Garlic has great economic and social importance for the region of Curitibanos (SC). However, a number of factors has hindered production. One of these factors is the high cost of fertilizers, especially the nitrogenous ones, an element of which the crop is highly demanding. To reduce the impacts, the use of PGPR (Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria), especially fluorescent Pseudomonas to induce plant development and their production has been widely studied. However, little is known about these microorganisms and garlic. Fluorescent Pseudomonas were isolated from rhizosphere of garlic cultivated in soil of the Curitibanos region (SC). Twenty-three isolates were phenotypical and genotypically analyzed. The phosphate solubiliziation, IAA (Indole Acetic Acid) production and Biological Nitrogen Fixation (BNF) in vitro, besides the effect on plant under controlled conditions were evaluated. The phenotypic characteristics matched to those described for the group of fluorescent Pseudomonas. Fifty two percent of isolates solubilized Ca3(PO4)2, 69% presented FBN and 72% produced IAA. Genetically, all the isolates belonged to the genus Pseudomonas and resembled to Pseudomonas kribbensis, P. azotoformans or P. baetica. The strain CBSAL02 induced significant increase at fourth leaf size, having high correlation to the bulbification, suggesting its potential as a growth promoter and, consequently, production.

El ajo tiene una gran importancia económica y social para la región de Curitibanos (SC). Sin embargo, una serie de factores ha impedido la producción. Uno de estos factores es el alto costo de los fertilizantes, especialmente los nitrogenados, un elemento por el cual el cultivo es muy exigente. Para reducir los impactos, se ha estudiado ampliamente el uso de RPCP (Rizobacterias promotoras del crecimiento de las plantas), especialmente Pseudomonas fluorescentes para inducir el desarrollo de las plantas y su producción. Sin embargo, poco se sabe sobre estos microorganismos y el ajo. Las Pseudomonas fluorescentes se aislaron de la rizosfera de ajo cultivado en el suelo de la región de Curitibanos (SC). Veintitrés aislados fueron fenotípicos y genotípicamente analizados. Se evaluaron la solubilización de fosfato, la producción de AAI (ácido acético indol) y la fijación biológica de nitrógeno (FBN) in vitro, además del efecto en la planta bajo condiciones controladas. Las características fenotípicas coinciden con las descritas para el grupo de Pseudomonas fluorescentes. Cincuenta y dos por ciento de los aislados solubilizaron Ca3(PO4)2, 69% presentaron FBN y 72% produjeron AAI. Genéticamente, todos los aislados pertenecían al género Pseudomonas y se parecían a Pseudomonas kribbensis, P. azotoformans o P. baetica. La cepa CBSAL02 indujo un aumento significativo en el tamaño de la cuarta hoja, teniendo una alta correlación con la bulbificación, lo que sugiere su potencial como promotor del crecimiento y, en consecuencia, la producción.

A study was conducted to evaluate new and laboratory-aged samples of surge arresters and anchorage polymeric insulators, for 12 and 24 kV networks, which are used by the Rio Grande Energia (RGE). Power Utility Polymeric compounds were analyzed by Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Thermogravimetric Analysis (TG), Dynamic-Mechanic Analysis (DMA), Fourier Transformed Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) and Scanning Electronic Microscopy (SEM) to verify changes in the insulator properties due to degradation occurred during the experiments. The analyses were carried out before and after 6 months of aging in laboratory devices (weatherometer, 120 °C, salt spray, immersion in water). After the aging experiments, high-voltage electrical tests were also conducted: a radio interference voltage test and, simultaneously, the total and the internal leakage currents were measured to verify the surface degradation of the polymeric material used in the housing. The impulse current test was applied with current values close to 5, 10 and 30 kA, in order to force an internal degradation. Results showed that only surface degradation is detected at the polymer. The main properties of the parts were not affected by the aging. It confirms that polymer insulator and surge arrestor are appropriate for use in electricity distribution networks.

OBJETIVO: Conhecer a prevalência de hipertensão arterial em funcionários de um complexo hospitalar e relacionar com variáveis sócio demográficas. MÉTODOS: Foi medida a pressão arterial com aparelho de coluna de mercúrio e manguito adequado à circunferência do braço, o peso e a altura em amostra de 864 dos 9.905 funcionários do Hospital Universitário estratificada de acordo com sexo, idade e ocupação. RESULTADOS: A prevalência de hipertensão foi de 26% (hipertensão referida = 62% ou pressão sistólica > 140 e/ou > 90 mm Hg no momento da medida = 38%). Dos que referiram 51% estavam hipertensos no momento da medida. A prevalência foi 17, 23 e 29% (p < 0,05) nos médicos, enfermagem e "outros". Análise univariada mostrou "odds ratio" significante para o sexo masculino, idade > 50 anos, unidade de trabalho para o Instituto de Radiologia e Prédio da Administração, escolaridade <primeiro grau, tempo de trabalho > 10 anos e índice de massa corporal (IMC) maior ou igual a 30 kg/m². O modelo de regressão logística com procedimento "stepwise" mostrou associação estatisticamente significante com hipertensão arterial para as variáveis: sexo, idade, cor da pele, renda familiar e IMC. CONCLUSÃO: A prevalência de hipertensão foi alta em funcionários do Complexo Hospital das Clínicas, principalmente nos de ocupação diferente de médico e enfermagem. Os grupos de maior risco (homens, cor preta, baixa renda familiar, obesos) precisam ser orientados quanto a prevenção e diagnóstico precoce da doença através de programas especiais.

PURPOSE: To find out the prevalence of hypertension in employees of the Hospital and relate it to social demographic variables. METHODS: Blood pressure measurement was performed with a mercury sphygmomanometer, using an appropriate cuff size for arm circumference, weight, and height in a population sample of 864 individuals out of the 9,905 employees of a University General Hospital stratified by gender, age, and job position. RESULTS: Hypertension prevalence was 26% (62% of these reported being aware of their hypertension and 38% were unaware but had systolic/diastolic blood pressures of >140 and/or >90 mm Hg at the moment of the measurement). Of those who were aware of having hypertension, 51% were found to be hypertensive at the moment of the measurement. The prevalence was found to be 17%, 23%, and 29% (P <.05) in physicians, nursing staff, and "others", respectively. The univariate analysis showed a significant odds ratio for the male gender, age >50 years, work unit being the Institute of Radiology and the Administration Building, educational level <elementary school, length of work >10 years, and body mass index >30 kg/m². The multivariate logistic regression model revealed a statistically significant association of hypertension with the following variables: gender, age, skin color, family income, and body mass index. CONCLUSIONS: Hypertension prevalence was high, mainly in those who were not physicians or members of the nursing staff. High-risk groups (obese, non-white, men, low family income) should be better advised of prevention and early diagnosis of hypertension by means of special programs.