Research, Society and Development

This study investigated the synthesis and antimicrobial activity of zinc oxide (ZnO) and nickel oxide (NiO) nanoparticles obtained by the chemical coprecipitation method. Raman spectroscopy confirmed the formation of the wurtzite phase for ZnO, with a peak at 438 cm⁻¹, and the presence of characteristic bands for NiO at 521 cm⁻¹, indicating a high degree of crystallinity in t...

Tropical coastal watersheds face growing pressure from tourism, agriculture, and urban expansion, generating territorial conflicts that bear directly on regional planning. This study analysed land use and land cover (LULC) dynamics in the Rio da Barra watershed (460.6 km², Porto Seguro, Bahia, Brazil) between 1985 and 2021 and discussed their implications for territorial plan...

This study aims to investigate teachers' perceptions of the use of digital media and audiovisual resources in online English language teaching. Given the rapid advancement of digital technologies and their increasing presence in contemporary educational settings, the study seeks to examine the benefits and challenges associated with integrating these tools into the teaching a...

Canine hip dysplasia (CHD) is a prevalent orthopedic condition in dogs, characterized by joint instability, chronic pain, and impaired quality of life, with a predilection for large breeds. This study aimed to investigate the role of radiography in the identification and assessment of CHD in dogs through an observational, analytical, retrospective, and quantitative analysis o...

This review aimed to analyze the use of tirzepatide for weight loss for aesthetic purposes, its relationship with the medicalization of appearance, and its clinical, psychosocial, ethical, and medical practice implications. Tirzepatide has expanded pharmacological options for obesity treatment, but its growing demand among individuals primarily motivated by aesthetic goals ra...