Universidade Federal de Lavras

Surface climate and cave morphology predict the distribution and behavior of the troglobitic spider Tisentnops mineiro (Araneae: Caponiidae)

Subterranean environments are often considered buffered from external environmental variation due to their stable temperature and humidity regimes. Nevertheless, caves remain closely connected to surface conditions, and both cave attributes and the surrounding landscape can influ...

A Geometric and Metric-Measure Framework for the Yang-Mills Mass Gap, Gribov-Zwanziger Horizon Regularization, and Confinement on Gauge Orbit Varieties

### A Geometric and Metric-Measure Framework for the Yang-Mills Mass Gap, Gribov-Zwanziger Horizon Regularization, and Confinement on Gauge Orbit Varieties **Author:** Reinaldo M. Silva-Filho **Affiliation:** Programa de Pós-Graduação em Estatística e Experimentação Agropecuária...

Beyond the Spectrum: The Complete Three-Volume Monograph on Functional Tensor Realizations, Metric Measure Geometry, and Higher Topological Invariants

This consolidated monograph unifies the complete three-part research program **Beyond the Spectrum** (Volumes I, II, and III), developing a non-perturbative mathematical architecture for continuous multilinear algebra, infinite-dimensional metric measure geometry, persistent homo...

A Geometric and Metric-Measure Framework for the Yang-Mills Mass Gap, Gribov-Zwanziger Horizon Regularization, and Confinement on Gauge Orbit Varieties

### A Geometric and Metric-Measure Framework for the Yang-Mills Mass Gap, Gribov-Zwanziger Horizon Regularization, and Confinement on Gauge Orbit Varieties **Author:** Reinaldo M. Silva-Filho **Affiliation:** PPGEEAA/DES, Universidade Federal de Lavras (UFLA), Lavras, MG, Brazil...

A Functorial Bridge from Continuous Tensor Manifolds to 4-Dimensional Spacetime Cobordisms

We resolve the open frontier in emergent spacetime by constructing an exact symmetric monoidal functor F:CTensMan→Cob3+1FieldsF:CTensMan→Cob3+1Fields linking the category of continuous tensor network manifolds to the category of 4-dimensional spacetime cobordisms endowed with qua...

Effect of the area on the performance of low impact development practices placed at catchment-scale under long-term simulation

Abstract Previous studies highlighted the effectiveness of Low Impact Development (LID) practices in reducing urban surface runoff, but their long-term performance at different implementation areas remains unclear. This study addresses this gap by simulating surface runoff reduct...

A Functorial Bridge from Continuous Tensor Manifolds to 4-Dimensional Spacetime Cobordisms

We resolve the open frontier in emergent spacetime by constructing an exact symmetric monoidal functor F:CTensMan→Cob3+1FieldsF:CTensMan→Cob3+1Fields linking the category of continuous tensor network manifolds to the category of 4-dimensional spacetime cobordisms endowed with qua...

Topological Origin of the Fermion Mass Hierarchy and the Koide Formula on Fractal Boundaries

Abstract: The empirical Koide formula accurately relates the charged lepton masses but lacks a foundational derivation. In this paper, we resolve this using the Unified Grand Synthesis framework. By modeling spacetime as a fractional Sierpinski tensor network, fermion flavor spac...

Modeling of the Accumulated Nitrogen Loss by Volatilization in Topdressing Fertilization in Corn Plants

ABSTRACT Corn cultivation is one of the most important in the world. Urea possesses a high concentration of nitrogen, which is very important to corn crops, is easily handled, and has a lower cost per kilogram of nitrogen, but it presents high losses of this nutrient through vola...

Neural-assisted in-motion self-heading alignment for marine vehicles

Autonomous platforms operating in the oceans require accurate navigation to successfully complete their missions. In this regard, the initial heading estimation accuracy and the time required to achieve it play a critical role. The initial heading is commonly estimated using mode...

Winter Wines as an Emerging Wine Category: Double Pruning, Human-Mediated Terroir and Market Perspectives

The global wine sector faces climatic instability, changing consumption patterns and demand for differentiated products linked to origin, authenticity and experience. In this context, winter wines can be conceptualized as an emerging and still-consolidating wine category based on...

Rhizosphere microbiome and calcium synergy drive suppression of Ceratocystis paradoxa in tropical coconut soils

Abstract Ceratocystis paradoxa is a polyphagous, soil-borne pathogen that threatens various crops worldwide. This study evaluated soil suppressiveness against C. paradoxa and identified key biotic and abiotic factors involved. Suppressiveness was assessed using banana peel baits,...

Variation in apparent wood density of Tachigali vulgaris as affected by tree diameter, height, forking, and soil conditions in Amazonian plantations

Abstract Tachigali vulgaris has potential for energy purposes in the Amazon, but the relationship between several silvicultural factors and wood quality requires further investigation. This study evaluated the variation in the apparent density of T. vulgaris wood in two pure plan...

Combination of Bauhinia monandra extract and laser acupuncture reduces carrageenan-induced paw edema

PURPOSE: To investigate the anti-inflammatory effect of the ethanolic extract of Bauhinia monandra Kurz (EEB) alone and combined with laser acupuncture (LA) in a carrageenan-induced paw edema model. METHODS: EEB was characterized using HPLC-HRMS and tested for cell viability and...

Single and MultipleInfestation by Coccoid Pests inCoffee Shape Plant Chemical Defenses and Interactions Across TrophicLevels

Abstract Crop plants are attacked by multiple pests, inducing metabolic changes that shape interactions across trophic levels and influence the effectiveness of biological control. We examined how infestation by the coccoids Coccus viridis (scales) and Planococcus citri (mealybug...

Apps used in cycling: Bridging user preferences and scientific evaluation — A cross-sectional survey with systematic review

Smartphone applications (apps) have been widely adopted by cyclists and sports professionals, facilitating the planning, monitoring, and analysis of training. However, some apps have been reported to underestimate key mechanical variables and present inconsistencies in physiologi...

Nanosilica increases tolerance to Cu toxicity in soybean seeds by reducing Cu uptake and improving nitrogen use efficiency

The treatment of soybean seeds with copper (Cu) can induce toxicity in seedlings depending on the applied dose and seed storage time after treatment. Silicon (Si) has the potential to mitigate Cu toxicity; however, the underlying mechanisms remain poorly understood. This study pr...

Reference gene selection for gene expression analysis in Coffea arabica L. under ABA and gibberellin treatments

Abstract Background Quantitative reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR) requires stable reference genes (RGs) to ensure accurate target gene normalization. Plant growth regulators like abscisic acid (ABA) and gibberellins (GA 3 ) play critical roles in plant re...