Metataxonomic characterization of the microbial present in the anaerobic digestion of turkey litter waste with the addition of two inocula: allochthonous and commercial.

Turkey litter waste is lignocellulosic waste that can be sustainably used as an energy source through anaerobic digestion (AD). The 16S ribosomal RNA technique helps to unravel microbial diversity and predominant metabolic pathways. The assays were performed in 600-mL-glass bottles with 400 mL volume, for 60 days at 37 °C.

Illuminating Pathways to Dynamic Nanotribology: Light-Mediated Active Control of Interfacial Friction with Nanosuspensions.

Active control of nanotribological properties is a challenge. Materials responsive to external stimuli may catalyze this paradigm shift. Recently, the nanofriction of a thin film is modulated by light, ushering in phototribology.

Metataxonomic Studies to Evaluate the Beneficial Effect of Enzymatic Pretreatment on the Anaerobic Digestion of Waste Generated in Turkey Farming.

Turkey litter waste is lignocellulosic and keratinous, requiring prior enzymatic treatment to facilitate fiber hydrolysis and utilization by microorganisms in anaerobic digestion (AD) process. The understanding of the performance of microorganisms in AD can be facilitated through molecular biology and bioinformatics tools. This study aimed to determine the taxonomic profile and functional prediction of microbial communities in the AD of turkey litter waste subjected to enzymatic pretreatment and correlate it with operational parameters.

Chemical characterization, in vivo safety profile and effects of the extract from unconventional food plant Acca sellowiana (O. BERG) Burret on endothelial cells under glucose overload.

"Guava" (Acca sellowiana) is an unconventional edible plant from Brazil. It is used in traditional medicine as an anti-diabetic; however, pharmacological studies on this plant are scarce. This study aimed to evaluate the chemical and safety profile of an aqueous A.

Vacuum fractional distillation of Benth. essential oil: chemical composition and biological activities of raw oil and its fractions.

This work aimed to rectify essential oil and evaluate the raw oil and the fractions' antifungal, allelopathic, and antioxidant activities. The results showed that the raw essential oil and the bottom fraction were primarily composed of linalyl propionate (42.9 wt.

Determination of relative dose of ionizing radiation in the thyroid gland using a panoramic device with different protocols.

Background: The use of panoramic radiography (PR) is a complementary examination to aid in the diagnosis of cases in paediatric dentistry. The lack of specific protocols for these devices, however, can result in high doses of radiation, affecting critical organs such as the thyroid.

Aim: To evaluate the discrepancies in ionizing radiation received by the thyroid during PR examinations using anthropomorphic paediatric simulators built from computed tomography images.

Evaluation of muscular and functional inter-limb asymmetries during mid-season in young male soccer athletes.

Background: To identify inter-limb asymmetries through the knee's muscular and lower limb functional performance in young male soccer athletes.

Methods: Twenty male soccer athletes aged 17 to 19 from an under-20 team performed isokinetic tests at 60°/s., 120°/s.

What's in drugs freely used by Brazilian truck drivers - "Rebites"? Determination of target and nontarget compounds by high-resolution mass spectrometry and nuclear magnetic resonance.

Highways, the lifeline of the Brazilian economy, transport approximately 75% of the country's economic activity, highlighting its importance. However, professional drivers, accustomed to long daily journeys, make use of tablets widely available in Gas Station, which are known as "Rebites," which could contain a mixture of legal and illegal compounds. Thus, this study aims at the chemical characterization of these through different analytical methods.

Akinetopsia (visual motion blindness) associated with brain metastases: a case report.

Akinetopsia is a rare neurological syndrome characterized by an impaired perception of movement, often resulting from brain damage due to ischemia, epilepsy, or medication. It is also known as visual motion blindness, and patients with this condition are unable to perceive motion normally even with perfect visual acuity. This report aims to present a case of a patient in their late 40 s who developed akinetopsia and also an impairment in movement perception of objects without emitting sounds, after experiencing a late relapse of breast cancer with the occurrence of multiple brain metastases.

How the type of dairy production system affects the nutrient balance from an environmental and economic perspective.

The knowledge of nutrient flow in dairy farms has to be explored to find optimized strategies for efficient nutrient conversion to milk. This study aims to improve the understanding of variances in nitrogen and phosphorus balance and efficiency indicators between dairy farm systems. The study analyzed 67 dairy cattle farms located in the watershed Lajeado Tacongava, Rio Grande do Sul State, Brazil.

Evolution and genomic profile of serovar Gallinarum biovar Pullorum isolates from Brazil.

subspecies serovar Gallinarum biovar Pullorum ( Pullorum) is a pathogenic bacterium that causes Pullorum disease (PD). PD is an acute systemic disease that affects young chickens, causing white diarrhea and high mortality. Although many sanitary programs have been carried out to eradicate Pullorum, PD outbreaks have been reported in different types of birds (layers, broilers, breeders) worldwide.

Effect of Graphene Oxide Surface Deposition Process on Synthetic Macrofibers and Its Results on the Microstructure of Fiber-Reinforced Concrete.

The improvement of the mechanical properties of concrete can be achieved with the use of synthetic macrofibers. However, this fiber-matrix interaction will be sufficiently efficient for tensile efforts only when there is a binding agent that associates the characteristics of the paste with the characteristics of the surface of the reinforcing material. As already identified, in a first phase of this research using synthetic microfibers, a better fiber-matrix interaction can be achieved with the surface treatment of synthetic fibers with graphene oxide.

Cefepime distribution by microdialysis in peritoneal fluid of rats with or without experimental peritonitis.

The aim of this study was to investigate the penetration of cefepime into rat peritoneal fluid by microdialysis and to determine the relationship between unbound drug plasma and tissue concentration in healthy animals and in a sepsis model established through cecal ligation and puncture-induced peritonitis. Probe recovery was performed by dialysis and retrodialysis. Cefepime was administered at a dose of 110 mg/kg intravenously.

Epidemiological Insights into Feline Leukemia Virus Infections in an Urban Cat () Population from Brazil.

Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is a retrovirus distributed worldwide in domestic cats and with different outcomes (progressive, regressive, abortive, focal). The present study reports an epidemiological survey of FeLV frequency and the evaluation of some risk factors and the two main disease outcomes (progressive and regressive) in an urban cat population from Brazil. A total of 366 cats with sociodemographic information and p27 FeLV antigen test performed were included in the study.

Welfare assessment of Thoroughbred horses naturally infected with gastrointestinal parasites in Southern Brazil: Quantifying the host-parasite relationship.

Horse welfare assessment (HWA) does not account for individual or herd parasite infection. This study investigated the connection between HWA and individual parasite fecal egg count (FEC) in 90 Thoroughbred horses. All horses were naturally infected with gastrointestinal parasites and were evaluated for individual welfare indicators and FEC monthly, for 12 months.

Prophylactic tranexamic acid in Cesarean delivery: an updated meta-analysis with a trial sequential analysis.

Purpose: Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) is a leading cause of maternal mortality worldwide. Although several studies on the prophylactic use of tranexamic acid (TXA) in parturients undergoing Cesarean delivery have been published, conflicting results raise questions regarding its use. Thus, we aimed to investigate the safety and efficacy of PPH prophylaxis with TXA.

Mapping dysfunctional circuits in the frontal cortex using deep brain stimulation.

Frontal circuits play a critical role in motor, cognitive and affective processing, and their dysfunction may result in a variety of brain disorders. However, exactly which frontal domains mediate which (dys)functions remains largely elusive. We studied 534 deep brain stimulation electrodes implanted to treat four different brain disorders.

Development of an open project rectangular collimator for use with intraoral dental X-ray unit.

In this work, an open beam-limiting device, consisting of a rectangular collimator to be coupled to an intraoral dental X-ray device, was made using recycled lead sheets as a radiation-absorbing element. The collimator was designed for 3D printing, and using Spektr 3.0 software, the number of lead sheets needed to absorb excess radiation was calculated.

Beauveria bassiana submerged spores for control of two-spotted spider mite (Tetranychus urticae Koch (Acari: Tetranychidae)): production, stability, and virulence.

In this study, IBCB 66, IBCB 868, and CBMAI 1306 isolates of Beauveria bassiana were grown in liquid culture for 4 days, leading to elevated submerged spores (SS) levels. The influence of the addition of different glycerol concentrations (0, 3, and 6%) (v/v) in the liquid culture was investigated regarding the stability (at 4 and 27 °C) of dried formulations. The virulence of SS was compared with aerial spores (AS) against Tetranychus urticae (Koch) (Acari: Tetranychidae).

Development of Lead-Free Radiation Shielding Material Utilizing Barium Sulfate and Magnesium Oxide as Fillers in Addition Cure Liquid Silicone Rubber.

The radiological protection has the purpose of safeguarding the physical well-being of the user, preventing exposure to detrimental levels of ionizing radiation. This study introduces a novel, cost-effective category of lead-free elastomeric material designed for radiation shielding. The filler compounds utilized are notably lighter than conventional lead-based materials, enhancing user ergonomics during application.