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Integrating Artificial Intelligence with salesforce: A literature review
No full textThe increasing development and use of artificial intelligence technologies emphasizes the need to integrate them into the Salesforce platform. As a cloud-based platform, Salesforce enables companies to improve customer relations, simplify operations, and adapt to all business requirements. Therefore, it stands out as one of the first CRM platforms to adopt the capabilities and technologies of artificial intelligence, incorporating them within its products, such as Service cloud, Sales cloud, Marketing cloud, and Commerce cloud. This paper uses a systematic research and literature review to identify ways to integrate artificial intelligence into Salesforce. The results of this study will contribute to understanding the current situation in this developing field. In collaboration with artificial intelligence, Salesforce strives to improve various aspects, thus benefiting businesses that use this platform.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio
Industrial IoT platforms enabling industry 4.0 digitization towards industry 5.0
No full textThis research paper explores the evolution of Industrial In- ternet of Things (IIoT) platforms and their pivotal role in the digitiza- tion of Industry 4.0, as well as their contribution to the transition to- wards Industry 5.0. The characteristics, challenges and opportunities of these platforms will be addressed, highlighting their impact on the digital transformation of industrial operations. Two case studies are unveiled, showcasing the implementation of IIoT platforms. These platforms lever- age cutting-edge technology, notably from the AWS (Amazon Web Ser- vices) ecosystem, enabling the development of solutions grounded in the three pillars of Industry 5.0: human-centered design, sustainability, and resilience. Through these case studies, its aim to illustrate how the in- tegration of AWS technologies contributes to the realization of Industry 5.0 principles, emphasizing a focus on human-centric approaches, sus- tainable practices, and resilient industrial systems.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio
A utilização de vários tipos de memorização para a otimização da performance de alunos de percussão
Get PDFRelatório apresentado à Escola Superior de Artes Aplicadas do Instituto Politécnico de Castelo Branco para cumprimento dos requisitos necessários à obtenção do Grau de Mestre em Ensino de Música - Instrumento e Música de Conjunto.O presente relatório esta dividido em duas partes e foi elaborado no âmbito das
unidades curriculares de Prática de Ensino Supervisionada e Projeto de Ensino
Artístico que pressupõem a realização de um estágio profissional e de um projeto de
investigação.
Na primeira parte são apresentados os registos das atividades desenvolvidas ao
longo da Prática de Ensino Supervisionada que se realizou no Centro de Cultura
Musical (CCM) em Santo Tirso com um aluno do 8.º ano e a orquestra de sopros do
mesmo ano. A segunda parte inclui o projeto de investigação que tem como objetivo
conhecer e analisar os efeitos da aplicação de diferentes métodos de memorização no
desempenho de alunos de percussão.
A investigação centra-se na compreensão das principais diferenças entre métodos
de memorização mais intuitivos e centrados na repetição e métodos mais deliberados
que fomentem o desenvolvimento de diferentes tipos de memória, em particular o
recurso ao canto, organização metódica do estudo, uso de pads de estudo e análise
harmónica. O estudo visa ainda avaliar o impacto da avaliaçáo das estratégias aplicadas
na evolução da aprendizagem dos alunos de percussão (analisando a eficácia e a
rapidez na assimilação de estudos e peças musicais) e a sua segurança em palco.
Recorrendo a metodologia de estudo de caso, o presente estudo foi realizado com
cinco alunos de percussão dos 7.º, 8.º, 11.º e 12.º anos e foi complementado com
entrevistas a sete professores da disciplina de Percussão. O impacto da investigação foi
avaliado através da recolha e da análise de entrevistas semiestruturadas e observação
direta.
Os dados obtidos sugeriram um aumento significativo na confiança e segurança
musical dos participantes. O processo de memorização mais consistente por parte dos
alunos resultou numa abordagem mais tranquila e focada nas suas atuações em palco.
A metodologia de intervenção adotada, que combinou diversos elementos como a voz,
a organização estruturada e a análise harmónica, demonstrou ainda uma maior
eficácia na compreensão da música, contribuindo para um desenvolvimento mais
abrangente dos alunos enquanto intérpretes.Abstract: This report is divided into two parts and it was developed as part of the curricular
units of Supervised Teaching Practice and Artistic Teaching Project, which includes
professional internship and a research project.
In the first part are listed all the activities developed throughout the Supervised
Teaching Practice, which took place at the Centro de Cultura Musical (CCM) in Santo
Tirso with an 8th-grade student and the wind orchestra of the same year. The second
part includes the research project aimed at understanding and analyzing the effects of
applying different memorization methods on the performance of percussion students.
The research focuses on understanding the main differences between more
intuitive memorization methods centered on repetition and more deliberate methods
that promote the development of different types of memory, particularly involving
singing, methodical study organization, the use of study pads and harmonic analysis.
The study also aims to assess the impact of evaluating the applied strategies on the
evolution of the knowledge of percussion students (analyzing the effectiveness and
speed of assimilation of studies and musical pieces) and their stage confidence.
Using a case study methodology, this study involved five percussion students from
the 7th, 8th, 11th, and 12th grades and was complemented with interviews with seven
teachers of the subject Percussion. The impact of the research was evaluated through
the collection and analysis of semi-structured interviews and direct observation.
The data obtained suggested a significant increase in the participants' musical
confidence and security. A more consistent memorization process by the students lead
to calmer and more focused approach in their stage performances. The intervention
methodology that was used, which combined various elements such as voice,
structured organization and harmonic analysis, also demonstrated greater
effectiveness in understanding music, contributing to a more comprehensive
development of the students as performers
A flauta de bisel no Brasil: contextos, práticas e criação de repertório
Get PDFDissertação apresentada à Escola Superior de Artes Aplicadas do Instituto Politécnico de Castelo Branco para cumprimento dos requisitos necessários à obtenção do Grau de Mestre em Música - Flauta de Bisel.O presente trabalho incide sobre contextos e práticas associadas à flauta de bisel no
Brasil. Neste âmbito, o principal objetivo foi promover a criação e disseminação de
repertório para flauta contralto Helder através de práticas colaborativas entre
intérprete/compositor. Outros objetivos incluíram a verificação e caracterização de
contextos e usos relacionados ao instrumento, bem como a pertinência da utilização
de flautas de bisel modernas na execução da música contemporânea; e as implicações
do trabalho colaborativo no âmbito da criação de repertório. A metodologia incluiu
pesquisa bibliográfica, documental e musicológica; etnografia (realização de
entrevistas); experimentação e colaboração. Foram realizadas 8 entrevistas com
experientes compositores brasileiros, de forma a mapear conhecimentos acerca do
instrumento, implicações sobre a escrita para flauta de bisel moderna, e iniciativas
para a disseminação do instrumento no cenário da música de concerto. Entre os
resultados da investigação, consta a criação de 5 obras a solo inéditas para o
instrumento.Abstract: This work focuses on contexts and practices associated with the recorder in Brazil. In
this scope, the main objective was to promote the creation and dissemination of
repertoire for contralto Helder recorder through collaborative practices between
performer/composer. Other objectives included the verification and characterization
of contexts and uses related to the instrument, as well as the relevance of using
modern recorders in the performance of contemporary music; and the implications of
collaborative work in the context of creating repertoire. Methodology included
bibliographical, documentary and musicological research; ethnography (interviews);
experimentation and collaboration. Eight interviews were conducted with
experienced Brazilian composers, in order to map knowledge on the instrument,
implications for writing for modern recorder, and initiatives for the dissemination of
the instrument in the concert music scene. Results of the research include the
creation of five new solo works for the instrument
In vitro propagation and conservation of Lavandula stoechas subsp. luisieri and Pterospartum tridentatum: two important medicinal and aromatic species from Portugal
Get PDFLavandula stoechas subsp. luisieri and Pterospartum tridentatum are two valuable aromatic and medicinal plants. Their biometric and morphological parameters, such as the number of new shoots, length of the longest shoot, multiplication rate, and fresh weight, were evaluated using the multiplication MS medium protocol. The rooting protocols involved immersing the explants in IBA (1 g L−1) and a commercial IBA (3.3 g L−1) preparation (Clonex®). Slow-growth conservation assays were carried out using two different sucrose concentrations (15 g L−1 and 30 g L−1), and a control, with the cultures kept at 4 °C for 12 months. The multiplication rate for L. stoechas subsp. luisieri was 6.8, and that of P. tridentatum was 13.3, achieved using the MS medium supplemented with 0.2 mg L−1 BAP, 1 mg L−1 BAP, and 0.5 mg L−1 IBA. The application of Clonex® showed the best ex vitro rooting results in L. stoechas subsp. luisieri (77%) and P. tridentatum (90%). In the slow-growth conservation assays, at 4 °C, in darkness for 12 months, an excellent survival rate was achieved in L. stoechas subsp. luisieri (>80%) and P. tridentatum (>90%), even at the reduced sucrose concentration. This study demonstrates the effectiveness of in vitro multiplication and ex vitro rooting protocols for two valuable aromatic and medicinal plants. These findings are significant for the ex situ conservation of these species, as they provide effective long-term preservation and utilization strategies.This research was funded by the Research Centre for Natural Resources, Environment and Society (CERNAS-IPCB) (project UIDB/00681/2020), by the Portuguese National Funding Agency for Science, Research and Technology (FCT), and by the La Caixa Foundation and Portuguese Funding Agency for Science, Research and Technology, under project PD21-00003.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio
Biomechanical analysis of technical actions used in the 2021 European Judo Championship – Behavioral Patterns And Effectiveness.
Get PDFIn Judo, each motor action depends greatly on the behavioural and technical variability of each judoka, which largely determines the options and the predominance of biomechanical actions inherent to the movements themselves. The objective was to biomechanically analyse the technical actions used in the 2021 European Judo Championships based on combat time and gold score and verify the effectiveness of these same technical actions both genders. The study sample focused on 400 combats of the European Judo Championship 2021. We used an observation system created for this purpose, according to the classification system proposed by Sacripanti. Cross-frequency tables were produced, where the association degree between variables was analysed using the Chi Square test, where the significance level was set at p ≤ 0.05. We complemented the association analysis between variables by calculating the adjusted standardized residuals. In both genders and phases of combat, the use of binary techniques predominated over lever techniques,
with the hierarchy of technical resources used by judokas being identical. In golden score, women showed a significant association with the use of trunk-leg binary techniques. Throughout the fights, women registered differences in the use of groups of techniques. The trunk-leg binary and minimum arm lever techniques revealed significant effectiveness in both phases of combat in both the male and female categories.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio
Enhancing honey quality control using vibrational spectroscopy techniques
No full textEnsuring the quality of honey is vital for consumer safety, product authenticity, and maintaining its market value. Given honey's economic importance, developing a rapid and cost-effective method to certify its quality is essential. Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy with Attenuated Total Reflection (FTIR-ATR) and FT-RAMAN techniques have been extensively used in food analysis, particularly for honey. This study aims to compare the effectiveness of these two techniques in the quality control of honey. Calibration models were performed using Partial Least Squares Regression models for the parameters of total acidity, reducing sugars, hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF), electrical conductivity, ash content, proline content, diastase index, total flavonoids and phenolic compounds content. The calibration models for each parameter demonstrated determination coefficients greater than 0.965 for FTIR-ATR and greater than 0.983 for FT-RAMAN. The residual prediction deviation (RPD) values were higher than 5.5 for FTIR-ATR and higher than 7.6 for FT-RAMAN. Although both techniques provided excellent results, it can be concluded that FT-RAMAN is a more accurate technique compared to FTIR-ATR for the evaluation of the physicochemical characteristics of honey.This work was supported by Foundation for Science and Technology (FCT, Portugal) for their financial support through national funds FCT/MCTES (PIDDAC) to CERNAS-IPCB, UIDB/00681/2020 (DOI: 10.54499/UIDP/00681/2020); CIMO (UIDB/00690/2020 and UIDP/00690/2020) and SusTEC (LA/P/0007/2021)
Comportamentos indisciplinares no 2º Ciclo do Ensino Básico português: representações de professores e pais num Agrupamento de Escolas
No full textRealizámos estudo de metodologia quantitativa, exploratório, descritivo, transversal, analítico e explicativo, num Agrupamento de Escolas, sobre comportamentos indisciplinares dos alunos do 2º Ciclo do Ensino Básico, considerando as representações dos professores e dos pais/encarregados de educação dos alunos. Aplicámos um inquérito por questionário (respostas tipo Likert) a N = 8 professores e N = 30 pais/encarregados de educação, com observação documental (Projeto Educativo, dossiê de turmas do 5º e 6º ano de escolaridade) e notas de registo, durante março/maio de 2023. Os resultados confirmam existência de indisciplina na escola, sendo que raramente os professores realizam participações e processos disciplinares, enquanto a maioria dos pais (estilo parental autoritário), com educandos de problemas comportamentais indisciplinados, aplica castigos, zanga-se (ou ralha) ou proíbe os seus telemóveis, quando da prática de atos de indisciplina. Há uma tentativa de os professores utilizarem estratégias diversas para colmatar as situações de indisciplina, logo no início do ano.Abstract: We conducted a quantitative, exploratory, descriptive, cross-sectional, analytical, and explanatory study in a School Grouping on undisciplined behaviors of 2nd Cycle Basic Education students, considering the representations of teachers and parents/guardians of the students. A questionnaire survey (Likert scale responses) was applied to N = 8 teachers and N = 30 parents/guardians, along with documentary observation (Educational Project, class files for 5th and 6th-grade students) and record notes, during March/May 2023. The results confirm the existence of indiscipline in the school, with teachers rarely reporting disciplinary incidents or initiating disciplinary processes, while most parents (authoritarian parenting style) with children displaying undisciplined behavior impose punishments, get angry (or scold), or prohibit the use of their mobile phones when indiscipline occurs. Teachers attempt to use various strategies to address disciplinary situations right from the beginning of the school year.CeiED e FC
Amizade e Competências Socioemocionais em Alunos do 3º/4º Ano do Ensino Básico Português
No full textWe carried out quantitative research (descriptive, exploratory, transversal,explanatory) analyzing interpersonal/social friendship relationships(acceptance/refusal) and the mastery of socio-emotional skills in fourclasses with 3rd and 4th year students of basic education (sample N=91students), in a School Group in Castelo Branco in Portugal, in the Pre-COVIDperiod (November 2019), not being able to carry out the intervention of anEmotional Intelligence Development Program in these study subjects. Weinvestigated the significant differences between the social friendshiprelationships (sociometric friendship test) of students in the 3rd/4th year ofbasic education and the analysis of the results obtained by the EmotionalSkills Questionnaire. The study was guided by the following objectives:analyzing the acceptance/rejection of the relationship of 3rd/4th yearstudents from the four basic education classes; verify the significantdifferences in friendship relationships between 3rd/4th year students bygender; know the differences between 3rd/4th year students by class inemotional skills; Determine the socio-emotional skills by gender of 3rd/4thyear students by class. The results obtained confirmed that certain studentbehaviors in the group/class constitute an indicator of effective and valuedsocial skills in this socialization context.Realizamos uma investigação quantitativa (descritiva, exploratória, transversal, explicativa) analisando as relações interpessoais/sociais de amizade (aceitação/recusa) e o domínio de competências socioemocionais em quatro turmas com alunos do 3.º e 4.º ano do ensino básico (amostra N=91 alunos), num Agrupamento de Escolas de Castelo Branco em Portugal, no período Pré-COVID (novembro de 2019), não sendo possível realizar a intervenção de um Programa de Desenvolvimento de Inteligência Emocional nessas disciplinas de estudo. Investigamos as diferenças significativas entre as relações sociais de amizade (teste sociométrico de amizade) de alunos do 3º/4º ano do ensino básico e a análise dos resultados obtidos pelo Questionário de Competências Emocionais. O estudo foi norteado pelos seguintes objetivos: analisar a aceitação/rejeição da relação dos alunos do 3º/4º ano das quatro turmas do ensino básico; verificar as diferenças significativas nas relações de amizade entre alunos do 3º/4º ano por gênero; conhecer as diferenças entre os alunos do 3º/4º ano por turma nas competências emocionais; Determinar as competências socioemocionais por género dos alunos do 3.º/4.º ano por turma. Os resultados obtidos confirmaram que determinados comportamentos dos alunos no grupo/turma constituem um indicador de competências sociais eficazes e valorizadas neste contexto de socializaçãoFCT e CeiE
A dinâmica da indústria da moda
No full textRelatório de Estágio e Projeto apresentado à Escola Superior de Artes Aplicadas do Instituto Politécnico de Castelo Branco e Faculdade de Arquitetura da Universidade de Lisboa para cumprimento dos requisitos necessários à obtenção do grau de Mestre em Design de Vestuário e Têxtil.O presente relatório descreve o trabalho desenvolvido pela aluna Mariana Paulino Ferreira durante o estágio na Pulp Fashion, como parte dos requisitos para obtenção do grau de mestre em Design de Vestuário e Têxtil. Este estágio, de âmbito curricular, tem como objetivo principal investigar a dinâmica entre stylists e influencers na indústria da moda, explorando temas relacionados à moda e tendências, como styling e stylists, bem como o papel dos digital influencers no consumo de moda. A Pulp Fashion é uma referência no domínio do styling e da consultoria de imagem, oferecendo uma vasta experiência que abrange diversas áreas da moda, desde editoriais, catálogos, desfiles, styling de guarda-roupa televisivo, consultoria de imagem e publicidade.
Ao longo do período de estágio, que decorreu entre setembro de 2023 e março de 2024, a mestranda contactou com as diversas vertentes do styling de moda, incluindo consultoria de imagem, produções editoriais e participação em eventos do sector.
Nos últimos anos, a indústria da moda tem sido marcada por transformações significativas, impulsionadas, principalmente, pela ascensão das redes sociais e pela crescente influência dos digital influencers. Estas personalidades digitais conquistaram uma posição de destaque na promoção e disseminação de tendências, tornando-se figuras influentes no mundo da moda.
Por outro lado, os stylists têm desempenhado um papel crucial nos bastidores da indústria contribuindo significativamente para a criação de imagens e na construção de identidades de moda. Estes profissionais especializados têm a expertise necessária para combinar peças de vestuário, acessórios e maquilhagem, criando looks e produções que refletem as últimas tendências, transmitindo uma mensagem visual coerente.
Neste contexto, surge a questão de investigação: Qual é a natureza da relação entre stylists e influencers na indústria da moda: uma dinâmica de concorrência ou de parceria colaborativa?
Recorrendo a uma metodologia interventiva assente em técnicas de investigação qualitativa, nomeadamente uma entrevista, este relatório procura evidenciar a dinâmica intrínseca da relação entre estes dois grupos profissionais.Abstract: This report describes the work carried out by student Mariana Paulino Ferreira during her internship at Pulp Fashion, as part of the requirements for obtaining a master's degree in Clothing and Textile Design. The main aim of this curricular internship was to investigate the dynamics between stylists and influencers in the fashion industry, exploring topics related to fashion and trends, such as styling and stylists, as well as the role of digital influencers in fashion consumption.
Pulp Fashion is a benchmark in the field of styling and image consultancy, offering a wealth of experience covering various areas of fashion, from editorials, catalogs, fashion shows, television closet styling, image consultancy and advertising.
Throughout the internship period, which ran from September 2023 to March 2024, the master's student had contact with the various aspects of fashion styling, including image consultancy, editorial productions and participation in events in the sector.
In recent years, the fashion industry has been marked by significant transformations, driven mainly by the rise of social media and the growing influence of digital influencers. These digital personalities have gained a prominent position in the promotion and dissemination of trends, becoming influential figures in the fashion world.
On the other hand, stylists have played a crucial role behind the scenes in the industry, contributing significantly to the creation of images and the construction of fashion identities. These specialized professionals have the expertise to combine garments, accessories and make-up, creating looks and productions that reflect the latest trends and convey a coherent visual message.
In this context, the research question arises: What is the nature of the relationship between stylists and influencers in the fashion industry: a dynamic of competition or collaborative partnership?
Using an interventional methodology based on qualitative research techniques, namely an interview, this report seeks to highlight the intrinsic dynamics of the relationship between these two professional groups