https://ri.ufs.br/jspui/handle/riufs/2145 2026-08-09T09:43:25Z https://ri.ufs.br/jspui/handle/riufs/25758 Título: Experiências avaliativas na docência-formação: divergências, aproximações e reflexões em uma instituição de ensino superior da Bahia Autor(es): Rosário, Maria da Piedade Andrade do Abstract: The general objective of this investigation is to understand the interrelationships between the evaluation practices applied by undergraduate courses professors and the theoretical- conceptual field of the formative process. Thus, this study is justified by the fact that evaluating learning from a critical perspective requires reflections on teaching in different dimensions and perspectives, including strengthening the ties between the university and the basic education school. As for the epistemological basis, this dissertation is based on the theory of complexity based on the multidimensionality of phenomena and educational facts with a qualitative approach, articulating with intervention-research strategies with divergent positions, approximations and distance in which all knowing is doing. Therefore, this scientific work comprises the inseparability between the objective world and the subjectivity of the human being, having as its locus a higher education institution (HEI), i.e. a University center, in Bahia, and the participation of 12 professors. With regard to data and information production devices, the itinerancy diary was used – emotions records, feelings and learning during involvement in classes; the conversation – rich in multiple meanings and understandings; and the narrative memorial – reflective writing of oneself history, of the other and of the world. The empirical corpus was analyzed in the light of subsuming notions, which affected semantic basins (re)grouped through cognitive operations related to meaning units and the construction of meta-analysis in search of new interpretations. The findings indicated that the researched teachers conceive the act of assessing learning as a continuous process permeated by the mobilization of prior knowledge, mediation and interaction, with a view to breaking the Jesuit pedagogy still present in initial and continuing education. On the other hand, the term assessment is commonly adopted as a synonym for test/exam by those investigated and by the institution in their documents, evidencing contradictions between the knowledge and know-how of these professionals, working in undergraduate courses. Finally, the evaluation practices involved different methodologies, such as seminars, case studies, brainstorming, verbalization and observation groups, articles, reviews, files, classroomresearch, interviews, portfolios and samples/fairs/cultural events. However, these procedures for monitoring learning, which go beyond cognitive memorization operations, come up against the limits of the institutional system, accounting for a total of 40% of the overall grade. The other 60% are fixed and distributed in standardized tests/exams. This logic has an impact on the quality of the graduates' education trajectory by focusing on mastering skills and abilities aimed at the job market, by reformulating curricula with the courses streamlining, by grouping classes into common curricular units and by implementing virtual classes for the reduction of teachers' working hours. Thus, an evaluation supported by a praxis that allows the appropriation of knowledge and the diversification of devices based on the student’s creation and authorship development is recommended. 2023-06-05T00:00:00Z https://ri.ufs.br/jspui/handle/riufs/25756 Título: Percepções de pessoas trans sobre o cuidado recebido por profissionais de saúde em um ambulatório transexualizador: estudo transversal Autor(es): Nascimento, Maurício Araújo Abstract: Transgender populations face longstanding barriers to accessing health care, and Brazil’s SUS transsexualizing process represents a key strategy to promote equity and comprehensive care. This study aimed to investigate the satisfaction and experiences of transgender people regarding the care provided by health professionals at the Gender-Affirming health outpatient clinic of the University Hospital of Lagarto, Federal University of Sergipe (HUL/UFS). This is a cross-sectional study with a mixed-methods (quantitative–qualitative) approach, conducted with n=98 users (35.8% of the total number of users in the period; N=274). Data were collected using a questionnaire and analyzed through descriptive statistics in jamovi, alongside content analysis of open-ended responses. The sample had a mean age of 29.8 years, with a predominance of Black participants (n=61; 62.2%) and low income. Forty-five participants reported having discontinued follow-up at some point (n=45; 45.9%), mainly due to logistical and geographic barriers and failures in institutional communication. Although all participants recommended the service (n=98; 100%), more than half considered it difficult to access (n=56; 57.1%). Hormone therapy was the main demand (n=82; 83.7%), and 57 users reported improvements after the implementation of in-house pharmaceutical dispensing (n=57; 58.2%). The clinic was positively evaluated regarding welcoming practices and humanized care, consolidating itself as a regional reference; however, barriers related to access and institutional communication, along with training gaps among residents and students, still undermine continuity of care and comprehensiveness. 2026-06-11T00:00:00Z https://ri.ufs.br/jspui/handle/riufs/25754 Título: Impacto da cafeína sobre indicadores neuromusculares, estresse oxidativo e dano muscular no powerlifting paralímpico Autor(es): Menezes, Jainara Lima Abstract: Introduction: Resistance exercise improves performance but generates fatigue and muscle damage. Caffeine (CA) supplementation is used to mitigate these effects; however, neuromuscular parameters, muscle damage, and oxidative stress still need to be clarified, especially in paralympic powerlifting. Objective: To evaluate the effects of CA supplementation on strength performance (static and dynamic), oxidative stress, and muscle damage in paralympic powerlifting. Methods: This study investigated the acute effects of CA supplementation (9 mg/kg) on indicators of static strength (Rate of Force Development (RFD), Impulse, Peak torque, maximum isometric strength, peak strength at 1 second, and force variability) and dynamic strength (Mean Propulsive Velocity (MPV), Maximum Velocity (Vmax), and Power were evaluated at 45% of 1RM before, after, 24h, and 48h of a training session, and also at 80% of 1RM, performing 5x5). Markers of oxidative stress and enzymatic antioxidant activity (TBARS/MDA, total antioxidant capacity, sulfhydryl groups, and uric acid) and markers of muscle damage (thermography, CK (creatine kinase), LDH (lactate dehydrogenase), and creatinine) were assessed in 14 male Paralympic powerlifting athletes. The protocol included two conditions (CA and PLA (placebo)), 5x5 at 80% of 1RM in the bench press. Results: Regarding static strength, CA significantly increased RFD, impulse, peak torque, and maximum isometric strength, while improving peak strength at 1 second and reducing variability, suggesting enhanced motor unit recruitment. Regarding dynamic strength, no significant differences were observed at 45% of 1RM. However, at 80% of 1RM, the CA group demonstrated significant improvement compared to the PLA group during Set 1 and Set 5. Nonetheless, CA also led to an increase in oxidative stress, as evidenced by elevated TBARS levels, reduced antioxidant capacity, decreased sulfhydryl groups, and higher uric acid concentrations post-exercise. Thermography showed an increase in all evaluated muscles with CA compared to the PLA condition. For CK, LDH, and creatinine, there were no significant differences. Conclusion: CA demonstrates promising ergogenic properties, contributing to increased muscle strength and allowing athletes to maintain training intensity even with higher loads. Furthermore, it does not appear to increase muscle damage, suggesting a safe usage profile in this regard. However, while it acutely improves neuromuscular performance, CA does not reduce—and may even exacerbate—exercise-induced oxidative stress, indicating that its use in strength sports should be approached with caution. 2026-07-22T00:00:00Z https://ri.ufs.br/jspui/handle/riufs/25753 Título: Efeitos da relação filogenética e da similaridade funcional na invasibilidade de plantas na Caatinga Autor(es): Almeida, Thieres Santos Abstract: One of the main questions in biological invasions studies is the reason why numerous species are introduced, but only some become invasive. This shift in status has been justified by the phylogenetic relationship and functional similarity between exotic and native species. However, these patterns have not been explored in semi-arid environments like the Caatinga. Thus, the aim of this work is to test how phylogenetic and functional similarity between exotic and native plants in the Caatinga affect invasion status and distribution of invasive species. To achieve this, we constructed a list of exotic plants and obtained their respective invasion statuses in the Caatinga. We gathered occurrence data for these species and native plants. Additionally, a functional database was constructed for these species, including Leaf Area (LA), Height (H), and Seed Mass (SM) attributes. Using the occurrences, we created diversity fields for exotic species, representing the composition of native species that co-occur with each exotic species and calculated phylogenetic metrics for the focal species' distance to its field. Binomial GLMs were employed to assess whether changes in status from exotic to naturalized and from naturalized to invasive are influenced by phylogenetic relationships and functional attributes. For invasive species, we tested if observed phylogenetic distance values differ from those expected by chance. Lastly, we analyzed if there are functional similarities between the statuses of exotic species and native plants. We found that plants phylogenetically closer to Caatinga natives are more likely to become naturalized and invasive. Smaller plants also have a higher probability of becoming naturalized. Among invasive species with a phylogenetic relationship different from what is expected by chance, there is a prevalence of species phylogenetically closer to natives in their field. In comparing statuses, naturalized and invasive plants were found to be shorter and have smaller leaves and seeds than native plants in the Caatinga. The results indicate that Caatinga's environmental filter appears to favor species more similar to natives. The observed functional differences suggest that naturalized and invasive species are competitive, adopting strategies similar to native plants of Caatinga, such as seed bank formation and dense populations during a specific period of the year. 2024-02-09T00:00:00Z