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2. Backward design and authentic performance tasks to foster English skills: Perspectives of Hungarian teacher candidates
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Carlos L. Alvarez, Branca Mirnic, Jardel C. Santos, and Tatiana G. Pineda
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backward design model ,curriculum ,English language teaching ,performance tasks ,syllabus design ,Education ,Education (General) ,L7-991 - Abstract
This quasi-experimental research aimed to describe the syllabus design process using the backward design model and its features to determine the teacher candidates’ perceptions of its application in the English Skills Development course. To achieve these objectives, the syllabus based on the BDM was designed before starting the course; after that, it was applied to sixteen students enrolled in a teacher preparation program at a Hungarian university in Budapest. At the end of the course, the participants developed sixteen final projects related to the main topic of the course, teaching English as a Foreign Language in Hungary and following the Goal, Role, Audience, Situation, Product, Standard (GRASPS) framework to conduct authentic performance tasks. This research method involves collecting data through written reflections, focus-group interviews and content analysis of the conducted performance tasks. The results show that BDM and authentic performance tasks can be used as a coherent, organized, and flexible syllabus design that supports EFL students by providing differentiated instruction to foster their English skills, creativity, problem-solving and critical thinking skills, long life and autonomous learning, and digital competencies. Furthermore, the results of the study make an essential contribution to the context of EFL by suggesting that planning the syllabus based on the BDM creates strong connections between course objectives, assessment, content, teaching strategies, and technology, thereby offering a practical framework for educators to enhance their teaching practices in the digital age.
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3. New Psychoactive Substances: Health and Legal Challenges
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Inês C. Santos, Daniela Maia, Ricardo Jorge Dinis-Oliveira, and Daniel José Barbosa
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new psychoactive substances ,trends of drug abuse ,forensic aspects ,warning signs ,public health ,Therapeutics. Pharmacology ,RM1-950 - Abstract
Drug abuse represents a significant public health problem with a growing tendency. As a way of circumventing the strict national and international control of psychoactive substances by regulatory agencies, there is a market release of new substances with psychoactive activity, called New Psychoactive Substances (NPSs). This group of substances encompasses a diverse range of synthetic compounds designed to mimic the effects of traditional illicit substances. As NPSs show stronger psychoactive effects than classical drugs, they pose unique challenges to public health and regulatory frameworks. Additionally, some substances are considered NPSs in some countries but not in others. Therefore, based on a given legal definition, manufacturers can create an NPS that does not fall under that definition and thus is not prohibited. This review critically explores the multifaceted dimensions of the criminal and legal contexts associated with NPSs. It examines the trends of abuse, the intricate network of criminal and legal aspects surrounding these substances, and the crucial warning signs that indicate their emergence, highlighting the health risks posed by these substances. In conclusion, this manuscript addresses the intricate interplay between the pharmacology, risks, and regulatory responses. These multifaceted challenges associated with NPSs will likely provide valuable insights for future research.
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4. Effect of Y2O3 content on the mechanical and optical properties of zirconia-based dental ceramics
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A. M. S. Monção, E. M. B. dos Santos, P. L. Gomes, J. E. V. Amarante, B. X. de Freitas, and C. Santos
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ceramics ,yttria-doped zirconia ,mechanical properties ,opacity ,ISO-6872 ,Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General) ,TA1-2040 - Abstract
Abstract The present work aims to identify variations in the mechanical and optical properties of samples produced from ZrO2 powders containing different Y2O3 contents (3Y-TZP, 4Y-PSZ, and 5Y-PSZ) intended for applications such as dental prostheses. Disc-shaped samples (n=60) were uniaxially pressed, sintered at 1550 °C-2 h, and characterized. Dense ceramics were obtained for all compositions. The increase of Y2O3 content led to the increase of the cubic-ZrO2 phase with a reducing tetragonal phase. As a result, mechanical properties were reduced (flexural strength of 1375~590 MPa and fracture toughness 7.2~4.1 MPa.m1/2) while translucency was improved. Based on the requirements of ISO-6872 standard, 3Y-TZP presents versatility for non-aesthetic applications, while 5Y-PSZ is recommended for aesthetic applications such as anterior teeth due to better translucency.
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5. Mechanical properties of Ce-TZP/Al2O3 ceramic composites as a function of sintering parameters
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B. X. Freitas, E. T. Duarte, J. E. A. Vasconcelos, R. O. Magnago, K. Strecker, and C. Santos
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Ce-TZP/Al2O3/H6A composites ,densification ,grain growth ,mechanical properties ,Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General) ,TA1-2040 - Abstract
Abstract Ceramic composites based on Ce-TZP/Al2O3/H6A were sintered in order to promote grain growth and to study the effects of ZrO2 grain size on the properties of this material. A mixture of ZrO2-CeO2-Al2O3 powders was sintered at 1450 °C-2 h, following the manufacturer’s recommendations. Then, the samples were further treated at 1500 or 1600 °C, for 0, 2, 8, or 24 h. The sintered specimens were characterized by X-ray diffraction, relative density, and grain size distribution. Vickers nanohardness, Young’s modulus (E), and fracture toughness were measured. The materials showed complete densification for all sintering conditions studied. t-ZrO2, α-Al2O3, and cerium hexaluminate (H6A) were observed. The alumina and hexaluminate grains had average grain sizes of 0.7 and 4.5 μm (AR>3), respectively, without significant variations during the additional heat treatments. However, significant growth took place for the ZrO2 grains with increasing temperature and holding time, increasing the average grain size from 0.6~1.4 μm, when sintered at 1500 °C-2 h to 1600 °C-24 h, respectively. The materials exhibited Vickers nanohardness of 1800 HV and E=241±15 GPa. On the other hand, the considerable grain growth of the ZrO2 grains as a function of holding time reflected in a reduction of the fracture toughness, which decreased from 8.5 to 5.7 MPa.m1/2 for samples sintered at 1500 °C-2 h to 1600 °C-24 h, respectively.
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6. Development and characterization of Al2O3-based biocomposites reinforced with 3Y-TZP nanoparticles
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C. M. F. A. Cossu, M. F. R. P. Alves, R. M. T. Gomes, K. Strecker, R. O. Magnago, and C. Santos
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bioceramics ,Al2O3/Y-TZP composite ,orthopedic medicine ,mechanical properties ,Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General) ,TA1-2040 - Abstract
Abstract Alumina ceramics were reinforced with different amounts of stabilized-tetragonal zirconia nanoparticles, 3Y-TZP, and their properties were evaluated aiming for future applications in orthopedic medicine. Different amounts of 3Y-TZP (3 to 15 wt%) were mixed with Al2O3 powder, using high-energy milling (400 rpm-24 h). Samples were uniaxially compacted and sintered at 1600 °C-2 h. The samples were characterized by their relative density, microstructure, and crystalline phases. Furthermore, Vickers hardness, fracture toughness, and bending strength were determined. After the high-energy milling process, a considerable amount of monoclinic (m) ZrO2 was detected in the powder mixtures, besides the α-Al2O3 and tetragonal (t) ZrO2 phases. After sintering the samples presented relative densities greater than 98.5%, regardless of the amount of the Y-TZP additions used. Furthermore, the monoclinic phase was reconverted into the tetragonal phase during sintering. The Vickers hardness varied between 1750 and 1690 HV, depending on the amount of Y-TZP added. Bending strength and fracture toughness were also sensitive to the addition of Y-TZP, with values increasing from 351.5 to 701.7 MPa and KIC from 3.5 to 5.6 MPa.m1/2, indicating that the t-ZrO2 grains enable the activation of the transformation toughening mechanisms such as t→m phase transformation and residual stress. The biological responses of the composites, evaluated by their cytotoxicity and chemical solubility, accredit the materials developed for future in vitro and in vivo studies aimed at application as biomaterials.
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7. Structural Validity Evidence for the Oxford Utilitarianism Scale Across 15 Languages
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Briana Oshiro, William H. B. McAuliffe, Raymond Luong, Anabela C. Santos, Andrej Findor, Anna O. Kuzminska, Anthony Lantian, Asil A. Özdoğru, Balazs Aczel, Bojana M. Dinić, Christopher R. Chartier, Jasper Hidding, Job A. M. de Grefte, John Protzko, Mairead Shaw, Maximilian A. Primbs, Nicholas A. Coles, Patricia Arriaga, Patrick S. Forscher, Savannah C. Lewis, Tamás Nagy, Wieteke C. de Vries, William Jimenez-Leal, Yansong Li, and Jessica Kay Flake
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Oxford Utilitarianism Scale ,translation ,measurement invariance ,reliability ,Psychological Science Accelerator ,Psychology ,BF1-990 - Abstract
Abstract: Background: The Psychological Science Accelerator (PSA) recently completed a large-scale moral psychology study using translated versions of the Oxford Utilitarianism Scale (OUS). However, the translated versions have no validity evidence. Objective: The study investigated the structural validity evidence of the OUS across 15 translated versions and produced version-specific validity reports. Methods: We analyzed OUS data from the PSA, which was collected internationally on a centralized online questionnaire. We also collected qualitative feedback from experts for each translated version. Results: For each version, we produced version-specific psychometric reports which include the following: (1) descriptive item and demographics analyses, (2) factor structure evidence using confirmatory factor analyses, (3) measurement invariance testing across languages using multiple-group confirmatory factor analyses and alignment optimization, and (4) reliability analyses using coefficients α and ω.
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8. The BALA project: A pioneering monitoring of Azorean forest invertebrates over two decades (1999–2022)
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Gabor Pozsgai, Sébastien Lhoumeau, Isabel R. Amorim, Mário Boieiro, Pedro Cardoso, Ricardo Costa, Maria Teresa Ferreira, Abrão Leite, Jagoba Malumbres-Olarte, Guilherme Oyarzabal, François Rigal, Alejandra Ros-Prieto, Ana M. C. Santos, Rosalina Gabriel, and Paulo A. V. Borges
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Abstract Globally, there is a concerning decline in many insect populations, and this trend likely extends to all arthropods, potentially impacting unique island biota. Native non-endemic and endemic species on islands are under threat due to habitat destruction, with the introduction of exotic, and potentially invasive, species, further contributing to this decline. While long-term studies of plants and vertebrate fauna are available, long-term arthropod datasets are limited, hindering comparisons with better-studied taxa. The Biodiversity of Arthropods of the Laurisilva of the Azores (BALA) project has allowed gathering comprehensive data since 1997 in the Azorean Islands (Portugal), using standardised sampling methods across islands. The dataset includes arthropod counts from epigean (pitfall traps) and canopy-dwelling (beating samples) communities, enriched with species information, biogeographic origins, and IUCN categories. Metadata associated with the sample protocol and events, like sample identifier, archive number, sampled tree species, and trap type are also recorded. The database is available in multiple formats, including Darwin Core, which facilitates the ecological analysis of pressing environmental concerns, such as arthropod population declines and biological invasions.
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9. Single high‐energy arc proton therapy with Bragg peak boost (SHARP)
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Scott N. Penfold, Alexandre M. C. Santos, Melanie Penfold, Emma Shierlaw, and Rosanna Crain
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intensity‐modulated proton therapy ,proton arc therapy ,proton therapy treatment planning ,Medical physics. Medical radiology. Nuclear medicine ,R895-920 - Abstract
Abstract Introduction Because of the co‐location of critical organs at risk, base of skull tumours require steep dose gradients to achieve the prescribed dosimetric criteria. When available, proton beam therapy (PBT) is often considered a desirable modality for these cases, but in many instances, compromises in target coverage are still required to achieve critical organ at risk (OAR) tolerance doses. A number of techniques have been proposed to further improve the penumbra of PBT. In the current study, we propose a novel, collimator‐free treatment planning technique that combines high‐energy shoot‐through proton beams with conventional Bragg peak spot placement. The small spot size of the high‐energy pencil beams provides a sharp penumbra at the target boundary, and the Bragg peak spots provide a higher linear energy transfer (LET) boost to the target centre. Methods Three base of skull chordoma patients were retrospectively planned with three different PBT treatment planning techniques: (1) conventional intensity‐modulated proton therapy (IMPT); (2) high‐energy proton arc therapy (HE‐PAT); and (3) the novel technique combining HE‐PAT and IMPT, referred to as single high‐energy arc with Bragg peak boost (SHARP). The Monaco 6 treatment planning system was used. Results SHARP was found to improve the PBT penumbra in the plane perpendicular to the HE‐PAT beams. Minimal penumbra differences were observed in the plane of the HE‐PAT beams. SHARP reduced dose‐averaged LET to surrounding organs at risk. Conclusion A novel PBT treatment planning technique was successfully implemented. Initial results indicate the potential for SHARP to improve the penumbra of PBT treatments for base of skull tumours.
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10. Cooperative Unmanned Aerial and Surface Vehicles for Extended Coverage in Maritime Environments
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Matheus C. Santos, Ben Bartlett, Vincent E. Schneider, Fiachra O. Bradaigh, Benjamin Blanck, Phillipe C. Santos, Petar Trslic, James Riordan, and Gerard Dooly
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Unmanned aerial vehicles ,unmanned surface vehicles ,cooperative systems ,UAV ,USV ,autonomous landing ,Electrical engineering. Electronics. Nuclear engineering ,TK1-9971 - Abstract
Maritime operations, such as ship hull inspections, infrastructure assessments, and rapid response to emergencies, often expose humans to hazardous environments. The deployment of unmanned vehicles offers a potential solution to mitigate risks and reduce operational costs in such scenarios. Collaborative efforts between Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs) can enhance mission endurance and portability. This paper introduces a cooperative UAV-USV system designed to expand the operational coverage area. It leverages off-the-shelf satellite-based technology to establish robust communication links between UAVs, USVs, and the ground station. This connection facilitates the development of an autonomous launch and recovery system, relying on GPS and visual servoing. Furthermore, the system incorporates a Battery Hot Swap-system (BHS) on the USV, allowing the UAV to resume its mission within 3 minutes. The effectiveness of this proposed solution was demonstrated through successful inspection trials conducted at the port of Hamburg, Germany.
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11. WAXALLY: NEW SOFTWARE TO IDENTIFY ACYCLIC LIPIDS FROM GAS CHROMATOGRAPHY COUPLED TO MASS SPECTROMETRY DATA
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Lucas Paradizo Roma and Déborah Yara A. C. Santos
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cuticular waxes ,derivatized compounds ,standard digital library ,fatty acids ,alcohols. ,Chemistry ,QD1-999 - Abstract
Gas chromatography coupled to mass spectrometry (GC-MS) has been widely used, and along with other methodologies such as derivatization, is a powerful tool to analyze phytocompounds, including cuticular wax components. The loss of structural information upon fragmentation of waxes makes it difficult to interpret and identify the GC-MS mass spectra of these compounds with the traditional methods, as digital libraries. Therefore, as a new complementary alternative to traditional methods of identifying aliphatic acyclic lipids based on mass spectra, we present the new software WaxAlly in this technical note. WaxAlly is a new software created based on simple algorithms, enabling the rapid recognition by the user of eight aliphatic acyclic lipid classes, including alkanes, alkenes, aldehydes, ketones, esters, and TMS derivatives of free fatty acids, primary and secondary alcohols, and their homologues with carbon chains varying between 10 and 100 carbons. Additionally, the WaxAlly software provides a section for data organization, internet comparison to NIST and PubChem databases, and academic information about mass fragmentation of acyclic lipids. The software has proven to be a very useful complementary technique in identifying plant wax lipid homologues, and new fragmentation patterns of lipid classes can be added in the future to improve the program.
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12. Seed priming with Ascophyllum nodosum (L.) Le Jolis extract macroalgae in soybean
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A. F. R. Oliveira, M. P. da Silva, C. C. Santos, E. C. de Oliveira Júnior, L. S. Novaes, L. O. M. Martins, H. L. dos Santos, J. M. Silverio, and S. P. Q. Scalon
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Glycine max L. ,bioinputs ,biostimulant ,germination ,Photosystem II ,Science ,Biology (General) ,QH301-705.5 ,Zoology ,QL1-991 ,Botany ,QK1-989 - Abstract
Abstract Seed priming with biostimulant for soybean is a promising practice contributing positively to the physiological quality and vigor of seedlings, but there are little studies regarding protocols of bioinputs, such as Ascophyllum nodosum L. seaweed extract. We aimed to evaluate the effect of doses of A. nodosum macroalgae in seed priming and its impact on germination and seedling vigor of soybean. Seeds were subjected to priming with A. nodosum extract (ANE) at doses of 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 mL kg seed−1 during 15 min. Priming with ANE did not influence the first count and seed germination. Soybean seedlings from priming with 5 mL kg−1 ANE showed higher growth and shoot and root dry biomass. We observed increase 18% for shoot dry matter with priming of 5 mL kg−1 ANE compared to untreated seeds. The responses were variable for the emergence speed index in function ANE and did not influence the photochemical processes in photosystem II. Seed priming with ANE contributed in higher chlorophyll index. ANE showed a biostimulant effect on soybean seedlings, providing better growth and biomass characteristics, being promising in seed priming, but further studies are suggested in order to increase information regarding its use protocol for soybean.
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13. Promising CO2 gas sensor application of zinc oxide nanomaterials fabricated via HVPG technique
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Klaud Jenssen F. Haygood, Dinny Harnany, Jamasri, Gil Nonato C. Santos, and Muhammad Akhsin Muflikhun
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Zinc oxide rods ,The horizontal vapor phase growth ,Magnetic field ,Root like shape ,CO2 gas sensor ,Science (General) ,Q1-390 ,Social sciences (General) ,H1-99 - Abstract
Highly effective gas sensors for detecting a range of hazardous and toxic gases were successfully applied in the present study using Zinc oxide (ZnO) nanomaterials. In this work, the horizontal vapor phase growth (HVPG) technique was perfectly capable of the synthesis of zinc oxide (ZnO) nanomaterials. The effect of the growth time with different dwell times was discussed by comparing the SEM-EDX analysis and photoluminescence characterization of the samples. Magnetic field (AMF) was also incorporated to determine the effect of AMF on the synthesis of ZnO nanomaterials. The results showed that the ZnO nanorods and root-like shapes are formed with more than 5 μm length and a few nm diameters. The optimum parameter showed the sensors are shiner than the less effective sensor when applied. The introduction of an external magnetic field led to a reduced energy band gap by a maximum of 15 %. The non-AMF band gap energy value is observed to be between 3.51 and 3.58 eV, while the value obtained using AMF is found to be between 2.94 and 3.22 eV. During the CO2 gas sensor test, AMF ZnO nanomaterial samples exhibited higher voltage and gradient compared to non-AMF samples.
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14. Catálogo Taxonômico da Fauna do Brasil: Setting the baseline knowledge on the animal diversity in Brazil
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Walter A. Boeger, Michel P. Valim, Hussam Zaher, José A. Rafael, Rafaela C. Forzza, Alexandre R. Percequillo, Cristiana S. Serejo, André R.S. Garraffoni, Adalberto J. Santos, Adam Slipinski, Adelita M. Linzmeier, Adolfo R. Calor, Adrian A. Garda, Adriano B. Kury, Agatha C.S. Fernandes, Aisur I. Agudo-Padrón, Alberto Akama, Alberto M. da Silva Neto, Alejandro L. Burbano, Aleksandra Menezes, Alessandre Pereira-Colavite, Alexander Anichtchenko, Alexander C. Lees, Alexandra M.R. Bezerra, Alexandre C. Domahovski, Alexandre D. Pimenta, Alexandre L.P. Aleixo, Alexandre P. Marceniuk, Alexandre S. de Paula, Alexandre Somavilla, Alexandre Specht, Alexssandro Camargo, Alfred F. Newton, Aline A.S. da Silva, Aline B. dos Santos, Aline D. Tassi, Allan C. Aragão, Allan P.M. Santos, Alvaro E. Migotto, Amanda C. Mendes, Amanda Cunha, Amazonas Chagas Júnior, Ana A.T. de Sousa, Ana C. Pavan, Ana C.S. Almeida, Ana L.B.G. Peronti, Ana L. Henriques-Oliveira, Ana L. Prudente, Ana L. Tourinho, Ana M.O. Pes, Ana P. Carmignotto, Ana P.G. da Silva Wengrat, Ana P.S. Dornellas, Anamaria Dal Molin, Anderson Puker, André C. Morandini, André da S. Ferreira, André L. Martins, André M. Esteves, André S. Fernandes, André S. Roza, Andreas Köhler, Andressa Paladini, Andrey J. de Andrade, Ângelo P. Pinto, Anna C. de A. Salles, Anne I. Gondim, Antonia C.Z. Amaral, Antonio A.A. Rondón, Antonio Brescovit, Antônio C. Lofego, Antonio C. Marques, Antonio Macedo, Artur Andriolo, Augusto L. Henriques, Augusto L. Ferreira Júnior, Aurino F. de Lima, Ávyla R. de A. Barros, Ayrton do R. Brito, Bárbara L.V. Romera, Beatriz M.C. de Vasconcelos, Benjamin W. Frable, Bernardo F. Santos, Bernardo R. Ferraz, Brunno B. Rosa, Brunno H.L. Sampaio, Bruno C. Bellini, Bruno Clarkson, Bruno G. de Oliveira, Caio C.D. Corrêa, Caleb C. Martins, Camila F. de Castro-Guedes, Camilla Souto, Carla de L. Bicho, Carlo M. Cunha, Carlos A. de M. Barboza, Carlos A.S. de Lucena, Carlos Barreto, Carlos D.C.M. de Santana, Carlos E.Q. Agne, Carlos G.C. Mielke, Carlos H.S. Caetano, Carlos H.W. Flechtmann, Carlos J.E. Lamas, Carlos Rocha, Carolina S. Mascarenhas, Cecilia B. Margaría, Cecilia Waichert, Celina Digiani, Célio F.B. Haddad, Celso O. Azevedo, Cesar J. Benetti, Charles M.D. dos Santos, Charles R. Bartlett, Cibele Bonvicino, Cibele S. Ribeiro-Costa, Cinthya S.G. Santos, Cíntia E.L. Justino, Clarissa Canedo, Claudia C. Bonecker, Cláudia P. Santos, Claudio J.B. de Carvalho, Clayton C. Gonçalves, Cleber Galvão, Cleide Costa, Cléo D.C. de Oliveira, Cristiano F. Schwertner, Cristiano L. Andrade, Cristiano M. Pereira, Cristiano Sampaio, Cristina de O. Dias, Daercio A. de A. Lucena, Daiara Manfio, Dalton de S. Amorim, Dalva L. de Queiroz, Daniara Colpani, Daniel Abbate, Daniel A. Aquino, Daniel Burckhardt, Daniel C. Cavallari, Daniel de C. Schelesky Prado, Daniel L. Praciano, Daniel S. Basílio, Daniela de C. Bená, Daniela G.P. de Toledo, Daniela M. Takiya, Daniell R.R. Fernandes, Danilo C. Ament, Danilo P. Cordeiro, Darliane E. Silva, Darren A. Pollock, David B. Muniz, David I. Gibson, David S. Nogueira, Dayse W.A. Marques, Débora Lucatelli, Deivys M.A. Garcia, Délio Baêta, Denise N.M. Ferreira, Diana Rueda-Ramírez, Diego A. Fachin, Diego de S. Souza, Diego F. Rodrigues, Diego G. de Pádua, Diego N. Barbosa, Diego R. Dolibaina, Diogo C. Amaral, Donald S. Chandler, Douglas H.B. Maccagnan, Edilson Caron, Edrielly Carvalho, Edson A. Adriano, Edson F. de Abreu Júnior, Edson H.L. Pereira, Eduarda F.G. Viegas, Eduardo Carneiro, Eduardo Colley, Eduardo Eizirik, Eduardo F. dos Santos, Eduardo M. Shimbori, Eduardo Suárez-Morales, Eliane P. de Arruda, Elisandra A. Chiquito, Élison F.B. Lima, Elizeu B. de Castro, Elton Orlandin, Elynton A. do Nascimento, Emanuel Razzolini, Emanuel R.R. Gama, Enilma M. de Araujo, Eric Y. Nishiyama, Erich L. Spiessberger, Érika C.L. dos Santos, Eugenia F. Contreras, Eunice A.B. Galati, Evaldo C. de Oliveira Junior, Fabiana Gallardo, Fabio A. Hernandes, Fábio A. Lansac-Tôha, Fabio B. Pitombo, Fabio Di Dario, Fábio L. dos Santos, Fabio Mauro, Fabio O. do Nascimento, Fabio Olmos, Fabio R. Amaral, Fabio Schunck, Fábio S. P. de Godoi, Fabrizio M. Machado, Fausto E. Barbo, Federico A. Agrain, Felipe B. Ribeiro, Felipe F.F. Moreira, Felipe F. Barbosa, Fenanda S. Silva, Fernanda F. Cavalcanti, Fernando C. Straube, Fernando Carbayo, Fernando Carvalho Filho, Fernando C.V. Zanella, Fernando de C. Jacinavicius, Fernando H.A. Farache, Fernando Leivas, Fernando M.S. Dias, Fernando Mantellato, Fernando Z. Vaz-de-Mello, Filipe M. Gudin, Flávio Albuquerque, Flavio B. Molina, Flávio D. Passos, Floyd W. Shockley, Francielly F. Pinheiro, Francisco de A.G. de Mello, Francisco E. de L. Nascimento, Francisco L. Franco, Francisco L. de Oliveira, Francisco T. de V. Melo, Freddy R.B. Quijano, Frederico F. Salles, Gabriel Biffi, Gabriel C. Queiroz, Gabriel L. Bizarro, Gabriela Hrycyna, Gabriela Leviski, Gareth S. Powell, Geane B. dos Santos, Geoffrey E. Morse, George Brown, George M.T. Mattox, Geraldo Zimbrão, Gervásio S. Carvalho, Gil F.G. Miranda, Gilberto J. de Moraes, Gilcélia M. Lourido, Gilmar P. Neves, Gilson R.P. Moreira, Giovanna G. Montingelli, Giovanni N. Maurício, Gláucia Marconato, Guilherme E.L. Lopez, Guilherme L. da Silva, Guilherme Muricy, Guilherme R.R. Brito, Guilherme S.T. Garbino, Gustavo E. Flores, Gustavo Graciolli, Gustavo S. Libardi, Heather C. Proctor, Helcio R. Gil-Santana, Henrique R. Varella, Hermes E. Escalona, Hermes J. Schmitz, Higor D.D. Rodrigues, Hilton de C. Galvão Filho, Hingrid Y.S. Quintino, Hudson A. Pinto, Hugo L. Rainho, Igor C. Miyahira, Igor de S. Gonçalves, Inês X. Martins, Irene A. Cardoso, Ismael B. de Oliveira, Ismael Franz, Itanna O. Fernandes, Ivan F. Golfetti, Ivanklin S. Campos-Filho, Ivo de S. Oliveira, Jacques H.C. Delabie, Jader de Oliveira, Jadila S. Prando, James L. Patton, Jamille de A. Bitencourt, Janaina M. Silva, Jandir C. Santos, Janine O. Arruda, Jefferson S. Valderrama, Jeronymo Dalapicolla, Jéssica P. Oliveira, Jiri Hájek, João P. Morselli, João P. Narita, João P.I. Martin, Jocélia Grazia, Joe McHugh, Jorge J. Cherem, José A.S. Farias Júnior, Jose A.M. Fernandes, José F. Pacheco, José L.O. Birindelli, José M. Rezende, Jose M. Avendaño, José M. Barbanti Duarte, José R. Inácio Ribeiro, José R.M. Mermudes, José R. Pujol-Luz, Josenilson R. dos Santos, Josenir T. Câmara, Joyce A. Teixeira, Joyce R. do Prado, Juan P. Botero, Julia C. Almeida, Julia Kohler, Julia P. Gonçalves, Julia S. Beneti, Julian P. Donahue, Juliana Alvim, Juliana C. Almeida, Juliana L. Segadilha, Juliana M. Wingert, Julianna F. Barbosa, Juliano Ferrer, Juliano F. dos Santos, Kamila M.D. Kuabara, Karine B. Nascimento, Karine Schoeninger, Karla M. Campião, Karla Soares, Kássia Zilch, Kim R. Barão, Larissa Teixeira, Laura D. do N.M. de Sousa, Leandro L. Dumas, Leandro M. Vieira, Leonardo H.G. Azevedo, Leonardo S. Carvalho, Leonardo S. de Souza, Leonardo S.G. Rocha, Leopoldo F.O. Bernardi, Letícia M. Vieira, Liana Johann, Lidianne Salvatierra, Livia de M. Oliveira, Lourdes M.A. El-moor Loureiro, Luana B. Barreto, Luana M. Barros, Lucas Lecci, Lucas M. de Camargos, Lucas R.C. Lima, Lucia M. Almeida, Luciana R. Martins, Luciane Marinoni, Luciano de A. Moura, Luciano Lima, Luciano N. Naka, Lucília S. Miranda, Lucy M. Salik, Luis E.A. Bezerra, Luis F. Silveira, Luiz A. Campos, Luiz A.S. de Castro, Luiz C. Pinho, Luiz F.L. Silveira, Luiz F.M. Iniesta, Luiz F.C. Tencatt, Luiz R.L. Simone, Luiz R. Malabarba, Luiza S. da Cruz, Lukas Sekerka, Lurdiana D. Barros, Luziany Q. Santos, Maciej Skoracki, Maira A. Correia, Manoel A. Uchoa, Manuella F.G. Andrade, Marcel G. Hermes, Marcel S. Miranda, Marcel S. de Araújo, Marcela L. Monné, Marcelo B. Labruna, Marcelo D. de Santis, Marcelo Duarte, Marcelo Knoff, Marcelo Nogueira, Marcelo R. de Britto, Marcelo R.S. de Melo, Marcelo R. de Carvalho, Marcelo T. Tavares, Marcelo V. Kitahara, Marcia C.N. Justo, Marcia J.C. Botelho, Márcia S. Couri, Márcio Borges-Martins, Márcio Felix, Marcio L. de Oliveira, Marco A. Bologna, Marco S. Gottschalk, Marcos D.S. Tavares, Marcos G. Lhano, Marcus Bevilaqua, Marcus T.T. Santos, Marcus V. Domingues, Maria A.M. Sallum, María C. Digiani, Maria C.A. Santarém, Maria C. do Nascimento, María de los A.M. Becerril, Maria E.A. dos Santos, Maria I. da S. dos Passos, Maria L. Felippe-Bauer, Mariana A. Cherman, Mariana Terossi, Marie L.C. Bartz, Marina F. de C. Barbosa, Marina V. Loeb, Mario Cohn-Haft, Mario Cupello, Marlúcia B. Martins, Martin L. Christofersen, Matheus Bento, Matheus dos S. Rocha, Maurício L. Martins, Melissa O. Segura, Melissa Q. Cardenas, Mércia E. Duarte, Michael A. Ivie, Michael M. Mincarone, Michela Borges, Miguel A. Monné, Mirna M. Casagrande, Monica A. Fernandez, Mônica Piovesan, Naércio A. Menezes, Natalia P. Benaim, Natália S. Reategui, Natan C. Pedro, Nathalia H. Pecly, Nelson Ferreira Júnior, Nelson J. da Silva Júnior, Nelson W. Perioto, Neusa Hamada, Nicolas Degallier, Ning L. Chao, Noeli J. Ferla, Olaf H.H. Mielke, Olivia Evangelista, Oscar A. Shibatta, Otto M.P. Oliveira, Pablo C.L. Albornoz, Pablo M. Dellapé, Pablo R. Gonçalves, Paloma H.F. Shimabukuro, Paschoal Grossi, Patrícia E. da S. Rodrigues, Patricia O.V. Lima, Paul Velazco, Paula B. dos Santos, Paula B. Araújo, Paula K.R. Silva, Paula R. Riccardi, Paulo C. de A. Garcia, Paulo G.H. Passos, Paulo H.C. Corgosinho, Paulo Lucinda, Paulo M.S. Costa, Paulo P. Alves, Paulo R. de O. Roth, Paulo R.S. Coelho, Paulo R.M. Duarte, Pedro F. de Carvalho, Pedro Gnaspini, Pedro G.B. Souza-Dias, Pedro M. Linardi, Pedro R. Bartholomay, Peterson R. Demite, Petr Bulirsch, Piter K. Boll, Rachel M.M. Pereira, Rafael A.P.F. Silva, Rafael B. de Moura, Rafael Boldrini, Rafaela A. da Silva, Rafaela L. Falaschi, Ralf T.S. Cordeiro, Ramon J.C.L. Mello, Randal A. Singer, Ranyse B. Querino, Raphael A. Heleodoro, Raphael de C. Castilho, Reginaldo Constantino, Reinaldo C. Guedes, Renan Carrenho, Renata S. Gomes, Renato Gregorin, Renato J.P. Machado, Renato S. Bérnils, Renato S. Capellari, Ricardo B. Silva, Ricardo Kawada, Ricardo M. Dias, Ricardo Siewert, Ricaro Brugnera, Richard A.B. Leschen, Robert Constantin, Robert Robbins, Roberta R. Pinto, Roberto E. dos Reis, Robson T. da C. Ramos, Rodney R. Cavichioli, Rodolfo C. de Barros, Rodrigo A. Caires, Rodrigo B. Salvador, Rodrigo C. Marques, Rodrigo C. Araújo, Rodrigo de O. Araujo, Rodrigo de V.P. Dios, Rodrigo Johnsson, Rodrigo M. Feitosa, Roger W. Hutchings, Rogéria I.R. Lara, Rogério V. Rossi, Roland Gerstmeier, Ronald Ochoa, Rosa S.G. Hutchings, Rosaly Ale-Rocha, Rosana M. da Rocha, Rosana Tidon, Rosangela Brito, Roseli Pellens, Sabrina R. dos Santos, Sandra D. dos Santos, Sandra V. Paiva, Sandro Santos, Sarah S. de Oliveira, Sávio C. Costa, Scott L. Gardner, Sebastián A. Muñoz Leal, Sergio Aloquio, Sergio L.C. Bonecker, Sergio L. de S. Bueno, Sérgio M. de Almeida, Sérgio N. Stampar, Sérgio R. Andena, Sergio R. Posso, Sheila P. Lima, Sian de S. Gadelha, Silvana C. Thiengo, Simone C. Cohen, Simone N. Brandão, Simone P. Rosa, Síria L.B. Ribeiro, Sócrates D. Letana, Sonia B. dos Santos, Sonia C.S. Andrade, Stephane Dávila, Stéphanie Vaz, Stewart B. Peck, Susete W. Christo, Suzan B.Z. Cunha, Suzete R. Gomes, Tácio Duarte, Taís Madeira-Ott, Taísa Marques, Talita Roell, Tarcilla C. de Lima, Tatiana A. Sepulveda, Tatiana F. Maria, Tatiana P. Ruschel, Thaiana Rodrigues, Thais A. Marinho, Thaís M. de Almeida, Thaís P. Miranda, Thales R.O. Freitas, Thalles P.L. Pereira, Thamara Zacca, Thaynara L. Pacheco, Thiago F. Martins, Thiago M. Alvarenga, Thiago R. de Carvalho, Thiago T.S. Polizei, Thomas C. McElrath, Thomas Henry, Tiago G. Pikart, Tiago J. Porto, Tiago K. Krolow, Tiago P. Carvalho, Tito M. da C. Lotufo, Ulisses Caramaschi, Ulisses dos S. Pinheiro, Ulyses F.J. Pardiñas, Valéria C. Maia, Valeria Tavares, Valmir A. Costa, Vanessa S. do Amaral, Vera C. Silva, Vera R. dos S. Wolff, Verônica Slobodian, Vinícius B. da Silva, Vinicius C. Espíndola, Vinicius da Costa-Silva, Vinicius de A. Bertaco, Vinícius Padula, Vinicius S. Ferreira, Vitor C.P. da Silva, Vítor de Q. Piacentini, Vivian E. Sandoval-Gómez, Vivian Trevine, Viviane R. Sousa, Vivianne B. de Sant’Anna, Wayne N. Mathis, Wesley de O. Souza, Wesley D. Colombo, Wioletta Tomaszewska, Wolmar B. Wosiacki, Ximena M.C. Ovando, and Yuri L.R. Leite
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ABSTRACT The limited temporal completeness and taxonomic accuracy of species lists, made available in a traditional manner in scientific publications, has always represented a problem. These lists are invariably limited to a few taxonomic groups and do not represent up-to-date knowledge of all species and classifications. In this context, the Brazilian megadiverse fauna is no exception, and the Catálogo Taxonômico da Fauna do Brasil (CTFB) (http://fauna.jbrj.gov.br/), made public in 2015, represents a database on biodiversity anchored on a list of valid and expertly recognized scientific names of animals in Brazil. The CTFB is updated in near real time by a team of more than 800 specialists. By January 1, 2024, the CTFB compiled 133,691 nominal species, with 125,138 that were considered valid. Most of the valid species were arthropods (82.3%, with more than 102,000 species) and chordates (7.69%, with over 11,000 species). These taxa were followed by a cluster composed of Mollusca (3,567 species), Platyhelminthes (2,292 species), Annelida (1,833 species), and Nematoda (1,447 species). All remaining groups had less than 1,000 species reported in Brazil, with Cnidaria (831 species), Porifera (628 species), Rotifera (606 species), and Bryozoa (520 species) representing those with more than 500 species. Analysis of the CTFB database can facilitate and direct efforts towards the discovery of new species in Brazil, but it is also fundamental in providing the best available list of valid nominal species to users, including those in science, health, conservation efforts, and any initiative involving animals. The importance of the CTFB is evidenced by the elevated number of citations in the scientific literature in diverse areas of biology, law, anthropology, education, forensic science, and veterinary science, among others.
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15. Land use around influences the entomological community in lettuce horticultural systems
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C. M. Silva-Neto, L. A. C. Santos, M. M. Bernardes, C. Salas, C. Valdés, M. T. Muñoz-Quezada, and R. O. Araujo
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agronomy ,agroecosystem ,entomology ,horticulture ,pest insects ,Science ,Biology (General) ,QH301-705.5 ,Zoology ,QL1-991 ,Botany ,QK1-989 - Abstract
Abstract The complexity of the agroecosystem can also be assessed by the different land uses in the system and the surroundings, being a relevant way to assess the heterogeneity of the landscape and the effects on the community of interest, in this case, entomofauna. Thus, the objective of this work is to verify how the use of soil in the surroundings of Chilean lettuce horticultural systems, in the Coquimbo Region, alters the entomological community of the crop. Insect sampling was conducted (February 2021 to March 2022) using yellow pan traps. Two sites will be sampled on each of the seven studied lettuce crops. Land use and land cover classes were defined: Forests, water bodies, shrub vegetation, grasslands, barren lands, impermeable surfaces, and urban areas. After land use and land cover classification, buffers of 500 to 5,000 m were created around each data collection point. For data analysis, the percentages of land use of different classes were compared with the ecological attributes: Abundance of insects, abundance of insect pests, richness of entomological families and types of oral apparatus (licker-sucker, mandible, picker-sucker, and sucker). Land uses at different distances from horticultural systems affected the entomological community.
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16. Adsorption of methylene blue dye on construction and demolition waste in an aqueous medium
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H. J. B. da Silva, M. L. de Sá, R. S. de Oliveira, M. R. M. C. Santos, and J. M. E. de Matos
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adsorption ,methylene blue dye ,construction and demolition waste ,Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General) ,TA1-2040 - Abstract
Abstract The present research proposed the use of construction and demolition waste (CDW) in adsorption of methylene blue dye in aqueous medium. CDW was studied in its natural form and calcined aiming to improve its properties, both being characterized by different techniques and subjected to adsorption studies. From the kinetic study, it was verified that both systems presented a better fit to the experimental data for the pseudo-second-order model (R2 >0.980). The concentration and temperature variation showed a maximum adsorption capacity of 112.23 mg.g-1 (natural) and 418.6 mg.g-1 (calcined) both for the temperature of 45 ºC. The experimental data fit better with the Langmuir isotherm model, with a correlation coefficient R2 ≥0.960 for both samples. It was observed that both residues presented favorable adsorption mechanisms and effective adsorption parameters, but the calcined sample presented better results, and thinking in a low-cost material, natural sample can be more economically advantageous. In this view, CDW represents a potential and promising alternative for water purification.
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17. Exploring the Impact of Partial Occlusion on Emotion Classification From Facial Expressions: A Comparative Study of XR Headsets and Face Masks.
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Alberto Casas-Ortiz, Jon Echeverria, Nerea Jimenez-Tellez, and Olga C. Santos
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18. Toward Virtualized Optical-Wireless Heterogeneous Networks.
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Zoran Vujicic, Maria C. Santos, Rodrigo Méndez, Bleron Klaiqi, Jonathan Rodriguez 0001, Xavier Gelabert, Md. Arifur Rahman, and Roberto Gaudino
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19. Range extension and new records of Tailed Tailless Bat, Anoura caudifer (É. Geoffroy, 1818), in northeastern Brazil
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Beatriz D. Natividade, Marcione Brito de Oliveira, Patrício Adriano da Rocha, Nádia M. C. Santos-Cavalcante, José Luís Passos Cordeiro, and Valéria da C. Tavares
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Caatinga ,Chiroptera ,Glossophaginae ,morphology v ,Biology (General) ,QH301-705.5 - Abstract
We report on the occurrence of Anoura caudifer (É. Geoffory, 1818) in northeastern Brazil and expand its known geographic distribution. The new records are from the Ceará and Bahia states. The record from Ceará is the first from that state, and the two new records from Bahia are from the northern part of that state. These records extend the known distribution of A. caudifer by 600 km in the eastern South America.
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20. Trends in Viral Vector-Based Vaccines for Tuberculosis: A Patent Review (2010–2023)
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Lana C. Santos, Antônio Márcio Santana Fernandes, Izabel Almeida Alves, Mairim Russo Serafini, Leandra da Silva e Silva, Humberto Fonseca de Freitas, Luciana C. C. Leite, and Carina C. Santos
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Tuberculosis (TB) is an ancient global public health problem. Several strategies have been applied to develop new and more effective vaccines against TB, from attenuated or inactivated mycobacteria to recombinant subunit or genetic vaccines, including viral vectors. This review aimed to evaluate patents filed between 2010 and 2023 for TB vaccine candidates. It focuses on viral vector-based strategies. A search was carried out in Espacenet, using the descriptors “mycobacterium and tuberculosis” and the classification A61K39. Of the 411 patents preliminarily identified, the majority were related to subunit vaccines, with 10 patents based on viral vector platforms selected in this study. Most of the identified patents belong to the United States or China, with a concentration of patent filings between 2013 and 2023. Adenoviruses were the most explored viral vectors, and the most common immunodominant Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) antigens were present in all the selected patents. The majority of patents were tested in mouse models by intranasal or subcutaneous route of immunization. In the coming years, an increased use of this platform for prophylactic and/or therapeutic approaches for TB and other diseases is expected. Along with this, expanding knowledge about the safety of this technology is essential to advance its use.
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21. Understanding the differences in U.S. NCAA Division I coaches and athletes’ preferences on time demands measures
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Jay C. Santos and Michael Sagas
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NCAA ,college coaches ,student-athletes ,time demands ,organizational conflict ,Sociology of Sport ,Sports Policy ,Coaching Practice ,Sports Management ,Social Sciences - Abstract
AbstractGuided by Pondy Bureaucratic Model of Organizational Conflict, this study explored the differences between coaches and student-athletes in their preferences in five categories of time demands measures, namely Countable Athletically Related Activities (CARA), Competition Time Demands, Out of Season Time Demands, Academics, and Travel. It utilised the results of the United States (U.S.) NCAA Division I time demands survey conducted in Spring 2016. Using a team-level unit of analysis, the total sample was composed of 76 sports/teams. Team position (athletes vs coaches) was found to significantly influence all five time demands measures, with coaches more supportive than the athletes. These results suggest that athletes seek more control of their own time and do not support measures that allow for less control. Findings also reflect that time expectancies are an issue that contradicts the NCAA value system and exposes an organizational conflict involving the coaches and the athletes.
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22. Mastering Mind and Movement. ACM UMAP 2024 Tutorial on Modeling Intelligent Psychomotor Systems (M3@ACM UMAP 2024).
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Miguel Portaz, Pablo Garcia, Rwitajit Majumdar, and Olga C. Santos
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23. Harmonizing Ethical Principles: Feedback Generation Approaches in Modeling Human Factors for Assisted Psychomotor Systems.
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Miguel Portaz, Angeles Manjarrés Riesco, and Olga C. Santos
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24. IMPACT OF SLOW DRYING IN A COLD ROOM ON COFFEE SENSORY, CHEMICAL, AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
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Rodrigo A. Jordan, Fabrício C. de Oliveira, Eliana J. S. Argandoña, Anamari V. A. Motomiya, and Rodrigo C. Santos
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refrigerated storage ,sensory attributes ,colorimetry ,chemical composition ,Agriculture (General) ,S1-972 - Abstract
ABSTRACT This study aimed to evaluate the duplicity and synergism of slow drying and storage processes at low temperatures, using a refrigerated room under suitable conditions for coffee fruit just after harvest. A cold room was prepared to receive and store coffee fruit in bulk directly from the field, perform slow drying, and maintain water content at approximately 12% during three months of storage. The room operated at temperatures between 7 and 14 ºC and relative humidity between 37 and 41%. The coffee variety used was the Conilon Yellow 62. The initial water content reduction period from 54% (wb) to 12% (wb) was two months. For comparison, coffee harvested from the same batch was dried on a covered suspended bed. Results showed that the coffee dried and stored in the cold room received a sensory score of 86.41, while that dried on a suspended bed obtained a sensory score of 84.16. Moreover, the coffee dried and stored in the cold room had a higher energy content. Colorimetric analysis showed that the dried grains stored in the cold room had a reduction in the "a" coordinate, indicating an approximation to the green color. The cold room also allowed for extended storage of the coffee grains.
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25. Developing a hetero-intelligence methodological framework for sustainable policy-making based on the assessment of large language models
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Eva M. Buitrago-Esquinas, Miguel Puig-Cabrera, José António C. Santos, Margarida Custódio-Santos, and Rocío Yñiguez-Ovando
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hetero-intelligence methodological framework for sustainable policy-making ,Science - Abstract
This work delves into the increasing relevance of Large Language Models (LLMs) in the realm of sustainable policy-making, proposing an innovative hetero-intelligence framework that blends human and artificial intelligence (AI) for tackling modern sustainability challenges. The research methodology includes a hetero-intelligence performance test, which juxtaposes human intelligence with AI in the formulation and implementation of sustainable policies. After testing this hetero-intelligence methodology, seven steps are rigorously described so that it can be replicated in any sustainability planning related context. The results underscore the capabilities and limitations of LLMs, underscoring the critical role of human intelligence in enhancing the efficacy of hetero-intelligence systems. This work fulfils the need of a rigorous methodological framework based on empirical steps that can provide unbiased outcomes to be integrated into sustainable planning and decision-making processes. • Assesses LLMs’ limitations and capabilities regarding sustainable planning issues • A replicable methodology is proposed based on the combination of both human and artificial intelligence • It proposes and systematises the integration of a hetero-intelligent approach into the formulation of sustainability policies to be more efficient and effective
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26. Hippocampal acetylcholinesterase activation induced by streptozotocin in mice is protected by an organotellurium compound without evidence of toxicity
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NILCE C. PEIXOTO, JAMILE S. BERNARDI, CLÁUDIA S. OLIVEIRA, MARIANA SUELEN C. SANTOS, SARA L. MARION, RAFAEL S. SILVA, RAQUEL M. ROSA, OSCAR E.D RODRIGUES, and MARIA ESTER PEREIRA
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Alzheimer’s disease ,memory deficit ,organotellurium compound ,streptozotocin ,toxicity ,Science - Abstract
Abstract The cognitive deficit, which is like Alzheimer’s disease and is associated with oxidative damage, may be induced by exposure to streptozotocin. This study aimed to evaluate if the tellurium-containing organocompound, 3j, 5’-arylchalcogeno-3-aminothymidine derivative, interferes with the effects of streptozotocin, as well as to investigate its toxicity in adult mice. Cognitive deficit was induced by two doses of streptozotocin (2.25 mg/kg/day, 48 h interval) intracerebroventricularly. After, the mice were subcutaneously treated with 3j (8.62 mg/kg/day) for 25 days. The effects were assessed by evaluating hippocampal and cortical acetylcholinesterase and behavioral tasks. 3j toxicity was investigated for 10 (0, 21.55, or 43.10 mg/kg/day) and 37 (0, 4.31, or 8.62 mg/kg/day) days by assessing biometric parameters and glucose and urea levels, and alanine aminotransferase activity in blood plasma. 3j exposure did not alter the behavioral alterations induced by streptozotocin exposure. On the other hand, 3j exposure normalized hippocampus acetylcholinesterase activity, which is enhanced by streptozotocin exposure. Toxicity evaluation showed that the administration of 3j for either 10 or 37 days did not cause harmful effects on the biometric and biochemical parameters analyzed. Therefore, 3j does not present any apparent toxicity and reverts acetylcholinesterase activity increase induced by streptozotocin in young adult mice.
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27. Acute toxicity of total ammonia to Macrobrachium rosenbergii postlarvae at different salinity levels
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J. H. S. Motta, L. C. Santos, F. M. Dutra, A. B. Souza, M. F. Polese, L. S. Glória, A. P. Oliveira, and E. L. C. Ballester
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aquaculture ,shrimp ,freshwater ,water chemistry ,nitrogen compounds ,Science ,Biology (General) ,QH301-705.5 ,Zoology ,QL1-991 ,Botany ,QK1-989 - Abstract
Abstract Nitrogen compounds, particularly ammonium, nitrite and nitrate, are a major problem in shrimp production systems. These compounds can accumulate in the aquatic environment and reach harmful or even lethal levels. Thus, monitoring the levels of nitrogenous compounds such as ammonia and studying their effects on the animals are essential. One tool used for this purpose is acute toxicity testing based on the evaluation of LC50 values. Furthermore, tools that can help improve the performance of aquatic organisms in culture are needed. The present study aimed to evaluate the effect of salinity on the toxicity of total ammonia to postlarvae of the freshwater prawn Macrobrachium rosenbergii. For this purpose, acute toxicity testing (LC50-96h) was performed using 540 postlarvae with a mean weight of 0.13 g and a mean total length of 2.47 cm, divided into 54 experimental units of two liters each. A completely randomized design in a 3×6 factorial scheme was used, combining three salinities (0, 5, and 10 g.L-1) and six total ammonia concentrations (0, 8, 16, 32, 64, and 128 mg.L-1), with three replicates per combination. The LC50 values for M. rosenbergii postlarvae at 24, 48, 72, and 96 h and their respective confidence intervals (95%) were estimated using the trimmed Spearman-Karber method. The results showed that salinities of 5 or 10 g.L-1 did not reduce the acute toxicity of total ammonia.
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28. Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, phosphorus and organic residues in Peltophorum dubium (Spreng.) Taub. seedlings
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V. W. Trovato, G. G. de Souza, S. C. Santos, L. G. V. de Carvalho, E. S. de Medeiros, R. M. Biazatti, C. C. Santos, E. P. Torales, R. L. Carvalho, and V. C. Santos
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alternative substrates ,‘canafístula’ ,Fabaceae ,poultry manure ,symbiosis ,Science ,Biology (General) ,QH301-705.5 ,Zoology ,QL1-991 ,Botany ,QK1-989 - Abstract
Abstract Studies have underscored a growingdemand for innovative practices in the cultivation of seedlings from forest species, with a notable emphasis on the utilization of organic waste, inoculation with arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF), and phosphate fertilization. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of organic residues, inoculation with AMF, and phosphorus on the growth and quality of Peltophorum dubium (Spreng.) Taub. seedlings. Two independent experiments were conducted. In Experiment I, treatments included inoculation with various AMF species: control (without inoculation), Clareoideoglomus etunicatum, Rhizophagus heterosporum, Rhizophagus clarum, and MIX (a combination of the three AMF species), all in conjunction with varying doses of phosphorus (0, 60, 120, 180, and 240 mg kg-1 soil). In Experiment II, treatments comprised a control group (without AMF) and inoculation with Glomus clarum, Gigaspora margarita, Gigaspora albida, Clareoideoglomus etunicatum, and MIX (a combination of the four AMF species), each associated with four substrates: S1) soil + coarse sand – SCS, S2) SCS + poultry manure, S3) SCS + cattle manure, and S4) SCS + sheep manure. Peltophorum dubium seedlings exhibited heightened growth with the inoculation of R. heterosporum, R. clarum, and MIX. Positive responses were observed in seedlings when exposed to organic residues, particularly sheep manure, resulting in increased biomass production and enhanced Dickson quality index. The AMF inoculation, specifically with R. heterosporum, R. clarum, and MIX, provided optimal growth conditions for P. dubium seedlings. Remarkably, the utilization of organic residues, notably substrates with chicken manure and cattle manure, exerted substantial positive effects on both growth and quality of P. dubium seedlings.
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29. 1H NMR spectroscopy as a tool to probe potential biomarkers of the drying-salting process: A proof-of-concept study with the Amazon fish pirarucu
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Silva, Samuel O., Pedro G. Junior, Lucas, Machado, Marcos B., Jesus, Rogério S., Antônio S. Farias, Marco, Bezerra, Jaqueline A., and Diego C. Santos, Alan
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30. Dung removal increases under higher dung beetle functional diversity regardless of grazing intensification
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Jorge Ari Noriega, Joaquín Hortal, Indradatta deCastro-Arrazola, Fernanda Alves-Martins, Jean C. G. Ortega, Luis Mauricio Bini, Nigel R. Andrew, Lucrecia Arellano, Sarah Beynon, Adrian L. V. Davis, Mario E. Favila, Kevin D. Floate, Finbarr G. Horgan, Rosa Menéndez, Tanja Milotic, Beatrice Nervo, Claudia Palestrini, Antonio Rolando, Clarke H. Scholtz, Yakup Senyüz, Thomas Wassmer, Réka Ádam, Cristina de O. Araújo, José Luis Barragan-Ramírez, Gergely Boros, Edgar Camero-Rubio, Melvin Cruz, Eva Cuesta, Miryam Pieri Damborsky, Christian M. Deschodt, Priyadarsanan Dharma Rajan, Bram D’hondt, Alfonso Díaz Rojas, Kemal Dindar, Federico Escobar, Verónica R. Espinoza, José Rafael Ferrer-Paris, Pablo Enrique Gutiérrez Rojas, Zac Hemmings, Benjamín Hernández, Sarah J. Hill, Maurice Hoffmann, Pierre Jay-Robert, Kyle Lewis, Megan Lewis, Cecilia Lozano, Diego Marín-Armijos, Patrícia Menegaz de Farias, Betselene Murcia-Ordoñez, Seena Narayanan Karimbumkara, José Luis Navarrete-Heredia, Candelaria Ortega-Echeverría, José D. Pablo-Cea, William Perrin, Marcelo Bruno Pessoa, Anu Radhakrishnan, Iraj Rahimi, Amalia Teresa Raimundo, Diana Catalina Ramos, Ramón E. Rebolledo, Angela Roggero, Ada Sánchez-Mercado, László Somay, Jutta Stadler, Pejman Tahmasebi, José Darwin Triana Céspedes, and Ana M. C. Santos
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Abstract Dung removal by macrofauna such as dung beetles is an important process for nutrient cycling in pasturelands. Intensification of farming practices generally reduces species and functional diversity of terrestrial invertebrates, which may negatively affect ecosystem services. Here, we investigate the effects of cattle-grazing intensification on dung removal by dung beetles in field experiments replicated in 38 pastures around the world. Within each study site, we measured dung removal in pastures managed with low- and high-intensity regimes to assess between-regime differences in dung beetle diversity and dung removal, whilst also considering climate and regional variations. The impacts of intensification were heterogeneous, either diminishing or increasing dung beetle species richness, functional diversity, and dung removal rates. The effects of beetle diversity on dung removal were more variable across sites than within sites. Dung removal increased with species richness across sites, while functional diversity consistently enhanced dung removal within sites, independently of cattle grazing intensity or climate. Our findings indicate that, despite intensified cattle stocking rates, ecosystem services related to decomposition and nutrient cycling can be maintained when a functionally diverse dung beetle community inhabits the human-modified landscape.
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31. Exportin 1‐mediated nuclear/cytoplasmic trafficking controls drug sensitivity of classical Hodgkin's lymphoma
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Mélody Caillot, Hadjer Miloudi, Antoine Taly, Nuria Profitós‐Pelejà, Juliana C. Santos, Marcelo L. Ribeiro, Elsa Maitre, Simon Saule, Gaël Roué, Fabrice Jardin, and Brigitte Sola
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ibrutinib ,importazole ,importin β1 ,NFκB signaling ,selinexor ,Neoplasms. Tumors. Oncology. Including cancer and carcinogens ,RC254-282 - Abstract
Exportin 1 (XPO1) is the main nuclear export receptor that controls the subcellular trafficking and the functions of major regulatory proteins. XPO1 is overexpressed in various cancers and small inhibitors of nuclear export (SINEs) have been developed to inhibit XPO1. In primary mediastinal B‐cell lymphoma (PMBL) and classical Hodgkin's lymphoma (cHL), the XPO1 gene may be mutated on one nucleotide and encodes the mutant XPO1E571K. To understand the impact of mutation on protein function, we studied the response of PMBL and cHL cells to selinexor, a SINE, and ibrutinib, an inhibitor of Bruton tyrosine kinase. XPO1 mutation renders lymphoma cells more sensitive to selinexor due to a faster degradation of mutant XPO1 compared to the wild‐type. We further showed that a mistrafficking of p65 (RELA) and p52 (NFκB2) transcription factors between the nuclear and cytoplasmic compartments accounts for the response toward ibrutinib. XPO1 mutation may be envisaged as a biomarker of the response of PMBL and cHL cells and other B‐cell hemopathies to SINEs and drugs that target even indirectly the NFκB signaling pathway.
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32. Transcriptomic analysis reveals that RasGEF1b deletion alters basal and LPS-induced expression of genes involved in chemotaxis and cytokine responses in macrophages
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Heliana B. Fernandes, Isadora Mafra de Oliveira, Thomas S. Postler, Sérgio Q. Lima, Cícera A. C. Santos, Michaelle S. Oliveira, Felipe B. Leão, Sankar Ghosh, Maria C. Souza, Warrison Andrade, and Aristóbolo M. Silva
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Medicine ,Science - Abstract
Abstract Ras guanine nucleotide exchange factor member 1b (RasGEF1b) of the RasGEF/CDC25 domain-containing family is preferentially expressed by macrophages. However, information is lacking about its role in macrophage function. In this study, we generated mice with ubiquitous deletion of Rasgef1b and used RNA-seq-based transcriptomics to compare the global gene expression in wild-type and knock-out primary bone-marrow-derived macrophages under basal conditions and after lipopolysaccharide (LPS) treatment. Transcriptional filtering identified several genes with significantly different transcript levels between wild-type and knock-out macrophages. In total, 49 and 37 differentially expressed genes were identified at baseline and in LPS-activated macrophages, respectively. Distinct biological processes were significantly linked to down-regulated genes at the basal condition only, and largely included chemotaxis, response to cytokines, and positive regulation of GTPase activity. Importantly, validation by RT-qPCR revealed that the expression of genes identified as down-regulated after LPS stimulation was also decreased in the knock-out cells under basal conditions. We used a luciferase-based reporter assay to showcase the capability of RasGEF1b in activating the Serpinb2 promoter. Notably, knockdown of RasGEF1b in RAW264.7 macrophages resulted in impaired transcriptional activation of the Serpinb2 promoter, both in constitutive and LPS-stimulated conditions. This study provides a small collection of genes that shows relative expression changes effected by the absence of RasGEF1b in macrophages. Thus, we present the first evidence that RasGEF1b mediates the regulation of both steady-state and signal-dependent expression of genes and propose that this GEF plays a role in the maintenance of the basal transcriptional level in macrophages.
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33. Modelling Risk for Commodities in Brazil: An Application for Live Cattle Spot and Futures Prices
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Renata G. Alcoforado, Alfredo D. Egídio dos Reis, Wilton Bernardino, and José António C. Santos
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risk analysis ,future price ,commodity ,value at risk ,Boi Gordo Index (BGI) ,generalised autoregressive moving average (GARMA) ,Nutrition. Foods and food supply ,TX341-641 - Abstract
This study analyses a series of live cattle spot and futures prices from the Boi Gordo Index (BGI) in Brazil. The objective is to develop a model that best portrays this commodity’s behaviour to estimate futures prices more accurately. The database created contains 2010 daily entries in which trade in futures contracts occurs, as well as BGI spot sales in the market, from 1 December 2006 to 30 April 2015. One of the most important reasons why this type of risk needs to be measured is to set loss limits. To identify patterns in price behaviour in order to improve future transaction results, investors must analyse fluctuations in asset values for longer periods. Bibliographic research reveals that no other study has conducted a comprehensive analysis of this commodity using this approach. Cattle ranching is big business in Brazil given that in 2021, this sector moved BRL 913.14 billion (USD 169.29 billion). In that year, agribusiness contributed 26.6% of Brazil’s total gross domestic product. Using the proposed risk modelling technique, economic agents can make the best decision about which options within these investors’ reach produce more effective risk management. The methodology is based on Holt–Winters exponential smoothing algorithm, autoregressive integrated moving-average (ARIMA), ARIMA with exogenous inputs, generalised autoregressive conditionally heteroskedastic and generalised autoregressive moving-average (GARMA) models. More specifically, five different methods are applied that allow a comparison of 12 different models as ways to portray and predict the BGI commodity behaviours. The results show that GARMA with order c(2,1) and without intercept is the best model. Investors equipped with such precise modelling insights stand at an advantageous position in the market, promoting informed investment decisions and optimising returns.
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34. Optimization of Plasmodium vivax infection of colonized Amazonian Anopheles darlingi
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Alice O. Andrade, Najara Akira C. Santos, Alessandra S. Bastos, José Daniel C. Pontual, Cristiane S. Araújo, Analice S. Lima, Leandro N. Martinez, Amália S. Ferreira, Anna Caroline C. Aguiar, Carolina B. G. Teles, Rafael V. C. Guido, Rosa A. Santana, Stefanie C. P. Lopes, Jansen F. Medeiros, Zaira Rizopoulos, Joseph M. Vinetz, Brice Campo, Marcus Vinicius G. Lacerda, and Maisa S. Araújo
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Medicine ,Science - Abstract
Abstract Obtaining Plasmodium vivax sporozoites is essential for in vitro culture of liver stage parasites, not only to understand fundamental aspects of parasite biology, but also for drug and vaccine development. A major impediment to establish high-throughput in vitro P. vivax liver stage assays for drug development is obtaining sufficient numbers of sporozoites. To do so, female anopheline mosquitoes have to be fed on blood from P. vivax-infected patients through an artificial membrane-feeding system, which in turns requires a well-established Anopheles colony. In this study we established conditions to provide a robust supply of P. vivax sporozoites. Adding a combination of serum replacement and antibiotics to the membrane-feeding protocol was found to best improve sporozoite production. A simple centrifugation method appears to be a possible tool for rapidly obtaining purified sporozoites with a minimal loss of yield. However, this method needs to be better defined since sporozoite viability and hepatocyte infection were not evaluated.
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35. Urea Hydrogen Peroxide and Ethyl Lactate, an Eco-Friendly Combo System in the Direct C(sp2)–H Bond Selenylation of Imidazo[2,1‑b]thiazole and Related Structures
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Cassio A. O. Moraes, Rafaely B. C. Santos, Marcos F. O. Cavalcante, Jhefferson S. Guilhermi, Muhammad A. Ali, Giancarlo V. Botteselle, Tiago E. A. Frizon, Muhammad I. A. Shah, Luciano M. Lião, Adilson Beatriz, Sumbal Saba, and Jamal Rafique
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36. Assessing the Analgesic Efficacy of Lumbosacral Epidural Morphine in Cats Undergoing Ovariohysterectomy: A Comparative Study of Two Doses
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Ludimilla C. T. Martins, Jéssica B. Guimarães, Henrique T. Ferraz, Flávia Augusta de Oliveira, Leidiane de S. Gomes, Clóvis Júnior C. Chafes, Thalita de C. C. Santos, Kaline Ogliari, Reiner S. de Moraes, Diego Ribeiro, Dirceu Guilherme de Souza Ramos, Thiago André S. de S. Rocha, and Doughlas Regalin
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analgesia ,cats ,pain ,propofol ,rescue ,Veterinary medicine ,SF600-1100 - Abstract
Opioids are administered epidurally (PV) to provide trans- and postoperative analgesia. Twenty healthy female cats aged between 6 and 24 months and weighing between 2 and 3.7 kg, undergoing elective ovariohysterectomy (OVH), were induced with propofol (8 mg/kg), followed by continuous infusion (0.1–0.4 mg/kg/min). Three groups were defined: CG (0.1 mL/kg of iodinated contrast, n = 6), G0.1 (0.1 mg/kg of morphine, n = 7), and G0.2 (0.2 mg/kg of morphine, n = 7) per VP. All received 0.1 mL/kg of iodinated contrast per VP and injection water to obtain a total of 0.3 mL/kg. Heart rate (HR), systolic blood pressure (SBP), temperature, expired CO2, oxygen saturation, and number of rescue analgesics were monitored. Postoperatively, a multidimensional scale was used to assess acute pain in cats for 12 h. The mean HR and SBP in the CG were higher at the time of maximum noxious stimulation and required fentanyl in all groups. Postoperatively, 83%, 28%, and 7% of the animals in CG, G0.1, and G0.2, respectively, received rescue analgesia. In cats undergoing OVH, epidural morphine at doses of 0.1 and 0.2 mg/kg did not prevent the need for intraoperative rescue analgesia but reduced the postoperative analgesic needed.
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37. Swimming Velocity Analysis Using Wearable Inertial Sensors and Speedometer: A Comparative Study
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Leandro Vieira, Mário J. Costa, Catarina C. Santos, Francisco A. Ferreira, Ricardo J. Fernandes, Susana Soares, Márcio F. Goethel, and João Paulo Vilas-Boas
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biomechanics ,swimming ,performance ,breaststroke ,speedometer ,inertial sensors ,Technology ,Biology (General) ,QH301-705.5 - Abstract
The speedometer is widely used to evaluate swimming velocity but has some constraints. With the constant development of inertial units (IMUs), it is expected that they will become a good alternative to the speedometer. This study aimed to compare the data retrieved by an IMU and a speedometer when breaststroke is performed at maximum speed. Sixteen swimmers, nine males and seven females (20.3 ± 3.3 vs. 18.7 ± 1.1 years old, 65.8 ± 11.2 vs. 57.7 ± 9.1 kg of body mass and 1.75 ± 0.07 vs. 1.61 ± 0.10 m of height, respectively), performed 4 × 25 m of breaststroke sprint. They were equipped with an IMU fixed to the sacrum and with the line of an electromechanical speedometer (acquisition frequency of 50 Hz) fixed at the central point in the lumbar region. Statistical parametric mapping was used to compare the velocity curves, IBM SPSS was used for descriptive statistics and Bland–Altman plots were used for agreement of measurements. The results show that the IMU and speedometer do not show similar patterns, and the velocity values measured by the IMU are lower (p < 0.001). Bland–Altman plots presented a larger bias in terms of coefficient of variation and intracycle velocity variation. It can be concluded that IMUs and speedometers are not substitutes for each other as methods for evaluating intracycle velocity variations.
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38. Intraperitoneal Administration of 17-DMAG as an Effective Treatment against Leishmania braziliensis Infection in BALB/c Mice: A Preclinical Study
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Kercia P. Cruz, Antonio L. O. A. Petersen, Marina F. Amorim, Alan G. S. F. Pinho, Luana C. Palma, Diana A. S. Dantas, Mariana R. G. Silveira, Carine S. A. Silva, Ana Luiza J. Cordeiro, Izabella G. Oliveira, Gabriella B. Pita, Bianca C. A. Souza, Gilberto C. Bomfim, Cláudia I. Brodskyn, Deborah B. M. Fraga, Isadora S. Lima, Maria B. R. de_Santana, Helena M. P. Teixeira, Juliana P. B. de_Menezes, Washington L. C. Santos, and Patrícia S. T. Veras
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Leishmania braziliensis ,cutaneous leishmaniasis ,17-DMAG-HCl ,treatment ,Medicine - Abstract
Background: Leishmaniasis is a significant global public health issue that is caused by parasites from Leishmania genus. With limited treatment options and rising drug resistance, there is a pressing need for new therapeutic approaches. Molecular chaperones, particularly Hsp90, play a crucial role in parasite biology and are emerging as promising targets for drug development. Objective: This study evaluates the efficacy of 17-DMAG in treating BALB/c mice from cutaneous leishmaniasis through in vitro and in vivo approaches. Materials and Methods: We assessed 17-DMAG’s cytotoxic effect on bone marrow-derived macrophages (BMMΦ) and its effects against L. braziliensis promastigotes and intracellular amastigotes. Additionally, we tested the compound’s efficacy in BALB/c mice infected with L. braziliensis via intraperitoneal administration to evaluate the reduction in lesion size and the decrease in parasite load in the ears and lymph nodes of infected animals. Results: 17-DMAG showed selective toxicity [selective index = 432) towards Leishmania amastigotes, causing minimal damage to host cells. The treatment significantly reduced lesion sizes in mice and resulted in parasite clearance from ears and lymph nodes. It also diminished inflammatory responses and reduced the release of pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-6, IFN-γ, TNF) and the regulatory cytokine IL-10, underscoring its dual leishmanicidal and anti-inflammatory properties. Conclusions: Our findings confirm the potential of 17-DMAG as a viable treatment for cutaneous leishmaniasis and support further research into its mechanisms and potential applications against other infectious diseases.
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39. Using Zero-shot Prompting in the Automatic Creation and Expansion of Topic Taxonomies for Tagging Retail Banking Transactions.
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Daniel de S. Moraes, Pedro T. C. Santos, Polyana B. da Costa, Matheus A. S. Pinto, Ivan de J. P. Pinto, álvaro Mário G. da Veiga, Sérgio Colcher, Antonio José G. Busson, Rafael H. Rocha, Rennan Gaio, Rafael Miceli, Gabriela Tourinho, Marcos Rabaioli, Leandro Santos, Fellipe Marques, and David Favaro
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40. Synthesis of (-) - 6,6'-dinitrohinokinin from hinokinin natural product and in silico and in vitro trypanocidal activity assessment
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Suziene Caroline Silva Cardoso, Wilson R. Cunha, Pedro S. dos S. R. Cavallari, Samarah Gomes de Almeida, Ana Helena Januário, Patrícia Mendonça Pauletti, Fernanda Amorim Santos, Rosângela da Silva Laurentiz, Giulia Stavrakas Miranda, João Victor Andrade, Renato Pereira Orenha, Renato Luis Tame Parreira, Márcio Luís Andrade e Silva, Mario F. C. Santos, and Viviane Esperandim
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molecular docking ,natural products ,trypanocide ,trypanosoma cruzi. ,Agriculture ,Biology (General) ,QH301-705.5 - Abstract
Chagas disease is a public health problem affecting approximately seven million people worldwide. Thus, there is a need to discover drugs for the adequate treatment of this disease because currently available drugs have serious side effects. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the in vitro trypanocidal activity of (-)-6,6'-dinitrohinokinin, obtained from the partial synthesis of (-)-hinokinin, on the trypomastigotes and amastigotes forms. For the trypomastigote assay, blood was collected from mice infected with Trypanosoma cruzi through cardiac puncture at the parasitemic peak. The results show that (-)-6,6'-dinitrohinokinin was effective against the trypomastigote forms, presenting an IC50 of 19.83 µM and lysis percentage values of 78.4% and 69.4% at concentrations of 200 and 100 µM, respectively. Molecular docking calculations indicate that (-)-6,6'-dinitrohinokinin favorably interacts with the amino acids present in the active site of the protein trypanothione reductase, a typical target for anti-trypanosomal drug development. According to the results, the (-)-6,6'-dinitrohinokinin showed more significant trypanocidal activity with IC50 of 1.83 µM than benzonidazole positive control with IC50 of 53.2 µM, showing to be a prototype molecule promising for the development of a new antiparasitic drug.
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41. Evaluation of the antimicrobial activity of Eucalyptus radiata essential oil against Escherichia coli strains isolated from meat products
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B. Santos, J. H. A. Farias, M. M. Simões, M. A. A. Medeiros, M. S. Alves, A. F. Diniz, A. P. O. Soares, A. P. T. M. Cavalcante, B. J. N. Silva, J. C. S. Almeida, J. O. Lemos, L. E. S. Rocha, L. C. Santos, M. L. G. Azevedo, S. W. F. Vieira, V. E. Araújo, and A. A. Oliveira Filho
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microbiology ,phytotherapy ,unique health ,Science ,Biology (General) ,QH301-705.5 ,Zoology ,QL1-991 ,Botany ,QK1-989 - Abstract
Abstract The present study sought to evaluate the antimicrobial and anti-adherent potential of Eucalyptus radiata essential oil against food-borne strains of Escherichia coli. The study was performed using the Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) and Minimum Bactericidal Concentration (MBC). In addition, the disk diffusion technique was used to evaluate the association of Eucalyptus radiata essential oil with synthetic antimicrobials. The Minimum Inhibitory Adherence Concentration (MIC) was also performed. The results revealed that E. radiata showed antimicrobial activity against the E. coli strains tested, with MIC values ranging from 500 μg/mL to 1000 μg/mL and MBC values ranging from 500 μg/mL to 1,024 μg/mL. As for the associations, it was observed that E. radiata oil exhibited a synergistic effect for some antibiotics, especially Ceftriaxone, with greater interference from the essential oil. Furthermore, it was effective in inhibiting the adherence of bacterial strains of E. coli, showing a more significant antibiofilm effect than the antibacterial agent 0.12% chlorhexidine digluconate. In summary, the essential oil of E. radiata showed antimicrobial potential against strains of E. coli of food origin, and can therefore, through in-depth studies, be used alone or in association with synthetic antimicrobials to combat infections caused by this pathogen.
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42. Editorial: Identification of key factors to improve performance in Olympic water sports
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Catarina C. Santos, Francisco Cuenca-Fernández, Ricardo J. Fernandes, and Mário J. Costa
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swimming ,water polo ,canoeing ,assessment ,training ,Sports ,GV557-1198.995 - Published
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43. Radiation Therapy Skin Marking with Lancets Versus Electric Marking Pen (COMFORTATTOO)—6 Months Results on Cosmesis, Fading, and Patients’ Satisfaction From a Randomized, Double-Blind Trial
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André M. Pires, MD, Luísa Carvalho, MD, Ana C. Santos, BsC, Ana M. Vilaça, BsC, Ana R. Coelho, MsC, Celeste Oliveira, MsC, Céline Costa, MsC, Flávia Fernandes, MD, Liliana Moreira, BsC, João Lima, MD, Rafaela Vieira, BsC, Maria J. Ferraz, BsC, Marta Silva, BsC, Pedro Silva, MsC, Rafael Matias, MD, Sara Zorro, MD, Susana Costa, PhD, Susana Sarandão, MD, and Ana F. Barros, BsC
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Medical physics. Medical radiology. Nuclear medicine ,R895-920 ,Neoplasms. Tumors. Oncology. Including cancer and carcinogens ,RC254-282 - Abstract
Purpose: Most of radiation oncology centers rely on set-up skin markings for patient setup during treatment delivery. Permanent dark-ink tattooing is the most popular marking method. COMFORTATTOO is a unicentric, randomized trial testing 2 permanent methods: lancets against an electric marking pen (Comfort Marker 2.0, CM). One substudy was undertaken to test if using the CM translates into a cosmesis, fading, or satisfaction benefit compared with the lancets. Methods and Materials: Patients aged 18 years or older referred to our department to receive RT were recruited. They were randomly assigned, in a 1:1 ratio, to receive set-up markings using lancets or CM. This substudy aimed to recruit all the living participants included in the main study. The primary endpoints were tattoos cosmesis, tattoos fading, and patients’ satisfaction 6 months after finishing the RT. Cosmetic and fading assessments were scored on a 5-point ascending scale and patients’ satisfaction on a 10-point ascending scale. The trial is registered at ClinicalTrials.gov (number NCT05371795). Results: Between April and September 2022, 92 patients were enrolled (45 assigned to lancets and 47 to CM) and assessed for the outcomes. Patients receiving CM had significantly better cosmetic markings, with a median score of 4.4 (vs 3.7 for lancets, P
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44. Evolution of a theory of mind
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Tom Lenaerts, Marco Saponara, Jorge M. Pacheco, and Francisco C. Santos
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Behavioral neuroscience ,cognitive neuroscience ,game playing ,Science - Abstract
Summary: Even though the Theory of Mind in upper primates has been under investigation for decades, how it may evolve remains an open problem. We propose here an evolutionary game theoretical model where a finite population of individuals may use reasoning strategies to infer a response to the anticipated behavior of others within the context of a sequential dilemma, i.e., the Centipede Game. We show that strategies with bounded reasoning evolve and flourish under natural selection, provided they are allowed to make reasoning mistakes and a temptation for higher future gains is in place. We further show that non-deterministic reasoning co-evolves with an optimism bias that may lead to the selection of new equilibria, closely associated with average behavior observed in experimental data. This work reveals both a novel perspective on the evolution of bounded rationality and a co-evolutionary link between the evolution of Theory of Mind and the emergence of misbeliefs.
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Juan C. Pari-Salas, Alberto E. Gonzáles-Ccoscco, Digna C. Santos-Flores, Verónica del Rosario Quispe-Charaja, and Albert Bedregal-Cruz
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Neoplasms. Tumors. Oncology. Including cancer and carcinogens ,RC254-282 - Abstract
Brachytherapy has undeniable role in cervical cancer treatment. As image-guided brachytherapy can be done with computed tomography (CT). We report our first CT-guided brachytherapy case. A 62-year patient with IIIC1 stage received chemotherapy and chemoradiotherapy, 50.4 Gy/28 fractions with central protection (CP) last six fractions. Four brachytherapy applications were done. There were issues in reporting the dose, because CP, dose to 90% of high risk clinical target volume was 85.9 Gy, and organ at risk doses were within the constraints. At 3 months, the patient is alive and well, with mild abdominal pain. It is feasible, with few resources, to advance from 2D to 3D CT-guided brachytherapy.
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46. The art of compensation: How hybrid teams solve collective-risk dilemmas.
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Inês Terrucha, Elias Fernández Domingos, Francisco C Santos, Pieter Simoens, and Tom Lenaerts
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Medicine ,Science - Abstract
It is widely known how the human ability to cooperate has influenced the thriving of our species. However, as we move towards a hybrid human-machine future, it is still unclear how the introduction of artificial agents in our social interactions affect this cooperative capacity. In a one-shot collective risk dilemma, where enough members of a group must cooperate in order to avoid a collective disaster, we study the evolutionary dynamics of cooperation in a hybrid population. In our model, we consider a hybrid population composed of both adaptive and fixed behavior agents. The latter serve as proxies for the machine-like behavior of artificially intelligent agents who implement stochastic strategies previously learned offline. We observe that the adaptive individuals adjust their behavior in function of the presence of artificial agents in their groups to compensate their cooperative (or lack of thereof) efforts. We also find that risk plays a determinant role when assessing whether or not we should form hybrid teams to tackle a collective risk dilemma. When the risk of collective disaster is high, cooperation in the adaptive population falls dramatically in the presence of cooperative artificial agents. A story of compensation, rather than cooperation, where adaptive agents have to secure group success when the artificial agents are not cooperative enough, but will rather not cooperate if the others do so. On the contrary, when risk of collective disaster is low, success is highly improved while cooperation levels within the adaptive population remain the same. Artificial agents can improve the collective success of hybrid teams. However, their application requires a true risk assessment of the situation in order to actually benefit the adaptive population (i.e. the humans) in the long-term.
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47. Growth of long bones in European and Japanese quail from the 13th day of incubation to day 35 post-hatch
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CHRISTIAN DOUGLAS N. FIGUEROA, FLAVIA K. DA CRUZ, ISABELLE N. KANEKO, RODRIGO A. BASAGLIA, CARLOS ANTONIO L. DE OLIVEIRA, LILIAN CRISTINA V. IWAKI, ALICE E. MURAKAMI, and TATIANA C. SANTOS
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calcium ,Coturnix ,densitometry ,femur ,Gompertz ,growth ,Science - Abstract
Abstract This study described the growth, morphometric, biomechanical, and chemical properties of the femur, tibiotarsus, and tarsometatarsus of European and Japanese quail. Analyses were performed at 13 and 15 days of incubation, at hatch, and at 4, 7, 10, 14, 21, 28, and 35 days post-hatch (n=6/subspecies/period). Bone specimens were analyzed by cone-beam computed tomography, biomechanical assays, chemical analyses, and histomorphometry. Variables were fitted by the Gompertz function and its derivative or assessed using the analysis of variance. Analysis of the derivative of Gompertz curves showed that the growth behavior of the tarsometatarsal bone was similar between quail subspecies, and the femur and tibiotarsus of European quail increased first in width and then in length, whereas the opposite occurred in Japanese quail. There was an interaction between quail subspecies and days of growth on femoral, tarsometatarsal, and tibiotarsal bone densities. Femoral and tibiotarsal cross-sectional areas were influenced by the interaction of quail subspecies and day of growth. Interaction effects were significant for breaking strength and phosphorus percentage. European and Japanese quail have different femoral and tibiotarsal growth patterns, especially in the first few days after hatching, whereas tarsometatarsal growth is similar between subspecies.
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48. New Mass and Radius Constraints on the LHS 1140 Planets: LHS 1140 b Is either a Temperate Mini-Neptune or a Water World
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Charles Cadieux, Mykhaylo Plotnykov, René Doyon, Diana Valencia, Farbod Jahandar, Lisa Dang, Martin Turbet, Thomas J. Fauchez, Ryan Cloutier, Collin Cherubim, Étienne Artigau, Neil J. Cook, Billy Edwards, Tim Hallatt, Benjamin Charnay, François Bouchy, Romain Allart, Lucile Mignon, Frédérique Baron, Susana C. C. Barros, Björn Benneke, B. L. Canto Martins, Nicolas B. Cowan, J. R. De Medeiros, Xavier Delfosse, Elisa Delgado-Mena, Xavier Dumusque, David Ehrenreich, Yolanda G. C. Frensch, J. I. González Hernández, Nathan C. Hara, David Lafrenière, Gaspare Lo Curto, Lison Malo, Claudio Melo, Dany Mounzer, Vera Maria Passeger, Francesco Pepe, Anne-Sophie Poulin-Girard, Nuno C. Santos, Danuta Sosnowska, Alejandro Suárez Mascareño, Simon Thibault, Valentina Vaulato, Gregg A. Wade, and François Wildi
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Exoplanets ,Habitable planets ,Super Earths ,M dwarf stars ,Planetary interior ,Astrophysics ,QB460-466 - Abstract
The two-planet transiting system LHS 1140 has been extensively observed since its discovery in 2017, notably with Spitzer, HST, TESS, and ESPRESSO, placing strong constraints on the parameters of the M4.5 host star and its small temperate exoplanets, LHS 1140 b and c. Here, we reanalyze the ESPRESSO observations of LHS 1140 with the novel line-by-line framework designed to fully exploit the radial velocity content of a stellar spectrum while being resilient to outlier measurements. The improved radial velocities, combined with updated stellar parameters, consolidate our knowledge of the mass of LHS 1140 b (5.60 ± 0.19 M _⊕ ) and LHS 1140 c (1.91 ± 0.06 M _⊕ ) with an unprecedented precision of 3%. Transits from Spitzer, HST, and TESS are jointly analyzed for the first time, allowing us to refine the planetary radii of b (1.730 ± 0.025 R _⊕ ) and c (1.272 ± 0.026 R _⊕ ). Stellar abundance measurements of refractory elements (Fe, Mg, and Si) obtained with NIRPS are used to constrain the internal structure of LHS 1140 b. This planet is unlikely to be a rocky super-Earth, as previously reported, but rather a mini-Neptune with a ∼0.1% H/He envelope by mass or a water world with a water-mass fraction between 9% and 19%, depending on the atmospheric composition and relative abundance of Fe and Mg. While the mini-Neptune case would not be habitable, a water-abundant LHS 1140 b potentially has habitable surface conditions according to 3D global climate models, suggesting liquid water at the substellar point for atmospheres with relatively low CO _2 concentration, from Earth-like to a few bars.
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- 2024
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49. Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi promote the growth of Dipteryx alata Vogel
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G. G. Souza, S. C. Santos, C. C. Santos, A. S. Dias, J. M. Silverio, V. W. Trovato, and D. S. Flauzino
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“baru” ,mycorrhizal dependence ,Gigaspora albida ,Gigaspora margarita ,Dickson quality index ,Science ,Biology (General) ,QH301-705.5 ,Zoology ,QL1-991 ,Botany ,QK1-989 - Abstract
Abstract The symbiosis between arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) and fruit tree plants is a sustainable strategy for producing seedlings. However, information for Dipteryx alata Vogel., a native species, is still scarce. Thus, this study aimed to identify the most promising AMF inoculum for producing D. alata seedlings and their effects on growth. Seedlings were inoculated with Clareoideoglomus etunicatum, Gigaspora albida, Gigaspora margarita, a mixture of these three species, and an uninoculated control. Height, diameter, and chlorophyll index were evaluated at 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, and 180 days after seedling transplanting, while biomass production, quality index, dependence, and mycorrhizal efficiency were evaluated at 180 days. Greater diameter and height values were observed for D. alata seedlings at 180 days and inoculated with G. albida, G. margarita, and the mixture. AMF of the genus Gigaspora positively contributed to biomass production and seedling quality. D. alata seedlings show high mycorrhizal dependence on G. albida and G. margarita inoculum, which had good mycorrhizal efficiency. AMF, especially those of the genus Gigaspora, favor the production of high-quality D. alata seedlings.
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- 2023
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50. 1H HR-MAS NMR chemical profile and chemometric analysis as a tool for quality control of different cultivars of green tea (Camellia sinensis)
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de Fátima C. Santos, Maria, Rech, Katlin S., Dutra, Lívia M., Menezes, Leociley R.A., da C. Santos, Alan D., Nagata, Noemi, Stefanello, Maria Élida A., and Barison, Andersson
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- 2023
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