Estudio de la vegetación en el humedal artificial Tancat de la Pipa y en el filtro verde V-30: determinación de la biomasa vegetal y su contenido nutritivo, evaluación de la velocidad de crecimiento y asimilación de nutrientes

[ES] El presente Trabajo Final de Master de investigación tuvo como objetivo la determinación de la biomasa vegetal, así como su contenido nutritivo, evaluación de la velocidad de crecimiento y la asimilación de nutrientes por parte las plantas macrófitas presentes en un humedal artificial tipo subsuperficial vertical/horizontal (Filtro Verde V-30), y en un humedal artificial de tipología superficial (Tancat de la Pipa), ambas instalaciones situadas en la localidad de Valencia (España). Se estableció un calendario de muestreo desde el mes de junio de 2012, hasta enero de 2013, para la recogida de plantas, llevándose a cabo en el laboratorio la determinación de la biomasa seca, el porcentaje de humedad, y la concentración de nitrógeno Kjeldahl y fósforo presentes en los tejidos aéreos de la vegetación muestreada. Las especies analizadas fueron Typha latifolia, Phragmites australis e Iris pseudacorus. Los resultados indicaron que la especie que más nitrógeno Kjeldahl acumuló en sus tejidos fue el Iris pseudacorus en su estado de rebrote (25.023,20 mg N/kg ms), siendo ésta misma especie, y también en su estado de rebrote, la que mayor concentración de fósforo acumuló (4.209,16 mg P/kg ms). La especie que mayor cantidad de biomasa generó fue el Phragmites australis con tres años de desarrollo. En cuanto a la velocidad de crecimiento, la especie que creció mas rápidamente fue el Phragmites australis en su estado de rebrote. Como conclusión final se recomienda la plantación de la especie Phragmites australis en un humedal de tipo subsuperficial vertical/horizontal características similares al Filtro Verde V-30 (agua procedente terciario de EDAR), sugiriendo hasta tres cortes a la vegetación por ciclo vegetativo de la especie. Para un humedal artificial de tipo superficial de características similares al Tancat de la Pipa (agua eutrofizada) se recomienda la plantación de la especie Iris pseudacorus, aconsejándose dos cosechados de la vegetación por ciclo anual de la especie.[EN] This Master's Final research aimed at the determination of plant biomass and nutrient content, as well as the assessment of growth rate and nutrient uptake by macrophytes plants present in a subsurface flow system constructed wetland (Filtro Verde V-30), and an constructed wetland free water system (Tancat de la Pipa), both facilities located in the town of Valencia (Spain). A timetable was established from June 2012 to January 2013, for the collection of plants, to be carried out in the laboratory to determine the dry biomass, the moisture content, Kjeldahl nitrogen concentration and phosphorous present in aerial tissues sampled vegetation. The species tested were Typha latifolia, Phragmites australis and Iris pseudacorus. The results indicated that the species that most Kjeldah lnitrogen accumulated in their tissues was the Iris pseudacorus in its regrowth (25.023,20 mg N / kg dm) being this species, and also in its regrowth, the greatest accumulated phosphorus concentration (4.209,16 mg P / kg dm). The species that produced more biomass was the Phragmites australis with three years of development. In terms of growth rate, the faster species in growing was the Phragmites australis in its regrowth. As a final conclusion we recommend planting the species Phragmites australis in a constructed wetland subsurface flow system similar to Filtro Verde V-30 (water from WWTP), suggesting up to three cuts to the vegetation cycle of the species. For a constructed wetland free water system similar to Tancat de la Pipa (eutrophic water), planting the species Iris pseudacorus is recommended, being two vegetation harvested from the annual cycle of the species is advisedBixquert Ariño, FJ. (2013). Estudio de la vegetación en el humedal artificial Tancat de la Pipa y en el filtro verde V-30: determinación de la biomasa vegetal y su contenido nutritivo, evaluación de la velocidad de crecimiento y asimilación de nutrientes. http://hdl.handle.net/10251/35383Archivo delegad

The perception of healthcare professionals, through their own personal experiences, of the use of music therapy in hospitalised children and adolescents

Background: Music therapy is an emerging and useful methodology for improving patient environments within healthcare fields. However, although it has been shown that music therapy interventions with hospitalised children and adolescents have been used for decades with positive effects, there are currently very few studies that specifically describe the perspectives of healthcare professionals regarding the value of music therapy when applied in these patients. Objectives: To describe the insights of healthcare professionals regarding music therapy, both on a personal level and in terms of its usefulness in the care of hospitalised children and adolescents. Design: This was a qualitative descriptive-exploratory study with focus groups. Participants: Eighteen healthcare professionals. Methods: In January 2023, two focus groups, containing nine healthcare professionals each, were created to collect data regarding their experiences concerning the effect of music therapy on hospitalised children and adolescents. Before recording their opinions, all these professionals participated in an interactive music therapy session. The thematic analysis in this work was performed using MAXQDA® software. Results: Two main categories emerged: (a) the effects of music therapy on healthcare professionals, and (b) the benefits of music therapy to patients (children and adolescents). Conclusions: Music therapy was valued positively by healthcare professionals who described the benefits its use has for hospitalised children and adolescents. They also expressed positive viewpoints regarding the use of music therapy to improve their own self-knowledge and self-care. Implications to practice: Healthcare professionals may utilise music therapists to improve patient outcomes and reduce the negative effects of hospitalisation

The relevance of music therapy in paediatric and adolescent cancer patients: a scoping review

Background: Music therapy is an emerging and useful methodology to improve the quality of life of children and adolescents with cancer. Objectives: The objective of this scoping review was to examine the available literature and offer an analysis of the relevance of music therapy in paediatric oncology. We considered the effects of music therapy on children and adolescents with cancer as well as the perception of this population, their families, music therapists, and health professionals regarding the music therapy sessions conducted. Finally, we analysed the characteristics of the distinct types of music therapy interventions reported in the literature. Methods: In this review, we applied the methodology proposed by Arksey and O’Malley. After performing a comprehensive academic literature database search, 522 articles were identified of which, 27 met the inclusion criteria. Results: The results shed light on the use of music therapy as a means to facilitate self-esteem, to improve the physical, emotional, and cognitive aspects related to disease and, to a lesser extent, alleviate their physiological symptoms. Both children and adolescents with cancer were represented in the academic literature. The most prevalent findings described in these studies were the benefits of music therapy in terms of improved psychological well-being and social relationships in this population. Conclusions: Music therapy interventions are generally well received, not only by children and adolescents with cancer, but also by their families, music therapists, and health professionals. Nevertheless, several gaps were identified in some of the studies we considered, including a lack of specificity regarding the results obtained or music therapy intervention methods used

The Value of Music Therapy in the Expression of Emotions in Children with Cancer

Background. Children with cancer are subjected to aggressive tests and treatments that can affect their emotional states. Studies available in the academic literature analyse the effect of music therapy on the emotions of these patients are scarce. Objectives. The objective of this study was to explore and transform the emotional responses that may arise with the application of music therapy (MT) in children with oncological pathology. Methods. The methodology of this study was based on the participatory action research approach. Semistructured interviews were conducted with 27 children with cancer who participated in 65MT sessions. Interviews were also conducted with their families. Results. We conducted a thematic analysis using MAXQDA software. Three main categories emerged from this process as follows: (1) expression: children with cancer stated that MT made it easier for them to express their emotions, with indirect benefits to families; (2) participation: patients showed interest in the sessions; and (3) experiences: MT was valued and created a positive environment. The results of this research demonstrate the positive transformative power MT had on children with cancer in terms of their emotions. Conclusions. Positive results were achieved through MT that encouraged the expression of emotions by children with cancer and favoured and improved their moods. In addition, it also encouraged social interactions in the hospital and helped the children to better cope with their illness through self-awareness. Their families also benefited. Therefore, we encourage healthcare professionals to support the use of MT in paediatric oncology settings

Al otro lado: una vía hacia la mística

[ES] El artículo recoge el proyecto expositivo "Al otro lado: una vía hacia la Mística" generado por el Grupo de Investigación Nuevos Procedimientos Escultóricos de la Universitat Politècnica de València comisariada por Natividad Navalón y Alejandro Mañas para el Ayuntamiento de Ávila y la Universidad de Mística. Proyecto que se encuentra enmarcado dentro del V Centenario de Santa Teresa de Jesús.Navalón Blesa, N.; Mañas-García, A.; Barón Linares, V.; Cháfer Bixquert, T.; Mínguez Abaroa, J.; De Soto, R. (2015). Al otro lado: una vía hacia la mística. Universidad de la Mística-CITeS-Monte Carmelo. 429-442. http://hdl.handle.net/10251/20243242944