Publications by authors named "R T Neto"

Reefs are facing a global decline with sewage pollution emerging as a significant and poorly understood threat. Inadequate wastewater management and disorderly urbanization contribute to water pollution globally. Tropical Southwestern Atlantic comprises a set of oceanic Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) including the Fernando de Noronha Archipelago in Brazil, which has experienced significant population growth without expanding the sewage infrastructure.

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Purpose: This study focuses on analytical computer simulations performed to investigate a hypothetical event where the activation of a radiological dispersion device (RDD) triggers a crisis.

Materials And Methods: The methodology presents steps centered on the initial evaluation phase of the event (initial 100 hours), aiming to evaluate the radiological risks regarding the development of leukemia. Local environmental changes, sex, and age were also used to assess risks.

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Objective: To evaluate the association between dietary quantity and variety, by extent and purpose of processing, and Framingham cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk score among rotating shift workers.

Methods: The cross-sectional study included male shift workers. Dietary intake was assessed using a 24-h recall method conducted by trained interviewers.

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Article Synopsis
  • Wastewater-based surveillance is an effective method for tracking virus spread in communities, especially where traditional monitoring is lacking, as seen in São Tomé and Príncipe.
  • A study analyzed 122 water samples over 13 months, identifying high levels of human contamination and varying prevalence rates of multiple viral pathogens, including Hepatitis A and SARS-CoV-2.
  • Results indicate significant continuous circulation of SARS-CoV-2, even when no cases were reported, highlighting the potential of wastewater monitoring in understanding community virus transmission.
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is commonly used in traditional medicine to treat infections, reduce inflammation, and promote healing. This study aimed to analyze the phytochemical profile of the methanolic extract of leaves (MELRm) and evaluate its in vitro schistosomicidal activity against as well as its cytotoxicity. Plant material was collected in Itamaracá City, Pernambuco, Brazil.

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