University Of Porto Research Articles

Oficina biográficas com estudantes e investigadores- um método que constrói comunidade

The text briefly presents the principles, dynamics and protocol of the biographical workshops, high-lighting the potential of the method in the fields of research, training and potentially for civic action. It quotes excerpts from testimonies authorized by participants of the two workshops held at the Institute of Sociology at Porto University in Octo-ber 2022 illustrating the effects resulting from the experience of participating in these two working groups. We place the pertinence of the method in an interdisciplinary field, affiliated with qualita-tive sociology, North American anthropology, and the stream of life stories in education, in which the author was trained. This framework in dialogue with the reflections of the participants makes it possible to specifically analyze the experience in group of the collective dimensions of biographi-cal work. Consequently, it also enables the iden-tification of the mechanisms facilitating a sense of belonging in academic and scientific contexts marked by precariousness. The article illustrates the theoretical-practical coherence of this method enhances for training and exercise within the social sciences and humanities.

A retrospective histopathological survey on canine lymphomas subtypes of Porto District.

Lymphomas are dogs' most common hematopoietic neoplasms and represent a heterogeneous group, as occurs in humans. Considering the role of dogs as models of human lymphomas and the geographical correlation of the cases of canine and human lymphoma, it is important to continuously assess the epidemiological distribution of lymphoma subtypes in dogs. This study aimed to provide a survey of canine lymphoma subtypes diagnosed from 2005 to 2016 in the academic veterinary pathology laboratory of the University of Porto. A total of 75 canine lymphomas diagnosed by histopathology in the Porto district were included. All cases were immunophenotyped by CD3 and PAX5, classified according to the current classification WHO and coded with Vet-ICD-O-canine-1. Mixed breed dogs were most common (28%), followed by Cocker Spaniels (12%), Boxers (9%), and Labrador Retrievers (6%). The mean age was 9.2 years (SD = 3.3) (10.7 years for small, 8.9 years for medium and large, and 5.7 years for giant breed dogs, p < 0.05). Regarding sex, there was no difference in frequencies or mean age. B-cell lymphomas were more common (57.4%) than T-cell lymphomas (37.3%), and 5.3% were classified as non-B/non-T-cell lymphomas. Of the cases, 49% had a multicentric distribution, followed by splenic (22%), cutaneous (12%), alimentary (12%), and extranodal (3%) forms. The most common B-cell subtypes were diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) (16.3%) and large immunoblastic lymphoma (14%), while T-zone lymphoma (21.4%) and intestinal lymphoma (18%) were the most common T-cell lymphoma subtypes. Our study shows that the Porto district follows the international trend of higher prevalence of B-cell lymphomas in dogs, especially of the DLBCL subtype.

Protection Measures and Change in the Perception of Work Risks with COVID-19, in a Representative Sample of Portuguese Tattoo Artists

Introduction: Tattoo Artists are exposed to Occupational Hazards, but the bibliography is scarce. Methodology: this is a Mixed Exploratory Study carried out with a quantitative component (online questionnaire) and a qualitative component (online interview). The questionnaire was available between April 2020 and March 2021 and was distributed by the companies/professionals that work on Tattoos, main national magazines in the sector, companies that supply products and equipment and organizing committees of the main national congresses. The research project was approved by the Ethics Committee of the Faculty of Arts of the University of Porto (28.04.2020) and an informed consent was obtained. As an inclusion criterion, it was considered to carry out tattooing tasks on a paid basis. As exclusion criteria, working outside the country or not mastering the Portuguese language stood out. Results: 207 Tattoo Artists answered the questionnaire (25.87% of professionals registered in Portugal) and nine interviews took place. Numerous statistically significant associations were found between the variables analysed. Final considerations: the main weaknesses of the study are related to the difficulties inherent in data collection: as it was carried out using an online questionnaire, it was not controlled whether all respondents practiced the profession of Tattoo Artists. Furthermore, as it is a voluntary questionnaire, it is possible that the sample retained professionals who value Occupational Health issues. This investigation combined quantitative and qualitative techniques, so that it was possible to take advantage of and mitigate the disadvantages of both; in fact, the qualitative aspect sequentially completed and explored the data initially obtained in the survey, as well as it allowed to deepen issues initially not programmed, such as the possible interference of the Pandemic associated with SARS-COV2 in the general Risk Perception and compliance with the Standards of Good Practices. Regarding the interviews, the sample was reduced, although the answers were reasonably repeated. During those, even though the questions were posed based on what the Tattoo Artists’ thoughts on what most of the colleagues considered and not having to answer only for themselves, this may still have motivated them to respond in a more politically correct manner. In the overall project, very complete data were obtained on Occupational Health applied to this professional sector, part of which had not been published before, which will certainly constitute an asset to acting more effectively. Overall, Portuguese Tattoo Artists believe that most of their colleagues try to comply with the standards of Good Practice, and this attitude was boosted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Inverted classes as a successful tool to overcome teaching and learning challenges imposed by COVID-19 lockdown to food microbiology laboratory classes

This study evaluated if the online inverted classes (IC) model maintained high students’ learning engagement and performance on the laboratory component of Food Microbiology during an academic year dominated by COVID-19-lockdown, compared to pre-pandemic years. Porto University students from 2 courses (n = 36-Pharmaceutical Sciences; n = 59-Nutrition Sciences) were engaged. A high rate of students answered they prefer the IC rather than lecture-only style delivery mode and were involved in the IC learning process (prepared classes asynchronously; participated in case-studies resolution during synchronous classes). Very good laboratory final performances were maintained as in pre-pandemic years. Variable perceptions about work volume and adaptation to face-to-face laboratory classes were observed among both groups, potentially related to different course organization and defined learning outcomes/competences.

A REVIEW AND VISUALIZATION ON COMPETITIVE SWIMMING FROM 1998 TO 2022

This article aims to explore the state of knowledge and research opportunities at the intersection of Competitive Swimming. To this end, this article utilizes bibliometric analysis to visualize and quantitatively evaluate the literature. Citation datasets were downloaded from the Web of Science core collection from 1998 to 2022. The research was performed using the CiteSpace tool. The results revealed that journal publications (435 articles) are the most in this field with the most productive country is Portugal. In addition, the University of Porto was ranked first based on citations. While Medicine &amp; Science in Sports &amp; Exercise was the top-ranked journal, Energetics and Biomechanics as Determining Factors of Swimming Performance: Updating the State of the Art and The Use of Neural Network Technology to Model Swimming Performance were the most representative references based on citation counts (10), respectively. Although the field is still young and promising, the article will be a starting point for new researchers willing to advance their research in this domain.

Wet tropospheric correction for satellite altimetry using SIRGAS-CON products

Abstract The wet tropospheric correction (WTC) is a required correction to satellite altimetry measurements, mainly due to the atmospheric water vapor delay. On-board microwave radiometers (MWR) provide information for WTC estimation but fail in coastal zones and inland waters. In view to recover the WTC in these areas, the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)-derived Path Delay Plus (GPD+) method, developed by the University of Porto, uses Zenith Tropospheric Delays from GNSS global and regional networks’ stations combined with other sources of information, providing a WTC solution for all along-track altimeter points. To densify the existing dataset used by GPD+, it is necessary to add new GNSS stations, mainly in the southern hemisphere, in regions such as South America, Africa and Oceania. This work aims to exploit the SIRGAS-CON data and its potential for densification of the GPD+ input dataset in Latin America and to improve GPD+ performance. The results for the three analyzed satellites (Sentinel-3A, Sentinel-3B and CryoSat-2) show that, when compared with the WTC from GNSS and radiosondes, the densified GPD+ WTC leads to a reduction in the RMS of the WTC differences with respect to the non-densified GPD+ solution, up to 2 mm for the whole region and up to 5 mm in some locations.

Visual Spaces of Change: Self-reflection on Architecture and Urban Change Through Photography

This paper synthetizes theoretical aspects of photography related to architecture, city and territory, as well as the case studies coming from the research project Visual Spaces of Change, focusing on the use of photography to investigate the dynamics of architecture and urban change. The project proposed to engage researchers and artists from the fields of architecture, art and image in the creation of visual narratives that promote public debates and a new understanding on urban change. The methodological framework adopted an integrative approach regarding Architecture, City and Territory integrating a series of open talks, public presentations and exhibitions of contemporary photography projects related to the subjects of Architecture, City and Territory during the years of 2019 and 2020 on several public spaces of Oporto City. A pedagogical experiment was also taken that builds up on previous research and had as base the several impressions from the students collected through quantitative and qualitative survey. The potential of visual methods for communicating the identity and transformation of architectures and public spaces are made clear through the discussion of photography (including its uses, methods and approaches) as a valuable research tool and technique to disseminate architecture and public space problematics in contemporary cities. The paper presents the results of the qualitative survey made to the audience of four site-specific exhibitions comprehending visual narratives produced in the context of the research project, as well as the survey made to students of Architecture from third year (1ºcycle) in the Faculty of Architecture of University of Porto (FAUP).

Assessing the research and teaching performance of the mechanical engineering teaching staff at FEUP

This paper analyses the research and teaching performance of the teaching staff of the Integrated Master in Mechanical Engineering (MIEM) at the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto (FEUP). Performance in the two strands of professional activity is measured by the number of publications authored by the individuals and their impact on the scientific community, and by the marks receive from the students through pedagogic questionnaires (PQs). The teaching staff includes all permanent elements involved in MIEM curricular units (CU), with the exception of those teaching just the CU Dissertation. The set has 74 professionals, with 62 from the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The staff bibliographic data are public and were collected from the Scopus database at the end of September, 2021. The PQs data are classified and were provided to the cycle of studies Board by FEUP” Sigarra administrative office. Data for all CUs were considered, with the exception of Dissertation, in a per semester basis, for the period 2016–2017 up to 2020–2021. The methodology consists of (i) processing and analyzing, separately, the datasets collected from Scopus and Sigarra to obtain statistical figures characterizing both areas of activity, and (ii) testing the research and teaching information to find out whether or not those data are correlated. The results show that the MIEM teaching staff has good publication rating, with (i) group h-index 117, (ii) 4 publications per capita in 2020, (iii) 23% owing more than 100 and 9% more than 200 works published, (iv) 22% having more than 1500 and 11% more than 3000 citations, and (iv) 19% holding h-index greater than 24 and 7% greater than 40. However, the distributions of research indicators are uneven, with (i) 50% of the staff contributing merely with 10% of the publications, (ii) 41% having less than 300 citations, and (iii) 43% holding h-index below 10. With respect to teaching, the MIEM staff is highly appreciated by the students. The average score over the period 2016–2020 is close to 5.3 points out of 7, with 19% receiving more than 6.0 and 51% more than 5.3. The scores are evenly distributed, with just 4% individuals rated below 4.0. Finally, it was found that the research and teaching data are not correlated (Pearson correlation coefficient less than 0.1), which strengthens the idea that all elements of the teaching staff can potentially be good on both components of activity, possibly, just needing appropriate stimuli and recognition.

Characterizing Academic Engineering Research Groups

Academic research is a key activity of higher learning institutions, where the knowledge, skills and capabilities of the staff are directed towards scientific activities. The case of academic engineering research groups is quite particular, as they must perform academic research work but still consistently work with industrial partners in problem-solving research activities. Although they appear to be distinct, these aspects are interconnected and combining impactful research work and academic training is highly advantageous to group performance. This paper studies the operation of academic engineering research groups, starting with a literature review on the subject, followed by an analysis of a case study. The target of the case study is the Advanced Joining Processes Unit, part of the Institute of Science and Innovation in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto, a leading research unit in mechanical engineering, performing research on advanced joining processes. The main lesson drawn is that to achieve lasting success and significant impact on the scientific community and society, a research group must operate with clear and result-oriented leadership, able to provide a work environment with well-defined goals, and which is consistently working towards knowledge generation and dissemination.

Editorial of the 1st Issue of Journal on Mechanics of Solids

This is the first issue of the Journal on Mechanics of Solids (JMS). The journal is published by the University of Porto. JMS is an international, peer-reviewed, open access journal dedicated to publishing high-quality, cutting-edge research and review articles in various areas of solid mechanics that contribute to our understanding of the mechanics of solids and structures. JMS covers analytical, theoretical, experimental, and numerical studies that advance the practice of solid mechanics. The journal is expected to receive contributions from various areas of solid mechanics, including (but not limited to) biomechanics, contact mechanics, environmental influences, elasticity and plasticity, micro- and nanomechanics, fracture and damage mechanics, viscoelastic and viscoplastic materials, vibration and dynamics of solids and Structures, mechanics of composites and polymer materials. The scope of the journal also includes fatigue, impact, and creep of solids and structures. JMS also publishes articles on material characterization and mechanical behavior of engineered materials.

1.J. Round table: Research Methods for Public Health Oriented Health Services Research – what works where and for what?

Abstract This workshop will present the different methodological approaches relevant to the field of public health. This includes approaches of health systems and health policy research, epidemiology, health technology assessment, health impact assessment, health systems performance and economic evaluations. Presentations will be hold by presidents and vice-presidents of the EUPHA Sections in the form of a panel, presenting the overview of each methodology and providing case examples. All organizers might invite special contributions from their members and students to share innovations of case examples from their counties. During the first half of the workshop the EUPHA Sections will provide input on traditional and innovative methods the following topics: 1. Health Policy and Systems Research (HPSR) applied to Primary Care. 2. The use of traditional and innovative epidemiological study designs for public health relevant inferences. 3. Overview of methods used for the quantification of health impacts, both following a risk assessment approach or an epidemiological approach. 4. Methodologies and techniques applied in Health Technology Assessment (HTA) and how their contribute to decision-making and evidence-informed policymaking. 5. Health Systems Performance Assessment (HSPA) and Economic evaluations. 6. Research methods from the public health policy and politics perspective. In the second half of the workshop we will discuss and share examples on innovation in research methods and seek to find an answer to the question: what is being done in the countries? Input from DGPH-FO, DNVF-IHRS, Charité WG HPSRI and from all participants will be welcome. Target audience: young and old professionals interested in updating their methods skills and sharing their own experiences on innovation in methods for a stronger public health research. Key messages • There are no better or worse research methods; they are just a tool, that when applied properly support evidence and action for a stronger public health. • As knowledge on research methods evolve, sharing knowledge amongst different fields is key to contribute to a stronger health system, better health policy decisions and a better health for all. Speakers/Panellists Lorena Dini Charité Univesitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany Piedad Martin-Olmedo Escuela Andaluza de Salud Pública, Granada, Spain Stefania Boccia Italian Society of Hygiene, Preventive Medicine and Public Health, Rome, Italy Chiara de Waure University of Perugia, Perugia, Italy João Vasco Santos Faculty of Medicine, University of Porto, CINTESIS, Porto, Portugal

The SARS-CoV-2 Infection Among Students in the University of Porto: A Cross-Sectional Study

Objective: We aimed to quantify SARS-CoV-2 specific antibodies' seroprevalence among university students in Porto. Methods: A rapid point of care testing for SARS-CoV-2 specific immunoglobulin (Ig) M and IgG antibodies was performed, and a questionnaire was applied to 6512 voluntary students from September to December 2020. We computed the apparent IgM, IgG, and IgM or IgG prevalence, and the true prevalence and 95% credible intervals (95% CI) using Bayesian inference. Results: We found an apparent prevalence (IgM or IgG) of 9.7%, the true prevalence being 7.9% (95% CI 4.9-11.1). Prevalence was significantly higher among males (10.9% vs. 9.2%), international students (18.1% vs. 10.4% local vs. 8.8% nationally displaced), and increased with age. Those with a known risk contact, that experienced quarantine, had symptoms, or a previous negative molecular test had a higher seroprevalence. Of the 91 (1.4%) students who reported a molecular diagnosis, 86.8% were reactive for IgM or IgG. Conclusion: Based on immunological evidence infection was 5.6-fold the reported molecular diagnosis. The higher seroprevalence among male, older, and international students emphasizes the importance of identifying particular groups.

OCEANOGRAPHIC ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT USING UNDERWATER GLIDERS

REP(MUS) 21 is an annual exercise jointly organised by the Portuguese Navy, the University of Porto, NATO’s Centre for Maritime Research and Experimentation (CMRE) and the NATO Maritime Unmanned Systems Initiative. The exercise gives Allies and NATO partners a chance to field and evaluate new maritime technologies. A Rapid Environmental Assessment warfare group was formed using Maritime Unmanned Systems to perform an environmental assessment of this area, by collecting data from the upper ocean region (0- 200 m.), sea surface, littoral shallow waters, and river estuary. Underwater Gliders were used in the REPMUS21 exercise, brought by several partners, to conduct environmental observations from the underwater domain of the exercise’s Joint Operations Area (JOA). This paper focuses on the use of SeaExplorer underwater gliders to collect oceanographic data during the exercise, and the operational impact of using this knowledge to compile the Recognized Environmental Picture of the exercise area.

Editorial

Product Engineering is a crucial competence for a modern engineer. The jobs in the Chemical Engineering sector have been evolving from commodities production to product development. So, the universities changed the curricula of Chemical Engineering to keep up with industry needs. Product development is particularly relevant in Portugal, where Small to Medium companies dominate the industrial sector, both in terms of number and job creation.More than a decade ago, in 2009, the Master in Chemical Engineering Programme at the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto (FEUP) started a course on Product Engineering. Prof. Alírio E. Rodrigues initially introduced this course based on the methodology of Cussler and Mogridge (2001, 2011). A detailed analysis of the implementation of Product Engineering in Chemical Engineering curricula was later published by Rodrigues and Cussler (2016).

Rapid Detection of Plasmid AmpC Beta-Lactamases by a Flow Cytometry Assay.

Plasmidic AmpC (pAmpC) enzymes are responsible for the hydrolysis of extended-spectrum cephalosporins but they are not routinely investigated in many clinical laboratories. Phenotypic assays, currently the reference methods, are cumbersome and culture dependent. These methods compare the activity of cephalosporins with and without class C inhibitors and the results are provided in 24–48 h. Detection by molecular methods is quicker, but several genes should be investigated. A new assay for the rapid phenotypic detection of pAmpC enzymes of the Enterobacterales group-I (not usually AmpC producers) based on flow cytometry technology was developed and validated. The technology was evaluated in two sites: FASTinov, a spin-off of Porto University (Portugal) where the technology was developed, and the Microbiology Department of Ramón y Cajal University Hospital in Madrid (Spain). A total of 100 strains were phenotypically screened by disk diffusion for the pAmpC with the new 2 h assay. Molecular detection of the pAmpC genes was also performed on discrepant results. Forty-two percent of the strains were phenotypically classified as pAmpC producers using disk diffusion. The percentage of agreement of the flow cytometric assay was 93.0%, with 95.5% sensitivity and 91.1% specificity. Our proposed rapid assay based on flow cytometry technology can, in two hours, accurately detect pAmpC enzymes.

Universities’ built heritage as a means to diversify urban tourist destinations’ cultural supply: the case of the University of Porto

Purpose This study aims to illustrate the potential of the many centuries-old universities buildings, in European cities, in a historical, architectural, aesthetic and symbolic dimension to diversify and differentiate urban tourist destinations supply. Design/methodology/approach This is a qualitative study supported by the analysis of public and classified documents, for which the main source is based on webography, and by conducting interviews. Findings The deficit of cultural tours, in the dimension of built heritage, is identified as one of the weaknesses of the city of Porto, as tourist destination, to be overcome. The interviewees are unanimous in recognizing the cultural, architectural and aesthetic impact of the historic buildings of the University of Porto, and most of them strongly agree with the integration of this legacy into the tourist offer of the city. The strategic sense of the heritage is emphasized, because of its location in charismatic areas of the city. The practice of effective networking, however, falls short of what is required to achieve ambitious and consistent objectives. Research limitations/implications The practice of effective networking, however, falls short of what is required to achieve ambitious and consistent objectives. Originality/value Emphasis is placed on the cities’ built heritage as a type of heritage that defines their uniqueness. The dissemination of cultural itineraries, which allows tourists and the community itself a broader and deeper cultural knowledge, contributes to the effective understanding of historic cities’ tourism. Given the scarcity of studies on the relationship between historic university buildings and tourism, the relevance of research focuses on highlighting the contribution of these cultural elements, through a network-based dynamic, to urban tourism destinations’ attractiveness. In particular, the University of Porto's potential for the integration of structured tourism products that contribute to the diversification and differentiation of the city of Porto as a destination is illustrated.

Editorial

The Symposium on Environmental Engineering (SEE), organized in the scope of the 4th Doctoral Congress in Engineering (DCE21), was hosted at the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Porto (FEUP), Portugal, on June 28th and 29th, 2021. This event was organized in virtual mode by Ph.D. students of the Doctoral Program in Environmental Engineering (PDEA) at FEUP, with the support of their professors. A book of abstracts was published gathering all the SEE-related information (ISBN: 978-972-752-280-4). The SEE covered multidisciplinary themes, with 26 oral and 40 poster presentations comprising a wide range of topics within the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): - Clean Water: Emerging Pollutants, Monitoring, and Treatment; Air Quality: Emissions, Assessment and Health Safety; Waste Management and Circular Economy; Energy, Sustainability and Innovation: Products, Technologies, and Climate Change Mitigation.

Visual archives towards the recovery and reactivation of artistic and pedagogical heritage at the School of Fine Arts in Porto

This article reviews the development of a visual archive within the scope of a funded project Wisdom Transfer that was realised at the Faculty of Fine Arts (FBAUP), University of Porto, in Portugal from 2018 to 2021. The project’s directional objective was to research on the pedagogic environment at the faculty during key years preceding the Revolution of 25 April 1974, towards recovering and reactivating the connected historical, empirical, and technical heritage – which had had a pivotal influence on the maturation of the faculty’s now distinctive cultural identity.&#x0D; The visual archive was based on photographic and audio-visual materials gathered through a series of interview-based sessions with noted artists who were associated with the faculty during the indicated period as either teachers or students.&#x0D; The photographic materials included both original imageries belonging to the period, and contextual pictures taken during the project period, and became generative resources for both the reconstruction of pedagogic histories, and their reinterpretation in contemporary contexts of creative education. The article, thereby, concatenates the methodological elements that were instrumental in the articulation of the visual archive, alongside a number of key project outputs towards highlighting the efficacy of photographs and photography in conducting social research.

Comparative evaluation of post-operative pain after using manual irrigation and EDDY during root canal irrigation

Objectives: Post-endodontic pain (PEP) represents a significant challenge for dentists and patients. It can worsen patients’ quality of life and teeth function. This study compared the risk of PEP between irrigations using an EDDY device and a conventional endodontic needle among patients seeking initial non-surgical root canal treatment. Methods: This prospective single-center randomized controlled clinical trial was conducted at the Dental Clinic of the Faculty of Dental Medicine of the University of Porto, Portugal. The participants were diagnosed with irreversible pulpitis or pulp necrosis. Eighty single- rooted teeth were randomly assigned to one of two irrigation groups: EDDY or manual syringe irrigation with needles with up-and-down movement (control group). PEP was assessed at 8, 24, and 48 hours postoperatively using the visual analog scale. Student’s t-test, Kruskal-Wallis test, Pearson’s chi-square test with Fisher’s exact test, and Friedman’s posthoc sign test were used. Results: Eight hours after irrigation, the EDDY group experienced a statistically significant higher incidence of pain (p=0.041) (52.5%) compared to the manual irrigation group (30%). There was no statistically significant difference between groups regarding the PEP 24 hours (p=0.068) and 48 hours (p=0.433) after RCT. Conclusions: EDDY irrigation during initial RCT is associated with a higher incidence of PEP, mainly in the first 24 hours, compared to manual irrigation. Afterward, the rate of PEP was similar between groups, with a gradual decline in pain intensity.

SCS 4th Annual Conference: Strength and Conditioning for Human Performance, Porto, Portugal, 2021.

On behalf of the Strength & Conditioning Society (SCS) and the Faculty of Sport of the University of Porto, we are pleased to present the abstracts of the SCS 4th Annual Conference: Strength and Conditioning for Human Performance, which took place in, Porto, Portugal, on 12–13 November 2021. The event was a success with invited sessions from renowned international and national speakers on a myriad of topics related to strength and conditioning and its application to health and sports performance, such as agility training and testing, high-intensity interval training in chronic conditions, hamstring strain injuries in soccer, and the utilization of surface electromyography (EMG) decomposition for assessing human performance, among others. During the Conference there were also different practical workshops on (1) velocity-based training; (2) performance testing and athlete monitoring using force platforms; (3) 3D kinematics tracking and flow force assessment in aquatic sports; (4) the application of inertial sensors for physical performance testing; (5) muscle fiber recruitment, force production, and energy expenditure in progressive bicycle testing; (6) EMG decomposition, motor-units recruitment, and muscle contraction modes; and (7) recovery strategies in team-sport athletes. Researchers and academics were able to present their latest findings by submitting the abstracts that compose this Conference Report.