Universidade Cidade de São Paulo

One-step production and physicochemical characterization of biodiesel using rubber seed oil blends

Abstract The seeds of Hevea brasiliensis (HB) stand out as a promising feedstock for biodiesel production owing to their high oil content. However, its elevated acid value poses a challenge, requiring pre-treatment steps before transesterification. Given this scenario, the presen...

Specialists’ agreement and construct validation of a visual scale for assessing mucosal healing after third molar extraction

OBJECTIVE: To present and validate a digital visual scale for evaluating mucosal wound repair after mandibular third molar extraction. The research seeks to establish a standard-based tool to improve communication in clinical practice and research by reducing subjectivity in post...

Chelsea critical care physical assessment tool (CPAx) for adult patients hospitalized in the ward: measurement properties

Objective To evaluate the measurement properties of the Brazilian version of the Chelsea Critical Care Physical Assessment Tool (CPAx-Br) and evaluate the evidence of validity in adult general ward patients, extending its application beyond the critical care setting for which it...

Two new species of Ziminellia Nihei & de Carvalho from China (Diptera: Muscidae), with new combinations and key to species

During our study of the genus Ziminellia (Diptera, Muscidae) from China, two species are recognized as new to science, Z. quadrangula Xue & Nihei, sp. nov. and Z. yunnanensis Xue & Zhang, sp. nov., and their descriptions, illustration and diagnoses are given. Furthermore, five ne...

Zero Operator Theory: Ab Initio Derivation of 41 Physical Quantities as a Proposed Resolution to the Naturalness and Hierarchy Problems

Zero Operator Theory (ZOT v3.6): Over-Constrained Architecture and Global Interlocking of 41 Physical QuantitiesDescription: The Zero Operator Theory (ZOT v3.6) proposes a resolution to the long-standing Naturalness and Hierarchy problems in modern theoretical physics by replacin...

Zero Operator Theory: Ab Initio Derivation of 41 Physical Quantities as a Proposed Resolution to the Naturalness and Hierarchy Problems

Zero Operator Theory (ZOT v3.6): Over-Constrained Architecture and Global Interlocking of 41 Physical QuantitiesDescription: The Zero Operator Theory (ZOT v3.6) proposes a resolution to the long-standing Naturalness and Hierarchy problems in modern theoretical physics by replacin...

Assessment of organizational readiness for implementing an online pain education program for chronic musculoskeletal pain in Brazilian public health context: a cross-sectional study

Understanding the organizational readiness for behavior change is paramount for implementation success of new interventions and to avoid waste of resources. To assess organizational readiness of primary healthcare providers to refer users with chronic musculoskeletal pain for an...

Psychosocial and Sociodemographic Factors Associated with Perceived Barriers to Physical Activity in Patients Receiving Chemotherapy

AIM: To evaluate associations between psychosocial and sociodemographic factors and perceived barriers to physical activity among hospitalized patients receiving chemotherapy. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This cross-sectional study included 163 patients hospitalized for chemotherapy. A...

Continuous Feedback at Scale: Closing the Instruction–Response–Feedback Loop in a Large Physical Chemistry Laboratory Course

Abstract The classical structure of physical chemistry laboratory courses often relies on delayed, report-based assessment, which can hinder conceptual understanding and student engagement, particularly in large classes. In this study, we report the redesign of an undergraduate p...

P1.002. Twenty Years Follow-Up in Barrett's Esophagus: Does Fundoplication Demonstrate Superiority in the Comprehensive Long-Term Control of the Disease?

Abstract Topic Benign Disease: Barrett’s Esophagus: Pathology and Pathophysiology; Non-invasive Neoplasia Background The study analyzed the long-term evolution of Barrett's Esophagus (BE) and the effectiveness of clinical and surgical treatments for Gastroesophageal Reflux Diseas...

Endovascular therapy versus best medical treatment in pediatric acute ischemic stroke: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Purpose This systematic review and meta-analysis evaluates endovascular therapy (EVT) versus best medical treatment (BMT) in pediatric acute ischemic stroke (AIS) due to large-vessel occlusion. Methods Systematic searches were conducted across PubMed, Cochrane, and Embase, incept...