ABSTRACT The objective of this work was to evaluate the physiological variables of the cultivar Opuntia stricta (Haw.) Haw in the first cycle and in the regrowth, under different frequencies of drip irrigation, cultivated in the Agreste da Paraíba mesoregion. Therefore, a randomized block design was used, with 2 treatments (irrigation frequencies) and 4 replications (blocks), with each treatment repeated 3 times within the block (triplicate) totaling 24 experimental plots. For physiological variables, data were evaluated by analysis of variance (ANOVA) and means compared by t test at 5% probability using SAS ® (2002). The present study shows that the stress of environmental conditions had a greater impact on the frequency of irrigation every 28 days, since the forage cactus irrigated every 7 days had the highest internal concentration of CO2; CO2 absorption rate; instant efficiency in water use; intrinsic efficiency of water use; instantaneous carboxylation efficiency, both in the first cycle and in the regrowth period. Respiratory rate and stomatal conductance did not differ between irrigation frequencies for both cycles, showing the good adaptation of the cultivar to the semiarid region.

Abstract The best therapeutic strategy for chronic coronary syndrome (CCS) is still controversial. The lack of contemporaneity of medical treatment in many randomized clinical trials prior to the large-scale use of statins, antiplatelet agents, anti-diabetic drugs with cardiovascular protection, and changes in life habits with well-established goals limits the applicability of such studies in current clinical practice. Medical treatment is the only therapeutic option capable of reducing atherosclerotic damage and, therefore, of acting effectively in preventing the progression of this disease. The purpose of this brief review is to critically analyze the main contemporary studies that confront medical treatment with myocardial revascularization in CCS. CCS (CCS controversial largescale large scale statins agents antidiabetic anti diabetic protection wellestablished well established practice therefore disease

Abstract This study aimed to carry out a floristic-taxonomic survey of the Lythraceae representatives, as part of the project “Flora do Ceará: knowing to conserve”. The data were obtained via the morphologicals analysis of samples collected in the field, and collections in herbaria as well as in specialized bibliographies. In the state of Ceará, Lythraceae is represented by 15 species belonging to four genera: Ammannia (2); Cuphea (9), Lafoensia (3) and Pleurophora (1). The species were recorded in different phytophysiognomies, but they occur preferentially in the Steppic Savanna (Caatinga and/or Carrasco), in the Dense Ombrophilous Forest (Wet Forest) and in the Vegetation Complex of the Coastal Zone (Dunes and Lowland Semideciduous Forests). The taxon with the highest number of records was Cuphea campestris, which ocurrs in 26 municipalities. Eight species were recorded in ten conservation units in Ceará. Four species are endemic to the northeastern region: Cuphea campestris, C. laricoides, C. loefgrenii and Lafoensia glyptocarpa. Lafoensia glyptocarpa and L. pacari are new records for Ceará. The identification key, morphological descriptions, comments on distribution, ecology, phenology, uses, maps, and species illustrations are presented.

Resumo O estudo objetivou realizar o levantamento florístico-taxonômico dos representantes da família Lythraceae, como parte do projeto “Flora do Ceará: conhecer para conservar”. Os dados foram obtidos através da análise de caracteres morfológicos de amostras obtidas em campo, coleções de herbários e bibliografias especializadas. No território cearense, Lythraceae está representada por 15 espécies pertencentes a quatro gêneros: Ammannia (2); Cuphea (9), Lafoensia (3) e Pleurophora (1). As espécies foram registradas em diferentes fitofisionomias, mas ocorrem preferencialmente na Savana Estépica (Caatinga e/ou Carrasco), na Floresta Ombrófila Densa (Mata Úmida) e no Complexo Vegetacional da Zona Litorânea (Dunas e Mata de Tabuleiro). O táxon com o maior número de registros foi Cuphea campestris, ocorrendo em 26 municípios. Nove espécies foram registradas em dez unidades de conservação do Ceará. Quatro espécies são endêmicas da região Nordeste: Cuphea campestris, C. laricoides, C. loefgrenii e Lafoensia glyptocarpa. Lafoensia glyptocarpa e L. pacari são novas ocorrências para o Ceará. Chave de identificação, descrições morfológicas, comentários sobre distribuição, ecologia, fenologia e usos, mapas, e ilustrações das espécies são apresentados.

Resumo: Este artigo discute como Charles Taylor reconstrói a era secular. A tese de Taylor é que a era secular não pode estar restrita à ideia da saída da religião do espaço público (secularidade 1), nem apenas pode significar a diminuição de crenças e práticas religiosas (secularidade 2). Taylor propõe uma nova leitura da era secular (secularidade 3), segundo a qual o pluralismo de crentes e não crentes seria a melhor descrição para um mundo que se seculariza, mas que, ao mesmo tempo, as doutrinas de fé ainda continuam influenciado o modo de vida das pessoas. Taylor enfatiza que a religião ainda se relaciona com a formação das diversas identidades, à medida que exerce, ao mesmo tempo, uma perspectiva de reconhecimento dos sujeitos, mesmo em sociedades modernas. Na parte final do artigo, são discutidas críticas à filosofia de Taylor, a partir das propostas teóricas de Jürgen Habermas e Nancy Fraser. A metodologia consistiu em análises das obras de Taylor (principalmente Uma Era Secular, como obra-chave deste artigo), bem como de seus intérpretes e estudiosos.

Abstract: This paper discusses how Charles Taylor reconstructs the secular age. Taylor’s thesis is that the secular age can not be restricted to the idea of the exit of religion from the public sphere (secularity 1), nor can it only means the reduction of religious beliefs and practices (secularity 2). Taylor proposes a new reading of the secular age (secularity 3), in which the pluralism of believers and non-believers would be the best description for a world that is secularizing, but at the same time, the doctrines of faith continue to influence people’s lifestyles. Taylor emphasizes that religion is still related to the formation of different identities, as it exercises, at the same time, a perspective of recognition of subjects, even in modern societies. In the final part of the paper, criticisms on Taylor’s philosophy are discussed, based on the theoretical proposals of Jürgen Habermas and Nancy Fraser. The methodology consisted of some of Taylor‘s works (mainly A Secular Age, as the key work of this article), as well as of its interpreters and scholars.

ABSTRACT Based on the temperature and humidity index, for quails from the 3rd to the 5th week of life, in the dry period in Paraíba state, Brazil, the objective was to carry out a bioclimatic zoning, identifying as regions suitable for the reproduction of quails and, when necessary, mitigating measures for greater animal comfort. The bioclimatic zoning was carried out for the mesoregions of the state, the climatic data used are from meteorological stations in the period from 1961 - 2015, from them maps were elaborated with the spatial distribution of the index, identifying as regions with ideal thermal comfort conditions for the animals. For quails in the third week, the Agreste mesoregion presents the best situation in the dry season, not requiring corrective measures to maintain the comfort of these animals. In the fourth week of life of the quails, the mesoregions that would provide THI values within the ZCT in the dry period would be the Zona da Mata paraibana and Sertão, while the ZCT for quails in the fifth week of life, could be found throughout the state of Paraíba.

Abstract Background In Brazil the factors involved in the risk of death in patients with COVID-19 have not been well established. Objective To analyze whether elevations of high-sensitivity troponin I (hTnI) levels influence the mortality of patients with COVID-19. Methods Clinical and laboratory characteristics of hospitalized patients with COVID-19 were collected upon hospital admission. Univariate and binary logistic regression analyzes were performed to assess the factors that influence mortality. P-value<0.05 was considered significant. Results This study analyzed192 patients who received hospital admission between March 16 and June 2, 2020 and who were discharged or died by July 2, 2020. The mean age was 70±15 years, 80 (41.7%) of whom were women. In comparison to those who were discharged, the 54 (28.1%) who died were older (79±12 vs 66±15years; P=0.004), and with a higher Charlson´s index (5±2 vs 3±2; P=0.027). More patients, aged≥60years (P <0.0001), Charlson´s index>1 (P=0.004), lung injury>50% in chest computed tomography (P=0.011), with previous coronary artery disease (P=0.037), hypertension (P=0.033), stroke (P=0.008), heart failure (P=0.002), lymphocytopenia (P=0.024), high D-dimer (P=0.024), high INR (P=0.003), hTnI (P<0.0001), high creatinine (P<0.0001), invasive mechanical ventilation (P<0.0001), renal replacement therapy (P<0.0001), vasoactive amine (P<0.0001), and transfer to the ICU (P=0.001), died when compared to those who were discharged. In logistic regression analysis, elevated hTnI levels (OR=9.504; 95% CI=1.281–70.528; P=0.028) upon admission, and the need for mechanical ventilation during hospitalization (OR=46.691; 95% CI=2.360–923.706; P=0.012) increased the chance of in-hospital mortality. Conclusion This study suggests that in COVID-19 disease, myocardial injury upon hospital admission is a harbinger of poor prognosis.

Abstract The best therapeutic strategy for chronic coronary syndrome (CCS) is still controversial. The lack of contemporaneity of medical treatment in many randomized clinical trials prior to the large-scale use of statins, antiplatelet agents, anti-diabetic drugs with cardiovascular protection, and changes in life habits with well-established goals limits the applicability of such studies in current clinical practice. Medical treatment is the only therapeutic option capable of reducing atherosclerotic damage and, therefore, of acting effectively in preventing the progression of this disease. The purpose of this brief review is to critically analyze the main contemporary studies that confront medical treatment with myocardial revascularization in CCS.

ABSTRACT. This study aimed to carry out bioclimatic zoning based on the historical series of climatic variables such as air temperature, maximum, minimum and relative humidity collected in six conventional meteorological stations in the state of Paraíba, Brazil and from this to determine whether or not the animals are in thermal comfort by comparing with the results obtained in scientific research in each mesoregion in the rainy and dry periods. Then based on this the comfort conditions for small ruminants in the rainy and dry seasons of the mesoregions of Paraíba were observed using data from the literature, and demonstrated in spatial distribution maps. The variables air temperatures, maximum and minimum and relative humidity varied throughout the state for the rainy season between 22 to 27, 18 to 21, 25 to 31ºC and 64 to 82%, respectively, and in dry season is 23 to 27, 28 to 35, 19 to 23ºC and 49 to 76%, respectively. However, it is concluded that raising sheep and goats is viable in all mesoregions of the state of Paraíba in both periods.

Abstract: This study aimed to describe the telediagnosis of oral lesions through a telehealth program offered in the State of Paraná, southern Brazil. This report included all oral medicine-related teleconsultations between January 2015 and December 2019. Primary care dentists from the public health services of the state were trained to use the Telessaúde Brasil Redes platform, a national telehealth program that provides telediagnostic support through teleconsultations with specialists. Clinical information and images of oral lesions were solicited to each teleconsultation request. An oral medicine specialist evaluated the cases and provided diagnostic hypotheses, management, and referral suggestions. Finally, dentists were invited to evaluate the services. A total of 162 cases were submitted by 44 dentists. The patient's main complaint was described in 98.8% of cases, while the duration/evolution and the type of lesions were 64.81% and 40.12%, respectively. No images were attached to 19 (11.70%) patients. The information sent was sufficient for diagnostic reasoning in 125 (77.16%) requests. The specialist considered 78 cases (48.1%) to be resolved in primary care. Among respondents (45.7%), dentists considered that the teleconsultation “totally attended” their needs in 92% of requests. The description of the telehealth platform usage in oral medicine in Paraná showed the need to improve the participation of primary care dentists and the quality of clinical information provided as barriers to be overcome, aiming for the best usage of the platform.

Resumo Este estudo detalha a diversidade e distribuição de Caryocaraceae, Hypericaceae e Rhizophoraceae ocorrentes no estado do Ceará. Um tratamento florístico foi realizado com base na análise de caracteres morfológicos de espécimes de diferentes herbários (ALCB, EAC, HCDAL, HST, HUEFS, HVASF, IAN, MBM, MOSS, SP, UEC e UFMT), bibliografias e fotos de coleções-tipos. Cada família está representada por uma espécie. Caryocar coriaceum ocorre predominantemente na porção sul do estado do Ceará na savana (cerrado) e savana florestada (cerradão). Vismia guianensis apresenta distribuição mais ampla ocorrendo em diferentes tipos de vegetação, mas, principalmente em floresta ombrófila (mata úmida) e savana. Rhizophora mangle é mais restrita ao litoral e foi registrada somente em vegetação sob influencia fluvial e/ou lacustre (manguezais). As três espécies foram registradas em Unidades de Conservação do Ceará. Chave de identificação das espécies, descrições morfológicas, comentários sobre conservação, habitat e fenologia, bem como fotos e ilustrações são fornecidos.

Abstract We examined the diversity and distribution of Caryocaraceae, Hypericaceae, and Rhizophoraceae in Ceará State, Brazil. Floristic treatments were carried out based on comparative analyses of the morphological characters of specimens from several Brazilian herbaria (ALCB, EAC, HCDAL, HST, HUEFS, HVASF, IAN, MBM, MOSS, SP, UEC and UFMT), the scientific literature, and photographs of type collections. Each family is represented here by a single species. Caryocar coriaceum occurs predominantly in the southern portion of Ceará State in typical open (cerrado) and forested savannas (cerradão). Vismia guianensis is widely distributed and occurs in several vegetation types, but mainly ombrophilous forests and savannas. Rhizophora mangle has a narrow distribution range, being recorded in coastal vegetation with fluvial and/or lacustrine influences (mangrove swamps). All three species were recorded in designated Conservation Areas. An identification key for the species, morphological descriptions, commentaries on their conservation, habitats and phenologies, as well as photographs and illustrations are provided.

ABSTRACT This study aimed at assessing the effect of pelleted and expanded maize-based feeds prepared with different moisture levels (ML, 0.8 and 1.6%) particle size (PS, 650 and 850µ) of ingredients on metabolizable energy, ileal digestibility of amino acids and broiler performance. A total of 720 one-day-old male broiler chicks of the Cobb strain were used. The experiment was performed over a period of 40d (days) and birds received water and feed ad libitum. From 10 to 13d higher AMEn values were obtained for birds fed expanded feeds with 1.6% ML and 850µ PS. Higher values AMEn were encountered when adding 0.8% ML in pellet feeds with 850µ or 1.6%ML/650µ PS. Expanded and pelleted diets with 1.6% ML (independent of PS, 650 or 850µ) presented higher amino acid digestibility. For diets with 0.8% of ML, better result for the digestibility of amino acids were obtained with PS 650µ for expanded and 850µ for pelleted diets. Higher weight gain was observed in broilers fed diets with 1.6% moisture at 21 and 40d. Feed conversion was improved by adding 1.6% ML only at 21d. Regarding carcass characteristics, expanded diets combined with PS of 650µ led to a higher accumulation of abdominal fat. The birds fed expanded diets at 1.6% moisture had higher breast yields. We concluded that to increase the use of nutrients, EMAn and broiler performance, it is recommended that pelleted diets be prepared with the addition of 1.6% water to the mixer and a particle size of 850µ.

RESUMO Objetivo: Descrever a prevalência de atividade física entre sujeitos de coortes de nascimento de três cidades localizadas em diferentes regiões do Brasil segundo características sociodemográficas e sexo, comparando relações intra e intercoortes. Métodos: Estudo transversal com 12.724 adolescentes e adultos jovens que participaram de cinco coortes de nascimento: Ribeirão Preto [1978/79 (37/39 anos em 2016) e 1994 (22 anos em 2016)]; Pelotas [1982 (30 anos em 2012) e 1993 (22 anos em 2015)] e São Luís [1997/98 (18/19 anos em 2016)]. A atividade física no lazer foi avaliada com questionários (insuficientemente ativo: <150 min/semana; ativo: ≥150 min/semana) e a atividade física moderada e vigorosa (AFMV) foi medida objetivamente por acelerometria. Foram avaliadas a cor da pele, a classificação socioeconômica e as atividades de estudo/trabalho. Resultados: A prevalência de ativos no lazer variou de 29,2% aos 30 anos em Pelotas a 54,6% entre os adolescentes de São Luís. A prevalência de ativos no lazer foi maior entre os mais jovens (54,6% em São Luís/1997), o que não foi observado para a atividade física total. A AFMV (3o tercil) foi maior nas coortes de Pelotas e São Luís. A prevalência de ativos no lazer e a AFMV foi maior nos homens. Os dados mostraram que a variação da atividade física foi associada ao sexo e às condições sociodemográficas em todas as coortes. Conclusão: As características sociodemográficas devem ser consideradas na promoção da atividade física no lazer e as ações voltadas para jovens e adultos mais vulneráveis socioeconomicamente devem ser incentivadas.

ABSTRACT Objective: To describe the prevalence of physical activity among subjects from birth cohorts of three cities located in different regions of Brazil according to sociodemographic characteristics and sex, comparing the relationships within and between cohorts. Methods: Cross-sectional study involving 12,724 adolescents and young adults who participated in five birth cohorts: Ribeirão Preto [1978/79 (37/39 years old in 2016) and 1994 (22 years in 2016)]; Pelotas [1982 (30 years in 2012) and 1993 (22 years in 2015)], and São Luís [1997/98 (18/19 years in 2016)]. Leisure-time physical activity was evaluated with questionnaires (insufficiently active: <150 min/week and active: ≥150 min/week) and moderate and vigorous physical activity (MVPA) was objectively measured by accelerometry. Those, in each city, were evaluated accordingly to skin color, socioeconomic classification, and study/work activities. Results: The prevalence of leisure-time physical activity ranged from 29.2% at 30 years old in Pelotas to 54.6% among adolescents from São Luís. The prevalence of leisure-time physical activity was higher among younger people (54.6% in São Luís 1997), while the same was not observed for total physical activity. MVPA (3rd tercile) was higher in the cohorts from Pelotas and São Luís. The prevalence of leisure-time physical activity and MVPA was higher in men. The data showed that the variation in physical activity was associated with sex and sociodemographic conditions in all cohorts. Conclusion: Sociodemographic characteristics should be considered when promoting leisure-time physical activity and actions aimed at young people, and adults who are more socioeconomically vulnerable should be encouraged.

RESUMO Objetivo: Descrever a prevalência de atividade física entre sujeitos de coortes de nascimento de três cidades localizadas em diferentes regiões do Brasil segundo características sociodemográficas e sexo, comparando relações intra e intercoortes. Métodos: Estudo transversal com 12.724 adolescentes e adultos jovens que participaram de cinco coortes de nascimento: Ribeirão Preto [1978/79 (37/39 anos em 2016) e 1994 (22 anos em 2016)]; Pelotas [1982 (30 anos em 2012) e 1993 (22 anos em 2015)] e São Luís [1997/98 (18/19 anos em 2016)]. A atividade física no lazer foi avaliada com questionários (insuficientemente ativo: <150 min/semana; ativo: ≥150 min/semana) e a atividade física moderada e vigorosa (AFMV) foi medida objetivamente por acelerometria. Foram avaliadas a cor da pele, a classificação socioeconômica e as atividades de estudo/trabalho. Resultados: A prevalência de ativos no lazer variou de 29,2% aos 30 anos em Pelotas a 54,6% entre os adolescentes de São Luís. A prevalência de ativos no lazer foi maior entre os mais jovens (54,6% em São Luís/1997), o que não foi observado para a atividade física total. A AFMV (3o tercil) foi maior nas coortes de Pelotas e São Luís. A prevalência de ativos no lazer e a AFMV foi maior nos homens. Os dados mostraram que a variação da atividade física foi associada ao sexo e às condições sociodemográficas em todas as coortes. Conclusão: As características sociodemográficas devem ser consideradas na promoção da atividade física no lazer e as ações voltadas para jovens e adultos mais vulneráveis socioeconomicamente devem ser incentivadas.

ABSTRACT Objective: To describe the prevalence of physical activity among subjects from birth cohorts of three cities located in different regions of Brazil according to sociodemographic characteristics and sex, comparing the relationships within and between cohorts. Methods: Cross-sectional study involving 12,724 adolescents and young adults who participated in five birth cohorts: Ribeirão Preto [1978/79 (37/39 years old in 2016) and 1994 (22 years in 2016)]; Pelotas [1982 (30 years in 2012) and 1993 (22 years in 2015)], and São Luís [1997/98 (18/19 years in 2016)]. Leisure-time physical activity was evaluated with questionnaires (insufficiently active: <150 min/week and active: ≥150 min/week) and moderate and vigorous physical activity (MVPA) was objectively measured by accelerometry. Those, in each city, were evaluated accordingly to skin color, socioeconomic classification, and study/work activities. Results: The prevalence of leisure-time physical activity ranged from 29.2% at 30 years old in Pelotas to 54.6% among adolescents from São Luís. The prevalence of leisure-time physical activity was higher among younger people (54.6% in São Luís 1997), while the same was not observed for total physical activity. MVPA (3rd tercile) was higher in the cohorts from Pelotas and São Luís. The prevalence of leisure-time physical activity and MVPA was higher in men. The data showed that the variation in physical activity was associated with sex and sociodemographic conditions in all cohorts. Conclusion: Sociodemographic characteristics should be considered when promoting leisure-time physical activity and actions aimed at young people, and adults who are more socioeconomically vulnerable should be encouraged.

RESUMO Este artigo pretende investigar, partindo das ideias de A Ética Protestante e o “Espírito” do Capitalismo, de Max Weber, a relação entre o desencantamento do mundo e a Reforma Protestante, bem como a hipótese de que o desencantamento gerou, ao mesmo tempo, um novo encantamento no capitalismo e em sua nascente sociedade do trabalho. Segundo Weber, à medida que o cotidiano, na modernidade, foi tomado por uma racionalização cultural e social, dissolveram-se também as formas de vida tradicionais. Na ética protestante, a salvação vincula-se à vocação intramundana e à santificação da vida cotidiana por meio do trabalho. Daí, falarmos de um desencantamento, como Weber conceitua, e, ao mesmo tempo, de um reencantamento à luz de uma nova religiosidade atuante no mundo do trabalho capitalista. É justamente esse processo que permitiu Walter Benjamin, por sua vez, considerar o capitalismo como uma religião, com seus cultos, ritos e símbolos, levando a análise weberiana adiante, enfatizando o capitalismo como religião. Almejamos, assim, investigar a hipótese de que a tese weberiana do desencantamento do mundo igualmente culmina em sua inversão, ao falarmos de um reencantamento do mundo, agora sob a égide do trabalho capitalista e de sua racionalização econômica.

ABSTRACT This article aims to investigate, based on the ideas of Max Weber’s Protestant Ethics and the “Spirit” of Capitalism, the relationship between the disenchantment of the world and the Protestant Reformation, as well as the hypothesis that disenchantment generated, at the same time, a new enchantment in capitalism and its nascent labor society. According to Weber, as the daily life, in modern times, was taken over by a cultural and social rationalization, traditional forms of life also dissolved. In Protestant ethics, salvation is linked to the intramundane vocation and the sanctification of everyday life through work. Hence, we speak of a disenchantment, as Weber conceptualizes, and at the same time, a re-enchantment in light of a new religiosity active in the world of capitalist labor. It is precisely this process that allowed Walter Benjamin, in turn, to consider capitalism as a religion, with its cults, rites and symbols, taking the Weberian analysis forward, emphasizing capitalism as a religion. We aim thus to investigate the hypothesis that Weber’s thesis of the disenchantment of the world also culminates in its reversal, when we speak of a re-enchantment of the world, now under the umbrella of the capitalist labor and its economic rationalization.