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Antimicrobial resistance patterns of Staphylococcus spp. isolated from clinical...
Araújo, Daniela; Oliveira, Rui; Silva, B. L.; Castro, Joana Isabel Reis; Ramos, C.; Matos, F.; Almeida, Carina; Silva, Sónia CarinaStaphylococcus spp. are growing pathogens in humans and companion animals. The emergence of multidrug-resistant bacterial infections, such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus-associated infections, due to zoonotic transmission, is a major public health concern. Domestic animals, such as dogs and cats, are possible reservoirs of multi-resistant bacterial species, which makes it relevant to monitor them due t...
Impact of knowledge management and intellectual capital on organizational perfo...
Sucena, A.; Matos, F.; Nunes, A.Objective: This paper explores the relationship between intellectual capital and knowledge management in construction companies and how they impact organisational performance. Theoretical Framework: The construction industry is characterized by a unique set of challenges related to knowledge management and intellectual capital. Project-based work is a dominant feature, necessitating robust knowledge sharing amo...
Exploring seafarers' knowledge, understanding, and proficiency in SEEMP: A stra...
Dewan, M. H.; Ahmed Mustafi, M. A.; Matos, F.; Godina, R.With 2.89 % of global carbon emissions caused by human activity, the maritime industry faces an imminent challenge in curbing its carbon footprint despite regulatory initiatives. As the shipping sector expands, the industry faces a projected increase in carbon emissions. Recognizing the key role of seafarers in emission reduction, this article introduces a comprehensive training framework designed to enhance aw...
External return-to-work programs impact on women relauching their careers
Frisch, K.; Costa, S.; Matos, F.Women have higher drop-out rates during their professional careers, mainly due to family, child, or elderly care; furthermore, they have more difficulty returning to the workforce even if they are highly qualified, making the future of gender equality in the workplace a continuing challenge. Thus, encouraging women to re-enter the workforce after a career break makes sense from a gender perspective and, at the ...
Circular economy challenges within the road freight transport: Case study of Po...
Matos, F.; Perello-Marin, M. R.Nowadays, environmental concerns have significantly influenced business management and societal practices, leading to a strong focus on minimizing environmental damage and embracing sustainable development. This has prompted the adoption of greener supply chain practices and the transition towards a circular economy (CE). Companies are under pressure to incorporate green innovation practices, aiming for environ...
Exploring the key success factors: A case study of a digital marketplace platfo...
Prado, G.; Catapan, E.; Zanuzzi, C.; Matos, F.; Selig, P.Small agricultural businesses are exposed to global competitive paradigms, and digital marketing platforms have a significant social and economic impact on their competitiveness. An analysis of current product marketplace platforms reveals that many of these platforms cease to exist in an average period of two to three years, which raises the research question: Do any of these platforms have a track record exce...
Intellectual capital in construction SMEs: A systematic literature review
Sucena, A.; Matos, F.; Nunes, A.Purpose The present study aims to provide an overview of the topic of intellectual capital in SMEs in the construction industry. Identifying the different research paths based on a systematic literature review will allow effective knowledge of the topics under study and the definition of a research agenda for the future. Design/methodology/approach This Systematic literature review considers articles collected ...
Exploring the key success factors: A case study of a digital marketplace platfo...
Matos, F.; Catapan, E.; Prado, G.; Zanuzzi, C.; Selig, P.Small agricultural businesses are exposed to global competitive paradigms, and digital marketing platforms have a significant social and economic impact on their competitiveness. An analysis of current product marketplace platforms reveals that many of these platforms cease to exist in an average period of two to three years, which raises the research question: Do any of these platforms have a track record exce...
Managing the “S” in ESG: How asset managers disclose and consider human rights
Cruz, C. A.; Matos, F.Objective: The purpose of the research was to evaluate the commitment and due diligence measures directed at human rights in a sample of the largest international and European asset management companies, under OECD guidelines. Theoretical Framework: According to the OECD, companies can impact most internationally recognised human rights. However, there is a lack of studies that directly assess the human rights ...
Exploring the prevalence and antibiotic resistance profile of Klebsiella pneumo...
Araújo, D.; Castro, J.; Matos, F.; Oliveira, R.; Ramos, C.; Almeida, Carina Manuela Fernandes; Silva, Sónia CarinaKlebsiella spp. is an important pathogen in humans and animals and due to the indiscriminate use of antibiotics, its prevalence and antibiotic resistance has increased in companion animals. The main goal of this study was to investigate the prevalence and antibiotic resistance of Klebsiella spp. isolated from clinically ill cats and dogs admitted in veterinary clinics in the North of Portugal. A total of 256 cl...