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DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900412
title: Bladder preservation in muscle-invasive bladder cancer: a comprehensive review

description: ABSTRACT Background Standard management of muscle-invasive bladder cancer involves radical cystectomy with pelvic lymph node dissection. However, patients may be ineligible for surgery or may wish to avoid the morbidity of cystectomy due to quality of life concerns. Bladder preservation therapies have emerged as alternatives treatment options that can provide comparable oncologic outcomes while maintaining patients’ quality of life. Objective To review bladder preservation therapies, patient selection criteria, and functional and oncologic outcomes for BPT in muscle-invasive bladder cancer. Materials and Methods We conducted a comprehensive literature review of bladder preservation therapies in Pubmed and Embase. Discussion The ideal patient for BPT has low-volume T2 disease, absence of CIS, absence of hydronephrosis, and a maximal TURBT with regular surveillance. Technological advancements involving cancer staging, TURBT technique, and chemotherapy and radiation therapy regimens have improved BPT outcomes, with oncologic outcomes now comparable to those of radical cystectomy. Advancements in BPT also includes a heightened focus on improving quality of life for patients undergoing bladder preservation. Preservation strategies with most evidence for use include trimodality therapy and partial cystectomy with pelvic lymph node dissection. Conclusions This review highlights the breadth of strategies that aim to preserve a patient’s bladder while still optimizing local tumor control and overall survival. Future areas for innovation include the use of predictive biomarkers and implementation of immunotherapy, moving the field towards patient-tailored care.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900415.v1
title: Silverleaf whitefly-resistant common beans: an investigation of antibiosis and/or antixenosis

description: ABSTRACT The silverleaf whitefly Bemisia tabaci biotype B is one of the most important sucking pests of common bean, which causes severe damages and requires frequently synthetic insecticides spraying to protect crop productivity. The use of common bean cultivars resistant to whitefly attack is an important strategy within an integrated pest management (IPM) program. The biological development of B. tabaci confined to 17 bean genotypes was evaluated in greenhouse trials to verify the occurrence of antibiosis. Whitefly adults were released on plants of these genotypes to oviposit, afterward the incubation period of eggs, nymphal period, complete development period (egg–adult), and viability of the silverleaf whitefly nymphs were recorded. As main results, genotype CHIP 300 prolonged the developmental period from egg to adult (~10 days) and BRS Estilo, Arcelina 4, IPR Garça, Tybatã, CHIP 300, IPR Eldorado, H96A102-1-1-1-52, SCS-202-Guará and CHIB 06 caused nymphal mortality, suggesting high levels of antibiosis and/or antixenosis. These genotypes may be helpful in common bean breeding programs aimed at developing commercial cultivars resistant to B. tabaci biotype B.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900421.v1
title: Guava seedlings with rootstocks or interstocks and their reaction to salinity

description: ABSTRACT The introduction of rootstocks for the guava has become necessary due to the advance of guava decline. Among them, Psidium spp. or their hybrids have been evaluated. In addition to disease resistance, tolerance to salinity must be evaluated in the new rootstocks. The aim of this study was to verify the effect of rootstocks and intergrafts on the mineral composition of Psidium spp. submitted to salt stress. The experiment was setup in a randomized block design, with the following treatments (scion/rootstock):P. guineense/P. cattleianum; P. guajava/P. guineense/P. cattleianum; P. guajava‘Paluma’/P. guajava; P. guajava ‘Paluma’/P. guineense; P. guajava ‘Cortibel 1’/P. guajava;P. guajava ‘Cortibel 1’/P. guineense; P. cattleianum (purple) and P. cattleianum (yellow), with three replications and three plants per plot. The plants underwent irrigation with saline solution, and the levels of macronutrients, micronutrients and sodium in the scion leaves were evaluated. As rootstock, P. cattleianum results in greater Na uptake, with higher levels in the leaves of the scions, leading to less tolerance to salt stress.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900412.v1
title: Bladder preservation in muscle-invasive bladder cancer: a comprehensive review

description: ABSTRACT Background Standard management of muscle-invasive bladder cancer involves radical cystectomy with pelvic lymph node dissection. However, patients may be ineligible for surgery or may wish to avoid the morbidity of cystectomy due to quality of life concerns. Bladder preservation therapies have emerged as alternatives treatment options that can provide comparable oncologic outcomes while maintaining patients’ quality of life. Objective To review bladder preservation therapies, patient selection criteria, and functional and oncologic outcomes for BPT in muscle-invasive bladder cancer. Materials and Methods We conducted a comprehensive literature review of bladder preservation therapies in Pubmed and Embase. Discussion The ideal patient for BPT has low-volume T2 disease, absence of CIS, absence of hydronephrosis, and a maximal TURBT with regular surveillance. Technological advancements involving cancer staging, TURBT technique, and chemotherapy and radiation therapy regimens have improved BPT outcomes, with oncologic outcomes now comparable to those of radical cystectomy. Advancements in BPT also includes a heightened focus on improving quality of life for patients undergoing bladder preservation. Preservation strategies with most evidence for use include trimodality therapy and partial cystectomy with pelvic lymph node dissection. Conclusions This review highlights the breadth of strategies that aim to preserve a patient’s bladder while still optimizing local tumor control and overall survival. Future areas for innovation include the use of predictive biomarkers and implementation of immunotherapy, moving the field towards patient-tailored care.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900406
title: COMPARISON OF EUCALYPT, PINE, AND SUGARCANE CELLULOSE FIBERS USED FOR PAPER PRODUCTION

description: ABSTRACT Sugarcane bagasse, a waste material generated by the sugar-alcohol industry, is rich in lignocellulosic components such as cellulose and hemicellulose. The bagasse can be employed as a raw material in the pulp and paper industry, but is currently rarely used for this purpose, due to the availability of traditional sources such as Eucalyptus and Pinus. The objective of this work was to compare the physical and mechanical properties of papers produced using the cellulose extracted from sugarcane, Eucalyptus, and Pinus by the Kraft method. Four paper samples were produced using cellulose obtained from the following fiber sources: (I) 100% sugarcane bagasse; (II) 100% Eucalyptus; (III) 75% Eucalyptus + 25% Pinus; (IV) 75% sugarcane bagasse + 25% Pinus. Physical and mechanical tests were performed based on regulatory methodologies of the paper industry. The results indicated that the physical and mechanical characteristics of the paper produced from the sugarcane cellulose were similar to those of the traditional paper produced using Eucalyptus. Particular features such as good tearing resistance and tensile strength, as well as increased porosity and moisture, could be adjusted according to the intended use of the paper. Therefore, sugarcane bagasse can be considered a sustainable alternative to Eucalyptus and Pinus for the production of high quality paper, adding value to this agricultural residue.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900406.v1
title: COMPARISON OF EUCALYPT, PINE, AND SUGARCANE CELLULOSE FIBERS USED FOR PAPER PRODUCTION

description: ABSTRACT Sugarcane bagasse, a waste material generated by the sugar-alcohol industry, is rich in lignocellulosic components such as cellulose and hemicellulose. The bagasse can be employed as a raw material in the pulp and paper industry, but is currently rarely used for this purpose, due to the availability of traditional sources such as Eucalyptus and Pinus. The objective of this work was to compare the physical and mechanical properties of papers produced using the cellulose extracted from sugarcane, Eucalyptus, and Pinus by the Kraft method. Four paper samples were produced using cellulose obtained from the following fiber sources: (I) 100% sugarcane bagasse; (II) 100% Eucalyptus; (III) 75% Eucalyptus + 25% Pinus; (IV) 75% sugarcane bagasse + 25% Pinus. Physical and mechanical tests were performed based on regulatory methodologies of the paper industry. The results indicated that the physical and mechanical characteristics of the paper produced from the sugarcane cellulose were similar to those of the traditional paper produced using Eucalyptus. Particular features such as good tearing resistance and tensile strength, as well as increased porosity and moisture, could be adjusted according to the intended use of the paper. Therefore, sugarcane bagasse can be considered a sustainable alternative to Eucalyptus and Pinus for the production of high quality paper, adding value to this agricultural residue.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900379
title: Visual abstracts: an innovative way to disseminate scientific Information

description: ABSTRACT Technological innovations often occur and make an impact on many industries. In academia, Visual Abstracts have been a trend and represent a creative and dynamic way to disseminate scientific knowledge. Although still rare in Brazil, more than 15 journals already use Visual Abstracts worldwide. This brief paper intends to present the concept and discuss the potential effectiveness of this innovative tool.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900373
title: FACTORS INFLUENCING STREET TREE HAZARD CONDITION IN RAFAELA, ARGENTINA

description: ABSTRACT Understanding the factors that affect tree hazard condition is important to mitigate it. To quantify these factors for Fraxinus americana L., Morus nigra L., and Populus deltoides Marshall trees we have conducted a survey recording their hazard rating according to the TRAQ methodology. The following covariates were registered for each tree: the number of single tree defects in root collar, trunk and scaffold branches, trunk diameter at breast height (DBH), crown class, crown asymmetry, and the size of the tree pit. A multi-category logistic regression model was fitted to the data using the backward step-wise procedure. Among the factors considered, only the species, crown class, number of single defects in root collar and scaffold branches significantly affected the tree hazard condition. P. deltoids trees had higher values of hazard compared to F. Americana and M. nigra trees. Trees with co-dominant crowns presented a higher probability of being classified as medium and high hazardous than trees with suppressed and dominant crowns. Finally, every single defect observed on root collar and scaffold branches increased the probability of a tree being of medium or high hazardous, by about 3.00 and 1.44 times, respectively. Other factors like crown asymmetry, DBH, and the tree pit size did not have a significant effect on the score of tree hazard. Our results demonstrate that the species selection is an important tool to manage urban tree hazard under the study conditions. At the species level, efforts should be directed towards minimizing defects in root collar, trunk and scaffold branches.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900376
title: BIOFERTILIZERS AND BIOCONTROLLERS AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO THE USE OF CHEMICAL FERTILIZERS AND FUNGICIDES IN THE PROPAGATION OF YERBA MATE BY MINI-CUTTINGS

description: ABSTRACT The production of yerba mate seedlings through seeds has several limitations, which can be overcome by ex vitro vegetative propagation techniques such as the mini-cuttings, in which it is usually necessary to use synthetic chemical fertilizers and fungicides. However, there is a tendency towards sustainable agriculture, using biofertilizers (growth-promoting bacteria) and biocontrollers (Trichoderma sp.). Therefore, the objectives of this work were to evaluate the effect of biofertilizers on the production of mini-cuttings from yerba mate mini-stumps; as well as the effect, of biocontrollers on survival and rooting capacity of mini-cuttings. Strains of Bacillus sp. and Trichoderma asperelloides of yerba mate were used under two radiation conditions. There was a positive relationship between the availability of radiation and the production of mini-cuttings and the rooting capacity. All the mini-stumps sprouted regardless of treatments. The largest production of viable mini-cuttings occurred in a situation of high radiation and fertilization; while the treatments with growth-promoting bacteria and high radiation had intermediate values. The mini-cuttings inoculated with Trichoderma asperelloides had higher rooting percentage, greater number and length of roots than the mini-cuttings treated with fungicide. Therefore, we demonstrated that the use of chemical products can be replaced by biological ones and achieves acceptable yields.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900379.v1
title: Visual abstracts: an innovative way to disseminate scientific Information

description: ABSTRACT Technological innovations often occur and make an impact on many industries. In academia, Visual Abstracts have been a trend and represent a creative and dynamic way to disseminate scientific knowledge. Although still rare in Brazil, more than 15 journals already use Visual Abstracts worldwide. This brief paper intends to present the concept and discuss the potential effectiveness of this innovative tool.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900373.v1
title: FACTORS INFLUENCING STREET TREE HAZARD CONDITION IN RAFAELA, ARGENTINA

description: ABSTRACT Understanding the factors that affect tree hazard condition is important to mitigate it. To quantify these factors for Fraxinus americana L., Morus nigra L., and Populus deltoides Marshall trees we have conducted a survey recording their hazard rating according to the TRAQ methodology. The following covariates were registered for each tree: the number of single tree defects in root collar, trunk and scaffold branches, trunk diameter at breast height (DBH), crown class, crown asymmetry, and the size of the tree pit. A multi-category logistic regression model was fitted to the data using the backward step-wise procedure. Among the factors considered, only the species, crown class, number of single defects in root collar and scaffold branches significantly affected the tree hazard condition. P. deltoids trees had higher values of hazard compared to F. Americana and M. nigra trees. Trees with co-dominant crowns presented a higher probability of being classified as medium and high hazardous than trees with suppressed and dominant crowns. Finally, every single defect observed on root collar and scaffold branches increased the probability of a tree being of medium or high hazardous, by about 3.00 and 1.44 times, respectively. Other factors like crown asymmetry, DBH, and the tree pit size did not have a significant effect on the score of tree hazard. Our results demonstrate that the species selection is an important tool to manage urban tree hazard under the study conditions. At the species level, efforts should be directed towards minimizing defects in root collar, trunk and scaffold branches.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900370
title: Teacher Efficacy for Inclusive Practices (TEIP) Scale Validation

description: ABSTRACT: The purpose of this research was to analyze the psychometric properties of the Brazilian version of Teacher Efficacy for Inclusive Practices (TEIP) Scale. The version translated and adapted to Brazilian culture is called Escala de Eficácia Docente para Práticas Inclusivas (EEDPI) and was applied to a sample of 308 teachers of Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education I and II, in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul. The Factorial Exploratory Analysis showed that its psychometric properties are adequate, as well as the existence of two factors, named “Classroom management” and “Planning and collaboration”. The same sample also responded to the Teacher self-efficacy Scale: short version, considered “gold standard”, in order to evaluate the efficacy of the EEDPI in measuring what it proposes, based on the relation with an external criterion. Spearman’s Correlation Analysis revealed the existence of a positive correlation between the subscales of the instruments, ranging from moderate to strong. The EEDPI still presents good internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha coefficients 0.89, 0.88 and 0.92) and it is an instrument that can aid in the evaluation and monitoring of teacher self-efficacy in view of the inclusion and proposition of the appropriate interventions.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900376.v1
title: BIOFERTILIZERS AND BIOCONTROLLERS AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO THE USE OF CHEMICAL FERTILIZERS AND FUNGICIDES IN THE PROPAGATION OF YERBA MATE BY MINI-CUTTINGS

description: ABSTRACT The production of yerba mate seedlings through seeds has several limitations, which can be overcome by ex vitro vegetative propagation techniques such as the mini-cuttings, in which it is usually necessary to use synthetic chemical fertilizers and fungicides. However, there is a tendency towards sustainable agriculture, using biofertilizers (growth-promoting bacteria) and biocontrollers (Trichoderma sp.). Therefore, the objectives of this work were to evaluate the effect of biofertilizers on the production of mini-cuttings from yerba mate mini-stumps; as well as the effect, of biocontrollers on survival and rooting capacity of mini-cuttings. Strains of Bacillus sp. and Trichoderma asperelloides of yerba mate were used under two radiation conditions. There was a positive relationship between the availability of radiation and the production of mini-cuttings and the rooting capacity. All the mini-stumps sprouted regardless of treatments. The largest production of viable mini-cuttings occurred in a situation of high radiation and fertilization; while the treatments with growth-promoting bacteria and high radiation had intermediate values. The mini-cuttings inoculated with Trichoderma asperelloides had higher rooting percentage, greater number and length of roots than the mini-cuttings treated with fungicide. Therefore, we demonstrated that the use of chemical products can be replaced by biological ones and achieves acceptable yields.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900367
title: Comparision effects of solifenacin, darifenacin, propiverine on ocular parameters in eyes: A prospective study

description: ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate the effects of solifenacin, darifenacin, and propiverine on nasal-, subfoveal-, temporal choroidal thicknesses (NCT, SFCT, TCT), intraocular pressure (IOP) and pupil diameter (PD). Materials and Methods Patients with overactive bladder (OAB) diagnosed according to The International Continence Society were administered with solifenacin, darifenacin or propiverine on a daily basis between November 2017 and May 2018. NCT, SFCT, TCT, IOP, and PD of these patients were measured and compared as initial, fourth and twelfth weeks. Results A total of 165 patients (330 eyes) with OAB were evaluated. Solifenacin (n=140) significantly reduced IOP from 17.30±2.72 mmHg to 16.67±2.56 mmHg (p=0.006) and 16.57±2.41 mmHg (p=0.002), at the fourth and twelfth weeks, respectively. Darifenacin (n=110) significantly reduced NCT from 258.70±23.96 μm to 257.51±22.66 μm (p=0.002) and 255.36±19.69 μm (p=0.038), at the fourth and twelfth weeks, respectively. Propiverine (n=80) significantly increased PD from 4.04±0.48 mm to 4.08±0.44 mm (p=0.009) and 4.09±0.45 mm (p=0.001), at the fourth and twelfth weeks, respectively. Conclusion These findings can help to decide appropriate anticholinergic drug choice in OAB patients. We finally suggest further well-designed randomized prospective studies with a larger population to evaluate the anticholinergic-related complications in eyes.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900367.v1
title: Comparision effects of solifenacin, darifenacin, propiverine on ocular parameters in eyes: A prospective study

description: ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate the effects of solifenacin, darifenacin, and propiverine on nasal-, subfoveal-, temporal choroidal thicknesses (NCT, SFCT, TCT), intraocular pressure (IOP) and pupil diameter (PD). Materials and Methods Patients with overactive bladder (OAB) diagnosed according to The International Continence Society were administered with solifenacin, darifenacin or propiverine on a daily basis between November 2017 and May 2018. NCT, SFCT, TCT, IOP, and PD of these patients were measured and compared as initial, fourth and twelfth weeks. Results A total of 165 patients (330 eyes) with OAB were evaluated. Solifenacin (n=140) significantly reduced IOP from 17.30±2.72 mmHg to 16.67±2.56 mmHg (p=0.006) and 16.57±2.41 mmHg (p=0.002), at the fourth and twelfth weeks, respectively. Darifenacin (n=110) significantly reduced NCT from 258.70±23.96 μm to 257.51±22.66 μm (p=0.002) and 255.36±19.69 μm (p=0.038), at the fourth and twelfth weeks, respectively. Propiverine (n=80) significantly increased PD from 4.04±0.48 mm to 4.08±0.44 mm (p=0.009) and 4.09±0.45 mm (p=0.001), at the fourth and twelfth weeks, respectively. Conclusion These findings can help to decide appropriate anticholinergic drug choice in OAB patients. We finally suggest further well-designed randomized prospective studies with a larger population to evaluate the anticholinergic-related complications in eyes.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900370.v1
title: Teacher Efficacy for Inclusive Practices (TEIP) Scale Validation

description: ABSTRACT: The purpose of this research was to analyze the psychometric properties of the Brazilian version of Teacher Efficacy for Inclusive Practices (TEIP) Scale. The version translated and adapted to Brazilian culture is called Escala de Eficácia Docente para Práticas Inclusivas (EEDPI) and was applied to a sample of 308 teachers of Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education I and II, in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul. The Factorial Exploratory Analysis showed that its psychometric properties are adequate, as well as the existence of two factors, named “Classroom management” and “Planning and collaboration”. The same sample also responded to the Teacher self-efficacy Scale: short version, considered “gold standard”, in order to evaluate the efficacy of the EEDPI in measuring what it proposes, based on the relation with an external criterion. Spearman’s Correlation Analysis revealed the existence of a positive correlation between the subscales of the instruments, ranging from moderate to strong. The EEDPI still presents good internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha coefficients 0.89, 0.88 and 0.92) and it is an instrument that can aid in the evaluation and monitoring of teacher self-efficacy in view of the inclusion and proposition of the appropriate interventions.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900322
title: Photometric and polarimetric measurements

description: If you use this dataset, please cite the reference: Li Yuefeng, Sun Zhongqiu, Lu Shan and Omasa, Kenji. Improvemment of leaf chlorophyll content using spectral indices from nonpolarized reflectance factor in the laboratory and field. IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Applied Earth Observations and Remote Sensing, 13, 3669-3682, 2020.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900322.v1
title: Photometric and polarimetric measurements

description: If you use this dataset, please cite the reference: Li Yuefeng, Sun Zhongqiu, Lu Shan and Omasa, Kenji. Improvemment of leaf chlorophyll content using spectral indices from nonpolarized reflectance factor in the laboratory and field. IEEE Journal of Selected Topics in Applied Earth Observations and Remote Sensing, 13, 3669-3682, 2020.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11900295
title: Facultative hyperthermia during a heatwave delays injurious dehydration of an arboreal marsupial

description: Please see doi: 10.1242/jeb.219378