Publications by authors named "Leticia Barbosa Silva"

In recent years, Brazil has recorded approximately 500,000 Oropouche virus (OROV) cases in the Amazon region, underscoring the growing global threat posed by emerging and reemerging viruses. Symptoms of OROV closely resemble those of Dengue virus and Zika virus, contributing to underreporting and underestimation of its true impact. In the absence of specific treatments, the development of vaccines becomes essential.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF

(1) Background: Despite the progress made by women in the workplace, mothers still face systemic barriers that prevent them from advancing professionally. This "motherhood penalty" involves a variety of discriminatory practices and experiences that mothers can face at work, including being held to stricter standards regarding salary and recruitment. Despite ongoing research on the association between motherhood and career outcomes, few studies specifically explore how motherhood impacts career advancement and, consequently, access to leadership.

View Article and Find Full Text PDF