COMPREHENSIVE MOLECULAR CHARACTERIZATION OF ESCHERICHIA COLI ISOLATES FROM URINE SAMPLES OF HOSPITALIZED PATIENTS IN RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL

Comprehensive Molecular Characterization of Escherichia coli Isolates from Urine Samples of Hospitalized Patients in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are often caused by Escherichia coli.Their increasing resistance to broad-spectrum antibiotics challenges the treatment of UTIs.Whereas, E.coli ST131 is often multidrug resistant (MDR), ST69 remains susceptible to antibiotics such as cephalosporins.Both STs are commonly linked to community and nosocomial infections.E

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Who Are the Freshmen at Highest Risk of Dropping Out of University? Psychological and Educational Implications

It is estimated that one in three students drop out of university by the end of the first year of study.Dropping out of university has significant consequences, not only for the student but also for the university and for society as a whole.A total of 1.154 Italian freshmen were involved in this study and were divided based on their intention to dr

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