Description of the Tadpole of \u3cem\u3eAtelopus tricolor\u3c/em\u3e

Tadpoles of Atelopus belong to the gastromyzophorous guild of exotrophic larvae (Altig and Johnston, 1989), and are characterized by the presence of a conspicuous abdominal sucker and an expanded oral disc. The larvae of several Atelopus species have been described previously: A. varius (Starrett, 1967); A. certus, A. ignescens, and A. spumarius (Duellman and Lynch, 1969); A. cruciger (Mebs, 1980); A. flavescens (Lescure, 1981); A. peruensis (Gray and Cannatella, 1985); and A. subornatus (Lynch, 1986). These represent about 15% of the known species in the genus (Frost, 1985; Duellman, 1993). Although Atelopus tricolor was originally described at the beginning of the century (Boulenger, 1902), it is a poorly known species. It has been reported from only a few localities from southern Peru (type locality: Marcapata Valley, Departamento Cuzco), to Departamento Cochabamba, Bolivia (Fugler, 1984; De la Riva, 1990; Reynolds and Foster, 1992), at elevations of 600-2100 m (Duellman, 1979). Herein we characterize and illustrate the tadpole of Ate/opus tricolor

Efficacy and safety of trabeculectomy vs nonpenetrating surgical procedures: a systematic review and meta-analysis

To date, only a few studies have directly compared nonpenetrating surgery (NPS) and trabeculectomy (TE). Therefore, there is no strong evidence as to which surgical technique leads to the best results in terms of ocular hypotensive effect and safety

The Problem of Prickling on Fabrics of South American Camelids Fibers: Possible Approaches for Mechanical Solutions

In this minireview it is to analyze the physical attributes that determine the comfort of fabrics made of South American Camelid fibers (Lama and Alpaca), discuss the effect on their textile value and evaluate an possible approache on their possible mechanical solutions. Taking the distribution of all fibers do not respond to a normal distribution, but the different fiber types identified by the type of medulla, they do respond to a normal distribution. While emphasis has always been on mean fiber diameter, the fiber frequency exceeding 30 microns (objectionable fibres) has a key role in quality. This is essential for light fabrics, where the effect of prickle plays a critical part in consumer´s choice. Dehairing, as a mechanical way, provides an immediate solution, though excessive fiber breakage should be addressed. It is concluded that the textile fiber quality of South American Camelids is promissory if the presence of objectionable fibers is solved, resulting in a tolerable frequency for consumers (<3%). This implies a true paradigm shift with regard to the classic textile processing of Alpaca and Lama fibers (from worsted to woolen system). This would enhance the fiber softness to touch, together with other important features that would render the fiber price more competitive

Reassessment of the NF1 Variants of Unknown Significance Found During the 20-Year Activity of a Genetics Diagnostic Laboratory

The finding of variants of uncertain significance (VUS) in the activity of a diagnostic genetic laboratory is a common issue, which is however provisional and needs to be periodically re-evaluated, due to the continuous advancements in our knowledge of the genetic diseases. Neurofibromatosis type 1, caused by the occurrence of heterozygous pathogenic NF1 variants, is a good model for studying the evolution of VUS, due to the widespread use of genetic testing for the disease, the constant enrichment of the international databases with NF1 variants and the full adult penetrance of the disease, which makes genotyping the parents a crucial step in the diagnostic workflow. The present study retrospectively reviewed and reinterpreted the genetic test results of NF1 in a diagnostic genetic laboratory in the period from January 1, 2000 to December 31, 2020. All the VUS were reinterpreted using the 2015 consensus standards and guidelines for the interpretation. Out of 589 NF1 genetic tests which were performed in the period, a total of 85 VUS were found and reinterpreted in 72 cases (84.7%): 21 (29.2%) were reclassified as benign/likely benign, whereas 51 (70.8%) were recoded as pathogenic/likely pathogenic with a significant trend distribution (Chi square test for trend p=0.005). Synonymous VUS have mainly been reclassified as class 1 and 2 (7/8, 87.5%), whereas missense variants have been attributed to class 4 and 5 in 38 out of the 58 cases (65.5%). These findings underline an improvement in the classification of variants over time, suggesting that a reinterpretation of the genetic tests should be routinely performed to support the physicians in the clinical diagnosis of genetic diseases

Avaliação de linhagens de feijoeiro comum no tabuleiro costeiro do Espírito Santo.

Este trabalho tem o objetivo de divulgar os resultados dos Testes de Adaptação Local, sob a responsabilidade do Instituto Capixaba de Pesquisa, Assistência Técnica e Extensão Rural (INCAPER), conduzidos na região dos tabuleiros costeiros do Espírito Santo no período de 2010 a 2012.CONAF

Avaliação regional de linhagens de feijoeiro comum do grupo preto no norte do Espírito Santo.

Este estudo tem por objetivo divulgar os resultados dos ensaios de VCU?s de 11 genótipos de feijoeiro do grupo preto, conduzidos nos anos de 2013 e 2014 no estado do Espírito Santo.CONAF

Avaliação de linhagens de feijoeiro comum de grãos carioca no norte do Espírito Santo.

Este estudo tem por objetivo divulgar os resultados dos ensaios de VCU?s de 14 genótipos de feijoeiro do grupo comercial carioca, conduzidos no ano de 2013 e 2014 no Estado do Espírito Santo.CONAF

Avaliação de linhagens de feijoeiro comum no Estado do Espírito Santo no período de 2008 a 2009.

Esse trabalho tem por objetivo divulgar os resultados dos ensaios de Teste de Adaptação Local, conduzidos sob a responsabilidade do Instituto Capixaba de Pesquisa, Assistência Técnica e Extensão Rural (INCAPER), no Espírito Santo no período de 2008 a 2009.CONAF