ABSTRACT: In the extreme north of Chile, we find the region of Arica and Parinacota, in it an amazing Valley of Lluta, which in the Quechua language means "slippery" or "muddy". A natural laboratory that goes from sea level to 4,700 meters, high and with a route of only 250 km in a few hours, where a sample of the adaptation of life to extreme conditions is observed; as is the case of "lluteno" corn. Where the availability of Boro in the Lluta valley partially mitigates the negative effects of salinity in "lluteño" maize. The osmotic adjustment allows this maize to survive in conditions of high salinity in the soil, however, the presence of Boron makes this strategy and the elasticity of the cell wall remain at the levels of the control plants, due to high availability of boron.

RESUMEN: En el extremo norte de Chile encontramos la región de Arica y Parinacota, y en ella un sorprendente valle de Lluta, que en lengua quechua significa "resbaloso" o "fangoso". Un laboratorio natural que va desde el nivel del mar hasta 4.700 metros de altura y con un recorrido de tan solo 250 km en pocas horas, donde se observa un muestrario de la adaptación de la vida a condiciones extremas como es el caso del maíz lluteño. La disponibilidad de boro (B) en el valle de Lluta mitiga en parte los efectos negativos de la salinidad en este maíz . El ajuste osmótico le permite sobrevivir al maíz lluteño en condiciones de alta salinidad en el suelo. Sin embargo, la presencia de boro hace que esta estrategia y la elasticidad de la pared celular se mantengan a niveles de las plantas control debido a la alta disponibilidad de este elemento.

ABSTRACT. French lavender (Lavandula dentata L.) is of great ornamental, medicinal, and aromatic interest. It is generally propagated vegetatively using stem cuttings. When using artificial lighting, a specific light composition can modify the entire plant phenology and is a factor that can be managed in controlled conditions. This study evaluated the rooting of stem cuttings and growth of lavender under four spectral LED lights. The LED lights used were: T0 (white LED, Roblan®), T1 (AP67 Milky, Valoya®), T2 (NS1, Valoya®), and T3 (AP673L Milky, Valoya®). The first phase evaluated the rooting of stem cuttings and initial development. The plants were then transferred to plastic pots to evaluate plant growth. In both rooting and growing phases, the plant morphological characteristics and water and light efficiencies were evaluated. Nutrient-uptake efficiencies were also evaluated after the growing phase. It was observed that cuttings rooted under the influence of T1 showed greater height. After the growing phase, plants under T3 showed better results in electricity use efficiency, water use efficiency, and nutrient-uptake efficiency and less nitrate leaching. They also presented more uniform growth with a compact canopy. Thus, T1 was better for the stem cuttings rooting phase, while T3 was better for growth and energy efficiency.

ABSTRACT. Growing conditions such as water supply and soil fertility influence oregano morphological development and physiological responses. Our study aimed to analyse the physiological responses of oregano plants grown under different water conditions and bokashi application rates. The experiment was carried out in a greenhouse under a randomized block design and a 3 x 4 factorial scheme. Treatments encompassed three water replacement levels (60, 80, and 100% crop evapotranspiration - ETc) and four bokashi rates (0, 100, 200, and 300 g m-2), with five replications each. Oregano seedlings were transplanted and grown in a spacing of 0.3 m between plants and 1 m between bed rows. After 60 days, treatments were evaluated for photosynthetic rate (A), stomatal conductance (Gs), internal CO2 rate (Ci), transpiration (E), and water-use efficiency (WUE). Data underwent variance analysis by F-teste, multivariate analysis, and Pearson's linear correlation. Oregano physiological responses were significantly influenced by water replacement level and the application rate of fermented bokashi compost. The multivariate analysis allowed us to analyse the interaction effect between water replacement level and bokashi rate on photosynthesis, stomatal conductance, internal CO2, and transpiration.

ABSTRACT Although numerous studies have been conducted with common bean regarding nitrogen (N) dose, time of application, and source in no-till (NT) soils in Brazil, the heterogeneity of the results makes it difficult to establish technical recommendations based on individualized studies. This meta-analysis aimed to rank the main factors influencing common bean response to N management in NT areas. The database consisted of 99 scientific papers that encompassed 160 trials and 2394 observations. In general, the probability of obtaining a positive response to N application in common bean productivity was 77 %, with an average 18 % increment (358 kg ha-1). The main factors that affect the response of common bean grain yield to N fertilization and the choice of the applied N dose are soil organic matter (OM) content and the preceding crop. In soils with OM content >20 g kg-1, the N dose that determines the highest economic return is 50 kg ha-1. For soils with OM content <20 g kg-1, the N dose to be applied is 70 and 100 kg ha-1 for crops preceded by legumes and grasses, respectively. The timing of the N application did not result in a significant difference in common bean yield in 62 % of the trials. However, the results showed that the average yield increase in the common bean went from 15 % (293 kg ha-1) with a single application to 32 % (622 kg ha-1) with split N applications. All N sources tested showed similar gains to those obtained with N application through urea. Excluding situations with high doses of N application (>100 kg ha-1), inoculating common bean seeds increased grain yields by 6 % on average (118 kg ha-1). The combined analysis of the available results demonstrated that the crop recommendations used in Brazilian soils under NT could be refined considering the soil OM concentration and preceding crop. Additionally, seed inoculation and N dose splitting in the form of common urea should be recommended.

Resumo Objetivo: Validar a escala de qualidade de vida no trabalho (QVT) proposta por Ferreira (2011), utilizando a teoria de resposta ao item (TRI) e o conhecimento de especialistas para ser aplicada em instituições de ensino superior (IES). Originalidade/valor: O artigo avança no conhecimento sobre QVT ao validar uma escala para avaliar QVT nesse contexto específico utilizando a TRI. A escala pode ser aplicada em qualquer IES. Itens podem ser removidos ou adicionados para adaptar o instrumento às particularidades de cada instituição e responder às mudanças de contexto ao longo do tempo. Os resultados podem ajudar os gestores a identificar os principais aspectos a serem melhorados, orientando-os a alocar recursos com precisão e avaliar a eficácia das intervenções. Design/metodologia/abordagem: Com abordagem qualitativa e quantitativa, este estudo exploratório utilizou os dados coletados na pesquisa de Klein et al. (2019). O modelo de resposta gradual da TRI foi utilizado para analisar os dados. Itens âncora foram identificados para representarem os níveis da escala. Especialistas foram consultados para interpretarem qualitativamente os níveis para que a escala pudesse revelar o status quo da QVT da instituição. A escala foi aplicada como um estudo de caso na amostra. Resultados: Os resultados confirmaram a consistência interna do instrumento e a alta confiabilidade da escala que foi classificada em seis níveis cumulativos. Os parâmetros encontrados demonstram que o conjunto de itens é preciso para estimar todo o traço latente. Itens relacionados ao reconhecimento obtiveram maiores parâmetros de discriminação, comprovando influência significativa na QVT.

Abstract Purpose: This study aims to validate Ferreira’s (2011) quality of working life (QWL) scale by using item response theory (IRT) and specialists’ knowledge to be applied in higher education institutions (HEIs). Originality/value: The paper advances QWL theoretical knowledge by validating a scale to appraise QWL in this specific context using IRT. The scale can be applied in any HEI. Items can be removed or added to adapt the instrument to each institutions’ particularities and respond to context change over time. Results can assist decision-makers in identifying critical aspects to be improved, guiding them to allocate resources precisely, and assessing the efficiency of interventions. Design/methodology/approach: With a qualitative and quantitative approach, this exploratory study used the data collected from Klein et al.’s research (2019). The IRT model used to analyze the data was the Graded Response Model. Anchored items were identified to allow the interpretation of the levels on the scale. Specialists were consulted to conduct a qualitative analysis so the scale could reveal the institution’s QWL status quo. The scale was applied as a case study in the sample. Findings: The instrument’s internal consistency was confirmed, and the results reveal the scale has high reliability. The scale was classified into six cumulative levels. The parameters found demonstrate that the set of items accurately estimates the entire QWL latent trait. Items related to recognition were the aspects with the highest discrimination parameters proving their importance in distinguishing QWL.

RESUMEN El nitrógeno es el elemento que presenta mayor demanda por parte del cultivo de soja, y la fijación biológica del nitrógeno atmosférico el principal medio para abastecerlo. En cambio, micronutrientes y tratamientos químicos aplicados a la semilla conjuntamente con el inoculante pueden alterar dicha fijación biológica de nitrógeno. El objetivo de este trabajo fue evaluar el efecto de productos químicos, micronutrientes y de la fertilizacion nitrogenada, en la nodulacion, desarrollo y rendimiento de la soya. El experimento fue desarrollado en campo y en invernadero en el municipio de Toledo, Brasil. El diseño experimental utilizado fue el de bloques al azar, con cuatro repeticiones. Los tratamientos fueron: T1 - Control (semillas tratadas con insecticida); T2 - Semillas tratadas con insecticidas e inoculadas con Bradyrhizobium; T3 - Semillas no tratadas inoculadas con Bradyrhizobium; T4 - Semillas tratadas con insecticidas y cobalto-molibdeno (CoMo), inoculadas con Bradyrhizobium; T5 - Semillas con CoMo inoculadas con Bradyrhizobium; T6 - Semillas tratadas con insecticidas, inoculadas con Bradyrhizobium y con aplicación de CoMo vía foliar; T7 - Semillas tratadas con insecticidas, inoculadas con Bradyrhizobium y con aplicación de nitrógeno en cubierta; T8 - Semillas tratadas con nitrógeno al voleo. No se observaron diferencias significativas entre los tratamientos sobre el número de nódulos, diametro de la tallo principal, altura de planta, longitud de raiz, masa de 1000 granos y rendimiento. La aplicacion de nitrógeno en la etapa R2 y la asociación del inoculante + CoMo sin tratamiento de semilla proporcionó mayor número de nudos, vainas y granos por planta.

ABSTRACT Nitrogen is the element most demanded by the soybean crop, and the biological fixation of atmospheric nitrogen is the main means to supply it. In contrast, micronutrients and chemical treatments applied on seeds together with the inoculant can alter the phenomenon of biological fixation of atmospheric nitrogen. This work aimed to evaluate the effect of chemical products, micronutrients, and nitrogen fertilization on the nodulation, development, and yield of soybean. The experiment was developed in a field and a greenhouse in the municipality of Toledo, Brazil. A randomized block with four repetitions was used as an experimental design. This design had eight treatments, namely: T1 - Control (seeds treated with insecticide); T2 - Seeds treated with insecticides and inoculated with Bradyrhizobium; T3 - Untreated seeds inoculated with Bradyrhizobium; T4 - Seeds treated with insecticides and cobalt-molybdenum (CoMo), inoculated with Bradyrhizobium; T5 - Seeds with CoMo inoculated with Bradyrhizobium; T6 - Seeds treated with insecticides, inoculated with Bradyrhizobium and with foliar application of CoMo; T7 - Seeds treated with insecticides, inoculated with Bradyrhizobium and with the application of nitrogen in cover; T8 - Seeds treated with nitrogen by broadcast. No significant differences were observed between treatments on the nodules numbers, stem diameter, plant height, root length, the mass of 1000 grains, and yield. The application of nitrogen at the R2 stage (a plant with an open flower in one of the two uppermost nodes of the main stem with a fully developed leaf) and in association with the inoculant + CoMo without seed treatment provided a greater number of nodes, pods, and grains per plant.

ABSTRACT A good soil fertility management for soybean production must consider the amount of nutrients that are exported by seeds. In recent decades, soybean yield has increased due to better crop management and genetic improvements, which may affect the amount of nutrients removed. Therefore, this study aimed (i) to analyze the relationship between the concentration of macronutrients in soybean seeds in Brazil with soybean yield and genotypes, and (ii) to update nutrient concentration values in soybean seeds for fertilizer recommendation purposes, comparing them with the values described in the main official fertilization recommendation systems used in Brazil. For this purpose, we used 3,017 observations obtained from 67 studies evaluating at least one macronutrient concentration [nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), potassium (K), calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg), and sulfur (S)] in soybean seeds in the last 45 years in Brazil (from 1974 to 2019). Results indicate that the concentration of macronutrients in soybean seed is affected by both soybean yield and genetic material. Modern genotypes of the Intacta Roundup Ready-2 group remove 15, 21, 18, 17, and 23 % more K, P, Ca, Mg, and S and 4 % less N compared to non-Roundup Ready genotypes. The increase in soybean yield was followed by an increase in the concentration of N and a decrease in the concentration of P and K in soybean seed. Data obtained from studies published between 2015 and 2019 indicates that soybean removes, on average, 57.2, 17.6, 5.5, 2.9, 2.6, and 2.5 kg Mg-1 of N, K, P, S, Ca, and Mg, respectively. These macronutrient concentrations in soybean seeds are in disparity with most reference values described in the official fertilization recommendation systems in Brazil, highlighting an urgent need to review the standard values for replacement fertilization of soybeans. Moreover, future studies should focus on the influence of genetics on soybean seeds composition to ensure high soybean productivity with rational use of fertilizers.

Resumen Antecedentes: El impacto económico generado por la coccidiosis en el sector avícola es el mayor en relación con otras enfermedades. Adicionalmente, los promotores de crecimiento quimioterapéuticos se han venido reemplazando por estrategias alternativas. Objetivo: Evaluar el efecto de oleorresinas de pimiento (Capsicum annuum) y cúrcuma (Curcuma longa L.) sobre el desempeño zootécnico, tasa de supervivencia y el Índice de Eficiencia Productiva en pollos de engorde de 1 a 21 dias desafiados con Eimeria sp. Métodos: Se utilizaron 700 pollos machos (Cobb500) de 1 día de edad, distribuidos en un diseño completamente al azar con cuatro tratamientos: (1) dieta control negativo sin agentes anticoccidianos ni promotores de crecimiento; (2) dieta control+0,05% de salinomicina; (3) dieta control negativa+100g/ton; y (4) dieta control negativa +140g/ton del producto a evaluar (oleorresina de Curcuma longa L. y Capsicum annuum). Resultados: Se obtuvieron resultados similares repecto a peso corporal, ganancia de peso, conversión alimenticia e Índice de Eficiencia Productiva en los tratamientos que contenían anticoccidiano quimioterapéutico y los que contenian oleorresinas. Además, no se observaron diferencias en el consumo de alimento ni en la tasa de supervivencia entre los tratamientos dietarios. Conclusión: Los pollos de engorde suplementados entre 1 y 21 d con oleorresinas de pimiento y cúrcuma presentan similar peso corporal, ganancia de peso, conversión alimenticia e Índice de Eficiencia Productiva en comparación con los suplementados con anticoccidianos quimioterapéuticos, sin afectar el consumo de alimento ni la viabilidad.

Abstract Background: Coccidiosis is the infectious disease with the greatest economic impact in poultry production. Additionally, chemotherapeutic growth promoters are being substituted for safer alternative strategies. Objective: To evaluate the effect of feeding oleoresins from chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) and turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) on the performance, survival rate, and the Productive Efficiency Index of broilers from 1 to 21d challenged by Eimeria sp. Methods: A total of 700 male 1-day-old chicks (Cobb 500) challenged with Eimeria sp, were assigned to a completely randomized design with four treatments: (1) negative control diet, without anticoccidial agent or growth promoters; (2) control diet+0.05% salinomycin; (3) negative control diet+100g/ton; and (4) negative control diet +140g/ton of test product (Curcuma longa L. plus Capsicum annuum oleoresins). Results: Body weight, weight gain, feed conversion and Productive Efficiency Index did not differ between broilers fed anticoccidial chemotherapeutics and oleoresins. In addition, there was no difference in feed intake and survival rate between dietary treatments. Conclusion: Broilers supplemented with chili pepper and turmeric oleoresins from 1 to 21d present similar body weight, weight gain, feed conversion, and Productive Efficiency Index compared to broilers supplemented with chemotherapeutic anticoccidials without affecting feed intake or survival rate.

Resumo Antecedentes: O impacto econômico da coccidiose é o maior quando comparado a outras doenças na produção avícola. Além disso, promotores de crescimento quimioterápicos tem sido substituídos por estratégias alternativas. Objetivo: Avaliar o efeito das oleoresinas da pimenta Chilli (Capsicum annuum) e açafrão-da-terra (Curcuma longa L.) no desempenho zootécnico, taxa de sobrevivência e Índice de Eficiência Produtiva de frangos de corte de 1 a 21d desafiados por Eimeria sp Métodos: Foram utilizados 700 pintos de 1d, machos (Cobb500) distribuídos em delineamento inteiramente casualizado, em quatro tratamentos: (1) dieta controle negativo, sem agente anticoccidiano ou promotores de crescimento; (2) dieta controle+0,05% de salinomicina; (3) dieta controle negativa+100g/ton; e (4)+140g/ton de produto teste (oleoresina de Curcuma longa L. mais Capsicum annuum) e desafiados por Eimeria sp. Resultados: Houve resultados similares para peso, ganho de peso, conversão alimentar e Índice de Eficiência Produtiva entre frangos alimentados com dietas contendo anticocidiano quimioterápico e dietas contendo oleoresinas. Além disso, não houve diferença para consumo de ração e a taxa de sobrevivência entre os tratamentos dietéticos. Conclusão: Frangos de corte alimentados com dietas suplementadas com oleorresinas de pimenta chili e açafrão-da-terra apresentaram resultados similares para peso, ganho de peso, conversão alimentar e Índice de Eficiência Produtiva que frangos de corte alimentados com dietas suplementadas com anticoccidianos quimioterápicos de 1 a 21d, sem afetar o consumo de ração e a taxa de sobrevivência dos animais.

RESUMO: O objetivo desse estudo foi identificar cães com diagnóstico presuntivo de doença do disco intervertebral cervical (DDIV; C1-C5 ou C6-T2) submetidos ao tratamento clínico e avaliar a resposta a terapia instituída e o índice de recidiva. Esse estudo também visou demonstrar a idade, o gênero e a resposta ao tratamento de acordo com o grau neurológico, a fim de verificar se esses parâmetros podem ser utilizados como fatores prognósticos para a evolução clínica desses pacientes. Foram revisados os registros neurológicos do Hospital Veterinário Universitário de janeiro de 2006 a março de 2017. Realizaram coleta de dados a partir dos registros e por meio de um questionário respondido pelos tutores. Avaliaram 177 fichas neurológicas de cães e obtidas informações para inclusão no estudo em 78 delas. As raças mais frequentes foram Dachshunds, seguido dos cães sem raça definida. Quanto ao grau de disfunção neurológica, 58,97% apresentavam grau I (somente dor), 25,64% estavam em grau II (tetraparesia ambulatória) e 15,38% em grau III (tetraparesia não ambulatória). O repouso absoluto e em espaço restrito foram realizados em 75,64% e 24,36% dos casos, respectivamente e com duração de no mínimo uma semana, podendo chegar a mais de quatro semanas. A maioria dos animais era de pequeno porte (≤15kg). A recuperação foi satisfatória em 87,17% dos cães e insatisfatória em 12,83%. Quanto à recidiva, esta foi observada em 10,3% dos pacientes com recuperação satisfatória. O tratamento clínico para cães com DDIV cervical pode ser indicado com adequada resposta clínica para graus de disfunção que variam de I a III, seja em repouso absoluto ou em espaço restrito e com baixo índice de recidiva.

ABSTRACT: This study aimed to identify dogs with a presumptive diagnosis of cervical intervertebral disc disease (IVDD; C1-C5 or C6-T2) submitted to clinical management and evaluate the outcome. This study also aimed to demonstrate the age, sex, and treatment response according to the neurological degree, and verify whether those factors could potentially influence the outcome. The data were obtained from patients with a neurological dysfunction, admitted at the Veterinary Hospital from January 2006 to March 2017. In addition to patient records, the tutors answered a questionnaire related to the success of therapy. A hundred and seventy-seven neurological records were evaluated, and 78 were included in the study according to the inclusion criteria. The most frequent breeds were Dachshunds, followed by mixed-breed dogs. Regarding the neurological dysfunction degree, 58.97% presented grade I (only neck pain), 25.64% were grade II (ambulatory tetraparesis), and 15.38% grade III (nonambulatory tetraparesis). Absolute and partial space rest were performed in 75.64% and 24.36% of the cases, respectively. The minimum rest time was one week and could come up to four weeks. Most dogs were small-sized (≤15kg). The recovery was satisfactory in 87.17% of dogs and unsatisfactory in 12.83%. Regarding recurrence, we observed that 10.3% of dogs presented satisfactory recovery. The clinical treatment for dogs with cervical IVDD can be indicated with adequate clinical response to dysfunction degrees ranging from I to III, either at rest or in restricted space and with a low rate of relapse.

The objective of the present study was to use electrical bioimpedance analysis (BIA) as an alternative method of evaluating the quality of bovine raw milk. Fourteen lactating purebred Dutch cows were used. For the analyses of milk quality and electrical bioimpedance, 140 ml milk per mammary quarter and a homogeneous sample of each animal were collected, totalling 70 samples. The criteria used to evaluate milk quality consisted of somatic cell count (CCS), total bacterial count (CBT), fat, protein, lactose, total solids (ST) and non-greasy solids (SNG) as required by IN No 62/2011. A monofrequential 50 kHz and 800 μΑ alternating current generator was used for electrical BIAs. The temperature of the raw milk was 5 °C for all samples. Primary resistance and reactance readings were obtained. From these values, the values of impedance, conductance and phase angle were obtained. Correlation analyses were performed to determine the variables used by the regression analyses. The regression analysis was performed using raw milk components as dependent variables and BIA measurements as independent variables. Lactose, ST and SNG were the components of milk that correlated best and presented moderate prediction equations in relation to BIA variables. The prediction equations using resistance showed R2 of 0.42 and 0.45 for ST and SNG, respectively. In the prediction equation for ST and SNG, the conductance resulted in R2 of 0.45, and 0.45, respectively. Regarding impedance, the R2 of 0.42 and 0.45 were obtained for the predicted equations ST and SNG, respectively. Thus, it can be concluded that BIA has the potential to estimate the composition and quality of bovine raw milk.

Grupos de primatas se deslocam em fila de maneira que cada indivíduo se encontra exposto a um risco de predação diferenciado de acordo com o lugar ocupado por ele. Nós registramos os eventos de chegada e saída do sítio de dormida de um grupo de Leontopithecus caissara de maneira a investigar quais indivíduos do grupo ocupam a posição de maior risco na fila. Nossos resultados demonstram o macho dominante como sendo o indivíduo a ocupar a posição de maior risco na maioria das ocasiões. Assim, o macho adulto dominante assumiu maiores riscos e um papel destacado no comportamento anti-predatório de maneira a criar benefícios diretos ao indivíduo subordinado que permaneceu no grupo em tal condição.

Monkey groups travel in line, exposing individuals to differential risks according to their position. We recorded events of arriving and departing from the sleeping site in a group of Leontopithecus caissara to investigate how the highest risk position is shared among group-mates during those events. We found the dominant male was the first to arrive and depart from the tree hole on most occasions. This finding suggests that the dominant adult male assumed higher risks and played a differential role in predator defense, possibly creating direct benefits for subordinate individuals to stay in the group.

RESUMO O objetivo desta pesquisa foi avaliar o efeito da suplementação privativa, com concentrado ou leguminosa, sobre as características da carcaça e dos componentes corporais de cordeiros lactentes mantidos em pastejo de azevém. Foram utilizados 27 cordeiros lactentes, distribuídos nos tratamentos que corresponderam aos sistemas de alimentação: cordeiros lactentes mantidos em pasto de azevém, cordeiros lactentes mantidos em pasto de azevém e suplementados com concentrado em comedouro privativo (creep feeding) e cordeiros lactentes mantidos em pasto de azevém e suplementados com leguminosa no pasto privativo (creep grazing). O concentrado era composto por milho, farelo de soja e calcário calcítico, e a leguminosa utilizada foi o trevo-branco. O delineamento experimental foi o inteiramente ao acaso. Os resultados foram submetidos à análise de variância, e as médias comparadas pelo teste de Tukey a 5% de significância. O conteúdo do trato gastrintestinal juntamente com bile e urina e a proporção de esôfago foram maiores (P<0,05) nos cordeiros mantidos em pasto de azevém. As proporções de fígado e intestino grosso foram maiores (P<0,05) nos cordeiros suplementados com concentrado. Os sistemas alimentares testados produzem carcaças com características semelhantes. A suplementação, com leguminosa ou concentrado, altera os componentes corporais de cordeiros lactentes mantidos em azevém.

ABSTRACT This research objective was to evaluate the effect of private supplementation with concentrated or legumes, on the carcass characteristics and body components from suckling lambs kept on ryegrass pasture. Twenty seven suckling lambs were used, with about 17 days of age and weighing 9,91±0,594kg, which were distributed in the treatments that corresponded to feeding systems: suckling lambs kept on ryegrass pasture, suckling lambs kept on ryegrass pasture and supplemented with concentrated in private feeder (creep feeding) and suckling lambs kept on ryegrass pasture and supplemented with legume in the private pasture (creep grazing). The concentrate supplement was composed by corn, soybean meal and limestone, and was supplied ad libitum. The supplementary pasture was white clover legume. The experimental design was completely randomized, where the results were submitted to analysis of variance and means compared by Tukey test at 5% of significance level. The gastrointestinal+bile+urine content and the proportion of esophagus were higher (P<0,05) in lambs kept on ryegrass. The liver and large intestine proportions were higher (P<0,05) in lambs supplemented with concentrate. The tested alimentary systems produce carcasses with similar characteristics. The supplementation with legume or concentrate cause changes in body components of suckling lambs grazing ryegrass.

RESUMO Para avaliar a diversidade de fungos no córrego Pirarungaua, reaberto após ter permanecido canalizado por cerca de 40 anos no Jardim Botânico de São Paulo, Brasil, foram realizados dois experimentos nas estações frias e secas e duas nas estações quentes e chuvosas. Folhas de Tibouchina pulchra Cogn e folhedo misto foram confinados em sacos de tela de nylon, submersas e coletadas mensalmente, juntamente com amostras de folhedo livre submerso. Alguns fatores abióticos foram medidos na água. As folhas foram fragmentadas, incubadas em água esterilizada, a 22 ºC e microscopicamente analisadas, identificando-se 35 táxons de fungos conidiais, entre os quais 23 são novos para a área. Comparando as estações climáticas, a similaridade da micota confinada deT. pulchra correspondeu a 38% e a 56% com relação ao folhedo misto confinado. As folhas confinadas mostraram a tendência de oferecer suporte a maior número de espécies, enquanto alguns fungos raros comoUlocoryphus mastigophorus Michaelides L. Hunter & W.B Kendr foram mais frequentes no folhedo livre. Com base nos resultados é recomendado o monitoramento das condições limnológicas do córrego e conscientização da população local e dos visitantes sobre a importância que um corpo d' água, mesmo artificial, possui no estabelecimento das características do microclima e representa para a biodiversidade de fungos.

ABSTRACT To evaluate the fungal diversity in the Pirarungaua stream reopened after remaining channeled about 40 years in the Botanical Garden of São Paulo, Brazil, two experiments in the cold and dry season and two in the hot and rainy season were performed. Leaves of Tibouchina pulchra Cogn and mixed leaf litter were confined in nylon litter bags, submerged and collected monthly, together with free leaf litter samples. Some abiotic factors were measured in the water. The leaves were fragmented, incubated in sterile water at 22 ºC and microscopically analyzed. We identified 33 conidial fungal taxa, among which, 23 are new to this area. Comparing seasons, the similarity of the mycota of confined T. pulchra leaves corresponded to 39% and to 56% regarding the confined mixed leaf litter. Similarities of 48-50% occurred between the mycota of confined and free leaf litter samples. Confined leaves showed a tendency to support higher numbers of species, whereas some rare fungi like Ulocoryphus mastigophorus Michaelides L. Hunter & W.B Kendr were more frequent in free leaf litter. Based on the results, it is recommended to monitor the limnological conditions of the stream and to promote awareness among the local population and visitors about the importance of a water body, even artificial, for the establishment of microclimatic features, and for the biodiversity of fungi.

A technology for the management of the obsolete reagent, (NH4)2Cr2O7 by being converted into chromium oxide (III) is offered. Use tests were carried out in the ceramic factory "José L Tassende" with good results. The chromium content into the obtained oxide was determined, which was in the range from 98, 75 to 98, 88 due to the accidental errors for a grade of security of 0, 95 corroborating a good purity. The impact of the investigation is evidenced in the economic aspect: 500 g of ammonium dichromate would cost 67, 40 USD and of chromium oxide to 98 % 26, 30 USD, so it can be calculated that the 200 kg of dichromate that existed like obsolete reagent would cost 26 960, 00 USD, and of them can be obtained it 120,634 kg of oxide that can be used as ceramic pigment, which would cost 6 345, 34USD. About environmental matter, a mass of 200 kg of the obsolete reagent ammonium dichromate is managed which didn't have foreseen use and it was to be disposed, what is dangerous for the environment given the characteristics of high toxicity, carcinogenic and mutagenic hazard of this chemical substance. The used procedure does not generate significant expenses and it allows the use of the reagent without risks for the environment.

Se ofrece una tecnología para la gestión del reactivo obsoleto, (NH4)2Cr2O7 al ser convertido en óxido de cromo (III). Se realizaron pruebas de uso en la fábrica de cerámica "José L. Tassende" con buenos resultados. Se determinó el contenido de cromo al óxido obtenido, el cual se encontraba en el rango de 98,75 a 98,88 debido a los errores accidentales para un grado de seguridad de 0,95 corroborando una buena pureza. El impacto de la investigación se evidencia en lo económico: 500 g de dicromato de Amonio costaría 67,40 USD y de óxido de cromo al 98 % 26,30 USD, donde se puede calcular que los 200kg de dicromato, que existían como reactivo obsoleto, costarían 26 960,00 USD y de ello se pueden obtener 120,634 kg de óxido que puede ser utilizado como pigmento cerámico, lo que costarían 6 345,34 USD. En lo ambiental se gestiona una masa de 200 kg del reactivo ocioso dicromato de amonio que no tenía uso previsto y se destinaba al desecho, lo que constituye un peligro para el medio ambiente dadas características de alta toxicidad, carcinógeno y mutagénico de esta sustancia química. El procedimiento empleado no genera gastos significativos y permite la utilización del reactivo sin riesgos para el medio ambiente.

Objetivos Avaliar as incidências e as taxas de mortalidade dos subtipos de acidente vascular cerebral (AVC) isquêmico em Joinville, Brasil. Métodos A partir do Registro de AVC de Joinville, um banco de dados de base populacional em curso, foram identificados todos os primeiros eventos de AVC isquêmico que ocorreram em Joinville entre janeiro de 2005 e dezembro de 2006. Os subtipos foram classificados pelos critérios de TOAST, e os pacientes foram seguidos por um ano após o evento. Resultados A incidência ajustada por idade por 100.000 habitantes foi de 26 (17-39) para a aterosclerose da artéria grande (AGA), 17 (11-27) para cardioembolia (CE), 29 (20-41) para a oclusão de pequena artéria (OPA), 2 (0,6-7) para outras etiologias determinadas (OTR) e 30 (20-43) para etiologia indeterminada (IND). A taxa de mortalidade de 1 ano por 100.000 habitantes foi de 5 (2-11) para AGA, 6 (3-13) para CE, 1 (0,1-6) para OPA, 0,2 (0-0,9) para OTR e 9 (4-17) para IND. Conclusão Na população de Joinville, as incidências dos subtipos foram semelhantes aos encontrados em outras populações. Estes resultados destacam a importância de uma melhor detecção e controle dos fatores de risco para aterosclerose.

Aims To measure the incidence and mortality rates of ischemic stroke (IS) subtypes in Joinville, Brazil. Methods All first-ever IS patients that occurred in Joinville from January 2005 to December 2006 were identified. The IS subtypes were classified by the TOAST criteria, and the patients were followed-up for one year after IS onset. Results The age-adjusted incidence per 100,000 inhabitants was 26 (17-39) for large-artery atherosclerosis (LAA), 17 (11-27) for cardioembolic (CE), 29 (20-41) for small vessel occlusion (SVO), 2 (0.6-7) for stroke of other determined etiology (OTH) and 30 (20-43) for stroke of undetermined etiology (UND). The 1-year mortality rate per 100,000 inhabitants was 5 (2-11) for LAA, 6 (3-13) for CE, 1 (0.1-6) for SVO, 0.2 (0-0.9) for OTH and 9 (4-17) for UND. Conclusion In the population of Joinville, the incidences of IS subtypes were similar to those found in other populations. These findings highlight the importance of better detection and control of atherosclerotic risk factors.