Publications by authors named "C Resende"

The objective of this study was to evaluate the influence of thermal manipulation during incubation on the hatchability, the performance, the carcass characteristics, the intestinal villi, the nutrient metabolizability, and some physiological parameters in broiler chickens. Ross eggs were randomly distributed into four commercial automatic incubators. The treatments were as follows: incubator kept at 37.

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Introduction Over the past decades, clinical research has evolved significantly, driven by advances in regulatory frameworks, technological innovations, and methodological approaches. In Portugal, while there has been progress - such as increased regulatory alignment with European standards and the adoption of digital trial management tools - various challenges remain. These may include, among others, limited access to funding, slower patient recruitment rates, and regulatory hurdles that can delay trial approvals.

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Rickettsiosis is a disease caused by bacteria belonging to the genus Rickettsia, and is a potentially fatal zoonotic disease of great medical and veterinary importance. Given the urgent need to develop new diagnostic methods for detecting this disease, the present review aimed to evaluate the number of publications dedicated to the identification of Rickettsia spp. in human samples using molecular methods, such as polymerase chain reaction and its variations.

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Background: Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) is a standard treatment for severe obesity, but some patients do not achieve the expected success in weight loss. The aim of this study was to evaluate possible predictors of weight loss after RYGB.

Methods: Sixty-three patients were included.

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  • * Participants maintained heart rates averaging 79% of their maximum during matches, with significant portions spent in high-intensity heart rate zones and a decent level of perceived exertion but high enjoyment ratings.
  • * The training revealed that RTH is effective for aerobic and anaerobic conditioning, with players covering an average of nearly 1,900 meters per match, primarily performing actions like throws and stops while enjoying the activity.
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