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O impacto da multimorbidade na capacidade de exercício de indivíduos com doença respiratória crônica: revisão sistemática e meta-análise
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-04-30)
Marinho, Maria de Fátima Duarte
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Mendes, Renata Gonçalves
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http://lattes.cnpq.br/9634590922242052
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https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4683-2657
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http://lattes.cnpq.br/7188540025188001
Chronic respiratory diseases (CRD) are frequently associated with multiple coexisting chronic conditions, characterizing multimorbidity. The presence of these conditions may worsen functional limitation and contribute to exercise intolerance, a key determinant of prognosis and quality of life in this population. However, the magnitude of the association between multimorbidity and exercise capacity in individuals with CRD remains unclear. This study aimed to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis of the association between multimorbidity and exercise capacity in individuals with CRD. METHODS: Searches were conducted in PubMed, Scopus, Embase, Web of Science, VHL, and CINAHL from inception to July 2025. Observational studies evaluating exercise capacity in individuals aged ≥18 years with CRD, with and without coexisting conditions, using laboratory or field-based tests were included. Methodological quality was assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute tools. Meta-analyses were performed when at least three studies reported comparable outcomes, using random-effects models. RESULTS: A total of 49 studies were included in the qualitative synthesis, comprising 28,972 participants, of which 26 were included in the quantitative synthesis. The overall meta-analysis showed that multimorbidity was associated with a reduction of approximately 42 m in the six-minute walk distance (6MWD) (mean difference: −42.0 m; 95% CI −55.6 to −28.5; p < 0.001; I² = 83%). Similar reductions were observed for metabolic (−45.5 m; 95% CI −74.0 to −17.2; p = 0.002), cardiovascular (−48.2 m; 95% CI −72.6 to −23.9; p < 0.001), and mental comorbidities (−29.5 m; 95% CI −54.9 to −4.2; p = 0.023), indicating a clinically meaningful impact. The certainty of evidence was rated as very low, mainly due to the observational design of the included studies, heterogeneity across results, and risk of bias. CONCLUSIONS: Multimorbidity is associated with reduced exercise capacity in individuals with CRD, although the certainty of evidence is limited. These findings highlight the importance of considering coexisting chronic conditions in the assessment and clinical management of these patients.
Salas de leitura como ecossistemas de inovação: a gestão da Informação e do conhecimento e o papel do professor articulador na era digital
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-04-30)
Mella, Ailton Luiz de
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Faria, Leandro Innocentini Lopes de
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/0767710394930118
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https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8369-1315
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Hoffmann, Wanda Aparecida Machado
This research employs a critical-interpretive perspective to analyze "Reading Rooms" within the São Paulo state school system as innovation ecosystems. Drawing upon the theoretical frameworks of information management and information literacy, the study examines the pivotal role of the Articulating Professor in the digital age. The primary objective is to discuss the extent to which these environments and professionals can integrate public policies, digital technologies, collections, and pedagogical practices to foster student authorship and digital citizenship. Methodologically, the study adopts a qualitative, bibliographic approach based on a systematic literature review spanning the years 2015 to 2025. This is complemented by a documentary analysis of national and state-level regulatory theoretical frameworks concerning school libraries and Reading Rooms. The research corpus was assembled through comprehensive searches in national and international databases, followed by rigorous screening, eligibility assessment, and thematic content analysis. The findings demonstrate, first, that Reading Rooms have solidified their position as strategic hubs for mediation and the democratization of information access, despite being hindered by disparities in infrastructure, teacher training, and curricular integration. Second, the results indicate that the mere presence of digital technologies does not inherently guarantee pedagogical innovation; success depends on informational curation, the systematic documentation of practices, the sharing of experiences, and the institutionalization of routines for producing pedagogical knowledge. Third, the study reveals that the Articulating Professor tends to assume leadership in Information and Knowledge Management processes within the school, although frequently without sufficient institutional support or robust continued education policies. As a theoretical-analytical synthesis, the research proposes the Integrated Knowledge Management Model for Reading Rooms (MIGCSL). This framework organizes axes, processes, roles, and indicators to guide future diagnostics, planning, and research on these environments as ecosystems of educational innovation. The study concludes that strengthening Reading Rooms as informational and learning ecosystems requires the alignment of legal theoretical frameworks, infrastructure investment, the professional valuation of the Articulating Professor, and Knowledge Management strategies focused on equity and quality in basic education.
A relação com o Saber do diretor escolar e os sentidos do aprender na escola
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-04-30)
Ramos, Renata Pierini
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Luiz, Maria Cecília
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/7425361719028650
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https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5140-2753
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/4528409057319230
This study aims to analyze what knowledge, from the perspective of school principals, is mobilized and how it guides their decisions and practices in monitoring teaching processes, considering the multiple administrative, political, and pedagogical demands that strain the exercise of their role. The research, exploratory in nature and with a qualitative approach, was developed as a case study in a Municipal Education Department in a city in the interior of the State of São Paulo. The investigation sought to understand what knowledge is mobilized by school principals and how this knowledge guides their decisions and practices, as a relevant part of pedagogical management, in monitoring teaching processes, considering the multiple administrative, political, and pedagogical demands that strain the exercise of their role in the daily school routine. The hypothesis was that the multiple demands placed on school administrators limit the systematic monitoring of the teaching process, which is not a priority, favoring the prevalence of practical knowledge, from the perspective of the Relationship with Knowledge, such as participation in class/year council meetings and the analysis of indicators from large-scale assessments, to the detriment of continuous monitoring. The methodological procedures adopted included document analysis and focus groups. The research was also supported by a mapping of academic productions on school management and teaching, contributing to the construction of the theoretical framework and to the understanding of the state of knowledge on the investigated theme. The data were organized into constellations based on Charlot's theory: (1) Epistemic Dimension: of possession, mastery and self-constitution; (2) Social Dimension: of the social being – my place of speech; and (3) Identity Dimension: of the being that I am – the identity of the subject. The analysis of these dimensions made it possible to understand the knowledge mobilized by the director in pedagogical management, expressed in direct and indirect interventions in the teaching processes. The results show that, although not systematically, the professionals investigated demonstrate commitment to creating favorable conditions for achieving the school's educational objectives. This finding is partly related to the hierarchical structure of the management team promoted by the investigated Department of Education, which favors the distribution of responsibilities and reduces possible gaps in monitoring learning. In light of the Relationship with Knowledge (RcS), it was found that the knowledge mobilized by the managers goes beyond technical skills, involving conceptions of education, professional trajectories, belonging, and positions regarding the concrete working conditions. Thus, pedagogical leadership is built not only by complying with legal prescriptions, but also by the daily construction of meanings and practices focused on the centrality of the teaching and learning process. This research reinforces findings already established in the literature on school management, highlighting that Brazilian school principals face feelings of isolation and intense bureaucratic overload. Furthermore, it indicates that the principal's desire and willingness to monitor learning processes are decisive factors for this monitoring to occur consistently and meaningfully.
O trabalhador 60+: um estudo sobre vivências e experiências relacionadas ao trabalho em uma universidade federal
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-04-30)
Ramirez, Tiago Bruno
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Assis, Karina Gomes de
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/4058077286734344
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/1204663068663092
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Rachid, Alessandra
This dissertation, titled “Workers Aged 60 and Over: A Study of Work-Related Experiences at a Federal University,” investigates aging in the workplace within the context of a federal institution of higher education, in an environment marked by organizational and technological changes. The study aimed to understand the perceptions, experiences, and challenges faced by technical and administrative staff in education (TAEs) aged 60 or older who are currently employed at the Federal University of Mato Grosso (UFMT), as well as to develop a technological tool designed to promote quality of life at work and support preparation for retirement. This is a qualitative study based on semi-structured interviews with nine TAEs, aged between 59 and 74, representing different occupational profiles, with long institutional careers and varying relationships to retirement. The results were organized into two complementary analytical levels: a thematic axis, structured around the dimensions of the interview guide, and a cross-cutting axis, focused on identifying patterns, tensions, and dynamics that permeate the participants’ daily work lives. The findings indicate a strong sense of belonging and identification with work at UFMT, coexisting with experiences of burnout, institutional pressures, and changes in interpersonal relationships. The digitization of work emerges as an ambivalent experience, perceived simultaneously as a factor in the modernization of routines and as a source of pressure, associated with the need for continuous updating, job insecurity, and the acceleration of work. We also observe an intensification of activities resulting from increased bureaucratization, control, and deadline-related demands, with repercussions on workers’ overload and burnout. The cross-sectional analysis shows that training is perceived as a structural need and that the discontinuity of institutional support measures undermines the processes of adaptation, recognition, and engagement. The results indicate that the experiences of TAEs aged 60 and older at UFMT cannot be explained exclusively by individual or age-related factors, but must be understood in light of the organizational transformations that are reshaping the criteria for valuation, recognition, and job retention in the university context. As a contribution, this study offers an in-depth analysis of the work experiences of TAEs aged 60+ at a federal public university and provides a basis for proposing a technological intervention tool aligned with the needs identified among the study’s participants.
Análise comparativa dos frameworks de certificação no setor mineral: uma revisão sistemática dos indicadores de sustentabilidade
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-04-30)
Vilas Boas, Marcela Poletto
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Faria, Luiz Carlos de
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/2656343277991754
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https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1157-3528
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Tonello, Kelly Cristina
Mining is an ancient activity essential for economic development, but its environmental and social impacts require the implementation of sustainable practices. This project aims to comparatively analyze global voluntary certification frameworks in the mining sector, focusing on the sustainability indicators adopted by certified mining companies. The goal of the research is to examine the indicators of certification standards adopted in mining and the methods used. The research, of a qualitativa nature, will be conducted through a comprehensive literature review and analysis of public audit and sustainability reports from major mining companies, such as Vale, AngloAmerican, among others. Indicators such as water consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, biodiversity impact, and worker health and safety will be compared with criteria established by frameworks like the Initiative for Responsible Mining Assurance (IRMA), the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM), and the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI). Expected results include a detailed understanding of the effectiveness of the frameworks, gaps in the indicators, and proposals for improving sustainable practices in the sector. This study could serve as a guide for companies and certifiers, promoting greater environmental and social responsibility in the mining sector.
A mulher do fim do mundo e histórias não contadas de resistência na universidade
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-04-30)
Amorim, Aretha
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Mello, Maria Aparecida
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http://lattes.cnpq.br/8338726751746542
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http://lattes.cnpq.br/5926069013543595
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Fernandes, Jarina Rodrigues
This study aims to contribute to the understanding of the study activity of female university students at the Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar), investigating their forms of organization and the meanings produced throughout their academic trajectories. The research recognizes the student as a socially and culturally active subject, whose socio-historical experiences and activities concurrent with studying shape her Social Situation of Development. The discussion encompasses gender inequality within higher education and draws parallels with emancipatory educational practices aimed at social transformation. Methodologically, semi-structured interviews were conducted with undergraduate students from various programs, focusing on Indigenous women, Black and Pardo women, mothers, and LBT+ individuals. The study is grounded in Historical-Cultural Theory, articulating concepts such as study activity, gender, labor, and mediation. The analysis reveals the impacts of material contradictions on the lives of these university women, highlighting difficulties such as the absence of support networks and the confrontation of stereotypes. The results demonstrate that student persistence is mediated by affirmative policies and collective networks, evidencing the need for specific educational policies focused on gender equality and the recognition of female pluralities within the academic environment
Ocorrência de microplásticos em águas subterrâneas e riscos para consumo humano: do conhecimento global ao cenário do Sistema Aquífero Guarani
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-05-04)
Soares, Alexandra Savio
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Borges, Bárbara Rani
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/4513384843596744
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Rocha, Odete
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/7577441794992601
Groundwater contributes approximately half of the global domestic water supply, yet the risks of microplastic (MP) contamination in this resource remain poorly understood. This study investigated the characteristics, occurrence, and ecological and human health risks associated with MPs in groundwater intended for human consumption, with emphasis on the Guarani Aquifer System (GAS) in Ribeirão Preto (SP, Brazil). A systematic review of 34 studies (2019–2025) revealed MP concentrations in global aquifers ranging from 0.0003 to 2103 particles/L, with predominance of particles <100 µm, fragments and fibers, and of the polymers polypropylene, polyethylene, and polystyrene. The application of integrated risk indices showed that 69% of the sites presented elevated PLI (Pollution Load Index) levels, 40% high polymeric risk H (Polymer Hazard Index), and 86% extreme PRI (Pollution Risk Index). The estimated daily intake of MPs based on quantity (EDIq) reached 140.2 particles/kg/day for children and 60.09 for adults, evidencing higher child vulnerability. Field investigations in two GAS recharge areas, namely Lagoas do Saibro and Recreio Internacional, revealed mean MP abundances of 20.02 and 7.03 particles/L, respectively, with predominance of fibers and transparent particles <100 µm. The higher concentration recorded at Lagoa do Saibro, compared to Lagoa Recreio, was associated with a 4.7-fold higher population density in the surrounding area of the former. Water samples from tubular wells presented abundances ranging from 0.61 to 3.19 particles/L, a mean of 12 particles/L in public drinking fountains, and 0.67 particles/L in bottled water. Polymeric analysis confirmed predominance of PP, PET, and PE, and the estimated daily intake values were higher for children (up to 2.04 particles/kg/day) than for adults (up to 0.53 particles/kg/day). The research concludes that microplastic (MP) contamination in supply aquifers is spatially heterogeneous, influenced by anthropogenic activities, hydrogeology, and land use. Integrated indices proved more effective than simple MP abundance assessment. Although treatment systems reduce MPs in most cases, sporadic increases indicate particle release from polymeric infrastructures. The study provides unprecedented evidence of MP contamination in groundwater within the Guarani Aquifer System (GAS) area, highlighting the need for standardized monitoring, integrated risk assessment, and protection of groundwater resources.
Mulheres na luta pela terra: visibilidade e construção do território no Assentamento Horto Bela Vista em Iperó/SP
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-05-04)
Souza, Leticia Lauane de
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Mariano, Neusa de Fátima
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/5003743301847104
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https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3472-7158
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/8472989391950981
The struggle for land in Brazil constitutes a historical process marked by territorial disputes, inequalities, and the organization of social movements that seek the right to remain in rural areas. In this context, women have played a crucial role, although they are often made invisible. this dissertation aims to understand how women establish themselves as constituent agents of the territory in the struggle for land, focusing on the Horto Bela Vista Settlement, located in Iperó/SP. The research is based on the understanding that the struggle for land in Brazil is marked by intense land tenure inequalities and intersected by power relations in which gender plays a central role. The methodology articulates archival research, fieldwork, and interviews with women from the settlement. Anchored in the theoretical framework of Agrarian Geography and gender studies, the collected data highlights that, although historically marginalized, women play a fundamental role in the constitution and maintenance of conquered territories, acting politically from the initial encampments to the consolidation of the settlement. The analysis of oral narratives reveals that gender relations in the countryside are still permeated by patriarchal structures, which are nonetheless being challenged by women's everyday practices and resistance. Thus, this research contributes to the debate on territory and the role of women in the struggle for land, highlighting their centrality in this process.
Avaliação Node-Place do sistema de transporte público metroviário da cidade de São Paulo
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-05-05)
Rodrigues, Thiago Teiji Sato Velasco
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Guerreiro, Thais de Cassia Martinelli
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http://lattes.cnpq.br/2650555786682535
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https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5795-8875
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http://lattes.cnpq.br/2984130547680148
The metro system of São Paulo city is considered essential for urban mobility in the São Paulo metropolitan area and, given the daily volume of riders, the relationship between the system's access points and the urban space where it is inserted becomes an important element for urban planning and a driver of public policies. This study applies the Node-Place methodology, with adaptations, to evaluate the metro stations of São Paulo's urban rail system according to their connectivity with the public transport network, their functionality within the urban space, and their accessibility via different active transport modes. The results were also analyzed in relation to the sociodemographic profile of the population surrounding the areas of each station. The research is structured based on a bibliographic and bibliometric review that identifies the main indicators used in similar studies, which are organized into three categories: Node (connectivity), Place (land use), and Active Mobility (accessibility via active modes). An adaptation of the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) was applied to weight the indicators based on their frequency in the literature and to calculate final scores for each category. Data were collected from official sources and analyzed using geoprocessing techniques, allowing for the analysis of all stations in the city’s metro network. Preliminary results reveal spatial inequalities among the stations, with higher performance in those located in central areas of the city, such as Sé, República, and Anhangabaú stations, which showed a high level of connectivity, diverse land use, and favorable conditions for active mobility, alongside a concentration of high-income and working age population. On the other hand, stations located at the edges of the network, such as Capão Redondo, Vila Sônia, and Campo Limpo, performed lower and presented a surrounding population more dependent on the quality of public transport infrastructure, including children, elderly and women, highlighting challenges in urban integration and the redevelopment potential of these areas. The methodology applied to the São Paulo context enables the identification of opportunities for intervention and territorial improvement, contributing to the strengthening of the public transport system and to more equitable, efficient urban planning aligned with the principles of Transit-Oriented Development (TOD).
Photodynamic action of Pd(II)/porphyrin complexes against melanoma cells
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-05-05)
Moraes, Edynara Cruz de
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Mello, Marcos Vinícius Palmeira de
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Silva, Lívia do Carmo
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Curcio, Juliana Santana De
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Graça, Alex Marchezini
Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is an emerging strategy for cancer treatment and represents a promising approach for melanoma, one of the most aggressive and therapy-resistant forms of skin cancer. In this study, meso-tetra(4-pyridyl)porphyrin complexes coordinated with palladium(II)/diphosphine ligands (Porf@dppe, Porf@dppp, Porf@dppb, and Porf@dppf; dppe = 1,2-bis(diphenylphosphino)ethane, dppp = 1,3-bis(diphenylphosphino) propane, dppb = 1,4-bis(diphenylphosphino)butane, and dppf = 1,1′-bis(diphenylphosphino)ferrocene), previously shown to display favorable lipophilicity and efficient singlet oxygen production, were evaluated againsthuman (A375) and murine (B16–F10) melanoma cells, as well as non-cancerous keratinocytes (HaCaT). Cytotoxicity measured after a 90 min incubation period yielded dark IC50 values between 0.6 and 8.6 μM, whereas light irradiation (λ = 415 nm, 1.8 J cm􀀀 2, 36 mW cm􀀀 2) resulted in markedly lower IC50 values in the nanomolar range (2–27 nM). Irradiation increased intracellular ROS levels, induced morphological alterations in A375 cells, inhibited long-term proliferation, and reduced cell migration, particularly for Porf@dppb and Porf@dppf. The highest cytotoxicity was observed for Porf@dppf, likely due to the redox-active ferrocene unit promoting Fentontype reactions and enhanced hydroxyl radical formation. Electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) spin-trapping experiments confirmed light-induced generation of hydroxyl radicals and superoxide anion, with significantly higher hydroxyl radical production observed for Porf@dppf. The photodynamic activity of these complexes is attributed to efficient ROS production involving simultaneous contributions from both Type I and Type II mechanisms. Moderate binding to bovine serum albumin suggests possible albumin-mediated plasma transport. Overall, palladium(II)/diphosphine porphyrin complexes emerge as promising photosensitizers for melanoma photodynamic therapy.
Estrutura da metacomunidade de peixes em riachos urbanizados na Bacia do Rio Sorocaba
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-05-05)
Silva, Guilherme Raphael Camargo Arcanjo
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Cetra, Maurício
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/6775493342513120
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/5205087039793385
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https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0540-1228
Urbanization acts as a restrictive environmental filter that disrupts aquatic biodiversity through the "Urban Stream Syndrome." This study investigated the fish metacommunity structure in 18 urban streams in Sorocaba, SE Brazil, to determine whether community assembly is driven by environmental selection (species sorting) or spatial processes. We applied the Elements of Metacommunity Structure (EEM) framework, beta diversity decomposition (Baselga and Podani methods), and Asymmetric Eigenvector Maps (AEM) to model directional dispersal. A total of 2,246 individuals from 18 species were collected. EEM analysis revealed a Quasi-Clementsian pattern, characterized by significant positive coherence and high boundary clumping, indicating that species groups replace one another along a latent gradient of Physical Habitat Index (PHI). Beta diversity decomposition via the Podani method showed that richness difference (59.2%) outweighed replacement (40.7%), signaling a severe nestedness-like faunal impoverishment. Partial Redundancy Analysis (pRDA) confirmed that the environmental fraction (PHI) significantly explained community variation, while the pure spatial component (AEM) was non-significant. These results demonstrate that local habitat degradation specifically loss of canopy cover and substrate homogenization overrides regional dispersal in shaping urban fish assemblages. Sensitive species are eliminated without replacement by specialists, leaving "niche vacancies" occupied by tolerant generalists like Phalloceros harpagos. Conservation efforts must prioritize the restoration of riparian zones and instream morphological complexity over simple hydrological connectivity to mitigate biotic homogenization in tropical urban landscapes.
Desvios moderados para o passeio aleatório minimal
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-05-06)
Menezes, Kelly Melo de
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Gava, Renato Jacob
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/0494315910583969
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https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4157-425X
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/2466031040137797
This dissertation investigates the asymptotic behavior of the minimal random walk (MRW), a non-Markovian stochastic model characterized by long-range memory. The dynamics of the process follow an evolution rule in which, at each step, a past time instant is chosen uniformly at random, and the walker replicates the action taken at that moment (either moving or remaining stationary). We demonstrate how the memory parameter α governs the macroscopic behavior of the process, determining the influence of the past trajectory on the probability of future movements. To analyze such behaviors, we establish a formal connection between the MRW and Pólya urn schemes, enabling the application of the spectral theory of substitution matrices to prove limit theorems. We show that for α < 1/2, the process lies in the diffusive regime, converging to a Gaussian process with dependent increments. At the critical point α = 1/2, the memory becomes asymptotically irrelevant, and the process converges to standard Brownian motion. In the superdiffusive regime (α > 1/2), the memory dominates the evolution, and convergence occurs toward a unique non-Gaussian random variable. Additionally, we analyze the “laziest” walk case (q = 0), in which the classical strong law of large numbers fails, and the process converges to a random limit with a Mittag-Leffler distribution. The main original contribution of this work is the proof of a moderate deviations principle (MDP) for the MRW in the diffusive regime (α < 1/2). Employing martingale theory, we determine the rate function that characterizes the probability of such deviations and their respective rate of convergence. This result fills a fundamental gap between typical fluctuations, described by the central limit theorem, and extreme events, described by large deviations theory, providing a rigorous and complete characterization of the model’s fluctuations.
Avaliação de língua inglesa nos anos iniciais do ensino fundamental: contribuições da prática de professores em serviço
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-05-07)
Oliveira, Thiago Alcebíades
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Paula, Sandra Regina Buttros Gattolin de
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/9228036521343293
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https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5453-3510
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/2931688244558621
Despite the growing body of research in the field of language education with children, studies on assessment in this context tend to emerge largely from issues and needs identified in teaching practice (Quevedo-Camargo and Tonelli, 2024). In that regard, this research aims at analyzing assessment practices of English language teachers in the early years of elementary education in the municipal school system of Ribeirão Preto/SP regarding Assessment for Learning (AfL) (Earl, 2003), language education with children (Rocha, 2008; Santos, 2011; Tonelli, 2023), and language assessment literacy (Scaramucci, 2006; Quevedo-Camargo, 2020) principles. This is an interpretivist qualitative study, with data generated through interviews and questionnaires with in-service teachers. The results indicate that assessment practices are organized based on the continuous observation of students’ participation, engagement, and productions, integrating into everyday pedagogical practice. Such practices show approximations with AfL, especially in monitoring the process, although in a non-systematized manner and mediated by institutional conditions. Assessment literacy proves to be heterogeneous, constructed through experience and marked by the coexistence of different conceptions of assessment. It is concluded that assessment is configured as a situated process, shaped by contextual and formative demands.
Softwares de automatização de processos em BIM: uma análise de usos, linguagens e interoperabilidade
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-05-07)
Macedo, Gabriel da Silva
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Bueno, Cristiane
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http://lattes.cnpq.br/2049901634471620
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http://lattes.cnpq.br/0685313171329135
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Fabrício, Marcio Minto
BIM is a way of conceptualizing the built environment in a holistic manner, improving all processes throughout the building lifecycle. However, the BIM modeling process is highly complex due to the large amount of information incorporated into the model. To increase efficiency and reduce errors in this process, it is common to develop routines and plugins that automate BIM modeling tasks. These automation tools, however, often do not follow standards that enable a high level of interoperability among them. Therefore, this study aims to analyze how BIM software described in the literature is developed for process automation, enabling the identification of intersections and incompatibilities, as well as the potential and limitations of implementing such software within BIM technologies. To this end, a systematic literature review was conducted, followed by a content analysis of 83 articles. The results indicate that the most interoperable software are those without a strictly defined general-purpose use, that is, those designed to address specific model-domain applications. Additionally, there is a noticeable trend in the adoption of programming languages based on their ease of use and their suitability for particular stages of the building lifecycle. Thus, it can be concluded that there is significant potential in the use of such software, and that interoperability can be enhanced through the standardization of their development processes.
Planejamento urbano em cidades pequenas e o potencial do associativismo intermunicipal: Um estudo da microrregiao da Baixa Mogiana (MG)
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-05-08)
Reis, Daiane
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Gonçalves, Luciana Márcia
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http://lattes.cnpq.br/9491069760631962
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https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8206-239X
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http://lattes.cnpq.br/2698395270427446
The present study analyzes urban planning in small cities, focusing empirically on the 17 municipalities that comprise the Baixa Mogiana Microregion, in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. The research investigates the urban planning instruments used in these territories, as well as the challenges associated with the legal and institutional structure of urban policies and the technical weaknesses that influence planning, management, and territorial organization processes. At the same time, it seeks to identify the potentialities present in small urban centers, which are often characterized by institutional limitations. Based on a combination of a literature review, a technical and institutional assessment of the municipalities, an analysis of current urban legislation, the collection of territorial and demographic data, and interviews with municipal public managers and representatives of AMOG, the study discusses the role of intermunicipal associativism as a strategy for strengthening the institutional and technical capacity for urban planning in small cities. In this context, cooperation among municipalities is analyzed as a mechanism capable of supporting the formulation and implementation of urban policies and contributing to the development of more balanced, equitable, and sustainable territories. The results demonstrate that urban planning in small cities faces limitations that extend beyond the mere existence of legal instruments. The study identified incomplete or outdated urban legislation, limited technical and financial capacity within municipal administrations, low levels of social participation, difficulties in managing rural areas, and recurrent interference of political and personal relationships in technical decision-making, undermining the continuity and effectiveness of urban policies. It is concluded that strengthening urban planning in small cities depends on the consolidation of institutional capacities, the technical qualification of municipal administrations, and regional cooperation. In this context, intermunicipal associativism demonstrates potential to expand management capacity through the sharing of technical teams, the training of public servants, the standardization of procedures, and support for the development and implementation of urban policies suited to the specific characteristics of these territories.
Desenvolvimento e caracterização de filmes de celulose bacteriana modificados com MXene para aplicações em embalagens de alimentos
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-05-08)
Macedo, João Victor Carpinelli
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Facure, Murilo Henrique Moreira
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http://lattes.cnpq.br/4173216607463824
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https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0858-0364
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Azeredo, Henriette Monteiro Cordeiro
Bacterial cellulose (BC) is a polysaccharide that has gained prominence in the development of food packaging materials, helping to reduce dependence on fossil-based materials. Among the various desirable characteristics for such applications are its non-toxicity, biodegradability, potential to be obtained with a high degree of purity, and its three-dimensional nanofibrillar structure, which provides a high surface area and excellent mechanical properties. In this study, BC membranes were modified through impregnation with MXene (titanium carbide Ti₃C₂Tₓ) in order to improve properties such as tensile strength, hydrophobicity, and water permeability, as well as to confer antioxidant activity and ultraviolet (UV) radiation shielding. MXenes are two-dimensional (2D) materials in which layers composed of a transition metal are intercalated with carbon and/or nitrogen layers. These nanomaterials stand out due to their high electrical conductivity, large surface area, surface functional groups, and excellent interaction capability with polymeric matrices. The effect of MXene was evaluated both in the presence and absence of a plasticizer (glycerol), varying the number of membrane immersions in aqueous dispersions. The obtained films were characterized regarding their morphology and their mechanical, optical, and chemical properties. After MXene incorporation, an increase in UV radiation blocking was observed, exceeding 80% in the UVA region and 90% in the UVB and UVC ranges. Furthermore, the use of MXene also resulted in enhanced antioxidant activity and electrical conductivity. Scanning electron microscopy images suggested that MXene incorporation occurred mainly on the surface of the BC membrane, explaining the less significant changes observed in the other analyzed properties. The addition of the plasticizer resulted in a more flexible and translucent material. However, the presence of glycerol made BC more permeable to water, less opaque, and less resistant to high temperatures. Regarding mechanical resistance, the presence of glycerol reduced the tensile strength limit and increased the elongation at break of the membranes. Improvements in tensile and mechanical properties were also observed after MXene incorporation, with a maximum increase in the elastic modulus of approximately 570%.
Detecção de árvores individuais e cubagem de Pinus elliottii utilizando LiDAR UAV e MLS
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-05-13)
Boggiani, Fernando Santos
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Reis, Cristiano Rodrigues
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/0033061087532936
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https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5584-613X
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Thiersch, Cláudio Roberto
This study aimed to evaluate, improve, and validate computational methodological approaches based on LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) point clouds embedded in mobile and aerial devices to stimate dendrometric parameters in Pinus elliottii stands. The dissertation is divided into two chapters. The first evaluated the performance of Individual Tree Detection (ITD) algorithms using UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) LiDAR data, contrasting a methodology based on point cloud Cross-Sectioning (STAD) with clustering via the DBSCAN (Density Based Spatial Clustering of Applications with Noise) algorithm against traditional canopy based counting methods. The STAD method achieved the lowest RMSE (8.43% in circular plots and 11.11% in rectangular plots) by focusing on the stem section below the crowns. The second chapter addressed non-destructive stem profiling using MLS (Mobile Laser Scanning) LiDAR. The traditional destructive stem profiling method using a caliper was compared with two methods of diameter collection from the LiDAR point cloud: the first, based on Cross Sectioning and Contours by Angular Classes (STAC) in the R language, evaluating different metrics and angular classes; and the second, processed in the CloudCompare software using the 3Dfin plugin. The STAC method parameterization (72 angular classes and minimum point metric) obtained the highest accuracy (RMSE of 5.94% and BIAS of 2.5%). It is concluded that the STAD method overcomes the limitations of classic canopy-centered algorithms, while the STAC routine proves operational viability and greater adherence to the contour of each stem section compared to the traditional method and algorithms consolidated in the literature.
Percepção e adaptação climática na cafeicultura
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-05-13)
Ferreira , Caroline Alves
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Gallo , Anderson de Souza
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Magalhães , Leonardo Pinto de
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http://lattes.cnpq.br/2414115508284005
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http://lattes.cnpq.br/8771305776391428
Coffee farming holds great socioeconomic importance in Brazil, the world's leading producer. In southern Minas Gerais, production is predominantly driven by family farmers who face challenges due to climate change. Shifts in weather patterns and temperatures have impacted coffee productivity and quality, necessitating the adoption of adaptation strategies. In this context, this study aims to analyze how climate change is perceived by coffee farmers and to investigate adaptation strategies and factors associated with the resilience of coffee agroecosystems. The first chapter presents a systematic literature review, conducted according to the PRISMA protocol, identifying key methodological approaches used in studies on climate perception in global coffee farming, as well as adaptation strategies and territorial factors influencing farmers' perceptions. The second chapter details a study conducted with coffee farmers affiliated with the Cooperative of Family Farmers of Poço Fundo and Region (COOPFAM) in southern Minas Gerais; it analyzes perceptions regarding the impacts of climate change on production, identifies adaptation strategies, and examines factors contributing to the strengthening of climate resilience in the region. Results from the systematic review indicate that territorial factors, production systems, and socioeconomic conditions directly influence how coffee farmers perceive and respond to climate events. The study with COOPFAM farmers found that key adaptive strategies include crop shading, production diversification, the adoption of new cultivars, and ecological soil management. Integrating farmers' local knowledge with environmental monitoring tools proved significant for understanding the resilience of coffee agroecosystems in the face of climate change, thereby contributing to the development of adaptation strategies better suited to the realities of family farming.
Discursos docentes reveladores de concepções normatizadoras do corpo criança
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-05-14)
Machado, Adrielli Silva Bielssa
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Lombardi, Lucia Maria Salgado dos Santos
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/5697508831302188
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https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6978-864X
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https://lattes.cnpq.br/0761922542335614
This undergraduate thesis aims to investigate the impacts that teaching discourses permeated by disciplinary and normative conceptions have on the child's body. It sought to answer the following research question: "How do teaching discourses, permeated by disciplinary and normative conceptions and by power relations, impact the child's body in the school context?". To this end, based on Foucault's theoretical framework, Garanhani's concept of the child's body, and Lira's concept of the child's body versus the student's body, through qualitative, bibliographical and narrative research on lived experiences, the study sought to reflect on the transition of violence and oppression of bodies (which were previously aimed at the physical body and have become subtle, constraining and offending without leaving visible marks) aimed at the "formation" of children who meet adult expectations, and to understand that this process is not neutral. Given that different issues emerged from the pedagogical scenes, this work discusses the silencing of children's voices and bodies; the importance of their participation and movement in learning processes; ableism, authoritarianism, and exclusion in relationships with children; discourses of crisis, disbelief, and hopelessness in childhood; the need to transform the conception of utility and productivity; and the importance of hope. Finally, the results indicate that aggressive, normative, and oppressive teaching discourses produce effects such as: silencing children; docility and control; reinforcement of hierarchies and inequalities; naturalization of symbolic violence; production of feelings of inadequacy, shame, or inferiority; and limitation of children's possibilities for expression, creation, and participation—phenomena that compromise their well-being and the construction of a democratic, inclusive education sensitive to the multiple ways of being and existing in childhood. Even with the numerous transformations already implemented in education, struggles and resistance are still necessary for the school to cease being a home of "adult-centric clichés" and become a place of acceptance, critical and loving learning, enabling social transformation.
Plantio de restauração, sob domínio de Mata Atlântica, em uma área afetada por fogo.
(Universidade Federal de São Carlos, 2026-05-14)
Albino, Dirlane Maria
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Valente, Roberta Averna
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http://lattes.cnpq.br/1582627535733911
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https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7273-7042
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http://lattes.cnpq.br/3165266567315996
Forest fires, particularly when frequent and intense, lead to the combustion of organic matter, the release of carbon stocks, and an imbalance in soil properties, thereby impacting the ecosystem's functionality. As in other biomes, the Atlantic Forest, too, sees the rise in global average temperature resulting from climate change act as a catalyst for new fires, feeding back into the process. Given this increasingly frequent scenario, this chapter aimed to assess the impacts of a 2024 fire on the parameters of phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, pH, organic matter, total organic carbon, cation exchange capacity, and soil density. The assessment was carried out in a Legal Reserve area located in the city of Salto de Pirapora, in the state of São Paulo, and soil samples were collected between eight and twelve months after the fire. The area was divided into three sample plots, considering the impact of the fire: a completely burnt area, a partially affected area, and an undamaged area that was not burnt and used as a control. The results showed that three of the nine parameters assessed showed statistically significant increases between the completely burnt area and the control area: potassium, phosphorus, and pH. The absence of variations in the other physico-chemical parameters suggests that the fire was superficial and indicates high resilience of the soil assessed. In this regard, despite the immediate impacts typically observed after burning organic matter, the soil demonstrated a high capacity for recovery even without specific management. This result reinforces the importance of continuous monitoring for assessing local ecological resilience and for better defining strategies for environmental recovery in areas impacted by fires.