cometadata/datacite-titles-descriptions-related-identifiers huggingface dataset:
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14270489.v1
title: Translational Research: the performance of the National Institutes of Science and Technology in the field of health

description: ABSTRACT The National Institutes of Science and Technology Program was created to promote excellence in science and technology activities and their internationalization, foster their interaction with the business system, improve scientific education and the homogeneous participation of the regions of the Country in the production of knowledge. Translational medicine comprises accelerating the transmission of knowledge from basic research to clinical application, deepening clinical observations and applying this knowledge to the general population. This article aimed to identify and analyze the contributions of the National Science and Technology Institute for Translational Medicine (INCT-Health) in meeting the demands of Brazilian health, based on the concept of Translational Research. A qualitative, exploratory and descriptive research of the activities developed by INCT-Health was carried out. The 39 INCT-Health have contributed to the improvement of Brazilian health through the transfer of direct knowledge and the formulation/implementation of Public Health Policies. The INCT-Health has potential to meet the demand of the Brazilian population, in the health area, and have stood out in the interaction with companies and in the creation of startups. However, it is necessary to disseminate the results achieved by INCT-Health, as well as the elaboration and application of a methodology for monitoring and evaluation of Science, Technology and Innovation in Brazil.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11997411
title: Hermann Rorschach: From klecksography to psychiatry

description: ABSTRACT Hermann Rorschach was a Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, best known for developing a projective test known as the Rorschach inkblot test, a test designed to reflect unconscious parts of the personality that project into the visual stimuli generated by the inkblots, allowing a psychodiagnosis to be established. The technique he developed has been applied since 1921 in a number of countries. Although it has long remained controversial and divided opinions, this did not prevent it from overcoming the barriers of science to have a major influence on pop culture, resulting in an undeniable legacy for the development of Psychiatry in the nineteenth century.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11997411.v1
title: Hermann Rorschach: From klecksography to psychiatry

description: ABSTRACT Hermann Rorschach was a Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, best known for developing a projective test known as the Rorschach inkblot test, a test designed to reflect unconscious parts of the personality that project into the visual stimuli generated by the inkblots, allowing a psychodiagnosis to be established. The technique he developed has been applied since 1921 in a number of countries. Although it has long remained controversial and divided opinions, this did not prevent it from overcoming the barriers of science to have a major influence on pop culture, resulting in an undeniable legacy for the development of Psychiatry in the nineteenth century.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7420595.v1
title: Professional Education and the Reform of High School: law nº 13.415/2017

description: ABSTRACT This text has the purpose of problematizing Law nº 13.415/2017 (Brasil, 2017b) in the sense of understand it as a reverse of professional education policies. It refers to a documentary analysis that made it possible to understand that, historically, the policies for a professional education have been subjugating this formation to the absurdities of the labor market, subjecting itself to capitalist modes of production. Thus, the current law did not contribute to valorization of technical education, nor favored policies of teacher training for this type of teaching. The opposite, it has induced the notorious knowledge that it is a way of guaranteeing professionals, not teachers, regents of classrooms in professional technical high school education.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7509398.v1
title: Energetic aspects and opportunities for reusing water on offshore platforms in Campos Basin, Brazil

description: Abstract In the drilling and production of oil at sea, a large quantity of potable water used is most commonly transported to oil platforms using offshore supply vessels (OSVs). Sea water desalination is used as well, but only in a few oil platforms. To minimize energy consumption, water supply options were studied. The desalination of seawater and the reusing of streams of grey water and black water were evaluated and compared with the characteristics of the current supply via OSVs. In both desalination and OSV water supply options an electrolytic wastewater treatment plant is used. The objective of this study was to analyze the current situation regarding water supply on offshore platforms located in the Campos Basin, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and to propose measures to take advantage of opportunities to reuse water and reduce energy expenditure. Two alternative scenarios were developed that involved the reuse of water that comes from the effluent of a biological wastewater treatment plant (WWTP). Information on the logistics of supplying water to platforms was obtained through direct consultation with companies and sources in the literature. The results show that annual energy consumption (uptake, treatment, transportation, use and waste water treatment) of water on offshore platforms is currently 1.89 GWh, and that a reduction of 1.8 GWh of the energy consumed can be achieved using advanced reuse treatments. Energy consumption in the water reuse treatment is more competitive than those of transport by OSVs or seawater desalination.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11997441
title: Ekbom Syndrome associated with Lewy Body Dementia: A case report

description: ABSTRACT Ekbom Syndrome, also known as parasitosis delusion or psychogenic parasitosis, is a rare condition in which patients present with a fixed belief of being infested by parasites, vermin or small insects, along with tactile hallucinations (such as pruritus or sensations of the parasites crawling over or under the skin). The syndrome may occur idiopathically or be associated with other medical conditions and drug use. This case report describes the occurrence of Ekbom syndrome in a patient diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), a neurodegenerative disease that commonly presents with sensory perception and thought disorders and other neuropsychiatric symptoms. Although visual hallucination is considered a core diagnostic criterion, other modalities of psychiatric symptoms can also occur posing a further challenge for correct diagnosis. Proper recognition allows early diagnosis and adequate treatment, preventing hazardous antipsychotic use in these patients.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6125078
title: New plant fossils from the Lower Cretaceous of the Parnaíba Basin, Northeastern Brazil: Southern Laurasia links

description: ABSTRACT: This study reports on the presence of a diverse set of gymnosperm and angiosperm macrofossils from the Codó Formation, Parnaíba Basin, whose assemblage was previously known only by the occurrence of pollen grains, spores, wood fragments, leaves and roots associated with Nympheaceae. In the Brejo municipality, northeastern Maranhão State, marl levels attest a transitional to marginal lacustrine environment, with occasional marine ingressions, demonstrated by the presence of crustaceans, gastropods and fishes. The plant fossils are preserved exclusively by molds and impressions, and its diversity is represented by few specimens, suggesting taphonomic processes of selection and transportation. The taphoflora is composed of Gnetales (?Drewria), conifers (Cupressinocladus and Brachyphyllum), and basal angiosperms (Nympheales, Magnollids, and/or basal Eudicots), which support an upper Aptian - ?Albian age. It displays affinities with both the well-known flora of the Araripe Basin (Santana Formation) as well as those ones identified in deposits from the south of North America (Potomac Group), suggesting that terrestrial links persisted in the equatorial areas of the Pangea at the end of the Early Cretaceous.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6125078.v1
title: New plant fossils from the Lower Cretaceous of the Parnaíba Basin, Northeastern Brazil: Southern Laurasia links

description: ABSTRACT: This study reports on the presence of a diverse set of gymnosperm and angiosperm macrofossils from the Codó Formation, Parnaíba Basin, whose assemblage was previously known only by the occurrence of pollen grains, spores, wood fragments, leaves and roots associated with Nympheaceae. In the Brejo municipality, northeastern Maranhão State, marl levels attest a transitional to marginal lacustrine environment, with occasional marine ingressions, demonstrated by the presence of crustaceans, gastropods and fishes. The plant fossils are preserved exclusively by molds and impressions, and its diversity is represented by few specimens, suggesting taphonomic processes of selection and transportation. The taphoflora is composed of Gnetales (?Drewria), conifers (Cupressinocladus and Brachyphyllum), and basal angiosperms (Nympheales, Magnollids, and/or basal Eudicots), which support an upper Aptian - ?Albian age. It displays affinities with both the well-known flora of the Araripe Basin (Santana Formation) as well as those ones identified in deposits from the south of North America (Potomac Group), suggesting that terrestrial links persisted in the equatorial areas of the Pangea at the end of the Early Cretaceous.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11997441.v1
title: Ekbom Syndrome associated with Lewy Body Dementia: A case report

description: ABSTRACT Ekbom Syndrome, also known as parasitosis delusion or psychogenic parasitosis, is a rare condition in which patients present with a fixed belief of being infested by parasites, vermin or small insects, along with tactile hallucinations (such as pruritus or sensations of the parasites crawling over or under the skin). The syndrome may occur idiopathically or be associated with other medical conditions and drug use. This case report describes the occurrence of Ekbom syndrome in a patient diagnosed with Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), a neurodegenerative disease that commonly presents with sensory perception and thought disorders and other neuropsychiatric symptoms. Although visual hallucination is considered a core diagnostic criterion, other modalities of psychiatric symptoms can also occur posing a further challenge for correct diagnosis. Proper recognition allows early diagnosis and adequate treatment, preventing hazardous antipsychotic use in these patients.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6857276
title: Prevalence of Peripheral Artery Disease and Associated Risk Factors in a Brazilian Rural Population: The Baependi Heart Study

description: Abstract Background: The identification of peripheral artery disease (PAD) can help prevent further progression of the disease and additional complications, considering that this condition is a risk factor for all-cause mortality and cardiovascular death. Objective: To assess the prevalence of PAD in the Baependi Heart Study and investigate associated risk factors in different age groups. Methods: A total of 1,627 individuals (of both genders and aged 18 - 102 years) residing in the municipality of Baependi (Minas Gerais, Brazil) were selected for this study. Anthropometric and biochemical parameters were evaluated by standard techniques. Physical activity level was determined by the International Physical Activity Questionnaire - Short Form (IPAQ-SF). The screening of PAD was performed by determination of the ankle-brachial index (ABI). The level of statistical significance was set at 5%. Results: In the overall sample, the prevalence of PAD was 1.05%, and reached 5.2% after the age of 70 years. The frequency and intensity of smoking were higher in individuals with PAD. A prior history of myocardial infarction and a higher prevalence of hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and sedentary lifestyle were also associated with PAD. In addition, PAD was more frequent in blacks than whites. In multivariable analysis, age, diabetes, smoking, and physical inactivity remained independently associated with PAD. Conclusion: The prevalence of PAD was low and increased clearly with age in our sample from a Brazilian rural population. Furthermore, the main risk factors for PAD in the investigated sample were smoking, sedentary lifestyle, diabetes mellitus, and age. (Int J Cardiovasc Sci. 2018; [online].ahead print, PP.0-0)
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7511531
title: Influences of the signal border extension in the discrete wavelet transform in EEG spike detection

description: Abstract Introduction The discrete wavelet transform is used in many studies as signal preprocessor for EEG spike detection. An inherent process of this mathematical tool is the recursive wavelet convolution over the signal that is decomposed into detail and approximation coefficients. To perform these convolutions, firstly it is necessary to extend signal borders. The selection of an unsuitable border extension algorithm may increase the false positive rate of an EEG spike detector. Methods In this study we analyzed nine different border extensions used for convolution and 19 mother wavelets commonly seen in other EEG spike detectors in the literature. Results The border extension may degrade an EEG spike detector up to 44.11%. Furthermore, results behave differently for distinct number of wavelet coefficients. Conclusion There is not a best border extension to be used with any EEG spike detector based on the discrete wavelet transform, but the selection of the most adequate border extension is related to the number of coefficients of a mother wavelet.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14272584
title: Ethical control of researches whose results offer high risk to the health of the population

description: ABSTRACT This article discusses the emergence of ethical conflicts between the need to ensure the advances in science and the need to control their possible consequences for humanity. A research was carried out to analyze the scientific Latin-American literature and the Brazilian legal and regulatory bases on the ethical regulation of researches that do not involve humans as subjects of the intervention, and found the absence of norms for the regulation of such researches and the lack of scientific literature on the subject. Considering the severity of the impact that certain researches may cause to the health of the population, the conclusion is that there is the need to establish strong measures for their ethical control.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.14272584.v1
title: Ethical control of researches whose results offer high risk to the health of the population

description: ABSTRACT This article discusses the emergence of ethical conflicts between the need to ensure the advances in science and the need to control their possible consequences for humanity. A research was carried out to analyze the scientific Latin-American literature and the Brazilian legal and regulatory bases on the ethical regulation of researches that do not involve humans as subjects of the intervention, and found the absence of norms for the regulation of such researches and the lack of scientific literature on the subject. Considering the severity of the impact that certain researches may cause to the health of the population, the conclusion is that there is the need to establish strong measures for their ethical control.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.6857276.v1
title: Prevalence of Peripheral Artery Disease and Associated Risk Factors in a Brazilian Rural Population: The Baependi Heart Study

description: Abstract Background: The identification of peripheral artery disease (PAD) can help prevent further progression of the disease and additional complications, considering that this condition is a risk factor for all-cause mortality and cardiovascular death. Objective: To assess the prevalence of PAD in the Baependi Heart Study and investigate associated risk factors in different age groups. Methods: A total of 1,627 individuals (of both genders and aged 18 - 102 years) residing in the municipality of Baependi (Minas Gerais, Brazil) were selected for this study. Anthropometric and biochemical parameters were evaluated by standard techniques. Physical activity level was determined by the International Physical Activity Questionnaire - Short Form (IPAQ-SF). The screening of PAD was performed by determination of the ankle-brachial index (ABI). The level of statistical significance was set at 5%. Results: In the overall sample, the prevalence of PAD was 1.05%, and reached 5.2% after the age of 70 years. The frequency and intensity of smoking were higher in individuals with PAD. A prior history of myocardial infarction and a higher prevalence of hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and sedentary lifestyle were also associated with PAD. In addition, PAD was more frequent in blacks than whites. In multivariable analysis, age, diabetes, smoking, and physical inactivity remained independently associated with PAD. Conclusion: The prevalence of PAD was low and increased clearly with age in our sample from a Brazilian rural population. Furthermore, the main risk factors for PAD in the investigated sample were smoking, sedentary lifestyle, diabetes mellitus, and age. (Int J Cardiovasc Sci. 2018; [online].ahead print, PP.0-0)
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7511531.v1
title: Influences of the signal border extension in the discrete wavelet transform in EEG spike detection

description: Abstract Introduction The discrete wavelet transform is used in many studies as signal preprocessor for EEG spike detection. An inherent process of this mathematical tool is the recursive wavelet convolution over the signal that is decomposed into detail and approximation coefficients. To perform these convolutions, firstly it is necessary to extend signal borders. The selection of an unsuitable border extension algorithm may increase the false positive rate of an EEG spike detector. Methods In this study we analyzed nine different border extensions used for convolution and 19 mother wavelets commonly seen in other EEG spike detectors in the literature. Results The border extension may degrade an EEG spike detector up to 44.11%. Furthermore, results behave differently for distinct number of wavelet coefficients. Conclusion There is not a best border extension to be used with any EEG spike detector based on the discrete wavelet transform, but the selection of the most adequate border extension is related to the number of coefficients of a mother wavelet.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.5719072
title: Patents as an (un)necessary source of information for Biotechnology in Health

description: Abstract Biotechnology, particularly in the health sector, has created solutions and opportunities for society in general, contributing to important scientific developments. However, rapid research achievements produce an intense amount of data in different formats, published in different media, and sometimes not adequately used by the scientific community. Patents have been regarded as an exceptional source of scientific and technological information, but how they have been utilized is unknown. The aim of this study was to analyze how the scientific community uses patent documents in academic work. In order to understand that, 556 thesis/dissertations from graduate programs of the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation were analyzed, of which only 2.87% of academic thesis/dissertations cited at least one patent document. Clearly, it was observed that the scientific community does not appreciate patents as a source of scientific knowledge. Failure to address this huge volume of information implies, especially for Brazil, that investment in research, development and innovation goes to waste when patent literature is neglected, which results in repeated investigations and consequently, a delay in the scientific and technological development of the country. Thus, the results point out to the need to encourage the use of patents as they are an important source of information for biotechnology in health.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.5719072.v1
title: Patents as an (un)necessary source of information for Biotechnology in Health

description: Abstract Biotechnology, particularly in the health sector, has created solutions and opportunities for society in general, contributing to important scientific developments. However, rapid research achievements produce an intense amount of data in different formats, published in different media, and sometimes not adequately used by the scientific community. Patents have been regarded as an exceptional source of scientific and technological information, but how they have been utilized is unknown. The aim of this study was to analyze how the scientific community uses patent documents in academic work. In order to understand that, 556 thesis/dissertations from graduate programs of the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation were analyzed, of which only 2.87% of academic thesis/dissertations cited at least one patent document. Clearly, it was observed that the scientific community does not appreciate patents as a source of scientific knowledge. Failure to address this huge volume of information implies, especially for Brazil, that investment in research, development and innovation goes to waste when patent literature is neglected, which results in repeated investigations and consequently, a delay in the scientific and technological development of the country. Thus, the results point out to the need to encourage the use of patents as they are an important source of information for biotechnology in health.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.7515557
title: Continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion: national and international scenario

description: Abstract Introduction The Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion pump system (CSII) is an alternative to multiple daily administration of insulin in diabetic patients. Although it has many advantages, its availability in the public health system is still very low. This study aimed to identify practices and experiences of health departments and organizations on the use of CSII. Method Questionnaires were applied to Brazilian Health Departments of the States (SES) and international organizations for health technologies evaluation. Results Most of the SES (83%) have received lawsuits and the use of CSII has increased in the last 5 years. International organizations reported that in 47% of countries, the CSII is available to patients through the public health system. Conclusion The use of CSII brings several benefits, but also a high annual additional cost of approximately R$ 9,500 per patient. Therefore, there is an evident need to conduct studies assessing the incorporation of CSII, its budgetary impact in the Brazilian health system, and the definition of which circumstances this will be made available to the population.