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Ultrasound treatment enhances tomato drought resistance from germination to see...
Nogueira, António; Teixeira, António; Martins, Joana T.; Gerós, H.; Puga, HélderDrought stress poses a major threat to tomato seed germination and early seedling growth. These critical stages for the establishment of a successful crop are compromised by drought, which disrupts water uptake, impairs metabolic functions, and induces oxidative damage. As a cornerstone of global agriculture, tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is increasingly vulnerable to these environmental pressures during its ea...
Ultrasound technology restores germination potential and seedling vigor in arti...
Nogueira, António; Puga, Hélder; Martins, Joana T.; Gerós, H.; Teixeira, AntónioSeed longevity and quality are crucial for agricultural sustainability, as aging negatively affects germination and seedling vigor. Prolonged storage and unfavorable environmental conditions promote oxidative stress, leading to lipid peroxidation, enzyme inactivation, and reduced antioxidant capacity. This study explored ultrasound technology as a novel, eco-friendly approach to counteract these aging-induced e...
Challenges of a mobile-based in-service teacher training model in Mozambique: a...
Chissico, Paulo; Sacadura de Sousa Paz, João Carlos; Teixeira, AntónioThis article describes research conducted to obtain the master degree on e-learning pedagogy. The authors present and discuss a Mozambican experience of using mobile devices in on-the-job and distance training of Primary and Secondary Education teachers. adult educators. The article analyses the technical-methodological and didactic limitations of the pedagogical team of the provider institution and the impleme...
Responsible and transparent use of GenAI in online assessment: a case study at ...
Paz, João; Teixeira, AntónioThe introduction of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) latest developments in Education has been proving to be particularly disruptive, even more then the textbook examples of the introduction of calculators and Internet. That fostered a need for adaptation that extends to all actors of the educational field, from institutions to teachers and students, that is still in progress. One of the educational d...
Empowering (e)ducators, inspiring learners: a cross-cultural exploration for in...
Gómez-Rey, Pilar; Chirinos, Jorge Raúl Maradiaga; Fernández-Navarro, Francisco; Teixeira, António; Barroso-Tristán, Jose MaríaThe development of interprofessional capabilities has become a crucial strategy for addressing the multifaceted challenges of today’s increasingly interconnected and volatile workplace environment. This study examines Martha Nussbaum’s Capability Approach (CA) as a framework for cultivating key tangible outcomes - such as communication, critical reasoning, empathy, and collaboration - that are vital in the inte...
Transforming assessment mindsets: professional development in early English lan...
Teixeira, António; Paz, João; Mourão, Sandie; Spilker, Maria João; Cardoso, Paula; Rocha, Maria AntonietaThe Transforming Assessment Mindsets (TAM) project aims both to research and support teacher training in the real-world context of professional development (PD) in early English language education using a blended Massive Open Online Course (bMOOC). The use of technology in teachers‘ PD is recognised as being effective and meaningful and bMOOCs have the potential to widen participation and disseminate innovation...
Empowering (e)ducators, inspiring learners: a cross-cultural exploration for in...
Gómez-Rey, P.; Maradiaga, J. R.; Fernández-Navarro, F.; Teixeira, António; Barroso-Tristán, J. M.The development of interprofessional capabilities has become a crucial strategy for addressing the multifaceted challenges of today’s increasingly interconnected and volatile workplace environment. This study examines Martha Nussbaum’s Capability Approach (CA) as a framework for cultivating key tangible outcomes - such as communication, critical reasoning, empathy, and collaboration - that are vital in the inte...
Desafios de um modelo de formação de professores em exercício baseado em dispos...
Chissico, Paulo; Paz, João; Teixeira, AntónioEste artigo descreve uma investigação conducente à obtenção do grau de mestre em Pedagogia de eLearning. Os autores apresentam e discutem uma experiência moçambicana de uso de dispositivos móveis na formação em exercício e a distância dos professores do Ensino Primário e educadores de adultos. No artigo analisam-se as limitações técnico-metodológicas e didáticas da equipa pedagógica da instituição provedora e d...
Estudo da composição florística para a conservação da biodiversidade no Parque ...
Lages, Barbara; Castro, Ana; Henriques, Renato; Teixeira, António; Gerós, HernâniA conservação da biodiversidade e a compreensão dos padrões de distribuição desempenham um papel crucial na promoção de uma gestão eficaz da terra. O presente estudo teve como objetivo identificar espécies herbáceas no Parque Urbano das Camélias, localizado na cidade de Braga. A pesquisa é uma colaboração entre a Escola de Ciências da Universidade do Minho e a Câmara Municipal de Braga. O local foi amostrado ut...
Estudo da composição florística para a conservação da biodiversidade no Parque ...
Lages, Barbara; Castro, Ana; Henriques, Renato; Teixeira, António; Gerós, HernâniThe conservation of biodiversity and the understanding of its distribution patterns play a crucial role in promoting effective land management. The present study aimed to identify herbaceous species in Parque Urbano das Camélias located in the city of Braga. The research was conducted as part of an ongoing collaboration between the School of Sciences at the University of Minho and the Municipal Council of Braga...