Responses of Guava Plants to Inoculation with Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi in Soil Infested with Meloidogyne enterolobii

Maryluce Albuquerque da Silva Campos,Fábio Sérgio Barbosa da Silva,Adriana Mayumi Yano-Melo,Natoniel Franklin de Melo,Elvira Maria Régis Pedrosa,Leonor Costa Maia 한국식물병리학회 2013 Plant Pathology Journal Vol.29 No.3

In the Northeast of Brazil, expansion of guava crops has been impaired by Meloidogyne enterolobii that causes root galls, leaf fall and plant death. Considering the fact that arbuscular mycorrhizal Fungi (AMF) improve plant growth giving protection against damages by plant pathogens, this work was carried out to select AMF efficient to increase production of guava seedlings and their tolerance to M. enterolobii. Seedlings of guava were inoculated with 200 spores of Gigaspora albida,Glomus etunicatum or Acaulospora longula and 55 days later with 4,000 eggs of M. enterolobii. The interactions between the AMF and M. enterolobii were assessed by measuring leaf number, aerial dry biomass, CO2 evolution and arbuscular and total mycorrhizal colonization. In general, plant growth was improved by the treatments with A. longula or with G. albida. The presence of the nematode decreased arbuscular colonization and increased general enzymatic activity. Higher dehydrogenase activity occurred with the A. longula treatment and CO2 evolution was higher in the control with the nematode. More spores and higher production of glomalin-related soil proteins were observed in the treatment with G. albida. The numbers of galls, egg masses and eggs were reduced in the presence of A. longula. Inoculation with this fungus benefitted plant growth and decreased nematode reproduction.

Effect of Metakaolin on the Chloride Ingress Properties of Concrete

R. M. Ferreira,J. P. Castro-Gomes,P. Costa,R. Malheiro 대한토목학회 2016 KSCE JOURNAL OF CIVIL ENGINEERING Vol.20 No.4

Research and practical experience have shown that partial replacement of cement by metakaolin improves concrete durability as a result of the refinement of the pore structure. While much research has been presented on concrete performance with metakaolin, it is scarce concerning the transport properties of chlorides in concrete with metakaolin, in natural conditions (i.e., un-accelerated). This study determines the chloride diffusion coefficients for several concretes with vary levels of cement replacement with metakaolin, and compares these results with chloride migration coefficients obtained from accelerated laboratory testing. In this study, two cement types (CEM I 42,5R and CEM IV/A 42,5) and two cement contents levels where used with metakaolin replacement levels varying from 10-20%. Concretes where tested for fresh properties, compressive strength, electrical resistivity, chloride ingress characteristics (natural diffusion and migration), and mercury intrusion porosimetry. The results show improved strength, durability properties and chloride penetration resistance of concretes with metakaolin. Furthermore, the use of metakaolin in fly ash concrete improves the early age performance of the concrete (<90 days), counteracting the delay in strength and durability gain typically associated with fly ash concrete. The results obtained from this study fulfil the lack of critical input for service life design models of reinforced concrete structures in chloride environments, with emphasis on concretes with metakaolin replacement.

Intake and Performance of Yearling Steers Grazing Guineagrass (Panicum maximum cv. Tanzânia) Pasture Supplemented with Different Energy Sources

Santana, M.C.A.,Euclides, V.B.P.,Mancio, A.B.,Medeiros, S.R.,Costa, J.A.R.,Oliveira, R.L. Asian Australasian Association of Animal Productio 2013 Animal Bioscience Vol.26 No.3

The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficiency of supplements containing different energy sources in relation to mineral supplementation of steers grazing guineagrass (Panicum maximum cv Tanz$\hat{a}$nia) pasture, during the dry season. The experimental design was a randomized block with three treatments and four replications. The treatments consisted of a mineral supplementation and two other supplements, one based on corn seed and the other based on soybean hulls, and provided at 0.8% of body weight. Forty-eight, 12 month-old crossbred steers with an average initial body weight of 267 kg, were assigned to twelve paddocks (1,125 ha) of guineagrass. The animals that were fed with soybean hulls and corn seed presented a greater average daily gain (0.982 and 0.937) when compared with the mineral supplementation. Soybean hulls can be used as a satisfactory food source, replacing corn as an energy source in the supplementation of beef cattle without compromising animal performance.

Dual Antiplatelet Therapy Duration Based on Ischemic and Bleeding Risks After Coronary Stenting

Costa, Francesco,Van Klaveren, David,Feres, Fausto,James, Stefan,Rä,ber, Lorenz,Pilgrim, Thomas,Hong, Myeong-Ki,Kim, Hyo-Soo,Colombo, Antonio,Steg, Philippe Gabriel,Bhatt, Deepak L.,Stone, Gregg W Elsevier Inc. 2019 Journal of the American College of Cardiology Vol.73 No.7

<P><B>Abstract</B></P> <P><B>Background</B></P> <P>Complex percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) is associated with higher ischemic risk, which can be mitigated by long-term dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT). However, concomitant high bleeding risk (HBR) may be present, making it unclear whether short- or long-term DAPT should be prioritized.</P> <P><B>Objectives</B></P> <P>This study investigated the effects of ischemic (by PCI complexity) and bleeding (by PRECISE-DAPT [PREdicting bleeding Complications in patients undergoing stent Implantation and SubsequEnt Dual AntiPlatelet Therapy] score) risks on clinical outcomes and on the impact of DAPT duration after coronary stenting.</P> <P><B>Methods</B></P> <P>Complex PCI was defined as ≥3 stents implanted and/or ≥3 lesions treated, bifurcation stenting and/or stent length >60 mm, and/or chronic total occlusion revascularization. Ischemic and bleeding outcomes in high (≥25) or non-high (<25) PRECISE-DAPT strata were evaluated based on randomly allocated duration of DAPT.</P> <P><B>Results</B></P> <P>Among 14,963 patients from 8 randomized trials, 3,118 underwent complex PCI and experienced a higher rate of ischemic, but not bleeding, events. Long-term DAPT in non-HBR patients reduced ischemic events in both complex (absolute risk difference: −3.86%; 95% confidence interval: −7.71 to +0.06) and noncomplex PCI strata (absolute risk difference: −1.14%; 95% confidence interval: −2.26 to −0.02), but not among HBR patients, regardless of complex PCI features. The bleeding risk according to the Thrombolysis In Myocardial Infarction scale was increased by long-term DAPT only in HBR patients, regardless of PCI complexity.</P> <P><B>Conclusions</B></P> <P>Patients who underwent complex PCI had a higher risk of ischemic events, but benefitted from long-term DAPT only if HBR features were not present. These data suggested that when concordant, bleeding, more than ischemic risk, should inform decision-making on the duration of DAPT.</P> <P><B>Central Illustration</B></P> <P>[DISPLAY OMISSION]</P>

[Poster Presentation] Banana Wastes as a Source of Lignocellulosic Fibres For Papermaking

R.Noronha,N.Cordeiro,M.N.Belgacem,A.P.Costa,J.Silvy 한국펄프·종이공학회 1999 한국펄프종이학회 기타 간행물 Vol.- No.-

The chemical composition of crops from banana (Musa accuminata Colla) was studied. Two types of material were investigated, namely: the whole material (type Ⅰ) and the outer bark material (type Ⅱ), which was apparently rich in cellulose fibres. These characterisation showed that the amount of holocellulose is high enough (~70%) to envisage the pulping of this material despite its surprisingly high content of ashes (~14%). It is worth noting that. as expected. the type Ⅱ material was found more rich in cellulose.<br/> Soda and Soda-Anthraquinone cooking processes were carried out using mini-digestors and the optimal pulping conditions were established. In fact. it was found that the maximum of yield is obtained when the following pulping conditions are respected: alcali 18%. time of the reaction: 1 hour to reach the isothermal regime and 30 min of pulping at 120℃. The kappa number of theses pulps was found around 30, which is very acceptable for unbleached pulps. The use of anthraquinone was found to increase the yield of pulps very slightly. The morphology of the fibers thus obtained was determined and showed that about 80% of fibres have a length between 1.4 and 1.9㎛. The width of these fibres was also determined and found in the range of 10-30㎛. Finally, hand sheet paper with two basis weights (60 and 135 g/m²) were made from pulps using the optimal conditions of cooking (300 g OD of crops). The yield and the kappa number of this cooking were very close to those found in mini-digestor reactions. The unbeaten pulps had a relatively high Shopper degree (59°SR) and the drainage was slow when the paper sheets were made. These papers showed good physical mechanical properties. The high basis weight was submitted to test which are specific to corrugated boards and showed very interesting values of RCT, CMf and FCT.

Deposition of Dopamine and Polyethyleneimine on Polymeric Membranes: Improvement of Performance of Ultrafiltration Process

Ingrid R. Marques,Guilherme Zin,Lidia T. Prando,Cristiana C. Bretanha,Mariane C. Proner,Elisandra Rigo,Katia Rezzadori,Cristiane da Costa,Marco Di Luccio 한국고분자학회 2020 Macromolecular Research Vol.28 No.12

Modification of the characteristics of polymeric membranes is regarded as an alternative to control the flux decline caused by the concentration polarization and the fouling in ultrafiltration (UF). This work investigated the use of dopamine (DA) and polyethyleneimine (PEI) to hydrophilize the surface and to improve the performance of a 50 kDa polyethersulfone UF membrane. The hydraulic permeance of membranes was investigated for the membranes modified using a DA solution with its concentration fixed at 2 mg·mL-1 and a PEI solution with its concentration varying from 0 to 16 mg·mL-1. The membrane modified in a 16 mg·mL-1 solution of PEI presented the uppermost hydraulic permeance (33 L·h-1·m-2). This membrane and two other controls (unmodified and modified membranes with a 2 mg·mL-1 solution of DA) were further characterized for surface chemistry using Fourier transform infrared by attenuated reflectance (FTIR-ATR) and X-ray excited photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) charge (zeta potential), morphology (field emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM) and optical interferometry), water mass gain, and performance in bovine serum albumin (BSA) UF. XPS showed an increase in the nitrogen content and a decrease in the sulfur content indicating the membrane modification. Membrane modification with DA/PEI caused an increase in hydrophilicity, which could reduce the interaction of BSA with the membrane surface. The flux of protein solutions was improved by 400%, and there was a complete recovery of the water flux after chemical cleaning of the modified membrane.

Is There Any Difference Between Depression and Anxiety in Overactive Bladder According to Sex? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Iane Glauce R Melotti,Cássia Raquel Teatin Juliato,Suelene Costa de Albuquerque Coelho,Marcelo Lima,Cassio Luiz Zanettini Riccetto 대한배뇨장애요실금학회 2017 International Neurourology Journal Vol.21 No.3

Purpose: Overactive bladder (OAB) is characterized by urinary urgency with or without urge incontinence, accompanied by frequency and nocturia. It affects individuals of all ages and can predispose affected individuals to depression and anxiety. However, few studies have been conducted on this topic. The objective of this study was to perform a systematic review and meta-analysis assessing the symptoms of depression, anxiety, and OAB using validated instruments. Methods: The search for articles was based on the following descriptors: overactive bladder, depression, and anxiety (“Urinary bladder, Overactive AND Depression and Anxiety”) OR (“Urinary bladder, Overactive AND Depression” OR “Urinary bladder, Overactive AND Anxiety”). The databases searched included PubMed, MEDLINE, and SciELO. Results: Initially, 111 articles were identified, but only 11 articles, containing 11,784 participants with depression and 10,436 with anxiety, specifically addressed depression or anxiety and were included in this systematic review. Ten articles incorporated a quantitative analysis, with cohort, series, population-based, and cross-sectional designs. One qualitative study was also included. Three articles were included in the meta-analysis, resulting in a total of 7,468 participants in whom depression was evaluated and 8,030 participants in whom anxiety was analyzed. Depression and anxiety were positively correlated with OAB. Men with OAB were considerably more likely than women to have anxiety (odds ratio [OR], 1.56; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.40–1.73) but there was no sex-related difference in depression (OR, 0.96; 95% CI, 0.77–1.21). Conclusions: This study showed a positive correlation between OAB and anxiety and depression. Men were considerably more likely than women to have anxiety related to OAB, but depression levels in OAB patients were not sex-related. This review highlights the need to investigate depression and anxiety in patients with OAB.

Modeling of flow-induced crystallization of colored polypropylene in injection molding

Rong Zheng,R. I. Tanner,D. Lee Wo,Xi-jun Fan,C. Hadinata,F.S. Costa,P.K. Kennedy,P. Zhu,G. Edward 한국유변학회 2010 Korea-Australia rheology journal Vol.22 No.3

We present a study on flow-induced crystallization of an injection-molded isotactic polypropylene (iPP) mixed with colorant additives. Two types of blue colorants were used in the study: one is the ultramarine Blue composed of Sodium Alumino Sulpho Silicate (UB) and the other is the PV Fast Blue composed of Cu-Phthalocyanine (CuPc). The CuPc colorant exhibits increased nucleation of both quiescent and flow-induced crystallization, and results in more oriented microstructures, causing a high degree of anisotropy in material properties and shrinkage of the injection molded parts. In contrast, the nucleating effect of the UB colorant is negligible under the quiescent condition, but becomes notable in the case of short-term shear treatment at high shear rates. The UB colorant does not significantly increase the degree of anisotropy as compared with the virgin iPP. A flow-induced crystallization kinetic model is used in the numerical simulation for the injection molding process, and predicted the colorant effects as observed in experiments.

Effect of Euterpe oleracea Mart. Seeds Extract on Chronic Ischemic Renal Injury in Renovascular Hypertensive Rats

Cristiane Aguiar da Costa,Dayane Teixeira Ognibene,Viviane Silva Cristino Cordeiro,Graziele Freitas de Bem,Izabelle Barcellos Santos,Ricardo Andrade Soares,Letı´cia L. de Melo Cunha,Lenize C. R.M. Car 한국식품영양과학회 2017 Journal of medicinal food Vol.20 No.10

Previously, we have demonstrated that the seeds of Euterpe oleracia Mart. (açaí) are rich in polyphenols with antihypertensive and antioxidant properties. This study evaluated the renal protective effects of the hydroalcoholic extract obtained from the seeds of açaí (ASE) fruits in two-kidney, one-clip (2K1C) renovascular hypertension. Young male Wistar rats were used to obtain 2K1C and sham groups. Animals received ASE (200 mg/(kg·day) in drinking water) or vehicle for 40 days. We evaluated serum and urinary parameters, renal structural changes, and oxidative status. The increase in systolic blood pressure of the 2K1C group was accompanied by a decrease in left kidney volume and number of glomeruli, as well as an increase in glomerular volume and collagen deposition. ASE prevented the alterations of these parameters, except the reduced kidney volume. Serum levels of urea and creatinine and urinary protein excretion were increased in the 2K1C group and treatment with ASE improved all these functional parameters. The increased oxidative damage in the 2K1C group, assessed by lipid and protein oxidation, was prevented by ASE. The nitrite content and both expression and activity of antioxidant enzymes (superoxide dismutase-1, catalase, and glutathione peroxidase) were lower in the 2K1C group and restored by ASE. ASE substantially reduced renal injury and prevented renal dysfunction in 2K1C rats probably through its antihypertensive and antioxidant effects, providing a natural resource for treatment and prevention of renovascular hypertension-related abnormalities.

Quantifiable Downregulation of Endogenous Genes in Agaricus bisporus Mediated by Expression of RNA Hairpins

Ana S. M. B. Costa,D. John. I. Thomas,Daniel Eastwood,Simon B. Cutler,Andy M. Bailey,Gary D. Foster,Peter R. Mills,Michael P. Challen 한국미생물 · 생명공학회 2009 Journal of microbiology and biotechnology Vol.19 No.3