Papers by Sandra Milena Torres Torres
Ciencias E Cognicao Science and Cognition, Dec 29, 2014
This study examined the leadership practices of Cuban women managers in Cuba and in the US, and w... more This study examined the leadership practices of Cuban women managers in Cuba and in the US, and whether preference for these practices by country of residence moderated career success or career entrenchment. The participants consisted of 348 managers across a variety of careers and professions who completed a 33 item survey. Demographic data was also gathered. While the study was quantitative, interaction with the Cuban respondents allowed the researcher to apply certain qualitative axiological assumptions. Descriptive statistics and regression analyses were computed to analyze the data. The findings from the study indicated several associations between leadership practices and country of residence. Overall, the data suggests a positive relation between country of residence and enabling others to act and career success, and a negative relation between any of the practices and career entrenchment. In general, the results support the argument that managers (leaders) should give high priority to the construct of developing, inspiring and enabling subordinates and upholding a leadership development framework and aligning their followers to that framework. The data also revealed that leadership practices in and out of Cuba can be similar, even though there is a marked difference in political ideology. These findings provide insight for those interested in the debate on whether women managers actually existed in Cuba and their leadership practices. Although there is now evidence that Cuban women managers are extant, there is a lack of substantive research into the examination within the field of leadership for this group. This study represents an important contribution to the existing literature regarding Cuban women, as it provides a framework for future stakeholders in Cuba to use in leadership development design. The themes can also be utilized to create professional development opportunities for business leaders, which can support initiating, implementing, and sustaining outstanding organizations in Cuba. Future studies of Cuban women managers that extend the understanding of the interrelationships between leadership practices and career success, career entrenchment and the role of country of residence would be valuable
Revista de Saúde Pública, 2014
OBJECTIVE To evaluate the larvicidal activity of Azadirachta indica, Melaleuca alternifolia, cara... more OBJECTIVE To evaluate the larvicidal activity of Azadirachta indica, Melaleuca alternifolia, carapa guianensis essential oils and fermented extract of Carica papaya against Aedes aegypti (Linnaeus, 1762) (Diptera: Culicidae). METHODS The larvicide test was performed in triplicate with 300 larvae for each experimental group using the third larval stage, which were exposed for 24h. The groups were: positive control with industrial larvicide (BTI) in concentrations of 0.37 ppm (PC1) and 0.06 ppm (PC2); treated with compounds of essential oils and fermented extract, 50.0% concentration (G1); treated with compounds of essential oils and fermented extract, 25.0% concentration (G2); treated with compounds of essential oils and fermented extract, 12.5% concentration (G3); and negative control group using water (NC1) and using dimethyl (NC2). The larvae were monitored every 60 min using direct visualization. RESULTS No mortality occurred in experimental groups NC1 and NC2 in the 24h exposure...
Life Sciences, 2004
Mouse paw oedema induced by carrageenan is used to determine if glucocorticoids are involved in t... more Mouse paw oedema induced by carrageenan is used to determine if glucocorticoids are involved in the antiinflammatory effects of peripheral benzodiazepine receptor ligands. The anti-inflammatory responses elicited by i.p. treatment with 1-(2-chlorophenyl)-N-methyl-N (1-methyl-propyl)-3-isoquinoline carboxamide (PK11195) and 7-chloro-5-(4-chlorophenyl)-1,3-dihydro-1-methyl-2-H-1, 4-benzodiazepin-2 (Ro5-4864) were reversed by aminoglutethimide, an inhibitor of steroidal synthesis. Intraplantar injection into the ipsilateral paw of Ro5-4864, but not PK11195, inhibited the formation of paw oedema and this effect was reversed by aminoglutethimide. These results suggest that glucocorticoids are involved in the systemic and local anti-inflammatory effects of Ro5-4864 and only in the systemic response to PK11195.
European Journal of Pharmacology, 1999
This study investigates the anti-inflammatory effects of 1-(2-chlorophenyl)-N-methyl-N(1-methylpr... more This study investigates the anti-inflammatory effects of 1-(2-chlorophenyl)-N-methyl-N(1-methylpropyl)-3-isoquinoline carboxamide and 7-chloro-5-(4-chlorophenyl)-1, 3-dihydro-1-methyl-2-H-1,4-benzodiazepin-2-one in paw oedema induced by carrageenan in mice. Pretreatment (24 h) with both ligands inhibited oedema formation in at different doses (0.00001-10 mg/kg, i.p.) with range of inhibition of 25% to 70%, in animals with or without adrenal glands. These results demonstrate, for the first time, an in vivo anti-inflammatory property of peripheral benzodiazepine receptor ligands.
Aggression and Violent Behavior, 2009
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a significant public health concern that affects an alarmingly... more Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a significant public health concern that affects an alarmingly high percentage of women. There is evidence to suggest that African American women are impacted by IPV at higher rates than are Caucasian women, yet little of the IPV literature addresses the cultural and structural factors that differentially affect African American and Caucasian couples. The present paper reviews the existing literature on IPV towards African American women, including prevalence, theories, risk factors for victimization, victims' psychological sequelae, barriers to service utilization, coping strategies, and interventions for survivors and perpetrators of IPV. Recommendations for counseling, research, and policy are explored.
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Papers by Sandra Milena Torres Torres