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DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11966352
title: Professional competences scale for police officers: evidence of psychometric adequacy

description: Abstract This research evaluated the factorial structure and psychometric adequacy of a Professional Competences Scale for Police Officers (ECPP). The development of the scale was carried out in three steps, with the participation of police officers and university professors holding PhDs in psychology and administration. The study applied a questionnaire to a non-probabilistic sample of 916 state police officers. The exploratory and confirmatory factorial analyses pointed to a bi-dimensional structure of 16 items. The first factor (behavioral competencies) regards aspects that involve complex relationships between skills related to the individual and attitudes. The second (technical competencies) refers to the knowledge and skills necessary for the good performance of activities in the police service. The results support the structure and point to internal consistency and adequate psychometric validity.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11966343
title: Are manufacturing industry spatially concentrated? An empirical test for Brazil (2002-2014)

description: Abstract The article presents new evidence of industrial concentration in Brazil for the period from 2002 to 2014. Based on Ellison and Glaeser (1994, 1997) and using the microdata of the RAIS-ME establishments, it is verified which manufacturing industries are concentrated through two statistical tests. The analysis is disaggregated by sector, and the dynamics of the concentration indicator is explored. The results indicated that industries are more concentrated than they would be if the firms’ locational choices were random. And that most industries tended to deconcentrate or the EGI was relatively stable, with the exception of the industry Equipment/Electronic Material, intensive in technology. However, a traditional labor-intensive “Leather Industry” was among the first placed in the EGI ranking, indicating that the labor pooling is an important agglomeration economy to the industry.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11966352.v1
title: Professional competences scale for police officers: evidence of psychometric adequacy

description: Abstract This research evaluated the factorial structure and psychometric adequacy of a Professional Competences Scale for Police Officers (ECPP). The development of the scale was carried out in three steps, with the participation of police officers and university professors holding PhDs in psychology and administration. The study applied a questionnaire to a non-probabilistic sample of 916 state police officers. The exploratory and confirmatory factorial analyses pointed to a bi-dimensional structure of 16 items. The first factor (behavioral competencies) regards aspects that involve complex relationships between skills related to the individual and attitudes. The second (technical competencies) refers to the knowledge and skills necessary for the good performance of activities in the police service. The results support the structure and point to internal consistency and adequate psychometric validity.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11966340
title: Occurrence of filamentous fungi isolated from matured blue cheese

description: Abstract Matured blue cheese can be made from cow's milk associated with the inoculated fungus Penicillium roqueforti, which guarantees specific sensorial characteristics. Recently, Brazil’s fine cheese production and consumption have increased by more than 200%, highlighting the relevance of microbiological quality control of these products. Fungal contaminations are responsible for significant losses in cheese production and provide a suitable environment for mycotoxins production, constituting a hazard to public health. In this work, we evaluated the mycological contamination profile of matured blue cheeses commercialized in Brazil. Samples of ten different brands were analyzed by serial dilution method, by plating in the Dicloran Rose of Bengal Chloramphenicol (DRBC) culture medium and Dicloran Glycerol Medium Base (DG18). Subsequently, different fungi morphotypes were isolated and morphologically identified. As a result, 461 fungi were isolated and identified, notably Aspergillus aculeatus, Penicillium roqueforti and Penicillium solitum. All samples were contaminated by filamentous fungi, amongst those, many already reported as mycotoxin producers, which underlines the relevance of microbiological monitoring.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11966343.v1
title: Are manufacturing industry spatially concentrated? An empirical test for Brazil (2002-2014)

description: Abstract The article presents new evidence of industrial concentration in Brazil for the period from 2002 to 2014. Based on Ellison and Glaeser (1994, 1997) and using the microdata of the RAIS-ME establishments, it is verified which manufacturing industries are concentrated through two statistical tests. The analysis is disaggregated by sector, and the dynamics of the concentration indicator is explored. The results indicated that industries are more concentrated than they would be if the firms’ locational choices were random. And that most industries tended to deconcentrate or the EGI was relatively stable, with the exception of the industry Equipment/Electronic Material, intensive in technology. However, a traditional labor-intensive “Leather Industry” was among the first placed in the EGI ranking, indicating that the labor pooling is an important agglomeration economy to the industry.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11966340.v1
title: Occurrence of filamentous fungi isolated from matured blue cheese

description: Abstract Matured blue cheese can be made from cow's milk associated with the inoculated fungus Penicillium roqueforti, which guarantees specific sensorial characteristics. Recently, Brazil’s fine cheese production and consumption have increased by more than 200%, highlighting the relevance of microbiological quality control of these products. Fungal contaminations are responsible for significant losses in cheese production and provide a suitable environment for mycotoxins production, constituting a hazard to public health. In this work, we evaluated the mycological contamination profile of matured blue cheeses commercialized in Brazil. Samples of ten different brands were analyzed by serial dilution method, by plating in the Dicloran Rose of Bengal Chloramphenicol (DRBC) culture medium and Dicloran Glycerol Medium Base (DG18). Subsequently, different fungi morphotypes were isolated and morphologically identified. As a result, 461 fungi were isolated and identified, notably Aspergillus aculeatus, Penicillium roqueforti and Penicillium solitum. All samples were contaminated by filamentous fungi, amongst those, many already reported as mycotoxin producers, which underlines the relevance of microbiological monitoring.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11966316
title: Relationships between corneal biomechanics and the structural and functional parameters of glaucoma damage

description: ABSTRACT Purpose: To investigate the relationships between (i) thickness of the retinal nerve fiber layer, optic nerve head topography, and visual field parameters and (ii) corneal biomechanical properties in normal controls and patients with ocular hypertension and primary open-angle glaucoma. Methods: This observational, cross-sectional study included 68 eyes with primary open-angle glaucoma, 99 eyes with ocular hypertension and 133 control eyes. Corneal biomechanical properties, optic nerve head topographic features, retinal nerve fiber layer thickness, and visual fields were assessed in all cases. Corneal biomechanical properties, retinal nerve fiber layer thicknesses, and optic nerve head topographic features were compared among the groups. The associations between structural and functional measures of glaucomatous damage and corneal biomechanical factors were also evaluated. Results: Significantly lower corneal hysteresis and corneal resistance factor values were observed in the primary open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension groups as compared with the control group, but there were no significant differences between the primary open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension groups. In the ocular hypertension group, no associations were observed between the corneal hysteresis and corneal resistance factor with values and the structural and functional parameters. In the primary open-angle glaucoma group, positive correlations were observed between the corneal hysteresis values and the global retinal nerve fiber layer thickness (p&lt;0.01, r=0.27), mean retinal nerve fiber layer thickness (p&lt;0.01, r=0.33), and mean deviation (p&lt;0.01, r=0.26), and negative correlations were observed between the corneal resistance factor values, and the cup area (p&lt;0.01, r=-0.39), cup-to-disk ratio (p=0.02, r=-0.28), linear cup-to-disk ratio (p=0.02, r=-0.28), and cup shape (p=0.03, r=-0.26). In the control group, weak correlations were detected between the corneal hysteresis and the cup area (p=0.03, r=0.19), cup-to-disk ratio (p=0.01, r=0.21), and linear cup-to-disk ratio (p=0.01, r=0.22). Conclusions: Distinct correlations were identified between the corneal hysteresis and corneal resistance factor values and the functional and structural parameters in the primary open-angle glaucoma and control groups. Corneal hysteresis and corneal resistance factor may have different roles in the pathophysiology of glaucoma.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11966319
title: Using FITradeoff in a ranking problem for supplier selection under TBL performance evaluation: An application in the textile sector

description: Abstract Paper aims This paper proposes a multicriteria decision approach for supplier selection using a multicriteria method based on Flexible and Interactive Tradeoff (FITradeoff) elicitation process, within the ranking problematic perspective. Originality This paper develops a framework integrating the results of VFT (Value-Focused Thinking) method with the Triple Bottom Line (TBL) dimension and the veto concept to improve the decision process within a multicriteria perspective. Research method This study provides a case study in a textile company in Campina Grande, northeast Brazil using data mainly from semi-structured interviews. It also employs quantitative techniques based on problem structuring methods and multicriteria decision making. Main findings The VFT helped in identifying criteria that are not yet explored by the company, and in structuring the decision problem of how incorporate and balance the TBL dimensions. The recommendation obtained by using the proposed multicriteria decision framework is different from the group of suppliers currently used by the company. Implications for theory and practice Clarify and identify different objectives and to specify the consequences of a decision problem, allowing the Decision Maker (DM) to obtain and prioritize an economic and sustainable solution for a given number of suppliers to be selected, saving his time and effort.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11966313
title: Integrative Medicine: situational assessment through medical perception in the South of Brazil

description: ABSTRACT The study aimed to identify the interest, agreement and knowledge of the doctors working in the Unified Health System (SUS) in the city of Tubarão (SC) regarding the practices of Integrative Medicine and their national policy of inclusion in the health system. A cross-sectional study was conducted on a census-type sample composed of a total of 230 professionals. Most investigated doctors reported not knowing the national policy of integrative and complementary practices (85.5%) and denied having interest in their therapeutic modalities (53.3%). Even so, a significant number of them reported wanting to know more about the practices (43%) and agreeing to include them in the SUS (80.2%), and 48.8% agree only with the inclusion of some practices. The use of one’s own or family members influenced the knowledge and, therefore, the recommendation of use to the patients.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11966316.v1
title: Relationships between corneal biomechanics and the structural and functional parameters of glaucoma damage

description: ABSTRACT Purpose: To investigate the relationships between (i) thickness of the retinal nerve fiber layer, optic nerve head topography, and visual field parameters and (ii) corneal biomechanical properties in normal controls and patients with ocular hypertension and primary open-angle glaucoma. Methods: This observational, cross-sectional study included 68 eyes with primary open-angle glaucoma, 99 eyes with ocular hypertension and 133 control eyes. Corneal biomechanical properties, optic nerve head topographic features, retinal nerve fiber layer thickness, and visual fields were assessed in all cases. Corneal biomechanical properties, retinal nerve fiber layer thicknesses, and optic nerve head topographic features were compared among the groups. The associations between structural and functional measures of glaucomatous damage and corneal biomechanical factors were also evaluated. Results: Significantly lower corneal hysteresis and corneal resistance factor values were observed in the primary open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension groups as compared with the control group, but there were no significant differences between the primary open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension groups. In the ocular hypertension group, no associations were observed between the corneal hysteresis and corneal resistance factor with values and the structural and functional parameters. In the primary open-angle glaucoma group, positive correlations were observed between the corneal hysteresis values and the global retinal nerve fiber layer thickness (p&lt;0.01, r=0.27), mean retinal nerve fiber layer thickness (p&lt;0.01, r=0.33), and mean deviation (p&lt;0.01, r=0.26), and negative correlations were observed between the corneal resistance factor values, and the cup area (p&lt;0.01, r=-0.39), cup-to-disk ratio (p=0.02, r=-0.28), linear cup-to-disk ratio (p=0.02, r=-0.28), and cup shape (p=0.03, r=-0.26). In the control group, weak correlations were detected between the corneal hysteresis and the cup area (p=0.03, r=0.19), cup-to-disk ratio (p=0.01, r=0.21), and linear cup-to-disk ratio (p=0.01, r=0.22). Conclusions: Distinct correlations were identified between the corneal hysteresis and corneal resistance factor values and the functional and structural parameters in the primary open-angle glaucoma and control groups. Corneal hysteresis and corneal resistance factor may have different roles in the pathophysiology of glaucoma.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11966313.v1
title: Integrative Medicine: situational assessment through medical perception in the South of Brazil

description: ABSTRACT The study aimed to identify the interest, agreement and knowledge of the doctors working in the Unified Health System (SUS) in the city of Tubarão (SC) regarding the practices of Integrative Medicine and their national policy of inclusion in the health system. A cross-sectional study was conducted on a census-type sample composed of a total of 230 professionals. Most investigated doctors reported not knowing the national policy of integrative and complementary practices (85.5%) and denied having interest in their therapeutic modalities (53.3%). Even so, a significant number of them reported wanting to know more about the practices (43%) and agreeing to include them in the SUS (80.2%), and 48.8% agree only with the inclusion of some practices. The use of one’s own or family members influenced the knowledge and, therefore, the recommendation of use to the patients.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11966319.v1
title: Using FITradeoff in a ranking problem for supplier selection under TBL performance evaluation: An application in the textile sector

description: Abstract Paper aims This paper proposes a multicriteria decision approach for supplier selection using a multicriteria method based on Flexible and Interactive Tradeoff (FITradeoff) elicitation process, within the ranking problematic perspective. Originality This paper develops a framework integrating the results of VFT (Value-Focused Thinking) method with the Triple Bottom Line (TBL) dimension and the veto concept to improve the decision process within a multicriteria perspective. Research method This study provides a case study in a textile company in Campina Grande, northeast Brazil using data mainly from semi-structured interviews. It also employs quantitative techniques based on problem structuring methods and multicriteria decision making. Main findings The VFT helped in identifying criteria that are not yet explored by the company, and in structuring the decision problem of how incorporate and balance the TBL dimensions. The recommendation obtained by using the proposed multicriteria decision framework is different from the group of suppliers currently used by the company. Implications for theory and practice Clarify and identify different objectives and to specify the consequences of a decision problem, allowing the Decision Maker (DM) to obtain and prioritize an economic and sustainable solution for a given number of suppliers to be selected, saving his time and effort.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11966304
title: Is the rating of perceived exertion planned by the personal trainer similar to subject’s perception? A pilot study

description: Abstract The present study aimed to compare the intensity planned by the Personal Trainers (PTs) with that perceived by subjects in resistance training. Six male and female practicing resistance training (4 males and 2 females with mean age 33.0 ± 6.16 years, 1.3 ± 0.55 years training with follow-up) and two PTs participated in the study (average 32.0 ± 4.0 years, postgraduates, with a five -year or more experience). The comparison between the intensity planned by the PT and the intensity experienced by the subjects was determined by the Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE). Previously, at the beginning of each training, the PT should respond individually to the RPE estimated for each student in that training session. At the end of each session, 30 minutes after its completion, this same scale was answered by the subjects. To compare the intensity of the sessions perceived by the subjects and that planned by the PTs, we used descriptive statistics, standardized mean differences and their confidence intervals. Results have showed that subjects reported substantially higher intensities (small effect size) when compared to PTs. It has been concluded that the intensity experienced by the subjects was substantially higher than that planned by the PTs.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11966307
title: Are there differences between the loading of an anaerobic capacity test and an agility test in basketball players?

description: Abstract The objective of this article was to know players’ needs in the selected tests, to search for differences between categories and to know if there is any relationship between different tests. The sample consists of 2 teams (u-14, u-16, n=24), which were equipped with a WimuR inertial device. The selected tests were 2 agility tests and a lactic anaerobic capacity test. Neuromuscular and kinematic variables were selected. Descriptive analysis, inferential analysis and analysis of correlation among variables were carried out. Once players’ needs are described, there are no significant differences among kinematic variables depending on the sample category. Nonetheless, there is relationship between kinematic and neuromuscular variables of the different tests. It is frequently claimed that capacity tests are those that cause more fatigue in athletes. For this reason, an analysis was carried out comparing a lactic anaerobic capacity test with an agility test in its two versions. The obtained results can facilitate the work and the evaluation time of a physical condition test since results of athletes in a capacity test could be known by performing tests of lesser requirement. In addition, this would avoid players from experiencing a situation of maximum effort and possible injury, also saving training time.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11966310
title: Reliability measure of the rib cage deformity by a postural assessment software in patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

description: Abstract Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is a three-dimensional deformity of the spine that generates changes in the biomechanics of the rib cage. Digital photogrammetry enables the recording of subtle changes and the interrelationship between parts of the human body that are difficult to measure by other means. The aim of this study was to create angles and thoracic distances and to evaluate the interobserver and intraobserver reliability of these measurements using the Software de Avaliação Postural (SAPO) in patients with AIS. This cross-sectional study evaluated 30 individuals aged between 11 and 18 years with AIS. We used SAPO with the thoracic markers in the form of angles (A) and distances (D) with involves structures like acromion, manubrium, xiphoid process, lower angle of the scapula, last false rib, anterior iliac spine process. Two experienced observers (A and B) analyzed the photos and all followed the same routine of analysis. Intraobserver and interobserver reproducibility was assessed by the Bland-Altman plot and intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC), while intraobserver and interobserver reliability was assessed by the T-Test and Wilcoxon's Test. A high repeatability index was obtained among the evaluations, with twelve of the sixteen variables considered as reliable in all statistical tests. The interobserver analyzes presented excellent correlation coefficients (ICC), showing good reliability for six of the sixteen variables proposed. The SAPO method presented good reproducibility and reliability for most of the thoracic markers created, showing that photogrammetry may be a complementary tool in the evaluation of thoracic alterations in patients with AIS.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.11966304.v1
title: Is the rating of perceived exertion planned by the personal trainer similar to subject’s perception? A pilot study

description: Abstract The present study aimed to compare the intensity planned by the Personal Trainers (PTs) with that perceived by subjects in resistance training. Six male and female practicing resistance training (4 males and 2 females with mean age 33.0 ± 6.16 years, 1.3 ± 0.55 years training with follow-up) and two PTs participated in the study (average 32.0 ± 4.0 years, postgraduates, with a five -year or more experience). The comparison between the intensity planned by the PT and the intensity experienced by the subjects was determined by the Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE). Previously, at the beginning of each training, the PT should respond individually to the RPE estimated for each student in that training session. At the end of each session, 30 minutes after its completion, this same scale was answered by the subjects. To compare the intensity of the sessions perceived by the subjects and that planned by the PTs, we used descriptive statistics, standardized mean differences and their confidence intervals. Results have showed that subjects reported substantially higher intensities (small effect size) when compared to PTs. It has been concluded that the intensity experienced by the subjects was substantially higher than that planned by the PTs.