Abstract Munguba butter has bioactive compounds such as vitamin E and phytosterols, which has valued its application in the development of new products, with advantages in its use in emulsified formulations. Therefore, the objective was to develop and evaluate the stability of a nanoemulsion containing munguba butter as the oily phase. Munguba butter was extracted by the ultrasound assisted method and its HLB (hydrophilic-lipophilic balance) was determined. Next, formulations varying the concentration of butter from 1-40% were developed and classified into liquid or solid emulsion and phase separation. Liquid emulsions were evaluated for hydrodynamic particle diameter, polydispersity index (PDI), Zeta potential (ζ), rheological characterization, and stability assays. The butter had an HLB of 6.98. The NE 1.0% formulation was selected and demonstrated to be unstable at high temperatures (45 ± 2 °C) and remained stable at room temperature, refrigeration and light radiation for 90 days. Munguba butter, because it has high amounts of saturated fatty acids, hinders its application in the development of new products. However, the success in the development of the NE 1.0% formulation is noteworthy, remaining stable when exposed to refrigeration, room temperature and light radiation. phytosterols products Therefore hydrophiliclipophilic hydrophilic lipophilic balance determined Next 140% 140 1 40% 40 1-40 separation diameter PDI, PDI , (PDI) ζ, ζ (ζ) characterization assays 698 6 98 6.98 10 0 1.0 45 (4 °C C 9 days acids However noteworthy 14 4 1-4 (PDI (ζ 69 6.9 1. ( 1- 6.

Resumo: A manteiga de munguba apresenta compostos bioativos como vitamina E e fitoesteróis o que tem valorizado sua aplicação no desenvolvimento de novos produtos, havendo vantagens em sua aplicação em formulações emulsionadas. Logo, o objetivo foi desenvolver e avaliar a estabilidade de uma nanoemulsão contendo como fase oleosa a manteiga de munguba. A manteiga de munguba foi extraída pelo método de ultrassom e seu EHL (equilíbrio hidrófilo-lipófilo) foi determinado. Em seguida, foram desenvolvidas formulações variando as concentrações de manteiga de 1-40% sendo classificadas em emulsão líquida ou sólida e separação de fases. As emulsões líquidas foram avaliadas quanto ao diâmetro das partículas hidrodinâmicas (DLS), o índice de polidispersividade (PDI), potencial Zeta (ζ), caracterização reológica e ensaios de estabilidade. A manteiga apresentou EHL de 6,98. A formulação NE 1.0% foi selecionada e mostrou-se instável em alta temperatura (45 ± 2 °C) e manteve-se estável em temperatura ambiente, refrigeração e radiação luminosa durante 90 dias. A manteiga de munguba, por possuir altas quantidades de ácidos graxos saturados, dificulta sua aplicação no desenvolvimento de novos produtos. Entretanto, ressalta-se o êxito no desenvolvimento da formulação NE 1.0% sendo estável quando exposta a refrigeração, a temperatura ambiente e a radiação luminosa. Resumo produtos emulsionadas Logo equilíbrio hidrófilolipófilo hidrófilo lipófilo hidrófilo-lipófilo determinado seguida 140% 140 1 40% 40 1-40 fases DLS, DLS , (DLS) PDI, PDI (PDI) ζ, ζ (ζ) 698 6 98 6,98 10 0 1.0 mostrouse mostrou se 45 (4 °C C mantevese manteve 9 dias saturados Entretanto ressaltase ressalta 14 4 1-4 (DLS (PDI (ζ 69 6,9 1. ( 1- 6,

Abstract Enzymatic (glutathione S-transferase, GST and catalase, CAT) and histological biomarkers in S. herzbergii are important for the analysis of impacted estuaries in port regions of the Brazilian Amazon coast. Fish specimens were collected in two areas in the rainy and dry seasons: Porto Grande (potentially impacted region) and Ilha dos Caranguejos (less impacted region). Sediment samples were collected for chemical analysis. Morphometric, histological, and enzymatic biomarker analyzes were performed. The analysis of the sediments collected in the potentially impacted region showed levels of iron, aluminum and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons above the limits allowed by CONAMA legislation. Histological changes in the gills and liver, as well as GST and CAT activities, were high in fish collected at the port. Analyzes suggest that fish in the potentially impacted region are subject to pollutants that compromise their health. glutathione Stransferase, Stransferase S transferase, transferase S-transferase catalase coast seasons less region. . Morphometric performed iron legislation liver activities health

Resumo Biomarcadores enzimáticos (glutationa S-transferase, GST e catalase, CAT) e histológicos em S. herzbergii são importantes para a análise de estuários impactados em regiões portuárias da costa amazônica brasileira. Espécimes de peixes foram coletados em duas áreas nas estações chuvosa e seca: Porto Grande (região potencialmente impactada) e Ilha dos Caranguejos (região menos impactada). Amostras de sedimento foram coletadas para análise química. Análises morfométricas, histológicas e de biomarcadores enzimáticos foram realizadas. A análise dos sedimentos coletados na região potencialmente impactada mostrou teores de ferro, alumínio e hidrocarbonetos aromáticos policíclicos acima dos limites permitidos pela legislação do CONAMA. As alterações histológicas nas brânquias e no fígado, bem como as atividades de GST e CAT, foram elevadas nos peixes coletados no porto. As análises sugerem que os peixes da região potencialmente impactada estão sujeitos a poluentes que comprometem sua saúde. glutationa Stransferase, Stransferase S transferase, transferase S-transferase catalase CAT brasileira seca impactada. . química morfométricas realizadas ferro CONAMA fígado porto saúde

Resumo Espécies do gênero Cordia apresentam atividades biológicas, como anti-inflamatória, analgésica, antioxidante, antiviral e antifúngica. Para a espécie Cordia glabrata (MART) A.DC., ainda não existem informações sobre seu perfil fitoquímico e possíveis atividades biológicas, deste modo, o presente estudo teve como objetivo avaliar este perfil em extratos etanólicos de folhas jovens, adultas e senescentes, bem como o potencial antioxidante, fotoprotetor, antimicrobiano e virucida. A análise fitoquímica foi realizada por CCD (Cromatografia em Camada Delgada), mostrando a presença de flavonóides, taninos e terpenos. Na avaliação por CLAE EM/EM (Cromatografia Líquida de Ultra Eficiência acoplada a Espectrometria de Massas) foi evidenciado a presença dos ácidos caféico (3,89 mgL-1), p-cumárico (6,13 mgL-1) e ferúlico (0,58 mgL-1), paralelamente, na CG/EM (Cromatografia Gasosa acoplada a Espectrometria de Massas) verificou-se maior quantidade dos ácidos graxos palmítico (51,17%), esteárico (20,34%), linoléico (9,62%) e mirístico (8,16%). Os radicais DPPH (2,2-Difenil-1-picrilhidrazil) e ABTS+ (2′-Azino-bis (ácido 3-etilbenzotiazolina-6-sulfônico)) foram utilizados para verificar o potencial antioxidante, observando-se uma atividade superior para o extrato da folha em sua fase fenológica adulta: 54,63 ± 1,06 µgmL-1 (DPPH) e 44,21 ± 1,69 mM (ABTS+). A potencial atividade fotoprotetora dos extratos foi determinada espectrofotometricamente e os valores in vitro de FPS (Fator de Proteção Solar) em folhas jovens e adultas (5,47 e 5,41 respectivamente) apresentaram valores próximos ao FPS mínimo de 6,0 exigido pela ANVISA (Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária). Não foi observada atividade antimicrobiana para Staphylococcus aureus sendo a concentração inibitória mínima de 2000 μgmL-1, no entanto o ensaio anti-herpético contra o vírus Herpes simplex tipo 2 (HSV-2) mostrou uma potente atividade virucida nas concentrações testadas com um valor de CV50 <0,195 μgmL-1 e um Índice de Seletividade (IS = CC50 / CV50) maior que 448. Os resultados obtidos neste estudo sugerem que extratos de folhas de C. glabrata em seu estágio fenológico adulto apresentam potencial antioxidante, fotoprotetora e virucida, considerando os resultados de testes in vitro.

Abstract Species of the genus Cordia have shown biological activities, such as anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antioxidant, antiviral, and antifungal activities. The species Cordia glabrata (MART) A.DC. Has no information concerning its phytochemical profile and possible biological activities. Thus, this study aimed to evaluate this profile in ethanolic extracts of young, adult and senescent leaves, as well as their antioxidant, photoprotective, antimicrobial, and virucidal potentials. Phytochemical analysis was performed by TLC (thin-layer chromatography) and showed the presence of flavonoids, tannins, and terpenes. The evaluation by UPLC-MS/MS (Ultra performance liquid chromatography - tandem mass spectrometer) evidenced the presence of caffeic (3.89 mgL-1), p-cumaric (6.13 mgL-1), and ferulic (0.58 mgL-1) acids, whilst, in GC/MS (Gas chromatography–mass spectrometry) analysis there was a greater amount of palmitic (51.17%), stearic (20.34%), linoleic (9.62%), and miristic (8.16%) fatty acids. The DPPH (2,2-Diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl) and ABTS+ (2′-Azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid)) radicals were used to verify the potential antioxidant activity, observing a better activity for the leaf extract in the adult phenological stage: 54.63 ± 1.06 µgmL-1 (DPPH) and 44.21 ± 1.69 mM (ABTS). The potential photoprotective activity of the extracts was determined by spectrophotometry and the in vitro values of SPF (Sun Protection Factor) in young and adult leaves (5.47 and 5.41, respectively) showed values close to the minimum SPF of 6.0 required by ANVISA (Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency). It was not observed an antimicrobial activity for Staphylococcus aureus with a minimum inhibitory concentration of 2000 μgmL-1, however the anti-herpetic assay against the Herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) showed a potent virucidal activity at the tested concentrations with CV50 value <0.195 μgmL-1 and a Selectivity Index (SI = CC50 / CV50) greater than 448. The results obtained in this study suggest that extracts of leaves of C. glabrata in their adult phenological stage have potential antioxidant, photoprotective and virucidal activity, considering in vitro test results.

Summary The dignity of the person is a fundamental right and duty in the Constitutional State, from a moral and legal perspective; It is the basis of respect, freedom, autonomy and responsibility of the human being. In this frame: A. The objectives set forth in this article are the following: 1. Know the meaning and importance of human dignity. 2. Consign some examples that serve as a normative and practical reference, for the respect of dignity. 3. Specify part of the significance of the concept of dignity in the Constitutional State of Law. B Hypothesis The lack of respect for human dignity as a fundamental basis, of the Constitutional State of Law, has generated and continues to generate serious situations of violence and great social, cultural and economic gaps; that could be solved by complying with and enforcing the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. C Methodology.- Review of bibliography, legal texts and observation of reality. D Results achieved. Approach to reality, and clues to deepen the investigation

Resumen La dignidad de la persona es un derecho y un deber fundamental en el Estado Constitucional, desde una perspectiva moral y jurídica; es base del respeto, la libertad, la autonomía y responsabilidad del ser humano. En este marco: A. - Los objetivos planteados en el presente artículo son los siguientes: 1. Conocer el significado e importancia de la dignidad humana. 2. Consignar algunos ejemplos que sirvan como referente normativo y práctico, para el respeto de la dignidad. 3. Precisar parte de la trascendencia del concepto de dignidad en el Estado Constitucional de Derecho. B. Hipótesis.- La falta de respeto a la dignidad humana como base fundamental, del Estado Constitucional de Derecho, ha generado y sigue generando graves situaciones de violencia y grandes brechas, sociales, culturales y económicas; que podrían solucionarse cumpliendo y haciendo cumplir la Declaración Universal de los Derechos Humanos. C. Metodología. Revisión de bibliografía, textos legales y observación de la realidad. D. Resultados alcanzados. Aproximación a la realidad, y pistas para profundizar la investigación

Abstract The aim of this study was to evaluate the observers diagnostic performance in panoramic radiography using monitor, tablet, X-ray image view box, and against window daylight as a visualization method in different diagnostic tasks. Thirty panoramic radiography were assessed by three calibrated observers for each visualization method, in standardized light conditions, concerning dental caries, widened periodontal ligament space, and periapical bone defects from the four first molars; mucosal thickening and retention cysts in maxillary sinus; and stylo-hyoid ligament calcification and atheroma. A five-point confidence scale was used. The standard-reference was performed by two experienced observers. Diagnostic values using window light were significantly lower for caries and periapical bone defect and retention cyst, stylo-hyoid ligament calcification detection (p<0.05). For atheroma detection, X-ray image view box, tablet, and widow light had lower accuracy than the evaluation on the monitor (p<0.05). Observers diagnostic performances are worsened using window light as an evaluation method for panoramic radiography for dental, sinus, and calcification disorders, while the monitor was the most reliable method.

Resumen El objetivo de este estudio fue evaluar el desempeño diagnóstico de los observadores en la radiografía panorámica utilizando monitor, tablet, caja de visualización de imágenes de rayos X y contra la luz del día de la ventana como método de visualización en diferentes tareas de diagnóstico. Treinta radiografías panorámicas fueron evaluadas por tres observadores calibrados para cada método de visualización, en condiciones de luz estandarizadas, con respecto a caries dental, espacio del ligamento periodontal ensanchado y defectos óseos periapicales de los cuatro primeros molares; engrosamiento de la mucosa y quistes de retención en el seno maxilar; y calcificación y ateroma del ligamento estilohioideo. Se utilizó una escala de confianza de cinco puntos. La referencia estándar fue realizada por dos observadores experimentados. Los valores diagnósticos con luz de ventana fueron significativamente menores para caries y defecto óseo periapical y quiste de retención, detección de calcificación del ligamento estilohioideo (p <0.05). Para la detección de ateroma, la caja de visualización de imágenes de rayos X, el tablet y la luz de viuda tuvieron una precisión menor que la evaluación en el monitor (p <0.05). El rendimiento diagnóstico del observador empeora al utilizar la luz de la ventana como método de evaluación de la radiografía panorámica para los trastornos dentales, de los senos nasales y de la calcificación, mientras que el monitor fue el método más fiable.

Resumo Os estuários estão constantemente sujeitos a impactos ambientais de atividades antropogênicas, como pesca, movimentação portuária, indústria ou esgoto doméstico, onde os peixes são um dos animais aquáticos mais atingidos, sendo capazes de refletir os impactos diretamente em seu organismo. Assim, o objetivo desse estudo foi realizar o biomonitoramento de um estuário da Costa Equatorial Amazônica por meio de análises de PAHs (Hidrocarboneto Policiclico Aromáticos) na água, além de metais traços, alterações histopatológicas e análises de micronúcleos eritrocitários em Sciades herzbergii.. O S. herzbergii foi utilizado como espécie modelo, devido seu comportamento estuarino residente. Amostras de gônadas e brânquias foram submetidas a avaliações histopatológicas. A quantificação de metais traços foi realizada em amostras de músculos esqueléticos dos animais coletados, onde foram encontrados teores de Chumbo (Pb), Cobre (Cu), Zinco (Zn), Cádmio (Cd), Magnésio (Mg), Ferro (Fe) e Alumínio (AL), e foram encontradas em concentrações acima dos limites recomendados, à exceção do Cádmio (Cd). A análise dos PAHs revelou a presença de Naftaleno e Acenafteno nas amostras de água. Análises histopatológicas e genotóxicas revelaram lesões em 100% dos espécimes estudados, resultados estes, potencialmente associados à presença de PAH e de metais traços, tanto na água quanto nos tecidos animais, comprovando um cenário geral de contaminação ambiental implicando diretamente em risco à saúde e sobrevivência da biota local. Esse estudo mostra a relevância do biomonitoramento contínuo dos ecossistemas estuarinos, afim de nortear autoridades no manejo de efluentes e assegurar o desenvolvimento evolutivo de espécies estuarinas, sobretudo dos peixes de importância na culinária regional, diretamente relacionados à segurança alimentar humana.

Abstract Estuaries are constantly subject to continuous environmental impacts of human activities, such as fisheries, port or industry, and domestic sewage, with fish being one of the most affected aquatic animals, reflecting the impacts directly on their bodies. Thus, the aim of this study was to carry out the biomonitoring of an estuary located on the Amazonian Equatorial Coast through analysis of PAHs (Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons) in the water, in addition to trace metals, histopathological alterations and analysis of erythrocyte micronuclei in Sciades herzbergii. S. herzbergii was used as a model species, due to its estuarine-resident behavior. Gonad and gill samples were subjected to histopathological evaluations. The quantification of trace metals was performed in samples of skeletal muscles of the animals collected, where concentrations of Lead (Pb), Copper (Cu), Zinc (Zn), Cadmium (Cd), Magnesium (Mg), Iron (Fe) and Aluminum (Al) were found. Except for Cadmium (Cd), all the concentrations were above the recommended limits. The PAHs analysis revealed the presence of Naphthalene and Acenaphthene in the water samples Histopathological and genotoxic analyses revealed of lesions in 100% of the study specimens. Thus, the histological and genotoxic alterations found in 100% of S. herzbergii specimens captured in São José Bay-MA are potentially associated with PAH concentrations present in the water. These results are potentially associated with the presence of PAH and trace metals, both in water and in animal tissues, inferring a general scenario of environmental contamination which directly implies a risk to the health and survival of the local biota. This study shows the relevance of continuous biomonitoring of estuarine ecosystems, in order to guide authorities regarding sewage management and ensure the evolutionary development of estuarine species, especially fishes of importance in the local cuisine, therefore related to human food security.

Abstract The COVID-19 epidemic has led to changes in the culture of communication. The solution to health problems is assertive when it is consensual. The Delphi method, a tool for agreement, uses rounds of question lists to gather information from the knowledge of a panel of experts who discuss approaches and possible solutions to problems. It is based on the premise that, with the freedom of anonymity, combined intelligence improves individual judgment and captures collective expert opinion. The process of the method is very flexible since the rounds of questions can be carried out in person or remotely. In this article, we describe how to implement the conventional Delphi method in times of confinement, analyze the usefulness and limitations of the method for use by health experts to solve treatment, diagnostic or administrative problems. Current technologies for collecting data allow great flexibility in the format of questionnaires and facilitate the collection of expert opinion. Thanks to its adaptability, the Delphi method is becoming a popular strategy that involves both qualitative and quantitative domains.

La epidemia de COVID-19 ha modificado la cultura de la comunicación. La solución para los problemas de salud puede ser asertiva cuando es consensuada. El método Delphi es una herramienta de consenso que emplea rondas de listas de preguntas para recopilar información del conocimiento de un panel de expertos que analizan planteamientos y posibles soluciones a problemas. Se basa en la premisa de que, con la libertad del anonimato, la inteligencia combinada mejora el juicio individual y captura la opinión colectiva experta. El proceso del método es muy flexible, pues las rondas de preguntas pueden realizarse de manera presencial o remota. En este artículo se describe cómo implementar el método Delphi convencional en tiempos de confinamiento, y se analizan la utilidad y las limitaciones del método para su uso por expertos en salud para la resolución de problemas de tratamiento, diagnóstico o administrativos. Las tecnologías actuales para recolectar los datos permiten gran flexibilidad en el formato de los cuestionarios y facilitan la recopilación de la opinión experta. Gracias a su adaptabilidad, el método Delphi se está convirtiendo en una estrategia popular que involucra los ámbitos cualitativo y cuantitativo.

Abstract For human/SARS-CoV-2 interactome genes ACE2, TMPRSS2 and BSG, there is a convincing evidence of association in Asians with influenza-induced SARS for TMPRSS2-rs2070788, tag-SNP of the eQTL rs383510. This case illustrates the importance of population genetics and of sequencing data in the design of genetic association studies in different human populations: the high linkage disequilibrium (LD) between rs2070788 and rs383510 is Asian-specific. Leveraging on a combination of genotyping and sequencing data for Native Americans (neglected in genetic studies), we show that while their frequencies of the Asian tag-SNP rs2070788 is, surprisingly, the highest worldwide, it is not in LD with the eQTL rs383510, that therefore, should be directly genotyped in genetic association studies of SARS in populations with Native American ancestry.

Resumen Los hongos entomopatógenos Metarhizium anisopliae (Ascomycota: Clavicipitaceae) y Beauveria bassiana (Ascomycota: Cordycipitaceae) son una alternativa para el control de plagas de gramíneas (e.g. Rhammatocerus schistocercoides (Orthoptera: Acrididae) y de soya (e.g. Cerotoma tingomariana; Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae). Con el fin de utilizar estos microorganismos como principio activo de micoinsecticidas, es necesario contar con métodos de control de calidad microbiológico, fisicoquímico y de actividad biológica que sean repetibles y reproducibles en el tiempo. Por tal razón, y dada la dificultad en la recolecta de individuos en el campo y en el establecimiento de crías masivas de R. schistocercoides y de C. tingomariana, se establecieron métodos para la evaluación rutinaria de la actividad biológica mediante el uso de hospederos alternativos. Para M. anisopliae, dirigido al control de R. schistocercoides, se evaluaron las especies Diatraea saccharalis (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) y Spodoptera frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) mientras que para B. bassiana, dirigido al control del insecto C. tingomariana, se evaluaron D. saccharalisy Chloridea virescens(Lepidoptera: Noctuidae). Se seleccionaron a D. saccharalis y C. virescens como insectos alternativos para evaluar la eficacia de M. anisopliae y B. bassiana, respectivamente con eficacia cercana al 80 %, en los dos casos. Los métodos con los insectos alternativos seleccionados fueron estandarizados y se demostró que son repetibles y reproducibles bajo las condiciones evaluadas.

Abstract The entomopathogenic fungi Metarhizium anisopliae (Ascomycota: Clavicipitaceae) and Beauveria bassiana (Ascomycota: Cordycipitaceae) are an alternative for the control of grassland pests (e.g. Rhammatocerus schistocercoides (Orthoptera: Acrididae) and soybean pests (e.g. Cerotoma tingomariana; Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae). To use these microorganisms as active principles of micoinsecticides, it is necessary to have quality control methods (microbiological, physicochemical and biological activity) accuracy, and reproducibility in a given timeframe. For this reason and given the difficulty in obtaining individuals in the field and in the establishment of the rearing of R. schistocercoides and C. tingomariana, we established methods for the routine evaluation of biological activity using alternative hosts. For M. anisopliae directed to the control of R. schistocercoides, the model insects Diatraea saccharalis (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) and Spodoptera frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) were tested, and for B. bassiana directed to the control of the target insect C. tingomariana, the model insects D. saccharalis and Chloridea virescens (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) were evaluated. D. saccharalis and C. virescens were selected as alternative insects to evaluate the efficacy of M. anisopliae and B. bassiana, respectively. Efficacy was close to 80 % for both pathogens. The methods with the selected alternative insects were standardized and showed that they are repeatable and reproducible under the evaluated conditions.

A produção de mudas de qualidade está relacionada a diversos fatores incluindo a qualidade da água de irrigação que dependendo da quantidade de sais nela dissolvidos pode afetar negativamente a germinação e vigor das sementes e mudas. Desse modo, o objetivo deste experimento foi avaliar a germinação e o desenvolvimento das mudas de maxixeiro em condições de estresse salino a partir de sementes tratadas com diferentes doses de bioestimulante. Para isso, utilizaram-se sementes de maxixeiro, cv. Liso de Calcutá, submetidas a dois níveis de salinidade da água de irrigação (0,5 e 3,5 dS m-1) e cinco doses do bioestimulante Stimulate® (0; 5; 10; 15 e 20 mL kg-1 de sementes) em delineamento experimental inteiramente casualizado, em esquema fatorial 2 x 5, com quatro repetições de 40 sementes. Avaliou-se ao final do experimento a emergência de plântulas, índice de velocidade de emergência, número de folhas, diâmetro do colo, altura de plântula, comprimento da raiz, massa seca de raiz, massa seca da parte aérea e total. A análise dos resultados indicou que mudas de melhor qualidade foram obtidas a partir do tratamento de sementes com bioestimulante na dosagem de 10 mL kg-1 de sementes; porém, o uso de água salina reduz consideravelmente o desenvolvimento de mudas de maxixeiro e inibe o efeito benéfico do bioestimulante.

Quality seedling production is related to various factors including irrigation water quality which, depending on the quantity of salts dissolved in it, can negatively affect seed germination, seed vigor and seedling growth. The aim of this experiment was thus to evaluate gherkin seedling germination and development in saline stress conditions using seeds treated with different doses of biostimulant. To do so, gherkin seeds cv. Liso de Calcutá, were subject to two levels of irrigation water salinity (0.5 and 3.5 dS m-1) and five doses of Stimulate® biostimulant (0, 5, 10, 15, and 20 mL kg-1 of seeds) in a completely randomized experimental framework using a 2 x 5 factorial design with four 40 seed repetitions. Seedlings emergence, emergence speed index, number of leaves, root collar diameter, plantlet height, root length, dry mass of root and of aerial part, and total dry mass were evaluated at the end of this experiment. The results indicated that high quality seedlings were obtained using seed treatment with a biostimulant in 10 mL kg-1 of seed doses; however, the use of saline water considerably reduced gherkin seedling development and inhibited the beneficial effect of biostimulants.

Abstract INTRODUCTION In Brazil, Biomphalaria glabrata, B. tenagophila, and B. straminea are intermediate hosts of Schistosoma mansoni, the etiological agent of schistosomiasis mansoni. Molluscicide use is recommended by the WHO for controlling the transmission of this parasite. Euphorbia milii latex has shown promising results as an alternative molluscicide. Thus, a natural molluscicide prototype kit based on freeze-dried E. milii latex was developed and evaluated against Biomphalaria spp. METHODS E. milii latex was collected, processed, and lyophilized. Two diluents were defined for freeze-dried latex rehydration, and a prototype kit, called MoluSchall, was produced. A stability test was conducted using prototype kits stored at different temperatures, and a toxicity assay was performed using Danio rerio. Additionally, MoluSchall was tested against B. glabrata under semi-natural conditions according to defined conditions in the laboratory. RESULTS MoluSchall was lethal to three Brazilian snail species while exhibiting low toxicity to D. rerio. Regardless of storage temperature, MoluSchall was stable for 24 months and was effective against B. glabrata under semi-natural conditions, with the same LD100 as observed under laboratory conditions. CONCLUSIONS MoluSchall is a natural, effective, and inexpensive molluscicide with lower environmental toxicity than existing molluscicides. Its production offers a possible alternative strategy for controlling S. mansoni transmission.

Abstract: The present work describes different stages that the Urban Development Institute (IDU) has addressed to achieve the adequate and correct application of crumb rubber modified (CRM) asphalt mixtures. The first research stage in the laboratory included an exhaustive analysis of the mechanical properties of the mixtures, according to asphalt mixture typologies used in Colombia. In addition to a brief application on a fatigue carousel to evaluate the deterioration of this type of mixtures under accelerated loading. The second stage deals with the performance analysis and comparison with other types of asphalt mixtures modified with polymers available in the Colombian market. This stage involved the construction of one full-scale pavement test lane with different sections considering asphalt modified with polymers (SBS, SBR), and two sections with rubber asphalt, one through dry process and the other through wet process. As a result of these stages, a technical specification was developed to serve as guidelines for the production and analysis of mixtures added with crumb rubber. Likewise, the environmental advantages of applying this technology in the Colombian context are described.

Resumen: El presente trabajo describe cada una de las diferentes etapas que ha abordado el IDU para una adecuada y acertada aplicación de las mezclas mejoradas con GCR. Una primera etapa de investigación en laboratorio que incluyó una exhaustiva evaluación de las propiedades mecánicas de las mezclas de acuerdo con la tipología de las mezclas asfálticas utilizadas en Colombia. Además de una breve aplicación en un carrusel de fatiga para evaluar el deterioro de este tipo de mezclas de una manera acelerada. Una segunda etapa de evaluación y comparación del desempeño con otros tipos de mezclas asfálticas modificadas con polímeros disponibles en el mercado colombiano. Esta etapa involucró la construcción de un tramo de prueba escala real con diferentes secciones considerando asfalto modificado con polímeros (SBS, SBR) y dos secciones con asfalto caucho, una por vía seca y otra por vía húmeda. Como resultado de estas fases una especificación técnica fue desarrollada para dar lineamientos sobre la producción y evaluación de las mezclas con GCR. Se describen de la misma manera las ventajas ambientales de la aplicación de esta tecnología dentro del entorno Colombiano.

ABSTRACT Fixed-bed reactors have been considered promise alternatives for hydrogen production due to their simple construction and increase in the biomass retention. The purpose of this study was to investigate the biological production of hydrogen in anaerobic fixed-bed reactors with cassava starch wastewater used as substrate. Different support materials and arrangements of fixed-bed were used to evaluate the biological production of hydrogen in anaerobic continuous fixed-bed reactors, with cassava starch wastewater as substrate - recycled low-density polyethylene scraps, in packed bed (R1), recycled low-density polyethylene cylinders, in ordained bed (R3) and bamboo stems, in vertical arrangement (R2 and R4). In R1 the initial pH was adjusted for 6.0, with hydraulic retention time (HRT) of 4 h and organic loading rate (OLR) of 9.5 g.L−1.d−1. In R2 the initial pH was maintained in 4.5, with HRT of 4 h and OLR of 9.5 g.L−1.d−1. R3 and R4 were operated with initial pH of 4.5, HRT of 4 h and OLR of 13.5 g.L−1.d−1. The volumetric hydrogen production (VHPR) was favored by lower OLR applied, evenin different pH ranges (6.0 and 4.5). VHPR values of 229 mL H2.L−1.d−1and 248 mL H2.L−1.d−1 were obtained in R1 and R2, respectively. Both in the bamboo stems bed as in the polyethylene cylinders bed, the increase of OLR and the reduction of the initial pH resulted in a diminishing of VHPR to 175 mL H2.d−1.L−1 (R3) and 145 m LH2 .d−1.L−1 (R4). Higher concentrations of butanol (821.32 and 1,529.22 mg.L−1) and ethanol (915.41 and 924.41 mg.L−1) were verified in the reactors with bamboo stems. In R4, the increase of OLR and the reduction of the initial pH contributed to the increase of butanol concentration in 1.8 times, diminishing the VHPR in 41.68%, yield in 63.95% and H2 in 37.6%, and indicating that the effect of pH is more pronounced with the increase of OLR, leading to the solventogenesis.

RESUMO A alface se destaca como a principal hortaliça folhosa consumida no Brasil apresentando divergência para adaptabilidade a diferentes condições ambientais, entre as quais a salinidade. O trabalho teve, como objetivo, avaliar as respostas de cultivares de alface ao uso de água salina residuária da atividade da piscicultura. O experimento foi desenvolvido sob delineamento inteiramente casualizado, com quatro repetições, em esquema fatorial 7 x 4 sendo sete cultivares (Regiane, Vera, Isabela, Elisa, Amélia, Lavínia e Angelina) e quatro níveis de salinidade (1,2; 2,2; 3,2 e 4,2 dS m-1). As características avaliadas foram: número de folhas, área foliar, diâmetro da coroa, massa fresca e seca da parte aérea. Verificou-se que a água residuária da piscicultura diluída pode ser utilizada na irrigação da alface cultivada em vasos. As cultivares Regiane e Elisa apresentaram maior emissão de folhas e área foliar e as cultivares Amélia e Angelina foram as mais produtivas em termos de biomassa. As cultivares Vera, Isabela, Amélia e Angelina se mostraram mais tolerantes à salinidade da solução de fertirrigação.

ABSTRACT Lettuce stands out as the main leafy vegetable consumed in Brazil, with divergence regarding adaptability to different environmental conditions, which include salinity. The objective of the work was to evaluate the response of lettuce cultivars to the use of saline wastewater from fish farming. The experiment was conducted in a completely randomized design with four replicates, in a factorial 7 x 4, corresponding to seven cultivars (Regiane, Vera, Isabela, Elisa, Amelia, Lavinia and Angelina) and four salt concentrations (1.2, 2.2, 3.2 and 4.2 dS m-1). The evaluated characteristics were: number of leaves, leaf area, crown diameter and shoot fresh and dry matter. Diluted wastewater from fish farming can be used in the preparation of solution for fertigation of lettuce. The cultivars Regiane and Elisa had higher production of leaves and leaf area, while Amélia and Angelina were the most productive in terms of biomass. The cultivars Vera, Isabela, Amélia and Angelina were more tolerant to the salinity of the fertigation solution.