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Treball de fi de màsterCol·leccions de diagrames morals i teològics (segles XIV i XV): eines visuals per a la instrucció pastoral i el seu context cultural
(2025-12-21) Gracià Castejón, Helena; Buttà, Licia; Conejo da Pena, Antoni
El present treball analitza els recursos visuals destinats a la instrucció pastoral, centrant-se en els diagrames morals i teològics representats en manuscrits i pintures murals. D’antuvi, qüestiona l’adequació del terme Speculum Theologie com a classificació genèrica alhora que posa en dubte l’autoria única d’aquestes col·leccions i defensa que són fruit d’una elaboració col·lectiva a partir de figures preexistents i creacions ex novo. Particularment, s’investiga l’evolució formal i d’ús d’esquemes com ara l’arbre dels vicis i les virtuts, el querubí o l’arbre de la vida. Finalment, s’avaluen els manuscrits d’origen francès seleccionats per identificar els destinataris dels conjunts diagramàtics a partir de la seva estructura codicològica i les evidències textuals i iconogràfiques.
ArticleAssociation of Physical Fitness and Anthropometric Parameters With Lung Function in 7-Year-Old Children
(Human Kinetics, 2025-02-01) García Alday, Iker; San Millán Alonso, Marta; Cazorla-González, Jorge; Roman Viñas, Blanca; Serrano-Ferrer, Juan; Jòdar-Portas, Anna; Prats Puig, Anna; Font Lladó, Raquel
Purpose: Associations between health-related parameters and lung function remain unclear in childhood. The study aims toevaluate the relationship between physical fitness and anthropometric parameters with the lung function of healthy scholar-agedchildren. Method: A total of 418 children aged 7 years old participated in this study. The associations of physical fitness(handgrip strength, standing broad jump, and 800-m run) and anthropometric (waist circumference and body mass index)parameters with lung function (forced vital capacity and forced expiratory volume in 1 s) were analyzed using a mixed-linearregression model. Results: Girls had significantly lower forced vital capacity values (P = .006) and physical fitness (P < .030)compared to boys. On mixed-linear regression analyses, waist circumference (P = .003) was independently associated withforced vital capacity, explaining 34.6% of its variance, while handgrip strength (P = .042) and waist circumference (P = .010)were independently associated with forced expiratory volume in 1 second, accounting together for 26.5% of its variance in7-year-old healthy children. Conclusions: Handgrip strength and waist circumference were associated with lung function inhealthy children highlighting the influence of upper body muscular strength and trunk dimension on lung function. Our resultscorroborate the need to promote physical fitness during childhood to protect against lung complications in later on in life.
ArticleTrends in revascularization therapies for patients with acute stroke with large infarcts: A population-based study
(BMJ Publishing Group, 2025-10-01) Doncel Moriano, Antonio; Rodríguez Vázquez, Alejandro; Rosa, Irene; Rudilosso, Salvatore; Serrano Clerencia, Mònica; Renú, Arturo; Cabero Arnold, Andrea; Blasco, Jordi; Amaro, Sergio; Llull, Laura; Molina, Carlos A.; Cardona Portela, Pere; Camps Renom, Pol; Millán, Mónica; Figueras Aguirre, Georgina; Rodríguez Campello, Ana; Silva, Yolanda; Purroy, Francisco; Salvat, Mercè; Vargas, Martha; Urra, Xabier; Chamorro Sánchez, Ángel
Background Evidence from randomized clinical trials shows that mechanical thrombectomy (MT) enhances functional outcomes in patients with large core ischemic stroke.
Objective To evaluate trends in the use of revascularization therapies, particularly MT, and their impact on functional outcomes in patients with large core ischemic stroke in routine clinical settings.
Methods Observational data from the Stroke Code Registry of Catalonia (CICAT, 2016–2024) were analyzed. Patients with anterior circulation ischemic stroke and Alberta Stroke Program Early CT Score (ASPECTS) <6, whether treated with reperfusion therapies or not, were included. Statistical analyses included trend analysis and multivariable logistic regression to identify predictors of favorable outcomes (modified Rankin Scale score 0–3 at 90 days) and mortality.
Results Among 599 patients, MT use increased significantly from 22% pre-2022 to 36% post-2022. This increase was associated with improved functional outcomes, with favorable outcomes rising from 29% to 43% post-2022. MT was a significant independent predictor of favorable outcomes (OR 3.4, 95% CI 2.1 to 5.5) and reduced mortality (OR 0.46, 95% CI 0.32 to 0.68). Intravenous thrombolysis also improved outcomes (OR 2.1, 95% CI 1.3 to 3.5). The benefit of MT was consistent across ASPECTS subgroups (0–2 and 3–5). Mediation analysis indicated that 88% of improvement could be attributed to increased MT use.
Conclusions Increased MT use significantly improved outcomes for patients with large core ischemic stroke, particularly after 2022. Benefits were observed across subgroups, including those with very low ASPECTS. These findings support broadening MT access and suggest the need to update treatment guidelines to consider patients with large ischemic cores, aiming to optimize outcomes in routine clinical practice.
ArticleNew insights into social and space use behaviour of the endangered Pyrenean desman (Galemys pyrenaicus)
(Springer Verlag, 2012-02-01) Melero Cavero, Yolanda; Aymerich i Boixader, Pere; Luque-Larena, Juan Jose; Gosàlbez i Noguera, Joaquim
We describe novel aspects of the social organisation of the Pyrenean desman, Galemys pyrenaicus, by studying home range and shelter use behaviour in a local population. A total of 45 individuals were trapped of which 20 provided informative radiotracking data. In contrast to the currently accepted hypothesis [Stone RD. The social organization of the Pyrenean desman (Galemys pyrenaicus) as revealed by radiotelemetry. J Zool 212:117–129; 1987b; Stone RD, Gorman ML. Social organization of the European mole (Talpa europaea) and the Pyrenean desman (Galemys pyrenaicus). Mammal Rev 15 (1):35–42; 1985] individuals were not strictly territorial. Notably, there was no aggression between conspecifics, with simultaneous use of resting sites (shelters used for more than one hour). Resting sites were not permanent or exclusive for any individual. Individuals shared resting sites simultaneously, regardless of sex or age. Our observations recall for a new evaluation of the social structure and organisation of this species based on the new evidence that reveals higher frequency of social interactions than previously described. Resting sites may play an important role in the social organisation of the species, for instance by allowing direct and indirect communicative interactions among neighbouring individuals. This finding is of significance for the management (e.g. census and population monitoring) and conservation (e.g. habitat suitability to allow social interactions) of this endemic and seriously threatened unique mammal.
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Ethical Sustainability in Organizational Decision-Making
(Springer, 2026) Makki, Sonia J.; Selvam, Rejina Mary; Gil Doménech, Maria Dolors; Bastons, Miquel
Sustainable decision-making, which involves choosing alternatives that meet present needs without compromising the future, has gained significant importance in light of the increasing social and environmental concerns. This study introduces a novel framework that defines ethical sustainability in decision-making as making ethically sound and future-oriented choices grounded in realism and impartiality. These two key principles ensure that decisions are based on consideration of actual consequences and fair treatment of all affected stakeholders. The study's unique contribution lies in identifying four distinct decision-making styles: tactical altruism, emotional altruism, egoism, and ethical sustainability. While each style might appear ethical, the study argues that only decisions rooted in realism and impartiality can be considered sustainable. The study also presents a newly developed and validated measurement instrument to assess ethical sustainability in organizational decision-making, using survey data from 100 managers across sectors. The findings demonstrate satisfactory reliability and validity, revealing meaningful links between motivational drivers (intrinsic, extrinsic, and prosocial) and decision-making styles and their influence on organizational trust. As an exploratory study, this paper offers a unique framework for understanding the moral underpinnings of sustainable decision-making and lays the groundwork for future research and practical applications. We hope this contributes meaningfully to ongoing research in ethical leadership, corporate sustainability, and values-based organizational behavior.