as subclinical mastitis tests in camels through their validations by California mastitis test (CMT) score, and then through the subsequent employments of those objective means in assessing certain potential risk markers predisposing camels to this disease. Results indicate the reliability and validity of SCC test, in contrast to EC test, in distinguishing subclinical mastitic udders in camels, as demonstrated by the strong interrelationships ( r = 0.83 vs 0.12; R 2 = 0.80 vs 0.02), excellent agreement beyond chance (kappa coefficient = 0.76 vs 0.09) between SCC test and CMT scores, as well as by the high sensitivity of SCC test [Area Under Curve (AUC) = 0.94 vs 0.48] in distinguishing mastitic udders compared to the EC test. Based on the SCC test, the calculated overall prevalence rate for subclinical mastitis was 35 %, and the breed, parity, and lactation period were the only risk markers predisposing camels to subclinical mastitis. Collectively, it can be concluded that the objective SCC test possesses considerable diagnostic merit for early detection of subclinical mastitis in camels, while the EC test was non-satisfactory and non-diagnostic. Accordingly, it seems logical to base herd management decisions on SCC readings using the cut-off Log10SCC value of 5.67 (or SCC = 472.50 × 03 cells mL–1).
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258469
title: Unilateral intravitreal dexamethasone implant for diabetic macular edema: effect in the contralateral eye

description: ABSTRACT We describe three patients who had previous heart diseases and nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with clinically significant diabetic macular edema. They underwent unilateral dexamethasone intravitreal implantation. Without ophthalmological treatment in the fellow eye, patients showed marked bilateral improvement in best-corrected visual acuity, optical coherence images, and macular thickness values. These findings provide evidence of the bilateral effect of dexamethasone intravitreal implantation, which may be clinically useful in patients for whom the systemic effects of the drug may affect their general health.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258463
title: Impact of the type of anterior lamellar reconstruction on the success of modified Hughes procedure

description: ABSTRACT Purpose: To determine the long-term functional and cosmetic outcomes in patients who underwent modified Hughes procedure with different types of anterior lamellar reconstruction for lower eyelid defects. Methods: This study included 58 patients who had undergone a modified Hughes flap for reconstruction of lower eyelids after tumor excision within a 10-year period. Data regarding patient demographics, size of eyelid defect, tumor pathology, surgical techniques, functional and cosmetic outcomes, and complications were recorded. Postoperative complications were evaluated according to the type of anterior lamella reconstruction (i.e., advancement flap or free skin graft). Multivariate logistic regression analysis was performed to identify risk factors affecting the success of the procedure. Results: The average size of the lower eyelid defect was 22 ± 6.3 mm (range: 11-30 mm). The anterior lamella was reconstructed with advancement flaps and full-thickness skin grafts in 36 (58.6%) and 24 (41.4%) patients, respectively. Mean follow-up time was 23.6 ± 11.9 months. Postoperative complications included trichiasis (three patients; 5.2%), ectropion (two patients; 3.0%), flap necrosis (one patient; 1.7%), flap dehiscence (one patient; 1.7%), infection (one patient; 1.7%), and eyelid margin erythema (one patient; 1.7%). The rates of complication and secondary surgery were similar among the different types of anterior lamellar reconstruction (p=768 and p=0.139, respectively). Success of the modified Hughes procedure was not significantly affected by any of the identified risk factors (p&gt;0.05). Functional and cosmetic outcomes were 96.6% and 94.8%, respectively. Conclusion: Modified Hughes procedure is a safe and effective option for the reconstruction of small and large defects of the lower eyelid, regardless of the type of anterior lamella reconstruction (i.e., advancement flap or skin graft).
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258466
title: Inverted internal limiting membrane flap for the management of optic disc pit maculopathy

description: ABSTRACT Optic disc pit is a rare congenital anomaly that can cause serous macular detachment. It has no universally accepted single treatment. Recently, several investigators have performed new procedures to directly seal the pit. Herein, we report a case showing a promising method for optic pit maculopathy surgical treatment. We created an inverted internal limiting membrane flap and fold it over the pit to promote barrier in order to stop further fluid accumulation. Gradual absorption of subretinal fluid was observed over 12 months of follow-up. Optical coherence tomography can demonstrate internal limiting membrane folded over the pit and progressive subretinal fluid resolution. This technique resulted in a satisfactory anatomic outcome with good functional improvement in the best-corrected visual acuity.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258466.v1
title: Inverted internal limiting membrane flap for the management of optic disc pit maculopathy

description: ABSTRACT Optic disc pit is a rare congenital anomaly that can cause serous macular detachment. It has no universally accepted single treatment. Recently, several investigators have performed new procedures to directly seal the pit. Herein, we report a case showing a promising method for optic pit maculopathy surgical treatment. We created an inverted internal limiting membrane flap and fold it over the pit to promote barrier in order to stop further fluid accumulation. Gradual absorption of subretinal fluid was observed over 12 months of follow-up. Optical coherence tomography can demonstrate internal limiting membrane folded over the pit and progressive subretinal fluid resolution. This technique resulted in a satisfactory anatomic outcome with good functional improvement in the best-corrected visual acuity.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258469.v1
title: Unilateral intravitreal dexamethasone implant for diabetic macular edema: effect in the contralateral eye

description: ABSTRACT We describe three patients who had previous heart diseases and nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy with clinically significant diabetic macular edema. They underwent unilateral dexamethasone intravitreal implantation. Without ophthalmological treatment in the fellow eye, patients showed marked bilateral improvement in best-corrected visual acuity, optical coherence images, and macular thickness values. These findings provide evidence of the bilateral effect of dexamethasone intravitreal implantation, which may be clinically useful in patients for whom the systemic effects of the drug may affect their general health.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258478.v1
title: Centration in refractive surgery

description: ABSTRACT The point of centration for refractive surgery is a theme of great importance that generates considerable discussion among specialists and surgeons in the field. Notably, any changes in light can alter the size of the pupil, and the visual axis of the fixation line to the fovea is unique in each patient. A variety of options have been described in the literature with respect to centration in refractive surgery, and the results differ among these methods. No consensus has been established regarding the ideal refractive surgery technique for evaluation of centration in each patient that will yield a satisfactory surgical result.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258463.v1
title: Impact of the type of anterior lamellar reconstruction on the success of modified Hughes procedure

description: ABSTRACT Purpose: To determine the long-term functional and cosmetic outcomes in patients who underwent modified Hughes procedure with different types of anterior lamellar reconstruction for lower eyelid defects. Methods: This study included 58 patients who had undergone a modified Hughes flap for reconstruction of lower eyelids after tumor excision within a 10-year period. Data regarding patient demographics, size of eyelid defect, tumor pathology, surgical techniques, functional and cosmetic outcomes, and complications were recorded. Postoperative complications were evaluated according to the type of anterior lamella reconstruction (i.e., advancement flap or free skin graft). Multivariate logistic regression analysis was performed to identify risk factors affecting the success of the procedure. Results: The average size of the lower eyelid defect was 22 ± 6.3 mm (range: 11-30 mm). The anterior lamella was reconstructed with advancement flaps and full-thickness skin grafts in 36 (58.6%) and 24 (41.4%) patients, respectively. Mean follow-up time was 23.6 ± 11.9 months. Postoperative complications included trichiasis (three patients; 5.2%), ectropion (two patients; 3.0%), flap necrosis (one patient; 1.7%), flap dehiscence (one patient; 1.7%), infection (one patient; 1.7%), and eyelid margin erythema (one patient; 1.7%). The rates of complication and secondary surgery were similar among the different types of anterior lamellar reconstruction (p=768 and p=0.139, respectively). Success of the modified Hughes procedure was not significantly affected by any of the identified risk factors (p&gt;0.05). Functional and cosmetic outcomes were 96.6% and 94.8%, respectively. Conclusion: Modified Hughes procedure is a safe and effective option for the reconstruction of small and large defects of the lower eyelid, regardless of the type of anterior lamella reconstruction (i.e., advancement flap or skin graft).
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258454
title: Powdered beverage mix with acerola pulp, whey and maltodextrin

description: ABSTRACT Mixing acerola pulp with whey, a by-product of the dairy industry, led to this study, whose aim was the development of a powdered beverage mix of acerola pulp, whey and maltodextrin (DE20). To determine the proportions of the mixture, a simplex-centroid mixture design was used. Different proportions of the mixture were dehydrated in a spray dryer at 175 °C. The results were evaluated in relation to hygroscopicity, moisture and ascorbic acid. Higher proportions of whey and pulp increased hygroscopicity and moisture, while maltodextrin reduced these parameters. An increase in pulp content raised the levels of ascorbic acid. The proportions (m m-1) of 50% acerola pulp, 25% whey and 25% maltodextrin resulted in significantly lower hygroscopicity (8.25 g 100 g-1) and moisture (1.66%), and appreciable levels of ascorbic acid (1492.49 g 100 g-1). The results indicated that the powder obtained shows good stability after 75 days of storage, with 9.20%, 1.79% and 1146.13 g 100 g-1 of hygroscopicity, moisture and ascorbic acid respectively.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.10258457
title: LEAF TEMPERATURE AND TRANSPIRATION OF PEQUI TREES WITH AND WITHOUT WATER RESTRICTION

description: ABSTRACT The answers to when and how much to irrigate orchards can be obtained based on the measurements of plants' transpiration and leaf temperature. This study aims to determine the leaf temperature and sap flow of the pequi tree (Caryocar brasiliense Camb.), both with and without water restriction. Further, the leaf temperature was measured by infrared thermometry and estimated transpiration using the Granier method, where the thermal dissipation probes are inserted into the plant stems. The experiment was conducted in a 120-plant orchard located in Goiânia-GO, Brazil, from which seven of the plants (3 irrigated and 4 non-irrigated; aged 6.6–7.4 years) were evaluated for eight months (October 2015 to May 2016). The soil was characterized as a dystrophic red latosol, and its water content was determined using the EC-5 capacitance sensors. The results denoted that the leaf temperature of the irrigated plants was lower than the median air temperature during summer and the transition period into the dry season, and the non-irrigated plants exhibited shortage of water availability during the dry season. In dryland conditions, the average transpiration was 24.09 L plant−1 day−1 and, when irrigated, became 42.29 L plant−1 day−1.