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152. EPIDEMIOLOGY OF CHAGAS DISEASE AMONG LATIN AMERICAN IMMIGRANTS IN NON-ENDEMIC COUNTRIES: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW AND META-ANALYSIS
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Nascimento, Bruno Ramos, Bosch-Nicolau, Pau, De Andrade, Gisele, Martins-Melo, Francisco Rogerlândio, Machado, Isis, Rodrigues, Matheus Lucca Angelo Costa, Naback, Andre, Santos, Beatriz Marino Pena, Demacq, Caroline, Quijano, Monica, Geissbühler, Yvonne, DE PAULA CARVALHO, PEDRO EMANUEL, Perel, Pablo A., Mosser, Jonathan, Cousin, Ewerton, Ribeiro, Antonio L., and Molina, Israel
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- 2024
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153. PREVALENCE OF CLINICAL FORMS OF CHAGAS DISEASE: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW AND METAANALYSIS
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Nascimento, Bruno Ramos, Naback, André D., Santos, Beatriz Marino Pena, Martins-Melo, Francisco Rogerlândio, De Andrade, Gisele, Bosch-Nicolau, Pau, Demacq, Caroline, Quijano, Monica, Perel, Pablo, Molina, Israel, Machado, Isis, Cousin, Ewerton, Mosser, Jonathan, Rodrigues, Matheus Lucca Angelo Costa, DE PAULA CARVALHO, PEDRO EMANUEL, and Ribeiro, Antonio L.
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- 2024
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154. Cardiocerebral Infarction: A Combination to Prevent
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Cabral, Margarida, Ponciano, Ana, Santos, Beatriz, and Morais, João
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Stroke ,Ventricular Fibrillation ,Myocardial Infarction ,Cerebral Infarction/complications ,Arrhythmias Cardiacs - Published
- 2022
155. 'O papel dos códigos de ética na administração do setor da saúde em Portugal: a visão dos dirigentes': Uma Recensão Crítica 'Codes of ethics role in the administration of the Portuguese health sector: the leaders vision': A Critical Review
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Santos, Beatriz and Laranjeiro, Matilde
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- 2022
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156. Do Hand-Held Devices have a future in Augmented Reality real-life remote tasks? Refections on impact/acceptance versus Head-Mounted Displays
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Marques, Bernardo, Silva, Samuel, Dias, Paulo, and Santos, Beatriz Sousa
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Augmented Reality (AR) is a powerful tool for supporting remote scenarios. Despite the broad adoption of Hand-Held Devices (HHDs), one common assumption is that Head-Mounted Displays (HMDs) may revolutionize such activities, since collaborators can visualize situated instructions given by remote experts, while in a ’hands-free’ setting. This claim is typically based on toy problem user studies with rather low complexity (Lego Blocks/Tangram puzzles), but what works best for real-life scenarios is not clear. This shows a need for understanding the use/adoption of such devices in real scenarios. In this work, motivated by a partnership with the Industry sector, we discuss how HMDs and HHDs are viewed by different audiences (user study participants, domain experts and target users) for supporting on-site workers during remote maintenance tasks. After all, most stakeholders defend HHDs are still the way to go to address real-life scenarios.
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- 2022
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157. Potential role of endoplasmic reticulum stress in the pathophysiology of polycystic ovary syndrome.
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Alexandre-Santos, Beatriz, Martins, Felipe Figuerôa Tassinari Rocha, da Silva Gonçalves, Larissa, de Oliveira Guimarães, Clara, Carla-Ruggiero, Fernanda, and Magliano, D'Angelo Carlo
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POLYCYSTIC ovary syndrome , *PATHOLOGICAL physiology , *UNFOLDED protein response , *INDUCED ovulation , *ENDOPLASMIC reticulum , *ENDOCRINE diseases , *GENITALIA - Abstract
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is an endocrine disorder that affects million women worldwide, presenting a complex pathophysiology that has not been fully elucidated yet. Recently, it has been suggested that PCOS triggers the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress, thus being associated with unfolded protein response (UPR) activation. Indeed, the UPR response has been associated with several pathological conditions, including in the reproductive system. Several studies demonstrated that ovarian UPR markers are upregulated in PCOS, being associated with worst ovarian outcomes, and this was ameliorated by ER stress inhibition. In this review, we aim to summarize the main findings from previous studies covering this topic, in an attempt to clarify the potential role of ER stress and the UPR response in the pathophysiology of PCOS. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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158. Environment-Aware Rendering and Interaction in Web-Based Augmented Reality.
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Ferrão, José, Dias, Paulo, Santos, Beatriz Sousa, and Oliveira, Miguel
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ARTIFICIAL neural networks ,RENDERING (Computer graphics) ,AUGMENTED reality ,USER experience - Abstract
This work presents a novel framework for web-based environment-aware rendering and interaction in augmented reality based on WebXR and three.js. It aims at accelerating the development of device-agnostic Augmented Reality (AR) applications. The solution allows for a realistic rendering of 3D elements, handles geometry occlusion, casts shadows of virtual objects onto real surfaces, and provides physics interaction with real-world objects. Unlike most existing state-of-the-art systems that are built to run on a specific hardware configuration, the proposed solution targets the web environment and is designed to work on a vast range of devices and configurations. Our solution can use monocular camera setups with depth data estimated by deep neural networks or, when available, use higher-quality depth sensors (e.g., LIDAR, structured light) that provide a more accurate perception of the environment. To ensure consistency in the rendering of the virtual scene a physically based rendering pipeline is used, in which physically correct attributes are associated with each 3D object, which, combined with lighting information captured by the device, enables the rendering of AR content matching the environment illumination. All these concepts are integrated and optimized into a pipeline capable of providing a fluid user experience even on middle-range devices. The solution is distributed as an open-source library that can be integrated into existing and new web-based AR projects. The proposed framework was evaluated and compared in terms of performance and visual features with two state-of-the-art alternatives. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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159. Is It Possible to Strengthen Bonds without Breaking Hearts? The Relational Paradox within Residential Care.
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Carvalho, Helena M., Mota, Catarina P., Santos, Beatriz, Costa, Monica, and Matos, Paula Mena
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RESIDENTIAL care ,YOUNG adults ,ATTACHMENT theory (Psychology) ,CHILD welfare ,PARADOX ,SERVICES for caregivers - Abstract
Attachment theory (AT) is one of the most popular theories used among professionals working in children and family welfare worldwide. An important contribution relies on the central role of professionals in creating an emotional environment for children and youth psychosocial adaptation and development. Nevertheless, little research has been focused on comprehending caregiving challenges in such complex contexts as RC settings from an attachment theoretical framework. This study will focus on caregivers' narratives on major processes involved when supporting young people, problematizing professional caregiving and relational challenges. A semi-structured interview was conducted with 22 professionals working on four RC facilities in Portugal. Three major themes emerged during the analysis: "it is life we are dealing with, it's not work," "unfortunately (or not) we are human beings" and "someone to listen when you have a monkey on your back." By acknowledging the complex dynamics involved in the caregiving process in out-of-home contexts, this study stresses the need for an important change in the relational paradigm in child welfare, advocating for the role of reflexive practice and self-knowledge as important premises for secure base behaviors. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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160. Does the Transversus Abdominis Plane Block Reduce Morbidity Following Iliac Crest Bone Harvest in Pediatric Patients With Alveolar Clefts?
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Hashemi, Sina, Ferraz dos Santos, Beatriz, and Chiasson, Geneviève
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LENGTH of stay in hospitals ,TRANSVERSUS abdominis muscle ,INTRAOPERATIVE care ,CLEFT palate ,ALVEOLAR process ,DISEASES ,RETROSPECTIVE studies ,ACQUISITION of data ,LOCAL anesthesia ,TREATMENT effectiveness ,T-test (Statistics) ,PEARSON correlation (Statistics) ,MEDICAL records ,DENTAL arch ,DESCRIPTIVE statistics ,DATA analysis software ,BONE grafting ,LONGITUDINAL method ,POSTOPERATIVE pain ,EVALUATION - Abstract
Objective: The purpose of this study is to determine whether a Transversus Abdominis Plane (TAP) block can reduce donor site morbidity among pediatric patients undergoing iliac crest bone grafting for repair of their alveolar cleft. Design: This retrospective cohort study was carried out at the Division of Dentistry at the Montreal Children's Hospital. Medical charts of patients who underwent alveolar cleft bone grafting between January 2011 and January 2021 were reviewed and they were divided into two groups, intraoperative TAP block and intraoperative local anesthesia infiltration (control group). The outcomes measured were patients' post-operative pain at the donor site, in-hospital narcotics requirements and length of stay. Results: A total of 66 patients were included. There were no significant differences in pain scale among the TAP group and control group [1.9 (SD 2.5) and 1.3 (SD 2.1), respectively (p = 0.23)]. The mean length of stay for both groups was 1 day. Interestingly, there was a significant higher proportion of patients who required in-hospital opioids (morphine) in the TAP block group when compared to the control group (p = 0.03). Conclusions: The results of our study suggest there may be no role for a TAP block in reducing pain and improving opioid stewardship. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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161. The use of serial casting in the treatment of children with cerebral palsy: a study protocol.
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Marques de Sousa, Raísa, de Paula Paro, Marisa, Orasmo Simcsik, Amanda, Junqueira Airoldi, Marina, Vieira dos Santos, Beatriz, Peña de Moraes, Íbis Ariana, Dawes, Helen, de Mello Monteiro, Carlos Bandeira, and Dias da Silva, Talita
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AUTONOMIC nervous system ,CHILDREN with cerebral palsy ,BONE health ,MOVEMENT sequences ,JOINTS (Anatomy) ,RESEARCH protocols ,POSTURE disorders ,HEART beat - Abstract
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- 2023
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162. Star-shaped order for distributions characterized by several parameters and some applications.
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Arab, Idir, Hadjikyriakou, Milto, Oliveira, Paulo Eduardo, and Santos, Beatriz
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GAMMA distributions ,DISTRIBUTION (Probability theory) ,QUANTILES - Abstract
The star-shaped ordering between probability distributions is a common way to express aging properties. A well-known criterion was proposed by Saunders and Moran [(1978). On the quantiles of the gamma and F distributions. Journal of Applied Probability 15(2): 426–432], to order families of distributions depending on one real parameter. However, the lifetime of complex systems usually depends on several parameters, especially when considering heterogeneous components. We extend the Saunders and Moran criterion characterizing the star-shaped order when the multidimensional parameter moves along a given direction. A few applications to the lifetime of complex models, namely parallel and series models assuming different individual components behavior, are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2023
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163. User-centered requirements engineering in health information systems: A study in the hemophilia field
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Teixeira, Leonor, Ferreira, Carlos, and Santos, Beatriz Sousa
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- 2012
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164. Starting Life Anew: Resettlement Challenges of Salvadoran Refugees in Melbourne
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Santos, Beatriz and Webber, Ruth
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- 2009
165. Field and classroom initiatives for portable sequence-based monitoring of dengue virus in Brazil
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Adelino, Talita ?mile Ribeiro, Giovanetti, Marta, Fonseca, Vagner, Xavier, Joilson, Abreu, ?lvaro Salgado de, Nascimento, Valdinete Alves do, Demarchi, Luiz Henrique Ferraz, Oliveira, Marluce Aparecida Assun??o, Silva, Vin?cius Lemos da, Mello, Arabela Leal e Silva de, Cunha, Gabriel Muricy, Santos, Roselene Hans, Oliveira, Elaine Cristina de, Chamon J?nior, Jorge Ant?nio, Iani, Felipe Campos de Melo, Filippis, Ana Maria Bispo de, Abreu, Andr? Luiz de, Jesus, Ronaldo de, Albuquerque, Carlos Frederico Campelo de, Rico, Jairo Mendez, Said, Rodrigo Fabiano do Carmo, Silva, Josc?lio Aguiar, Moura, Noely Fabiana Oliveira de, Leite, Priscila, Frutuoso, L?via Carla Vinhal, Haddad, Simone Kashima, Mart?nez, Alexander, Barreto, Fernanda Khouri, Vazquez, Cynthia Carolina, Cunha, Rivaldo Ven?ncio da, Ara?jo, Emerson Luiz Lima, Tosta, Stephane Fraga de Oliveira, Fabri, Allison de Ara?jo, Chalhoub, Fl?via Lowen Levy, Lemos, Poliana da Silva, Bruycker-Nogueira, Fernanda de, Lichs, Gislene Garcia de Castro, Zardin, Marina Castilho Souza Umaki, Segovia, F?tima Mar?a Cardozo, Gon?alves, Crhistinne Cavalheiro Maymone, Grillo, Zoraida Del Carmen Fernandez, Slavov, Svetoslav Nanev, Pereira, Luiz Augusto, Mendon?a, Ana Fl?via, Pereira, Felicidade Mota, Magalh?es, Jurandy J?nior Ferraz de, Santos J?nior, Agenor de Castro Moreira dos, Lima, Maric?lia Maia de, Nogueira, Rita Maria Ribeiro, G?es-Neto, Arist?teles, Azevedo, Vasco Ariston de Carvalho, Ramalho, Dario Brock, Oliveira, Wanderson Kleber, Macario, Eduardo Marques, Medeiros, Arnaldo Correia de, Pimentel, Victor, Holmes, Edward C, Oliveira, Tulio de, Louren?o, Jos?, Alcantara, Luiz Carlos Junior, Cerqueira, Erenilde Marques de, Graf, Tiago, Ramalho, Walter, Navegantes, Wildo, Reis, Renato Barbosa, Duarte, Clara Guerra, Pereira, Maria Alves, Silva, Paulo Eduardo de Souza da, Souza, Raoni Almeida de, Pauvolid-Corr?a, Alex, Paiva, Anne Aline Pereira de, Fritsch, Hegger Machado, Mares-Guia, Maria Ang?lica, Torres, Maria Celeste, Lima, Maur?cio Teixeira, Sequeira, Patr?cia, Marques, William de Almeida, Jesus, Jorlan Fernandes de, Naveca, Felipe Gomes, Silva, Alessandra Lima, Pinto, Anne Cybelle, Jaiswal, Arun Kumar, Lopes, ?lisson Nogueira, Costa, Francielly Morais Rodrigues da, Quintanilha-Peixoto, Gabriel, Soares, Gilson Carlos, Fonseca, Paula Luize Camargos, Souza, Renan Pedra de, Kato, Rodrigo Bentes, Santos, Rodrigo Profeta Silveira, Tiwari, Sandeep, Nogueira, Wylerson Guimar?es, Santos, Beatriz Senra ?lvares da Silva, Bueno, Bruna Lopes, Siqueira, Isadora Cristina de, Valle, Lourdes Farre, Borba, Melina Mosquera Navarro, Mazzetto, Alix Sandra, Aguiar, Francisco de Assis Ara?jo, Gomes, Irenio da Silva, Abrantes, Jayra Juliana Paiva Alves, Watanabe, Luiz Takao, Rego, Marta Ferreira da Silva, Nardy, Vanessa Brand?o, Aguiar, Shirlei Ferreira de, Santos, Fabiana Cristina Pereira dos, Queiroz, Alice Louize Nunes, Nunes, Bruno Tardelli Diniz, Martins, L?via Car?cio, Nunes, Marcio Roberto Teixeira, Salles, Fl?via Cristina da Silva, Claro, Ingra Morales, Jesus, Jaqueline Goes de, C?ndido, Darlan da Silva, Fabbri, Cintia Marcela, Gonz?lez, Claudia, Sa?z, Lisseth, Chen-Germ?n, Mar?a, Barrera, Jaime Lagos, Ram?rez-Gonz?lez, Jos? Ernesto, Campos, Josefina, Faller, Noelia Morel, Villalobos, Marta Eugenia V?quez, Kaslin, Roberto, Cisneros, Silvia Paola Salgado, Aburjaile, Fl?via Figueira, Amaral, Carolina Dourado, Freire, Danielle Bandeira Costa de Sousa, Cruz, Laura Nogueira, Mattos, Daniel, Landeira, Leandro Ferreira Lopes, Menezes, Mariane Talon de, Orioli, Ieda Maria, Ferraz, Ariane Coelho, Oliveira, Daiane Teixeira de, Reis, Alexandre Barbosa, Cota, Renata Guerra de S?, Bezerra, Rafael dos Santos, Falc?o, Melissa Barreto, and Carvalho, Rodrigo Dias de Oliveira
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0106 biological sciences ,0301 basic medicine ,Sequenciamento por Nanoporos ,Lineage (evolution) ,General Physics and Astronomy ,Dengue virus ,medicine.disease_cause ,01 natural sciences ,Dengue fever ,law.invention ,Dengue ,law ,Clade ,Phylogeny ,Molecular Epidemiology ,Multidisciplinary ,V?rus da Dengue / patogenicidade ,Varia??o Estrutural do Genoma ,Phylogenetics ,Transmission (mechanics) ,Geography ,Epidemiological Monitoring ,RNA, Viral ,Brazil ,Science ,Genome, Viral ,Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction ,010603 evolutionary biology ,Proof of Concept Study ,General Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology ,Article ,Dengue / virologia ,03 medical and health sciences ,medicine ,Humans ,Epidemics ,Retrospective Studies ,Whole genome sequencing ,Whole Genome Sequencing ,Genetic Variation ,Dengue / transmiss?o ,General Chemistry ,Dengue Virus ,medicine.disease ,Molecular Typing ,030104 developmental biology ,Evolutionary biology ,Feasibility Studies ,Nanopore sequencing ,Mobile Health Units - Abstract
Brazil experienced a large dengue virus (DENV) epidemic in 2019, highlighting a continuous struggle with effective control and public health preparedness. Using Oxford Nanopore sequencing, we led field and classroom initiatives for the monitoring of DENV in Brazil, generating 227 novel genome sequences of DENV1-2 from 85 municipalities (2015–2019). This equated to an over 50% increase in the number of DENV genomes from Brazil available in public databases. Using both phylogenetic and epidemiological models we retrospectively reconstructed the recent transmission history of DENV1-2. Phylogenetic analysis revealed complex patterns of transmission, with both lineage co-circulation and replacement. We identified two lineages within the DENV2 BR-4 clade, for which we estimated the effective reproduction number and pattern of seasonality. Overall, the surveillance outputs and training initiative described here serve as a proof-of-concept for the utility of real-time portable sequencing for research and local capacity building in the genomic surveillance of emerging viruses., Here, the authors present results of the ZiBRA-2 project (https://www.zibra2project.org) which is an arbovirus surveillance project, across the Midwest of Brazil using a mobile genomics laboratory, combined with a genomic surveillance training program that targeted post-graduate students, laboratory technicians, and health practitioners in universities and laboratories.
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- 2021
166. The Feast of Corpus Christi: Artisan Crafts and Skilled Trades in Eighteenth-Century Rio de Janeiro
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Santos, Beatriz Catão Cruz
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- 2008
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167. D9.1: Specifications and guidelines for Western Demos
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Lind, Leandro, Chaves, Jos�� Pablo, Barlier, Aleth, Cruz, Jos�� Miguel, Louro, Miguel, Prata, Ricardo, Silva, Carlos, Alonso Santos, Beatriz, Martin Utrilla, David, Lucas, Alexandre, Villar, Jos��, Gl��ria, Gon��alo, Sarago��a, Jo��o, Mu��oz Delgado, Sergio, S��nchez Bodas, Miguel ��ngel, Vidal Silvestre, Celia, Pestana, Rui, Losseau, Romain, and Falc��n de Andr��s, Santiago
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ComputingMilieux_GENERAL ,ComputerApplications_GENERAL ,GeneralLiterature_MISCELLANEOUS - Abstract
This deliverable provides guidance for harmonization of the Western Demos, identifies common principles and proposes recommendations for the specifications of the three demo countries.
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- 2021
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168. Drug Discovery with Generative Adversarial Networks
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Santos, Beatriz de Jesus Pereira, Ribeiro, Bernardete Martins, and Arrais, Joel Perdiz
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Generative Adversarial Networks ,Deep Learning ,Geração de Novos Fármacos ,Drug Design ,SMILES ,Recurrent Neural Networks - Published
- 2021
169. Finding enhanced thermoelectric properties in the combination of natural and synthetic tetrahedrites [Resumo]
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Santos, Beatriz, Neves, Filipe, Lopes, E.B., and Gonçalves, António Pereira
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Tetrahedrite ,Thermoelectric ,Raw materials ,Mechanochemical synthesis - Abstract
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- 2021
170. Association of onabotulinum toxin A treatment with salivary pH and dental caries of neurologically impaired children with sialorrhea
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dos Santos, Beatriz Ferraz, Dabbagh, Basma, Daniel, Sam J, and Schwartz, Stephane
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- 2016
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171. ASSOCIATION BETWEEN RISK DISCLOSURE AND (IN) EXISTENCE OF CORPORATE REPUTATION OF PUBLICLY TRADED COMPANIES IN BRAZIL.
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Alves dos Santos, Beatriz, Grangeiro Ribeiro Maia, Anna Beatriz, and Carvalho de Vasconcelos, Alessandra
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CORPORATE image , *PUBLIC companies , *DISCLOSURE , *REGRESSION trees - Abstract
Purpose - To analyze the possible association between non-financial risk disclosure and the (in) existence of reputation in the most prominent Brazilian publicly traded companies considering the legitimacy theory. Design/methodology/approach - The sample assembles 118 corporations listed on B3 and 345 reference forms from 2006 to 2018. In the analysis of corporate reputation, the presence or absence on ISE and, or ICO2 from B3 was considered. For non-financial risk disclosure, a factor checklist containing 31 risks was taken, categorized under operational, damage, integrity, and strategic risks, from the analysis of Reference Forms. A tree regression, a multiple correspondence analysis, and a T-test of the difference between means were used for data analysis. Findings - There is scientific evidence that the companies with reputations demonstrate non-financial risk disclosure superior to the others. This behavior is confirmed in the subcategories of integrity and strategic risks. Moreover, risk factors in the subcategory of integrity risks were crucial to non-financial risk disclosure. Originality/value - This research paves the way to deepen the early debate surrounding risk disclosure and corporate reputation, especially regarding the quality of non-financial risk disclosure. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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172. Transmission and distribution of Xylella fastidiosa subsp. pauca in olive trees as a parameter for managing olive quick decline syndrome.
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dos Santos, Beatriz de N. G., Anguita‐Maeso, Manuel, and Coletta‐Filho, Helvecio D.
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XYLELLA fastidiosa , *OLIVE , *PLANT canopies , *PLANT roots , *SYNDROMES , *SPROUTS - Abstract
Systemic bacteria such as Xylella fastidiosa can be vertically transmitted by using diseased propagative material during nursery tree production. We tested the hypothesis that X. fastidiosa is not transmitted by symptomless olive tree sprouts. In addition, we investigated the distribution of bacteria in olive plants (different parts of canopy and root system) with initial leaf scorch symptoms and with symptoms spread throughout the canopy. In both studies, the presence of bacteria was tested by quantitative real‐time PCR (qPCR). For the first hypothesis, sprouts from a symptomless olive tree were rooted and checked for X. fastidiosa infection 32 months later. A total of 57.7% (41 of 71) of rooted seedlings were positive for X. fastidiosa (Ct from 24.25 to 31.82) but only one plant had scorched leaves. Regarding the distribution of the bacteria in the diseased plants, results based on qPCR showed that X. fastidiosa was systemically distributed through the olive plant canopy (30% to 77% of sampled tissues, with Ct values from 19.56 to 31.59). Samples from trees showing symptoms of olive quick decline syndrome (OQDS), taken 3 m above the lateral branch with symptoms, were positive for the presence of X. fastidiosa, as was the root system. The results demonstrate that vegetative material from olive plants used for rooting must be carefully selected for the absence of X. fastidiosa. Also, based on the qPCR‐positive results, pruning may have a limited effect on eliminating the bacteria from diseased plants, even from the ones showing few OQDS symptoms. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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173. A Conceptual Model and Taxonomy for Collaborative Augmented Reality.
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Marques, Bernardo, Silva, Samuel, Alves, Joao, Araujo, Tiago, Dias, Paulo, and Santos, Beatriz Sousa
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AUGMENTED reality ,CONCEPTUAL models ,TAXONOMY ,TASK analysis - Abstract
To support the nuances of collaborative work, many researchers have been exploring the field of Augmented Reality (AR), aiming to assist in co-located or remote scenarios. Solutions using AR allow taking advantage from seamless integration of virtual objects and real-world objects, thus providing collaborators with a shared understanding or common ground environment. However, most of the research efforts, so far, have been devoted to experiment with technology and mature methods to support its design and development. Therefore, it is now time to understand where the field stands and how well can it address collaborative work with AR, to better characterize and evaluate the collaboration process. In this article, we perform an analysis of the different dimensions that should be taken into account when analysing the contributions of AR to the collaborative work effort. Then, we bring these dimensions forward into a conceptual framework and propose an extended human-centered taxonomy for the categorization of the main features of Collaborative AR. Our goal is to foster harmonization of perspectives for the field, which may help create a common ground for systematization and discussion. We hope to influence and improve how research in this field is reported by providing a structured list of the defining characteristics. Finally, some examples of the use of the taxonomy are presented to show how it can serve to gather information for characterizing AR-supported collaborative work, and illustrate its potential as the grounds to elicit further studies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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174. Cholangiocarcinoma progression depends on the uptake and metabolization of extracellular lipids.
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Ruiz de Gauna, Mikel, Biancaniello, Francesca, González‐Romero, Francisco, Rodrigues, Pedro M., Lapitz, Ainhoa, Gómez‐Santos, Beatriz, Olaizola, Paula, Di Matteo, Sabina, Aurrekoetxea, Igor, Labiano, Ibone, Nieva‐Zuluaga, Ane, Benito‐Vicente, Asier, Perugorria, María J., Apodaka‐Biguri, Maider, Paiva, Nuno A., Sáenz de Urturi, Diego, Buqué, Xabier, Delgado, Igotz, Martín, César, and Azkargorta, Mikel
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- 2022
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175. Pd-catalyzed functionalization of benzo-2,1,3-thiadiazole at the C-5-position using 1-thiosugars.
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Santos, Beatriz F., Silva, Beatriz A. L., and Domingues, Nelson Luís C.
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FUNCTIONAL groups , *THIADIAZOLES - Abstract
An efficient and unprecedented S-glycosylation reaction of benzo-2,1,3-thiadiazole at the C-5-position using a Pd-G3 Xantphos palladacycle precatalyst has been described. This methodology showed a high functional group tolerance to the electrophilic partner and can be successfully applied to a variety of β-mono- and di-thiosugar derivatives. A series of thioglycoside derivatives from benzo-2,1,3-thiadiazole were prepared in good to excellent yields under mild and operationally simple reaction conditions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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176. Leukocyte metabolism in obese type 2 diabetic individuals associated with COVID-19 severity.
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Lobato, Tiago Bertola, Gennari-Felipe, Matheus, Barbosa Pauferro, Janaína Ribeiro, Correa, Ilana Souza, Ferreira Santos, Beatriz, Belmiro Dias, Beatriz, de Oliveira Borges, João Carlos, dos Santos, Camila Soares, de Sousa Santos, Elvirah Samantha, Leite de Araújo, Maria Janaína, Araújo Ferreira, Liliane, Araujo Pereira, Sara, Afonso Serdan, Tamires Duarte, Levada-Pires, Adriana Cristina, Hatanaka, Elaine, Borges, Leandro, Cury-Boaventura, Maria Fernanda, Ramirez Vinolo, Marco Aurélio, Pithon-Curi, Tania Cristina, and Masi, Laureane Nunes
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Recent studies show that the metabolic characteristics of different leukocytes, such as, lymphocytes, neutrophils, and macrophages, undergo changes both in the face of infection with SARS-CoV-2 and in obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM2) condition. Thus, the objective of this review is to establish a correlation between the metabolic changes caused in leukocytes in DM2 and obesity that may favor a worse prognosis during SARS-Cov-2 infection. Chronic inflammation and hyperglycemia, specific and usual characteristics of obesity and DM2, contributes for the SARS-CoV-2 replication and metabolic disturbances in different leukocytes, favoring the proinflammatory response of these cells. Thus, obesity and DM2 are important risk factors for proinflammatory response and metabolic dysregulation that can favor the occurrence of the cytokine storm, implicated in the severity and high mortality risk of the COVID-19 in these patients. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2022
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177. An Augmented Reality Serious Game for Learning Intelligent Wheelchair Control: Comparing Configuration and Tracking Methods.
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Maio, Rafael, Marques, Bernardo, Alves, João, Santos, Beatriz Sousa, Dias, Paulo, and Lau, Nuno
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ELECTRIC wheelchairs ,AUGMENTED reality ,INTELLIGENT control systems ,EDUCATIONAL games ,HORSE racetracks ,PEOPLE with disabilities - Abstract
This work proposes an augmented reality serious game (ARSG) for supporting individuals with motor disabilities while controlling robotic wheelchairs. A racing track was used as the game narrative; this included restriction areas, static and dynamic virtual objects, as well as obstacles and signs. To experience the game, a prior configuration of the environment, made through a smartphone or a computer, was required. Furthermore, a visualization tool was developed to exhibit user performance while using the ARSG. Two user studies were conducted with 10 and 20 participants, respectively, to compare (1) how different devices enable configuring the ARSG, and (2) different tracking capabilities, i.e., methods used to place virtual content on the real-world environment while the user interacts with the game and controls the wheelchair in the physical space: C1—motion tracking using cloud anchors; C2—offline motion tracking. Results suggest that configuring the environment with the computer is more efficient and accurate, in contrast to the smartphone, which is characterized as more engaging. In addition, condition C1 stood out as more accurate and robust, while condition C2 appeared to be easier to use. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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178. Are the Instructions Clear? Evaluating the Visual Characteristics of Augmented Reality Content for Remote Guidance.
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Marques, Bernardo, Ferreira, Carlos, Silva, Samuel, Santos, Andreia, Dias, Paulo, and Santos, Beatriz Sousa
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Augmented Reality (AR) solutions are emerging in multiple scenarios of application as Industry 4.0 takes shape. In particular, for remote collaboration, flexible mechanisms such as authoring tools can be used to generate instructions and assist human operators as they experience increased complexity in their daily tasks. In addition to the traditional handicap of ensuring instructions can be intuitively created without having to understand complicated AR concepts, another relevant topic is the fact that the quality of said instructions is not properly analyzed prior to the tools being evaluated. This means that the characteristics of the visual content are not adequately assessed beforehand. Hence, it is essential to be aware of the cognitive workload associated with AR instructions to assert if they can be easily understood and accepted before being deployed in real-world scenarios. To address this, we focused on AR during sessions of remote guidance. Based on a participatory process with domain experts from the industry sector, a prototype for creating AR-based instructions was developed, and a user study with two parts was conducted: (1) first, a set of step-by-step instructions was produced, and their visual characteristics were evaluated by 129 participants based on a set of relevant dimensions; (2) afterward, these instructions were used by nine participants to understand if they could be used to assist on-site collaborators during real-life remote maintenance tasks. The results suggest that the AR instructions offer low visual complexity and considerable visual impact, clarity, and directed focus, thus improving situational understanding and promoting task resolution. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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179. Lumped intracellular dynamics: Mathematical modeling of the microalgae Tetradesmus obliquus cultivation under mixotrophic conditions with glycerol
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Dario, Priscila P., Balmant, Wellington, Lírio, Fabiana R., Ramos, Luiz P., Blanco, Johana G., Sugai, Daniela Y., Vargas, José V.C., Santos, Beatriz, and Mariano, André B.
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180. Natural alternatives for thermoelectric materials [Resumo]
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Santos, Beatriz, Lopes, E.B., Neves, Filipe, and Gonçalves, António Pereira
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181. Patientsʼ Evaluations of Complete Denture Therapy and Their Association with Related Variables: A Pilot Study
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Santos, Beatriz Ferreira Oliveira, dos Santos, Mateus Bertolini Fernandes, Santos, Jarbas Francisco Fernandes, and Marchini, Leonardo
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182. P olyM eC o—An integrated environment for polygonal mesh analysis and comparison
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Silva, Samuel, Madeira, Joaquim, and Santos, Beatriz Sousa
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183. An Ontology for Evaluation of Remote Collaboration using Augmented Reality
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Marques, Bernardo, Silva, Samuel, Dias, Paulo, and Sousa-Santos, Beatriz
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Research on remote collaboration mediated by Augmented Reality (AR) has been mostly devoted to creating and exploring the enabling technologies to establish a shared understanding among distributed collaborators. Yet, a more in-depth consideration of the nuances of collaboration should be considered in order to improve the methods to support, as well as to evaluate such processes. However, evaluation is a particularly challenging endeavor given the multitude of aspects that may influence remote collaboration scenarios that should be assessed to understand how collaboration occurs through this new medium. In this context, integrating characterization and evaluation methods for characterizing the collaborative process is of paramount importance. We propose a knowledge-based ontology describing relations among dimensions of collaboration and the main concepts of the evaluation process to guide researchers in designing and conducting their evaluations, thus providing a more comprehensive perspective on the collaborative process and the value of AR in this context.
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184. How Reconceptualization of the Self Is Negotiated in Psychotherapy: An Exploratory Study of the Therapeutic Collaboration.
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Ribeiro, Eugénia, Gonçalves, Miguel M., and Santos, Beatriz
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PSYCHOTHERAPY ,ZONE of proximal development ,EMOTION-focused therapy - Abstract
This case study explores the collaboration that occurs between therapist and client when reconceptualization innovative moments emerge. Reconceptualization innovative moments are exceptions to the problematic self-narrative that brought the client to therapy and are associated with successful psychotherapy. Reconceptualization innovative moments have two main components: a contrast between a past problematic facet and a current, more adjusted one (e.g., before I did/thought/felt X..., now, I do/think/feel Y) and an attribution for what allowed this transformation to occur (e.g., this was possible because I realized Z). The collaboration between therapist and client was analyzed using the Therapeutic Collaboration Coding System, which conceptualizes the relationship as collaborative or as noncollaborative. The majority of interactions in this case were clearly collaborative, with the therapist and client working inside the therapeutic zone of proximal development, which is typical of successful psychotherapy cases. Reconceptualization innovative moments begin with collaborative exchanges in which the therapist supported the problem and the client elaborated on the change afterward. Implications of these findings for change in psychotherapy are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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185. Educational Data Virtual Lab: Connecting the Dots Between Data Visualization and Analysis.
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Lopez-Pernas, Sonsoles, Munoz-Arcentales, Andres, Aparicio, Carlos, Barra, Enrique, Gordillo, Aldo, Salvachua, Joaquin, Quemada, Juan, Santos, Beatriz Sousa, and Alford, Ginger
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DATA visualization ,DATA analysis ,DATA science ,AIRSHIPS ,DIGITAL learning ,CHANNEL coding - Abstract
Educational Data Virtual Lab (EDVL) is an open-source platform for data exploration and analysis that combines the power of a coding environment, the convenience of an interactive visualization engine, and the infrastructure needed to handle the complete data lifecycle. Based on the building blocks of the FIWARE European platform and Apache Zeppelin, this tool allows domain experts to become acquainted with data science methods using the data available within their own organization, ensuring that the skills they acquire are relevant to their field and driven by their own professional goals. We used EDVL in a pilot study in which we carried out a focus group within a multinational company to gain insight into potential users' perceptions of EDVL, both from the educational and operational points of view. The results of our evaluation suggest that EDVL holds a great potential to train the workforce in data science skills and to enable collaboration among professionals with different levels of expertise. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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186. Adverse Events of Physiotherapy Interventions in Parkinsonian Patients.
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Caniça, Verónica, Bouça‐Machado, Raquel, Rosa, Mário Miguel, Ferreira, Joaquim J., Guerreiro, Daniela, Nunes, Raquel, Nunes, Pedro, Queimado, Francisco, Saúde‐Braz, Alexandra, Leitão, Mariana, Lousada, Inês, Ferreira, Filipa Pona, Lobo, Teresa, Belo, João, Antunes, Laura, Alves, Joana, Cacho, Ricardo, Santos, Beatriz, Dias, Susana, and Patriarca, Alexandra
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PARKINSONIAN disorders ,PHYSICAL therapy ,PHYSICAL therapists ,PARKINSON'S disease - Abstract
Background: Physiotherapists have an ethical, professional, and regulatory responsibility for safety in all aspects of patient care. Notwithstanding, the adverse events issue has been inadequately addressed in the rehabilitation research field. Objectives: To determine the frequency and characterize the adverse events that occur during or in between physiotherapy sessions for parkinsonian syndromes. Methods: An exploratory clinical study was conducted. Physiotherapists were asked to actively report the adverse events that occurred during or between sessions for parkinsonian syndromes. Results: A total of 100 patients were enrolled in the study, which resulted in 1845 sessions. The most common adverse events reported were falls, pain/discomfort, and hypotension, with a total of 128 adverse events reported. Conclusions: During the physiotherapy sessions, adverse events do occur. Future research should clarify the relationship between AE occurrence and the type of intervention as well as causality and risk‐minimization strategies. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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187. VisVisual: A Toolkit for Teaching and Learning Data Visualization.
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Wang, Chaoli, Souza Santos, Beatriz, and Alford, Ginger
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This article describes the motivation, design, and evaluation of the VisVisual toolkit to engage students in learning essential visualization concepts, algorithms, and techniques. The toolkit includes four independent components: 1) VolumeVisual, 2) FlowVisual, 3) GraphVisual, and 4) TreeVisual, covering scalar and vector data visualization in scientific visualization and graph and tree layouts in information visualization. Complementary to the toolkit design is resource development, aiming to help instructors integrate VisVisual into their curriculum. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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188. Retrospective Investigation in Horses with Encephalitis Reveals Unnoticed Circulation of West Nile Virus in Brazil.
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Fritsch, Hegger, Pereira, Felicidade Mota, Costa, Erica Azevedo, Fonseca, Vagner, Tosta, Stephane, Xavier, Joilson, Levy, Flavia, Oliveira, Carla de, Menezes, Gabriela, Lima, Jaqueline, Santos, Lenisa, Silva, Luciana, Nardy, Vanessa, Astete, Marcela Kelly Gómez, Santos, Beatriz Senra Álvares da Silva, Aguiar, Nágila Rocha, Guedes, Maria Isabel Maldonado Coelho, Faria, Guilherme Canhestro de, Furtini, Ronaldo, and Drumond, Safira Rachel Milanez
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WEST Nile virus ,HORSES ,ENCEPHALITIS ,HORSE breeds ,INFECTIOUS disease transmission ,SPINAL cord - Abstract
During these past years, several studies have provided serological evidence regarding the circulation of West Nile virus (WNV) in Brazil. Despite some reports, much is still unknown regarding the genomic diversity and transmission dynamics of this virus in the country. Recently, genomic monitoring activities in horses revealed the circulation of WNV in several Brazilian regions. These findings on the paucity of genomic data reinforce the need for prompt investigation of WNV infection in horses, which may precede human cases of encephalitis in Brazil. Thus, in this study, we retrospectively screened 54 suspicious WNV samples collected between 2017 and 2020 from the spinal cord and brain of horses with encephalitis and generated three new WNV genomes from the Ceará and Bahia states, located in the northeastern region of Brazil. The Bayesian reconstruction revealed that at least two independent introduction events occurred in Brazil. The first introduction event appears to be likely related to the North American outbreak, and was estimated to have occurred in March 2013.The second introduction event appears to have occurred in September 2017 and appears to be likely related to the South American outbreak. Together, our results reinforce the importance of increasing the priority of WNV genomic monitoring in equines with encephalitis in order to track the dispersion of this emerging pathogen through the country. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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189. Reply to Muscle sympathetic nerve activity measurement: a promising autonomic detecting tool for cardiovascular disease
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Goes-Santos, Beatriz R., Rondon, Eduardo, Antunes-Correa, Ligia M., and Negrão, Carlos E.
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190. Image Denoising Methods for Tumor Discrimination in High-Resolution Computed Tomography
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Silva, José Silvestre, Silva, Augusto, and Santos, Beatriz Sousa
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191. A decision-support tool for a capacitated location-routing problem
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Lopes, Rui Borges, Barreto, Sérgio, Ferreira, Carlos, and Santos, Beatriz Sousa
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192. Teaching 3D modelling and visualization using VTK
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Dias, Paulo, Madeira, Joaquim, and Sousa Santos, Beatriz
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193. Evaluation of antibacterial, antifungal and modulatory activity of methanol and ethanol extracts of Padina sanctae-crucis
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Nogueira, Lavouisier FB, Morais, Edson C, Brito, Maria AD, Santos, Beatriz S, Vale, Doanny L, Lucena, Bruno FF, Figueredo, Fernando G, Guedes, Glaucia MM, Tintino, Saulo R, Souza, Celestina E S, Nogueira, Raquel BSS, Matias, Edinardo FF, Morais-Braga, Maria FB, Cunha, Emídio VL, Lima, Micheline A, and Coutinho, Henrique DM
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194. Head-mounted display versus desktop for 3D navigation in virtual reality: a user study
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Sousa Santos, Beatriz, Dias, Paulo, Pimentel, Angela, Baggerman, Jan-Willem, Ferreira, Carlos, Silva, Samuel, and Madeira, Joaquim
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195. High-Frequency Detection of fosA3 and bla CTX–M– 55 Genes in Escherichia coli From Longitudinal Monitoring in Broiler Chicken Farms.
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Menck-Costa, Maísa Fabiana, Baptista, Ana Angelita Sampaio, Gazal, Luiz Eduardo de Souza, Justino, Larissa, Sanches, Matheus Silva, de Souza, Marielen, Nishio, Erick Kenji, Queiroz dos Santos, Beatriz, Cruz, Victor Dellevedove, Berbert, João Vitor Monteiro, Gonçalves, Bruna Carolina, Andrade, Galdino, Vespero, Eliana Carolina, Nakazato, Gerson, and Kobayashi, Renata Katsuko Takayama
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BROILER chickens ,ESCHERICHIA coli ,POULTRY litter ,ANIMAL culture ,FOOD animals ,PLASMIDS ,POULTRY farms - Abstract
Considering the worrying emergence of multidrug resistance, including in animal husbandry and especially in food-producing animals, the need to detect antimicrobial resistance strains in poultry environments is relevant, mainly considering a One Health approach. Thus, this study aimed to conduct longitudinal monitoring of antimicrobial resistance in broiler chicken farms, with an emphasis on evaluating the frequency of resistance to fosfomycin and β-lactams. Escherichia coli was isolated from broiler chicken farms (cloacal swabs, meconium, poultry feed, water, poultry litter, and Alphitobius diaperinus) in northern Paraná from 2019 to 2020 during three periods: the first period (1st days of life), the second period (20th to 25th days of life), and third period (40th to 42nd days of life). Antibiogram tests and the detection of phenotypic extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) were performed, and they were confirmed by seaching for genes from the bla
CTX–M group. The other resistance genes searched were mcr-1 and fosA3. Some ESBL blaCTX–M– 1 group strains were selected for ESBL identification by sequencing and enterobacterial repetitive intergenic consensus-polymerase chain reaction analysis. To determine the transferability of the blaCTX–M– 1– and fosA3 -carrying plasmids, strains were subjected to conjugation experiments. A total of 507 E. coli were analyzed: 360 from cloacal swabs, 24 from meconium samples, 3 from poultry feed samples, 18 from water samples, 69 from poultry litter samples, and 33 from A. diaperinus samples. Among the strain isolate, 80% (406/507) were multidrug-resistant (MDR), and 51% (260/507) were ESBL-positive, with the blaCTX–M– 1 group being the most frequent. For the fosA3 gene, 68% (344/507) of the strains isolated were positive, deserves to be highlighted E. coli isolated from day-old chickens (OR 6.34, CI 2.34–17.17), when compared with strains isolated from other origins (poultry litter, A. diaperinus , water, and poultry feed). This work alerts us to the high frequency of the fosA3 gene correlated with the CTX-M-1 group (OR 3.57, CI 95% 2.7–4.72, p < 0.05), especially the blaCTX–M– 55 gene, in broiler chickens. This profile was observed mainly in day-old chicken, with a high percentage of E. coli that were MDR. The findings emphasize the importance of conducting longitudinal monitoring to detect the primary risk points during poultry production. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]- Published
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196. VisLitE: Visualization Literacy and Evaluation.
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Firat, Elif E., Joshi, Alark, Laramee, Robert S., Sousa Santos, Beatriz, and Alford, Ginger
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With the widespread advent of visualization techniques to convey complex data, visualization literacy (VL) is growing in importance. Two noteworthy facets of literacy are user understanding and the discovery of visual patterns with the help of graphical representations. The research literature on VL provides useful guidance and opportunities for further studies in this field. This introduction summarizes and presents research on VL that examines how well users understand basic and advanced data representations. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first tutorial article on interactive VL. We describe evaluation categories of existing relevant research into unique subject groups that facilitate and inform comparisons of literacy literature and provide a starting point for interested readers. In addition, the introduction also provides an overview of the various evaluation techniques used in this field of research and their challenging nature. Our introduction provides researchers with unexplored directions that may lead to future work. This starting point serves as a valuable resource for beginners interested in the topic of VL. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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197. Components of Banisteriopsis caapi , a Plant Used in the Preparation of the Psychoactive Ayahuasca, Induce Anti-Inflammatory Effects in Microglial Cells.
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Santos, Beatriz Werneck Lopes, Moreira, Daniel Carneiro, Borges, Tatiana Karla dos Santos, and Caldas, Eloisa Dutra
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Banisteriopsis caapi is used to prepare the psychoactive beverage ayahuasca, and both have therapeutic potential for the treatment of many central nervous system (CNS) conditions. This study aimed to isolate new bioactive compounds from B. caapi extract and evaluate their biological activity, and that of the known β-carboline components of the plant (harmine, harmaline, and tetrahydroharmine), in BV-2 microglial cells, the in vivo activation of which is implicated in the physiopathology of CNS disorders. B. caapi extract was fractionated using semipreparative liquid chromatography (HPLC-DAD) and the exact masses ([M + H]+m/z) of the compounds in the 5 isolated fractions were determined by high-resolution LC-MS/MS: F1 (174.0918 and 233.1289), F2 (353.1722), F3 (304.3001), F4 (188.1081), and F5 (205.0785). Harmine (75.5–302 µM) significantly decreased cell viability after 2 h of treatment and increased the number of necrotic cells and production of reactive oxygen species at equal or lower concentrations after 24 h. F4 did not impact viability but was also cytotoxic after 24 h. Most treatments reduced proinflammatory cytokine production (IL-2, IL-6, IL-17, and/or TNF), especially harmaline and F5 at 2.5 µM and higher concentrations, tetrahydroharmine (9.3 µM and higher), and F5 (10.7 µM and higher). The results suggest that the compounds found in B. caapi extract have anti-inflammatory potential that could be explored for the development of treatments for neurodegenerative diseases. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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198. Vigilância epidemiológica do vírus do Nilo Ocidental no mundo e no Brasil: relevância da vigilância equina no contexto de saúde única
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Costa, Erica Azevedo, Bayeux, José Joffre Martins, Silva, Aila Solimar Gonçalves, de Queiroz, Guilherme Alves, Santos, Beatriz Senra Álvares da Silva, Rocha, Marcele Neves, Rehfeld, Izabelle Silva, Franklin, Luisa Feliciano de Souza, Valle, Livia Braga, Guedes, Maria Isabel Maldonado Coelho, and Teixeira, Raffaella Bertoni Cavalcanti
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Flavivirus ,Brasil ,Conscientização ,Equine surveillance ,Awareness ,Vírus do Nilo Ocidental ,West Nile virus ,Flavivírus ,Vigilância equina - Abstract
O vírus do Nilo Ocidental (WNV) é um flavivírus neuropatogênico transmitido por mosquito, mantido na natureza emum ciclo de transmissão zoonótica entre as aves e os mosquitos ornitofílicos, principalmente do gênero Culex. Até a décadade 1990, o WNV era considerado um arbovírus do mundo antigo, mas em 1999 surgiu nos Estados Unidos da Américae se espalhou rapidamente, tornando-se uma grande ameaça à saúde pública. O WNV se adaptou ao ciclo envolvendomosquitos e pássaros americanos e chegou à América Central e do Sul nos anos subsequentes. Em 2003, o Sistema Nacionalde Vigilância da Febre do Nilo Ocidental no Brasil foi criado com base na triagem sorológica de animais sentinelas evetores, conforme recomendado pela Organização Pan-Americana da Saúde (OPAS) e pela Organização Mundial daSaúde (OMS). Desde 2008, evidências sorológicas de infecção por WNV em equinos brasileiros têm sido relatadas e acirculação do WNV monitorada por meio de triagem sorológica de cavalos sentinelas, além da notificação de casos deencefalomielite. Os equinos são altamente suscetíveis ao WNV e surtos de doenças neurológicas geralmente precedemcasos humanos. Nesse sentido, a vigilância equina tem sido essencial para fornecer um alerta precoce às autoridades desaúde pública e animal em vários países, incluindo o Brasil. Isso demonstra a necessidade de programas de intervençãoem saúde pública e animal para alocar recursos e conscientizar os médicos veterinários sobre seu papel em processos devigilância humana que envolvam equinos. Nesta revisão, é discutida a importância da vigilância equina e dos médicosveterinários como linha de frente na vigilância humana no Brasil e no mundo, no contexto de saúde única. West Nile virus (WNV) is a neurovirulent mosquito-borne Flavivirus that is maintained in nature by a zoonotic transmissioncycle between avian hosts and ornithophilic mosquito vectors, mostly from the Culex genus. Until the 1990s, WNV wasconsidered to be an old-world arbovirus, but in 1999, WNV emerged in the United States (US) and spread rapidly, becoming amajor threat to public health. WNV adapted to the transmission cycle involving American mosquitoes and birds and reachedCentral and South America in subsequent years. In 2003, the National West Nile Fever Surveillance System was created in Brazilbased on serological screening of animals and sentinel vectors, as recommended by the Pan American Health Organization(PAHO) and the World Health Organization (WHO). Since 2008, serological evidence of WNV infection in Brazilian horseshas been reported, and the circulation of WNV has been monitored through the regular serological screening of sentinel horsesand reporting of encephalomyelitis cases. Horses are highly susceptible to WNV infection, and outbreaks of neurologicaldisease among horses often precede human cases. In this regard, equine surveillance has been essential in providing earlywarning to public and animal health authorities in several countries, including Brazil. This demonstrates the need for animaland public health intervention programs to allocate resources to make veterinarians aware of the role they can play in thehuman surveillance processes by monitoring horses. This review discusses the importance of equine surveillance and the gapthat veterinarians can fill on the front line in human surveillance, in Brazil and worldwide, in the context of “One Health”
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199. The evolution and automation in A&D industry
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Santos, Beatriz Leitão Cabrita Figueiredo and André, Rosário
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IOT ,Aerospace and defense ,ComputerApplications_COMPUTERSINOTHERSYSTEMS ,Robotics ,Ciências Sociais::Economia e Gestão [Domínio/Área Científica] - Abstract
The Aerospace and Defense Industry generated more than $1.2billion in revenues in 2018and the perspectives are for the market to keep growing. With the increase in air traffic and the growing investment sin defense, technologies take relevant place in the market. The conducted analysis shows the growth of the emerging technologies and the impact they can have in the industry.
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200. Viability of Cyperus rotundus L. tubers after application of herbicide in pre- and postemergence
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Giraldeli, Ana Ligia, Silva, André Felipe Moreira, Brito, Felipe Carrara de, Lima, Robson Josadaque Nogueira de, Santos, Beatriz Sizilio dos, Oliveira, Diogo Alexandre Góes de, and Victoria Filho, Ricardo
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Chemical management is the most widely adopted technique to control weeds in sugarcane crops. Purple nutsedge (Cyperus rotundus L.) is among the most difficult species to control. Herbicides need to be absorbed and translocated in a sufficient amount for the tuber chain to be effective. Thus, this study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the herbicides sulfentrazone, diclosulam, imazapic, imazapyr, halosulfuron, ethoxysulfuron, monosodium methyl arsenate (MSMA), and 2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid (2,4-D) in controlling C. rotundus and reducing the viability of its tubers. The experiment was carried out in a greenhouse in a completely randomized design, with nine treatments and four replications. The herbicides sulfentrazone (800 g active ingredient – ai·ha?1), diclosulam (193.17 g ai·ha?1), imazapic (133 g ai·ha?1), and imazapyr (500 g acid equivalent – ae·ha?1) were applied in preemergence at five days after planting the tubers, while halosulfuron (112.5 g ai·ha?1), ethoxysulfuron (135 g ai·ha?1), MSMA (1,975 g ai·ha?1), and 2,4-D (1,340 g ae·ha?1) were applied in postemergence (4 to 5 leaves). The parameters visual control, shoot dry matter, number of tubers and bulbs, weight of tubers + bulbs, number of epigeal manifestations, and tuber viability were analyzed. The herbicides diclosulam, halosulfuron, and ethoxysulfuron provided 100% control of the shoot at 90 days after application (DAA). All herbicides reduced the number of bulbs, weight of tubers + bulbs, and shoot dry matter. The herbicides sulfentrazone, imazapic, halosulfuron, ethoxysulfuron, and MSMA provided the highest reduction in tuber viability. RESUMO O manejo químico é o mais adotado para o controle de plantas daninhas na cultura da cana-de-açúcar. Entre as espécies de difícil controle está a tiririca (Cyperus rotundus L.). Os herbicidas utilizados precisam ser absorvidos e transportados para a cadeia de tubérculos em quantidades suficientes para serem eficazes. Assim, objetivou-se com este estudo avaliar a eficácia dos herbicidas sulfentrazona, diclosulam, imazapique, imazapir, halossulfurom, etoxissulfurom, metano arseniato ácido monossodico (MSMA) e ácido diclorofenoxiacético (2,4-D) no controle de C. rotundus e na redução da viabilidade de seus tubérculos. O experimento foi realizado em casa de vegetação, em delineamento inteiramente randomizado, com nove tratamentos e quatro repetições. Os herbicidas sulfentrazone (800 g ingrediente ativo – i.a.·ha-1), diclosulam (193,17 g i.a.·ha-1), imazapique (133 g i.a.·ha-1) e imazapir (500 g equivalente – e.a.·ha-1) foram aplicados cinco dias após o plantio dos tubérculos em pré-emergência, enquanto que o halossulfurom (112,5 g i.a.·ha-1), etoxissulfurom (135 g i.a.·ha-1), MSMA (1.975 g i.a.·ha-1) e 2,4-D (1.340 g e.a.·ha-1) foram aplicados em pós-emergência (4 a 5 folhas). Foram feitas avaliações visuais de controle, massa seca da parte aérea, número de tubérculos e bulbos, peso de tubérculos + bulbos, número de manifestações epígeas e viabilidade de tubérculos. Aos 90 dias após a aplicação (DAA) os herbicidas diclosulam, halossulfurom e etoxissulfurom propiciaram 100% de controle da parte aérea. Todos os herbicidas reduziram o número de bulbos, peso de tubérculos + bulbos e massa seca da parte aérea. Sulfentrazona, imazapic, halossulfurom, etoxissulfurom e MSMA foram os herbicidas que mais reduziram a viabilidade dos tubérculos.
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