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DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11452785.v1
title: The austral-most record of the genus Haemagogus Williston (Diptera: Culicidae)

description: Abstract INTRODUCTION: The genus Haemagogus Williston is restricted to Central America and North and middle of South America and it includes numerous species of yellow fever virus vectors. METHODS: Adult female and larvae mosquitoes were collected using hand aspirators and dipper and pipette, respectively. RESULTS: The first record of a species of Haemagogus and particularly of Haemagogus spegazzinii was from La Pampa, Argentina. With this registry, the number of species found in La Pampa province rises to 18. CONCLUSIONS: New information on breeding sites for the species and implications of this new record suggest a possible extension of distribution in the near future.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11452788
title: Performance of the AquaCrop model for the wheat crop in the subtropical zone in Southern Brazil

description: Abstract: The objective of this work was to calibrate and validate the AquaCrop model for the wheat (Triticum aestivum) crop in the Campos Gerais region, in Southern Brazil. Five cultivars were evaluated in the harvests from 2007 to 2017. The input data for AquaCrop - related to climate, crop, soil, and soil management -, collected in the field, were obtained from the database of Fundação ABC and from the literature. From 35 to 43% of total harvests were selected for calibration, and the remaining, for validation. Calibration was performed for the parameters most sensitive to crop potential yield penalty. The simulated yields were compared with those observed in the field through simple linear regression analysis, root mean square error (RMSE), Pearson’s correlation coefficient (r), the index of agreement (d), and the performance index (c). Calibration showed good results (RMSE ≤ 609.78 kg ha-1; r ≥ 0.72; d ≥ 0.80) for all assessed cultivars and locations, but validation did not have the same performance (c ≤ 0.46). The attempted adjustment, considering the range of calibrated parameters in the harvests, indicated “very good” and “excellent” performances (Supera and Quartzo, respectively) for the cultivars in Castro and “tolerable” to “excellent” in Ponta Grossa.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11452788.v1
title: Performance of the AquaCrop model for the wheat crop in the subtropical zone in Southern Brazil

description: Abstract: The objective of this work was to calibrate and validate the AquaCrop model for the wheat (Triticum aestivum) crop in the Campos Gerais region, in Southern Brazil. Five cultivars were evaluated in the harvests from 2007 to 2017. The input data for AquaCrop - related to climate, crop, soil, and soil management -, collected in the field, were obtained from the database of Fundação ABC and from the literature. From 35 to 43% of total harvests were selected for calibration, and the remaining, for validation. Calibration was performed for the parameters most sensitive to crop potential yield penalty. The simulated yields were compared with those observed in the field through simple linear regression analysis, root mean square error (RMSE), Pearson’s correlation coefficient (r), the index of agreement (d), and the performance index (c). Calibration showed good results (RMSE ≤ 609.78 kg ha-1; r ≥ 0.72; d ≥ 0.80) for all assessed cultivars and locations, but validation did not have the same performance (c ≤ 0.46). The attempted adjustment, considering the range of calibrated parameters in the harvests, indicated “very good” and “excellent” performances (Supera and Quartzo, respectively) for the cultivars in Castro and “tolerable” to “excellent” in Ponta Grossa.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11452779
title: Evaluation of environmental impacts of an industrial process using virgin and recycled polycarbonate raw material

description: ABSTRACT The environmental impacts generated by production processes is a subject that is increasingly evident in the organizational world and the comparative analysis of processes is an effective method used by companies to verify their environmental impacts and main emission sources. The analysis of environmental impacts for a process with two different scenarios to produce Polycarbonate (PC) glasses temples, in an industry located in the region of São Paulo, was performed in order to compare the environmental impacts generated by both scenarios. Thus, two scenarios were defined: scenario 1 represents the injection process that uses 100% of virgin PC as raw material; while scenario 2 uses only 20% of virgin raw material, the remainder PC waste being internally recycled. Quantitative and qualitative data related to the scenarios were collected and used to identify the impacts generated using the life cycle assessment (LCA) methodology. With the results obtained and the comparative analysis performed, it was possible to verify the environmental benefits of using the internal recycling of raw material. The impact reduction in scenario 2, compared to scenario 1, was significant, mainly due to the decrease of the need to produce virgin raw material. There were no reductions in all impact categories analyzed; for example, reduction was over 70% in the “climate change” category.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11452779.v1
title: Evaluation of environmental impacts of an industrial process using virgin and recycled polycarbonate raw material

description: ABSTRACT The environmental impacts generated by production processes is a subject that is increasingly evident in the organizational world and the comparative analysis of processes is an effective method used by companies to verify their environmental impacts and main emission sources. The analysis of environmental impacts for a process with two different scenarios to produce Polycarbonate (PC) glasses temples, in an industry located in the region of São Paulo, was performed in order to compare the environmental impacts generated by both scenarios. Thus, two scenarios were defined: scenario 1 represents the injection process that uses 100% of virgin PC as raw material; while scenario 2 uses only 20% of virgin raw material, the remainder PC waste being internally recycled. Quantitative and qualitative data related to the scenarios were collected and used to identify the impacts generated using the life cycle assessment (LCA) methodology. With the results obtained and the comparative analysis performed, it was possible to verify the environmental benefits of using the internal recycling of raw material. The impact reduction in scenario 2, compared to scenario 1, was significant, mainly due to the decrease of the need to produce virgin raw material. There were no reductions in all impact categories analyzed; for example, reduction was over 70% in the “climate change” category.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11452770
title: Environmental and financial impacts of the implementation of solid waste management in a steel complex: a case study

description: ABSTRACT This study aimed to analyze the process of implementation of solid waste management plan (SWMP) in a steel complex, in order to identify possible financial gains associated with environmental gains. To reach the proposed objective, a qualitative, descriptive and analytical research was carried out, adopting action-research as a strategy. The methodological resources used were bibliographical, documentary and field research. Results allow to survey and classify the waste generated by the complex, to know its nature, relevant legislation and treatment methods; to monitor the implementation process of the new waste treatment plan; and to analyze the financial impacts associated with environmental gains. The indicators analysis showed that by 2014, the cost of waste management expenses was greater than revenues. In 2015, with the implementation of the SWMP, there was an increase in revenues from the sale of recyclable waste and a reduction of waste treatment costs, showing that it is possible, with a collective and focused work, to meet environmental legislation and also bring a financial return to the company.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11452767
title: Endovascular treatment of pelvic venous congestion syndrome in a patient with duplication of the inferior vena cava and unusual pelvic venous anatomy: literature review

description: Abstract Chronic pelvic pain affects approximately one-third of all women and is responsible for about 20% of all gynecological consultations. The authors report a rare case of symptomatic pelvic venous congestion in the presence of duplication of the inferior vena cava and inter-iliac communication through the right hypogastric vein that was treated via an endovascular approach with embolization of varicose pelvic veins. The published literature is reviewed.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11452770.v1
title: Environmental and financial impacts of the implementation of solid waste management in a steel complex: a case study

description: ABSTRACT This study aimed to analyze the process of implementation of solid waste management plan (SWMP) in a steel complex, in order to identify possible financial gains associated with environmental gains. To reach the proposed objective, a qualitative, descriptive and analytical research was carried out, adopting action-research as a strategy. The methodological resources used were bibliographical, documentary and field research. Results allow to survey and classify the waste generated by the complex, to know its nature, relevant legislation and treatment methods; to monitor the implementation process of the new waste treatment plan; and to analyze the financial impacts associated with environmental gains. The indicators analysis showed that by 2014, the cost of waste management expenses was greater than revenues. In 2015, with the implementation of the SWMP, there was an increase in revenues from the sale of recyclable waste and a reduction of waste treatment costs, showing that it is possible, with a collective and focused work, to meet environmental legislation and also bring a financial return to the company.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11452764
title: Monitoring the content of ethyl carbamate and copper in organic and conventional cachaça

description: ABSTRACT: Ethyl carbamate (EC) (NH2COOCH2CH3) is found in cachaça, and its presence in the beverage is conspicuous for its toxicity. Copper, the metal of choice used in the construction of stills, is also considered a beverage contaminant and is often related to the presence of EC in beverages. The study aimed to monitor the quality of cachaça by measuring the presence of copper and EC, and comparing the influences of sugarcane cultivation systems on the concentration of these contaminants. The varieties, RB 867515, RB 962869 and RB 85553, were cultivated under the following management systems: planting without fertilization; organic planting; and conventional planting. For cultivation, a completely randomized design in a factorial scheme of 3 varieties × 3 managements was used as experimental planning, in 4 replications. The concentrations of copper and EC in beverages were evaluated and submitted to univariate analysis of variance (p ≤ 0.05). The organic and conventional systems presented no significant variations in copper content, both of which are recommended for the planting of sugarcane as raw material for cachaça. From amongst the varieties evaluated, RB966928 presented the lowest concentrations of copper for the organic and conventional systems, and was the most recommended for the production of cachaça. To evaluate the EC concentration (μg L–1) in the cachaças produced, all beverages were considered in accordance with national legislation. Significant differences were observed between them, but the conventional and organic systems are favored for deployment in the cultivation of sugarcane as the raw material of cachaça. The same applies to the RB966928, RB867515 and RB855453 varieties.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11452764.v1
title: Monitoring the content of ethyl carbamate and copper in organic and conventional cachaça

description: ABSTRACT: Ethyl carbamate (EC) (NH2COOCH2CH3) is found in cachaça, and its presence in the beverage is conspicuous for its toxicity. Copper, the metal of choice used in the construction of stills, is also considered a beverage contaminant and is often related to the presence of EC in beverages. The study aimed to monitor the quality of cachaça by measuring the presence of copper and EC, and comparing the influences of sugarcane cultivation systems on the concentration of these contaminants. The varieties, RB 867515, RB 962869 and RB 85553, were cultivated under the following management systems: planting without fertilization; organic planting; and conventional planting. For cultivation, a completely randomized design in a factorial scheme of 3 varieties × 3 managements was used as experimental planning, in 4 replications. The concentrations of copper and EC in beverages were evaluated and submitted to univariate analysis of variance (p ≤ 0.05). The organic and conventional systems presented no significant variations in copper content, both of which are recommended for the planting of sugarcane as raw material for cachaça. From amongst the varieties evaluated, RB966928 presented the lowest concentrations of copper for the organic and conventional systems, and was the most recommended for the production of cachaça. To evaluate the EC concentration (μg L–1) in the cachaças produced, all beverages were considered in accordance with national legislation. Significant differences were observed between them, but the conventional and organic systems are favored for deployment in the cultivation of sugarcane as the raw material of cachaça. The same applies to the RB966928, RB867515 and RB855453 varieties.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11452767.v1
title: Endovascular treatment of pelvic venous congestion syndrome in a patient with duplication of the inferior vena cava and unusual pelvic venous anatomy: literature review

description: Abstract Chronic pelvic pain affects approximately one-third of all women and is responsible for about 20% of all gynecological consultations. The authors report a rare case of symptomatic pelvic venous congestion in the presence of duplication of the inferior vena cava and inter-iliac communication through the right hypogastric vein that was treated via an endovascular approach with embolization of varicose pelvic veins. The published literature is reviewed.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11452761
title: Variability of nitrogen use efficiency by foxtail millet cultivars at the seedling stage

description: Abstract: The objective of this work was to identify the genetic variation of foxtail millet (Setaria italica) cultivars, from three ecogeographic origins in China, regarding the uptake and utilization of N by the genotypes at the seedling stage, aiming at the genetic improvement of this crop. Seedlings of 79 cultivars were fertilized with a nutrient solution, on a sand substrate, and evaluated under low-N (LN, 0.2 mmol L-1) and high-N (HN, 6.0 mmol L-1) concentrations. A large variation was observed between cultivars, among the three ecogeographic regions, for shoot biomass, shoot N content and concentration, and N use efficiency (NUE), uptake efficiency (NupE), and utilization efficiency (NutE), especially under HN conditions. Cultivars of Northwest China showed the highest variation for shoot biomass, N content, NUE, and NupE. A strong positive correlation was observed between NUE and NupE, and NUE and NutE, but there was no correlation between NupE and NutE. NupE accounted for 77.6% of the total variation of NUE, and NutE for the rest. The uptake and utilization of N show a large variation among the foxtail millet cultivars at the seedling stage, and the variation of N uptake contributes more than that of N utilization to the variation of N use efficiency.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11452761.v1
title: Variability of nitrogen use efficiency by foxtail millet cultivars at the seedling stage

description: Abstract: The objective of this work was to identify the genetic variation of foxtail millet (Setaria italica) cultivars, from three ecogeographic origins in China, regarding the uptake and utilization of N by the genotypes at the seedling stage, aiming at the genetic improvement of this crop. Seedlings of 79 cultivars were fertilized with a nutrient solution, on a sand substrate, and evaluated under low-N (LN, 0.2 mmol L-1) and high-N (HN, 6.0 mmol L-1) concentrations. A large variation was observed between cultivars, among the three ecogeographic regions, for shoot biomass, shoot N content and concentration, and N use efficiency (NUE), uptake efficiency (NupE), and utilization efficiency (NutE), especially under HN conditions. Cultivars of Northwest China showed the highest variation for shoot biomass, N content, NUE, and NupE. A strong positive correlation was observed between NUE and NupE, and NUE and NutE, but there was no correlation between NupE and NutE. NupE accounted for 77.6% of the total variation of NUE, and NutE for the rest. The uptake and utilization of N show a large variation among the foxtail millet cultivars at the seedling stage, and the variation of N uptake contributes more than that of N utilization to the variation of N use efficiency.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11452752
title: ARE THERE SEX PREFERENCES IN BRAZIL?

description: Society ascribes roles and expectations for people based on their sex. When the costs and benefits of each sex are different, people may have different motivations for having sons or daughters because children of different sexes are not substitutable. Sex preferences may then increase fertility, as women and couples who pursue a certain sex composition may progress to additional births. To understand how the social structure has been shaping sex preferences and fertility ideals, it is important to identify the characteristics of women with different preferences. Using responses to questions about an ideal number of children and their sex composition available in the Brazilian Demographic Health Survey of 1996 and 2006, this paper provides evidence that a balanced sex preference exists among most Brazilians; some evidence of a secondary daughter preference is also found. Evidence also shows that “gender indifference” has become more pronounced as fertility declines.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11452755
title: Dexmedetomidine attenuates P2X4 and NLRP3 expression in the spine of rats with diabetic neuropathic pain

description: Abstract Purpose: To evaluate the effects of Dexmedetomidine (Dex) on spinal pathology and inflammatory factor in a rat model of Diabetic neuropathic pain (DNP). Methods: The rats were divided into 3 groups (eight in each group): normal group (N group), diabetic neuropathic pain model group (DNP group), and DNP model with dexmedetomidine (Dex group). The rat model of diabetes was established with intraperitoneal streptozotocin (STZ) injections. Nerve cell ultrastructure was evaluated with transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The mechanical withdrawal threshold (MWT) and motor nerve conduction velocity (MNCV) tests documented that DNP rat model was characterized by a decreased pain threshold and nerve conduction velocity. Results: Dex restored the phenotype of neurocytes, reduced the extent of demyelination and improved MWT and MNCV of DNP-treated rats (P=0.01, P=0.038, respectively). The expression of three pain-and inflammation-associated factors (P2X4, NLRP3, and IL-IP) was significantly upregulated at the protein level in DNP rats, and this change was reversed by Dex administration (P=0.0022, P=0.0092, P=0.0028, respectively). Conclusion: The P2X4/NLRP3 signaling pathway is implicated in the development and presence of DNP in vivo, and Dex protects from this disorder.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11452755.v1
title: Dexmedetomidine attenuates P2X4 and NLRP3 expression in the spine of rats with diabetic neuropathic pain

description: Abstract Purpose: To evaluate the effects of Dexmedetomidine (Dex) on spinal pathology and inflammatory factor in a rat model of Diabetic neuropathic pain (DNP). Methods: The rats were divided into 3 groups (eight in each group): normal group (N group), diabetic neuropathic pain model group (DNP group), and DNP model with dexmedetomidine (Dex group). The rat model of diabetes was established with intraperitoneal streptozotocin (STZ) injections. Nerve cell ultrastructure was evaluated with transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The mechanical withdrawal threshold (MWT) and motor nerve conduction velocity (MNCV) tests documented that DNP rat model was characterized by a decreased pain threshold and nerve conduction velocity. Results: Dex restored the phenotype of neurocytes, reduced the extent of demyelination and improved MWT and MNCV of DNP-treated rats (P=0.01, P=0.038, respectively). The expression of three pain-and inflammation-associated factors (P2X4, NLRP3, and IL-IP) was significantly upregulated at the protein level in DNP rats, and this change was reversed by Dex administration (P=0.0022, P=0.0092, P=0.0028, respectively). Conclusion: The P2X4/NLRP3 signaling pathway is implicated in the development and presence of DNP in vivo, and Dex protects from this disorder.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11452749
title: The association between CHA2DS2-VASc score and erectile dysfunction: a cross-sectional study

description: ABSTRACT Purpose: This study aims to assess the association between CHA2DS2-VASc score and erectile dysfunction in patients who were admitted to cardiology outpatient clinics. Materials and methods: One hundred and two male patients who were admitted to the cardiology outpatient clinic were included to the study. Erectile dysfunction was evaluated in the urology outpatient clinic in the same hospital and scored using Turkish Version of The International Index of Erectile Function. CHA2DS2-VASc score was calculated for every patient using the current associated guidelines. Results: There was a negative correlation between The International Index of Erectile Function score and CHA2DS2-VASc score, age, hypertension, heart failure, diabetes mellitus, stroke respectively. Smoking and dislipidemia were not correlated with The International Index of Erectile Function score (p&gt;0.05). Conclusion: CHA2DS2-VASc score can be used to detect Erectile dysfunction in patients who are admitted to the cardiology outpatient clinics.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11452752.v1
title: ARE THERE SEX PREFERENCES IN BRAZIL?

description: Society ascribes roles and expectations for people based on their sex. When the costs and benefits of each sex are different, people may have different motivations for having sons or daughters because children of different sexes are not substitutable. Sex preferences may then increase fertility, as women and couples who pursue a certain sex composition may progress to additional births. To understand how the social structure has been shaping sex preferences and fertility ideals, it is important to identify the characteristics of women with different preferences. Using responses to questions about an ideal number of children and their sex composition available in the Brazilian Demographic Health Survey of 1996 and 2006, this paper provides evidence that a balanced sex preference exists among most Brazilians; some evidence of a secondary daughter preference is also found. Evidence also shows that “gender indifference” has become more pronounced as fertility declines.