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DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.8986826.v1
title: Genesis of sandstone-derived soils in the Cerrado of the Piauí State, Brazil

description: Abstract This study characterized the morphological, physical and chemical attributes of sandstone-derived soils at the Cerrado of the Piauí State, Brazil, in order to identify evolutionary standards. The study was carried out with five representative soil profiles identified as P1-RY (Typical Flavic Psychotic Neosol - Aquents), P2-PA (Typical Dystrophic Yellow Argisol - Alfisol), P3-RL (Fragmentary Litholic Distrophic Neosol - Psammenit), P4-RQ (Typical Ortic Quartzenetic Neosol - Orthents) and P5-PV (Typical Dystrophic Red Argisol - Ultisol). Soil samples were submitted laboratory analysis described morphologically. In general, the soils presented high sand content, low pH, low content of exchangeable bases and low cation exchange capacity (CEC). Organic matter governed the CEC in most cases, suggesting dependence of organic matter in the supply of charges. These soils showed a low degree of weathering, but with iron of high crystallinity. Thus, the relief and the parent material are the major important soil-forming factors at the Cerrado of the Piauí State. Moreover, these soils are young, with the soils from the Piauí Formation being more evolved. However, the sandstones from the Canindé Group apparently are providing lithological secondary minerals for the soil.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11966130.v1
title: Integrative and Complementary Practices in basic health care: a bibliometric study of Brazilian production

description: ABSTRACT Integrative and Complementary Practices (PICs) are a reality in the Unified Health System (SUS) since 2006, by the National Policy on Integrative and Complementary Practices (PNPIC). This study aimed to know the main characteristics of scientific production on PICs in basic health care developed in Brazil during the first 10 years of PNPIC implementation, in addition to pointing out the main results observed in these studies. The method was supported by bibliometrics. As a result, the researches related to the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC) and publications of the journal ‘Ciência e Saúde Coletiva’ stand out. The largest number of articles was published between 2011 and 2014. Most of them intended to analyze the context of implementation and use of PICs. Phytotherapy, homeopathy and acupuncture were the most mentioned. As a result of the use of PICs, it was founded: reduction of medicalization; empowerment and accountability of users; reduction of the frequency of common mental disorders; low cost; absence of side effects; health promotion. Among the main problems are: mental disorders; social relationships; psychosomatic; insomnia; chronic diseases. The potentialities and weaknesses cited in the studies deserve more attention from academia and managers of the health area.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.8988161
title: Clinical and functional variables can predict general fatigue in patients with acromegaly: an explanatory model approach

description: ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate whether hormonal profile, arterial function, and physical capacity are predictors of fatigue in patients with acromegaly. Subjects and methods: This is a cross-sectional study including 23 patients. The subjects underwent a Modified Fatigue Impact Scale (MFIS) assessment; serum growth hormones (GH) and IGF-1 measurements; pulse wave analysis comprising pulse wave velocity (PWV), arterial compliance (AC), and the reflection index (IR1,2); dominant upper limb dynamometry (DYN); and the six-minute walking distance test (6MWT). Multiple linear regression models were used to identify predictors for MFIS. The coefficient of determination R2 was used to assess the quality of the models’ fit. The best model was further analyzed using a calibration plot and a limits of agreement (LOA) plot. Results The mean ± SD values for the participants’ age, MFIS, PWV, AC, IR1,2, DYN, and the distance in the 6MWT were 49.4 ± 11.2 years, 31.2 ± 18.9 score, 10.19 ± 2.34 m/s, 1.08 ± 0.46 x106 cm5/din, 85.3 ± 29.7%, 33.9 ± 9.3 kgf, and 603.0 ± 106.1 m, respectively. The best predictive model (R2 = 0.378, R2 adjusted = 0.280, standard error = 16.1, and P = 0.026) comprised the following regression equation: MFIS = 48.85 - (7.913 × IGF-I) + (1.483 × AC) - (23.281 × DYN). Conclusion Hormonal, vascular, and functional variables can predict general fatigue in patients with acromegaly.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.8988161.v1
title: Clinical and functional variables can predict general fatigue in patients with acromegaly: an explanatory model approach

description: ABSTRACT Objective To evaluate whether hormonal profile, arterial function, and physical capacity are predictors of fatigue in patients with acromegaly. Subjects and methods: This is a cross-sectional study including 23 patients. The subjects underwent a Modified Fatigue Impact Scale (MFIS) assessment; serum growth hormones (GH) and IGF-1 measurements; pulse wave analysis comprising pulse wave velocity (PWV), arterial compliance (AC), and the reflection index (IR1,2); dominant upper limb dynamometry (DYN); and the six-minute walking distance test (6MWT). Multiple linear regression models were used to identify predictors for MFIS. The coefficient of determination R2 was used to assess the quality of the models’ fit. The best model was further analyzed using a calibration plot and a limits of agreement (LOA) plot. Results The mean ± SD values for the participants’ age, MFIS, PWV, AC, IR1,2, DYN, and the distance in the 6MWT were 49.4 ± 11.2 years, 31.2 ± 18.9 score, 10.19 ± 2.34 m/s, 1.08 ± 0.46 x106 cm5/din, 85.3 ± 29.7%, 33.9 ± 9.3 kgf, and 603.0 ± 106.1 m, respectively. The best predictive model (R2 = 0.378, R2 adjusted = 0.280, standard error = 16.1, and P = 0.026) comprised the following regression equation: MFIS = 48.85 - (7.913 × IGF-I) + (1.483 × AC) - (23.281 × DYN). Conclusion Hormonal, vascular, and functional variables can predict general fatigue in patients with acromegaly.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7511765
title: Comparison of document categorization process using key words and citations in a restricted knowledge domain

description: Abstract The categorization process requires the extraction of representative elements from a document so that its essence can be used to identify similarities among documents and generate categories. The objective of this study was to analyze the difficulties and results from two different processes of document categorization in a restricted knowledge domain. The first one was based on the use of keywords and the second was based on the use of citations for document representation. To illustrate the use of different attributes in document representation, two experiments were conducted. The first one used a categorization algorithm based on keywords. The second experiment generated categories, using Artificial Neural Networks, from the citations of the articles. In the restricted knowledge domain, as used in this study, it was difficult to form groups that use keywords as attributes of the categorization process due to the great similarity of keywords used by the authors. The citations can be, as shown in the second experiment, an alternative and more efficient attribute for the categorization process of these documents. The formation of a set of articles with significant bibliographic coupling and a strong semantic relationship validated the method proposed. The article details the methodology used in the experiments, showing the importance of careful pre-processing phase for the reliability of the databases. This study may contribute to the research related to the representation of documents in categorization processes and information retrieval.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7511765.v1
title: Comparison of document categorization process using key words and citations in a restricted knowledge domain

description: Abstract The categorization process requires the extraction of representative elements from a document so that its essence can be used to identify similarities among documents and generate categories. The objective of this study was to analyze the difficulties and results from two different processes of document categorization in a restricted knowledge domain. The first one was based on the use of keywords and the second was based on the use of citations for document representation. To illustrate the use of different attributes in document representation, two experiments were conducted. The first one used a categorization algorithm based on keywords. The second experiment generated categories, using Artificial Neural Networks, from the citations of the articles. In the restricted knowledge domain, as used in this study, it was difficult to form groups that use keywords as attributes of the categorization process due to the great similarity of keywords used by the authors. The citations can be, as shown in the second experiment, an alternative and more efficient attribute for the categorization process of these documents. The formation of a set of articles with significant bibliographic coupling and a strong semantic relationship validated the method proposed. The article details the methodology used in the experiments, showing the importance of careful pre-processing phase for the reliability of the databases. This study may contribute to the research related to the representation of documents in categorization processes and information retrieval.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7519052
title: Climatic Parameters and Diameter Increment of Forest Species in Alluvial Forest in Southern Brazil

description: ABSTRACT This study aims to evaluate the periodicity of trunk diameter increment of Sebastiania commersoniana and the two invasive exotic tree species, Hovenia dulcis and Ligustrum lucidum, in a remnant area of Alluvial Mixed Rain Forest at Araucaria, Paraná. We selected individuals of the different species present from canopy and understory. Dendrometric bands were installed in all individuals, which were monitored monthly, from July 2009 to June 2012. The monthly and annual current increments were correlated with precipitation and temperature. Exotic species and canopy individuals presented increment higher than native species, which had low variation in the year, and understory individuals. Significant correlations were obtained between the increment diameter and temperature and precipitation, showing diameter growth of the species is mostly conditioned by the meteorological conditions.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7519052.v1
title: Climatic Parameters and Diameter Increment of Forest Species in Alluvial Forest in Southern Brazil

description: ABSTRACT This study aims to evaluate the periodicity of trunk diameter increment of Sebastiania commersoniana and the two invasive exotic tree species, Hovenia dulcis and Ligustrum lucidum, in a remnant area of Alluvial Mixed Rain Forest at Araucaria, Paraná. We selected individuals of the different species present from canopy and understory. Dendrometric bands were installed in all individuals, which were monitored monthly, from July 2009 to June 2012. The monthly and annual current increments were correlated with precipitation and temperature. Exotic species and canopy individuals presented increment higher than native species, which had low variation in the year, and understory individuals. Significant correlations were obtained between the increment diameter and temperature and precipitation, showing diameter growth of the species is mostly conditioned by the meteorological conditions.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7515353
title: Rapid assessment protocols of rivers as instruments of environmental education in elementary schools

description: Abstract The aim of the present study is to assess the use of rapid assessment protocols (RAPs) of rivers as environmental education (EE) instruments in elementary schools. Therefore, EE activities were proposed to students from a Brazilian public elementary school. The activities included ranged from environmental-monitoring workshops to RAPs adapted to the level of schooling of the students. The students completed questionnaires before and after the activities in order to check their degree of knowledge prior to the activities and to assess the information acquired after participation in the activities. The results established that the RAP provided and/or helped to instill social values, knowledge, skills, actions, and competences linked to the environmental conservation of local rivers. The study therefore proves that the use of the RAP would be a valuable addition to EE projects and programs in elementary schools.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11965983
title: Evaluation of extruded corn breakfast cereal enriched with whole peach palm (Bactris gasipaes, Kunth) Flour

description: Abstract The present study aimed to develop extruded corn breakfast cereal enriched with whole peach palm flour. A 22 central composite rotatable design was used, and the cereal was processed in a ZKS-30 co-rotational twin-screw extruder (Werner and Pfleiderer), followed by its physicochemical, technological and microbiological characterization. The technological analysis revealed higher expansion and lower hardness as well as adequate lightness and water-absorption and water-solubility indices of the breakfast cereal at low moisture and intermediate peach palm flour contents. Moreover, 3.84% moisture, 0.63% ash, 6.09% protein, 0.39% lipids, 85.94% carbohydrates, 3.11% fiber and 246 RE of total carotenoids were found in the physicochemical analysis, and the microbiological parameters were in accordance with the Brazilian legislation (Resolution RDC 12/01). These results show that extruded corn breakfast cereal partially substituted with peach palm flour is an alternative product with good characteristics and market potential. The most recommended operational conditions to obtain products with good technological characteristics were a peach palm flour concentration of 25% and feed moisture of 16.2%.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7515353.v1
title: Rapid assessment protocols of rivers as instruments of environmental education in elementary schools

description: Abstract The aim of the present study is to assess the use of rapid assessment protocols (RAPs) of rivers as environmental education (EE) instruments in elementary schools. Therefore, EE activities were proposed to students from a Brazilian public elementary school. The activities included ranged from environmental-monitoring workshops to RAPs adapted to the level of schooling of the students. The students completed questionnaires before and after the activities in order to check their degree of knowledge prior to the activities and to assess the information acquired after participation in the activities. The results established that the RAP provided and/or helped to instill social values, knowledge, skills, actions, and competences linked to the environmental conservation of local rivers. The study therefore proves that the use of the RAP would be a valuable addition to EE projects and programs in elementary schools.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11965983.v1
title: Evaluation of extruded corn breakfast cereal enriched with whole peach palm (Bactris gasipaes, Kunth) Flour

description: Abstract The present study aimed to develop extruded corn breakfast cereal enriched with whole peach palm flour. A 22 central composite rotatable design was used, and the cereal was processed in a ZKS-30 co-rotational twin-screw extruder (Werner and Pfleiderer), followed by its physicochemical, technological and microbiological characterization. The technological analysis revealed higher expansion and lower hardness as well as adequate lightness and water-absorption and water-solubility indices of the breakfast cereal at low moisture and intermediate peach palm flour contents. Moreover, 3.84% moisture, 0.63% ash, 6.09% protein, 0.39% lipids, 85.94% carbohydrates, 3.11% fiber and 246 RE of total carotenoids were found in the physicochemical analysis, and the microbiological parameters were in accordance with the Brazilian legislation (Resolution RDC 12/01). These results show that extruded corn breakfast cereal partially substituted with peach palm flour is an alternative product with good characteristics and market potential. The most recommended operational conditions to obtain products with good technological characteristics were a peach palm flour concentration of 25% and feed moisture of 16.2%.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14270565.v1
title: Assessment of the National Program for Access and Quality Improvement in Primary Care in the state of Ceará

description: The aim of the study was to evaluate the implantation of the National Program for Access and Quality Improvement in Primary Care in the state of Ceará. The theoretical approach used the CIPP Evaluation Model — Context, Inputs, Processes and Product. The methodology used the qualitative approach of exploratory-descriptive nature. We used a structured interview and documentary research. The organization and analysis of the data were done based on the Thematic Content Analysis. The results of the study indicated that the implementation of the program took place in a vertical manner by the Ministry of Health, also indicating the need of upgrading the human, technological and financial resources, besides the role of the State in the funding of primary care.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14270565
title: Assessment of the National Program for Access and Quality Improvement in Primary Care in the state of Ceará

description: The aim of the study was to evaluate the implantation of the National Program for Access and Quality Improvement in Primary Care in the state of Ceará. The theoretical approach used the CIPP Evaluation Model — Context, Inputs, Processes and Product. The methodology used the qualitative approach of exploratory-descriptive nature. We used a structured interview and documentary research. The organization and analysis of the data were done based on the Thematic Content Analysis. The results of the study indicated that the implementation of the program took place in a vertical manner by the Ministry of Health, also indicating the need of upgrading the human, technological and financial resources, besides the role of the State in the funding of primary care.
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.4630801
title: Project Gap Junctions MEA

description: Data set used for student project to estimate cross correlation strength in different retinas.
description: for education purposes only
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.4630800
title: Project Gap Junctions MEA

description: Data set used for student project to estimate cross correlation strength in different retinas.
description: for education purposes only
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7506893.v1
title: Germination and initial development of Brachiaria brizantha and Brachiaria decumbens on exposure to cadmium, lead and copper

description: Abstract: The objective was to evaluate the germination and initial development of three cultivars of Brachiaria brizantha and Brachiaria decumbens in the presence of trace elements of Cd, Pb and Cu and quantify the Cd and Cu contents in plant tissue of these species. First, seed germination occurred in towel paper containing cadmium, lead, copper and the control. We calculated the percentage of germination, germination speed index, vigor index and seedling length. Later, the seeds were germinated in soil pots contaminated with Cd and Cu, where the Soil-Plant Analysis Development index (SPAD index) was evaluated, as well as dry matter of shoot and root, and the Cd and Cu metal content in plant tissue was quantified. B. decumbens showed sensitivity to the elements studied, with decreases in all parameters. Cu was the element that caused more toxic effects on germination and early seedling development of the species studied. In contaminated soil, the species studied showed no differences in dry matter production of shoots, but the exposure to Cd and Cu caused reductions in SPAD index in all species. The highest Cd and Cu contents were found in the roots.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7506893
title: Germination and initial development of Brachiaria brizantha and Brachiaria decumbens on exposure to cadmium, lead and copper

description: Abstract: The objective was to evaluate the germination and initial development of three cultivars of Brachiaria brizantha and Brachiaria decumbens in the presence of trace elements of Cd, Pb and Cu and quantify the Cd and Cu contents in plant tissue of these species. First, seed germination occurred in towel paper containing cadmium, lead, copper and the control. We calculated the percentage of germination, germination speed index, vigor index and seedling length. Later, the seeds were germinated in soil pots contaminated with Cd and Cu, where the Soil-Plant Analysis Development index (SPAD index) was evaluated, as well as dry matter of shoot and root, and the Cd and Cu metal content in plant tissue was quantified. B. decumbens showed sensitivity to the elements studied, with decreases in all parameters. Cu was the element that caused more toxic effects on germination and early seedling development of the species studied. In contaminated soil, the species studied showed no differences in dry matter production of shoots, but the exposure to Cd and Cu caused reductions in SPAD index in all species. The highest Cd and Cu contents were found in the roots.
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.4630893
title: Project Gap Junctions Microscope

description: Data set used for student project to estimate gap junction expression in different retinas.
description: for education purposes only
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14270572.v1
title: Perceptions and attitudes on interprofessional relations in dental care during prenatal care

description: ABSTRACT The study describes perceptions and attitudes of primary healthcare workers on interprofessional relations in dental care during the prenatal period. It is a descriptive observational study using administrative records and semi-structured interviews, which addressed issues of hierarchy, ability to prevent conflicts, and interprofessional collaboration. In conclusion, despite the general perception in favor of interprofessional collaboration, formal and organizational resources are not being employed, reflecting a gap between the potential perceived by the interviews and the practice supported by the instruments used in antenatal care.
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.4630892
title: Project Gap Junctions Microscope

description: Data set used for student project to estimate gap junction expression in different retinas.
description: for education purposes only
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14270572
title: Perceptions and attitudes on interprofessional relations in dental care during prenatal care

description: ABSTRACT The study describes perceptions and attitudes of primary healthcare workers on interprofessional relations in dental care during the prenatal period. It is a descriptive observational study using administrative records and semi-structured interviews, which addressed issues of hierarchy, ability to prevent conflicts, and interprofessional collaboration. In conclusion, despite the general perception in favor of interprofessional collaboration, formal and organizational resources are not being employed, reflecting a gap between the potential perceived by the interviews and the practice supported by the instruments used in antenatal care.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7514567
title: THE BRAZILIAN GUIANA, FROM THE PERIPHERY TO THE CENTER

description: ABSTRACT In spite of its similarities with Northern neighbours, the Brazilian Far North was not perceived as belonging to this unit, but often as a remote periphery, given up or left in reserve. But the recent changes, in particular the opening of new roads towards toward the north, part of a new development policy, quickly changes the area and, while introducing strong internal differences there and integrates it more closely with the Guyanas.