Food Processing Innovation: A Case Study with Pressurized Passion Fruit Juice

Tropical fruit juice production shows an annual increase in volume of 15 to 20% in Brazil. Growing demand for processed fruit pulp arouses juice industry interest to search for novel technologies. High Hydrostatic Pressure (HHP) is an innovative technology which allows juice production with improved sensory characteristics compared to pasteurization, meeting consumer demands for fresh-like foods. Despite recognized advantages of pressurized products described in the literature, a positive consumer attitude towards them is required to guarantee their success in today’s competitive global market. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of packaging attributes on consumer expected liking and purchase intention of passion fruit juice. One hundred and twenty consumers evaluated twelve prototypes for expected liking and purchase intention. Data were analyzed using ANOVA, Conjoint and Cluster Analyses. Results showed that information about benefits of used technology (HHP) presented on the package played an important role on consumer attitude, suggesting a positive contribution to his/her satisfaction, a key point for the food industry.Tropical fruit juice production shows an annual increase in volume of 15 to 20% in Brazil. Growing demand for processed fruit pulp arouses juice industry interest to search for novel technologies. High Hydrostatic Pressure (HHP) is an innovative technology which allows juice production with improved sensory characteristics compared to pasteurization, meeting consumer demands for fresh-like foods. Despite recognized advantages of pressurized products described in the literature, a positive consumer attitude towards them is required to guarantee their success in today’s competitive global market. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of packaging attributes on consumer expected liking and purchase intention of passion fruit juice. One hundred and twenty consumers evaluated twelve prototypes for expected liking and purchase intention. Data were analyzed using ANOVA, Conjoint and Cluster Analyses. Results showed that information about benefits of used technology (HHP) presented on the package played an important role on consumer attitude, suggesting a positive contribution to his/her satisfaction, a key point for the food industry.Tropical fruit juice production shows an annual increase in volume of 15 to 20% in Brazil. Growing demand for processed fruit pulp arouses juice industry interest to search for novel technologies. High Hydrostatic Pressure (HHP) is an innovative technology which allows juice production with improved sensory characteristics compared to pasteurization, meeting consumer demands for fresh-like foods. Despite recognized advantages of pressurized products described in the literature, a positive consumer attitude towards them is required to guarantee their success in today’s competitive global market. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of packaging attributes on consumer expected liking and purchase intention of passion fruit juice. One hundred and twenty consumers evaluated twelve prototypes for expected liking and purchase intention. Data were analyzed using ANOVA, Conjoint and Cluster Analyses. Results showed that information about benefits of used technology (HHP) presented on the package played an important role on consumer attitude, suggesting a positive contribution to his/her satisfaction, a key point for the food industry

A IMPORTÂNCIA DO ENDOMARKETING NAS ORGANIZAÇÕES

O endomarketing consiste no marketing aplicado dentro da organização com ênfase para o público interno (funcionários), é considerado estratégico, uma vez que influencia no clima organizacional e no atendimento dos clientes. Geralmente o endomarketing contempla a liderança, os canais de comunicação interna e as campanhas e ações voltadas para o relacionamento com o público interno. Diante disso, o presente trabalho tem como objetivo principal identificar a percepção dos gestores sobre as práticas de endomarketing adotadas pela empresa. O aporte teórico contempla a visão dos principais autores sobre o tema, Cerqueira (1994), Bekin (2004) e Brum (2017). O estudo evidencia os benefícios do endomarketing para as empresas e para as equipes, tornando a marca da empresa mais relevante e competitiva para atrair os melhores profissionais do mercado. A metodologia de pesquisa é exploratória e descritiva, utilizando-se de uma abordagem quantitativa, por meio da aplicação de um questionário estruturado aplicado ao grupo de gestores da unidade de Caxias do Sul e o levantamento de dados secundários da pesquisa de clima organizacional. Os resultados da pesquisa junto aos líderes evidenciam as necessidades de aprimoramento na comunicação interna da empresa

In Vitro and In Vivo Evaluation of Lyophilized Bovine Bone Biocompatibility

INTRODUCTION: The use of bone grafts in orthopedic, maxillofacial and dental surgery has been growing. Nevertheless, both fresh autografts and frozen allografts have limitations, and therefore, alternative synthetic or natural biomaterials, such as processed and lyophilized bovine bone graft have been developed. OBJECTIVE: To evaluate in vitro and in vivo biocompatibility of lyophilized bovine bone manufactured in a semi-industrial scale, according to a modifical protocol developed by the authors. METHODS: Samples of bovine cancellous bone were processed according to a protocol developed by Kakiuchi et al., and modified to process samples of bovine cancellous bone. The following trials were performed: in vitro cytotoxicity, in vivo acute systemic toxicity, in vivo oral irritation potential, in vitro pyrogenic reaction, and bioburden. RESULTS: The in vitro evaluation of lyophilized bovine cancellous bone revealed an absence of cytotoxicity in 100% of the samples. Regarding in vivo evaluation of acute systemic toxicity, neither macroscopic abnormalities nor deaths were noted in the animals. Pyrogenicity was not greater than 0.125 UE/ml in any of the samples. The bioburden revealed negative results for microbial growth before sterilization. Regarding the oral irritation potential, in vivo evaluation at 24 and 72 hours showed that the animals had no edema or erythema on the oral mucosa. CONCLUSION: The protocol changes established by the authors to prepare lyophilized bovine cancellous bone at a semi-industrial scale is reproducible and yielded a product with excellent biocompatibility

Evaluation of marginal microleakage and depth of penetration of glass ionomer cements used as occlusal sealants

OBJETIVE: the aim of this study was to conduct an in vitro comparison of marginal microleakage (MM) and the depth of penetration (DP) of glass ionomer cements (GIC) and a resin sealant (RS) into occlusal pit and fissures. METHODS: for that purpose, 60 intact third molars were equally distributed to 5 groups: G1 - 37% phosphoric acid / Delton; G2 - 40% polyacrylic acid / Ketac-Molar / nail varnish; G3 - Fuji Plus conditioner / Fuji Plus/ nail varnish; G4 -37% phosphoric acid / Vitremer / Finishing gloss; G5 -37% phosphoric acid / Vitremer prepared with a 1:4 ratio of powder / Finishing gloss. The teeth were submitted to a thermal treatment corresponding to 300 cycles (15 sec, 5/55(0)C), followed by complete coating with nail varnish, except for 1mm beyond the contour of the sealant. Afterwards, the teeth were immersed in 0.5% basic fuchsine for 24 hours. Thereafter, the teeth were sectioned in buccolingual direction and microscopically analyzed (150x magnification) by means of predetermined scores. The results were subject to the Kruskal-Wallis test. RESULTS: there was no statistical difference between the materials tested in relation to the DP, being that all groups displayed nearly complete filling of the fissures. No sealant material was able to prevent dye penetration; however, the GICs provided better results of MM, with significant difference when compared to the RS. CONCLUSION: all materials investigated presented a satisfactory degree of penetration into the fissures; however, the glass ionomer cements displayed better performance in the marginal microleakage test compared to the resin sealant.OBJETIVO: o objetivo deste estudo foi comparar in vitro a microinfiltração marginal (MM) e o grau de profundidade de penetração (DP) de cimentos de ionômero de vidro (CIV) e um selante resinoso (SR) em fossas e fissuras oclusais. MATERIAIS E MÉTODOS: para tanto, 60 terceiros molares hígidos foram igualmente distribuídos em 5 grupos: G1- ácido fosfórico 37%/Delton; G2- ácido poliacrílico 40%/Ketac-Molar/esmalte cosmético; G3- Fuji Plus conditioner/Fuji Plus/ esmalte de cosmético; G4 - ácido fosfórico 37%/Vitremer/Finishing gloss; G5- ácido fosfórico 37%/Vitremer diluído na proporção de 1/4 de pó/Finishing gloss. Os dentes foram submetidos a um tratamento térmico correspondente a 300 ciclos (15 seg, 5/ 55(0)C), seguindo da total cobertura com esmalte cosmético, exceto 1mm além do contorno do material selador, sendo então imersos em solução de fucsina básica 0,5%, por 24 horas. Posteriormente, os dentes foram seccionados vestíbulo-lingualmente, e avaliados microscopicamente (aumento 150X), por meio de escores pré-determinados. Os resultados foram submetidos ao Teste de Kruskal Wallis. RESULTADOS: não houve diferença estatística entre os materiais testados em relação à DP, sendo que todos os grupos apresentaram um preenchimento quase total das fissuras. Nenhum material selador foi apto em impedir a penetração da solução corante, entretanto, os CIVs promoveram os melhores resultados de MM, distinguindo-se significantemente em relação ao SR. CONCLUSÃO: Todos os materiais testados apresentaram um grau de penetração satisfatório no interior das fissuras, no entanto, os cimentos de ionômero de vidro demonstraram melhor comportamento no teste de microinfiltração marginal, quando comparado ao selante resinoso

Corpos e gênero: um leitura histórica

A partir das discussões realizadas no Grupo de Pesquisa “Gênero, sexualidade e sociedades”, cadastrado no CNPq e sediado na USC desde 2012, propõe-se refletir a respeito das composições de gênero nas constituições dos corpos, em suas relações sexo-afetivas, assim como a promoção da objetividade, da sensibilização e da tolerância no processo de análise desses corpos em contextos e temporalidades distintas. A partir da análise de obras literárias e inscrições epigráficas da Antiguidade Romana do século I d.C.  discute-se as configurações sexuais e/ou afetivas relacionadas ao uso do corpo como lugar de definição do espaço social, mas também como locus de resistência, questionando comportamentos definidos como próprios da natureza humana e retorquindo supostas tradições, autoritárias e normativas, a respeito das construções de gênero e do lugar da sexualidade. &nbsp

Adenocarcinoma of the right colon in a patient with bloom syndrome

Bloom syndrome (BS) is an inherited disorder due to mutation in BLM gene. The diagnosis of BS should be considered in patients with growth retardation of prenatal onset, a photosensitive rash in a butterfly distribution over the cheeks, and an increased risk of cancer at an early age. Clinical manifestations also include short stature, dolichocephaly, prominent ears, micrognathia, malar hypoplasia and a high-pitched voice, immunodeficiency, type II diabetes, and hypogonadism associated with male infertility and female subfertility. The aim of this report is to describe case of patient with BS who developed adenocarcinoma of the cecum, successfully treated by right colectomy. Case Report. A 40-year-old man underwent colonoscopy to investigate the cause of his diarrhea, weight loss, and anemia. The patient knew that he was a carrier of BS diagnosed at young age. The colonoscopy showed an expansive and vegetating mass with 5.5 cm in diameter, located within the ascending colon. Histopathological analysis of tissue fragments collected during colonoscopy confirmed the presence of tubular adenocarcinoma, and he was referred for an oncological right colectomy. The procedure was performed without complications, and the patient was discharged on the fifth postoperative day. Histopathological examination of the surgical specimen confirmed the presence of a grade II tubular adenocarcinoma (stage IIA). The patient is currently well five years after surgery, without clinical or endoscopic signs of relapse in a multidisciplinary approach for the monitoring of comorbidities related to BS. Conclusion. Despite the development of colorectal cancer to be, a possibility rarely described the present case shows the need for early screening for colorectal cancer in all patients affected by B

Diagnóstico prenatal ecográfico del Síndrome Klippel-Trenaunay-Weber: a propósito de un caso / Prenatal sonographic diagnosis of Klippel-Trenaunay-Weber syndrome: a case report

El estudio del feto utilizando ultrasonido en tiempo real es uno de los avances tecnológicos más importantes de los últimos tiempos, permitiendo obtener información acerca de su integridad anatómica y funcional, así como establecer el diagnóstico de defectos congénitos en las etapas tempranas del embarazo. El Síndrome Klippel-Trenaunay-Weber fue originalmente reportado por Maurice Klippel y P. Trenaunay en 1900, el hallazgo clínico más frecuente es el angioma plano o nevus flammeus. Se presenta un caso de una gestante de 18 años, primigesta, con antecedente de salud previo, que acude a la consulta por presentar Hb AS. El estudio ecográfico realizado a las 22 semanas de gestación reveló marcada hipertrofia del miembro inferior izquierdo fetal asociado a hemangioma cavernoso gigante que afectaba pelvis, nalgas y genitales. Tales hallazgos guiaron al diagnóstico de Síndrome Klippel-Trenaunay-Weber. Esta entidad clínica es considerada una rareza, siendo su diagnóstico prenatal ecográfico poco conocido por lo que se presenta el caso.Palabras clave: Síndrome de Klippel-Trenaunay-Weber, ULTRASONOGRAFÍA PRENATAL.ABSTRACTThe study of the fetus using the ultrasound in real time is one of the most important technological advances of recent days; which allow collecting information about anatomic and functional integrity as well as establishing the diagnosis of congenital malformations in early stages of pregnancy. Klippel-Trenaunay-Weber syndrome was first reported by Maurice Klippel and P. Trenaunay in 1900, the most frequent clinical finding is the flat angioma or flammeus nevus. An 18 years old primigravida having health records attended to the office presenting HbAS. The sonographic study carried out at 22 weeks of pregnancy revealed a marked hypertrophy of the lower fetal limb associated with giant cavernous angioma affecting the pelvis, buttocks and genitals. Such findings guided to the diagnosis of Klippel-Trenaunay-Weber syndrome. This is a rare clinical entity and its antenatal diagnosis is little- known, thus the case is presented.Key words: Klippel-Trenaunay-Weber syndrome, PRENATAL ULTRASONOGRAPHY