Universidade Estadual Paulista (Unesp)

Impulsive Release Strategies for Wolbachia-Infected Mosquitoes Under Temperature-Induced Infection Loss

Abstract The release of Wolbachia -infected mosquitoes is a promising strategy for controlling Aedes aegypti populations, although high-temperature exposure may temporarily reduce infection levels and compromise long-term persistence. We propose a population-dynamics model based...

Genomic features of mecA-harboring Staphylococcus epidermidis infecting an illegally traded rufous-bellied thrush (T. rufiventris)

Abstract Staphylococcus epidermidis is an opportunistic bacterium frequently involved in healthcare-associated infections and has become increasingly relevant in One Health when associated with methicillin resistance profile. Despite its significance in human medicine, the circul...

Beyond Accuracy: A Computational–Robustness Comparison of Point Cloud Registration Algorithms

The digital documentation of cultural heritage increasingly relies on the fusion of multi-source data to overcome the limitations of individual sensors. This study evaluates the performance of four registration algorithms, Iterative Closest Point (ICP), RANSAC, Fast Global Regist...

Schools as youth-friendly climate shelters: co-designing socio-spatial infrastructures of care for urban heat adaptation

Urban heat is unevenly distributed, while adaptation often overlooks young people’s lived experiences. This study examines how embodied and emotional experiences, everyday spatial practices, and participatory co-design inform youth-friendly climate shelters as socio-spatial infra...

Forest Fragment Proximity as an Important Predictor of Restoration Success in Mining‐Degraded Areas

ABSTRACT Ecological restoration is essential for achieving global climate and biodiversity targets, particularly in tropical landscapes affected by large‐scale disturbances. Following the 2015 Fundão tailings dam collapse in Mariana, Brazil, extensive areas of the Atlantic Forest...

Mesenchymal stem cells from Cerdocyon thous: in vitro characterization and therapeutic potential

Abstract Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) exhibit immunomodulatory and regenerative properties that have been extensively investigated in domestic species. However, knowledge of their biological characteristics in wildlife species remains limited and is critical for advancing transl...

Xylem anatomical and hydraulic responses to light conditions guide regeneration management in tropical tree species

Light limits juvenile tree performance in tropical forests, yet we still lack anatomical criteria to predict hydraulic function across contrasting light environments. Understanding how xylem structure adjusts is essential for identifying hydraulic traits that indicate species wit...

Agro-Industrial Coproducts as Sustainable Substrates for Colorant Biosynthesis by Talaromyces sp.

Natural colorants derived from filamentous fungi have gained increasing attention as safe, sustainable, and bioactive alternatives to synthetic counterparts. This study evaluated the red colorant production by Talaromyces sp. under solid and static submerged culture conditions, f...

Behavior of surface contamination by Salmonella spp. on broiler carcasses during slaughter stages

Abstract Salmonella spp. is a globally relevant pathogen frequently associated with foodborne infections and poultry products. This study aimed to evaluate the occurrence and quantification of Salmonella spp. during different stages of the broiler slaughter process and to assess...

Effects of Dietary Microencapsulated Ctx(Ile21)-Ha on Egg Quality and Physiological Responses in Laying Hens Subjected to Heat Stress

This exploratory proof-of-concept study evaluated the physiological tolerability and performance of laying hens fed the microencapsulated antimicrobial peptide Ctx(Ile21)-Ha under severe heat stress (34.5 °C; THI = 85.3). Eighteen 40-week-old hens were evaluated in a 2 × 3 factor...

Growth and Overfishing Indicators Applied to the Protandrous Hermaphrodite Fat Snook ( Centropomus parallelus ) in the South Atlantic

ABSTRACT The fat snook Centropomus parallelus is a protandrous hermaphrodite teleost of artisanal and recreational value in the South Atlantic, vulnerable to fishing pressure and size‐selective gears. We evaluated exploitation status using size and age based overfishing indicator...

Reproducibility of the nordic musculoskeletal questionnaire in cardiac patients undergoing cardiovascular rehabilitation

Introduction Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of global mortality, while musculoskeletal comorbidities contribute to increased disability. Characterizing musculoskeletal limitations in cardiac patients undergoing cardiovascular rehabilitation is crucial for ensuring...

Efficacy and Pharmacokinetics of Guanidine Derivative LQOF-G2 in an In Vivo Leishmania (Viannia) braziliensis Model

Background/Objectives: Due to their toxicity and the limited efficacy of current therapies, Leishmaniases represent a major public health challenge. The search for new treatments is urgent. LQOF-G2 is a synthetic guanidine compound whose in vitro leishmanicidal potential has alre...

Carbon balance in the Brazilian tropical dairy farming system

The expected increase in the global population is projected to raise the demand for milk and dairy products by 2050, highlighting the need to improve production efficiency while mitigating environmental impacts. This study evaluated the carbon balance of Brazilian tropical dairy...

Intestinal permeability in allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation: A comprehensive review of measurement methods, clinical determinants and prognostic significance

The role of intestinal permeability in patients undergoing allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation remains unclear. This narrative review aimed to critically analyze the available evidence regarding the dynamics, predictors, and prognostic significance of intestinal pe...

Comparative genomics of Sympodiorosea identifies genome evolution mediated through selective pressure on the metabolic gene repertoire

Abstract Biological interactions involving host-associated fungi are driven by chemistry shaped over evolutionary time. For antagonistic fungi, specialization often involves acquiring genes for novel secretions—including proteins and specialized metabolites—that mediate nutrient...

Floral dynamics in the protandrous flowers of Bauhinia variegata (Fabaceae): phase-specific morphology, scent, and nectar production

Abstract Main conclusion Protandry in Bauhinia variegata is expressed through coordinated changes in floral morphology, scent composition, secretory activity, and nectar presentation, whereas petal reflectance remains stable; molecular docking further indicates that key phase-ass...

Genesis and properties of representative Ferralsols from the Brazilian Cerrado of Piauí

Abstract Ferralsols cover substantial areas in tropical regions, yet their pedogenesis on sedimentary rocks remains insufficiently understood. This study aimed to characterize the morphological, physical, chemical, and mineralogical properties of five representative sandy-texture...

Influence of osteoporosis on tissue repair promoted by different dental materials: an in vivo study in a rat model

Objectives: Osteoporosis is a prevalent metabolic disorder, and its impact on the biological response to dental materials is not fully understood. This study evaluated whether osteoporosis affects tissue repair promoted by MTA-Angelus (MTA) and an epoxy resin-based sealer contain...

Heat Transfer Enhancement in a Shell-and-Tube Type of Heat Exchanger Using Al2O3/Water Nanofluid

Abstract Shell-and-tube heat exchangers are widely used in industrial processes, but improving the shell-side heat transfer without causing excessive pressure losses remains a major engineering challenge. Numerical simulations provide an efficient approach for evaluating thermohy...