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- Avaliação do método histoquímico GASMoC para demonstração de micobactériasPublication . Cunha, Rute; Silva, Susana; Silva, Regina A.O método histoquímico Ziehl-Neelsen (ZN) é o método eleito em Anatomia Patológica e Microbiologia para a demonstração de micobactérias em tecidos e amostras citológicas. É usada uma solução corante de carbol-fuscina que contém fenol, um composto muito corrosivo e tóxico, que provoca efeitos adversos quando em exposição crónica. Recentemente, foi desenvolvido um método alternativo e isento de fenol (GASMoC), testado apenas em amostras de tecido infetado por duas espécies de Mycobacterium.
- Exploring Employee Experience: Millennial Human Resources Practitioners in the IT SectorPublication . Martins, Dora; Silva, Susana; Sousa, InêsThe labour market is going through a disruptive phase, characterised by changes in expectations about work. On the one hand, younger generations of employees value aspects such as purpose, personal development, and work-life balance, making these elements crucial to a positive experience at work. On the other hand, organisations recognise that employee satisfaction and well-being influence organisational success. Thus, the main objective of this study is to understand the employee experience of millennial human resources in the information technologies (IT) sector. As specific objectives, we intend to understand which (i) factors they consider influencing their personal and professional experience within organizations; (ii) organizational practices associated with the promotion of positive employee experience; (iii) organizational strategies adopted to promote a positive employee experience and, (iv) challenges linked with positive employee experience management. A qualitative research methodology was used to collect data, using a semi-structured interview with a group of 10 millennial human resources professionals joining the IT sector to answer the research question how is the experience of millennial human resources in the IT sector? The interviews were verbatim transcribed, and data were analysed according to thematic analysis procedures. Our findings show that human resources professionals belonging to the millennial generation express a greater interest in being part of organizations that offer a compensation and benefits system aligned with their performance, in addition to ensuring an effective work-life balance. Furthermore, they emphasize the influence of organizational behaviour on their job satisfaction, indicating that employee experience tends to be positive when the organization promotes a collaborative culture, fostering a work environment conducive to the development of strong interpersonal relationships, the creation of cohesive and dynamic teams, and a clear alignment between individual and organizational goals. Overall, the interviewees demonstrate satisfaction with their current employee experience, acknowledging that it meets their needs and interests comprehensively. Some conclusions for Human Resources Management are provided in the last part of the paper.
- Efeito da espessura do corte histológico na qualidade da impregnação argênticaPublication . Coelho, Carolina; Silva, Susana; Cardoso, Ana Rita; Almeida, João Carlos; Silva, ReginaO estroma hepático é constituído maioritariamente por colagénio do tipo III, formando uma complexa rede de fibras reticulares anastomosadas que fornece suporte aos hepatócitos e aos capilares sinusoides. Diversas condições patológicas provocam destruição, colapso ou alterações do padrão normal das fibras de reticulina, que podem ser evidenciadas por métodos de impregnação argêntica. A qualidade destes métodos pode ser afetada por diversos fatores, como a fixação, o processamento e a espessura dos cortes histológicos.
- The value of skills for a sustainable tourism and hospitality industryPublication . Silva, Susana; Silva, Cândida; Oliveira, MónicaSkills are one of the main themes in academic and labor environments. Nowadays, digital, green, and social and cultural skills are the key to achieving sustainable practices and sustainable development goals. Therefore, this study aims to characterize the current and future needs of digital, green, and social and cultural skills for the tourism and hospitality sectors. This was a quantitative study, with an online survey applied to students, teachers, and professionals. It was a convenience sample with 150 participants. Data were analyzed statistically with IBM SPSS version 28.0. Our results suggested that students, professionals, and trainers value digital, green, and social and cultural skills. With reference to digital skills, all participants considered themselves having an intermediate or advanced level of proficiency. All the participants considered themselves having an intermediate or advanced level of green skills. Regarding social and cultural skills, all the participants considered themselves having an advanced level of proficiency. Therefore, professionals reported higher levels of proficiency in all skills. In the same way, in the tourism sector, we observed higher proficiency levels of skills. To summarize, educational, sectorial, and entrepreneurial sectors recognize the relevance of digital, green, and social-cultural skills for the tourism and hospitality industry. With these skills, the sector will be more prepared to implement sustainability practices and achieve sustainability goals. Additionally, entrepreneurs should value these skills in professionals, and education institutions should integrate the development of these skills into their curricula.
- Cytochemical characterization of ascitic fluid from a patient with ovarian cancer- a case reportPublication . Silva, Susana; Silva, Regina A.; Ferreira, Verónica; Lobo, Cláudia; Monteiro, Paula; Abreu, Miguel Henriques; Bartosch, Carla; Ricardo, SaraEpithelial ovarian cancer is the most lethal gynecological malignancy and peritoneal metastases are the leading cause of morbidity and mortality. Malignant cells shed from primary tumor and float in ascitic fluid, as single cells or multicellular spheroids, and later implant on the peritoneal lining.
- Moving toward sustainability and circular economy in the restaurant industryPublication . Melo, António; Azevedo, Daniel; Silva, Susana; Silva, Goretti; Maia, Beatriz; Camões, Henrique; Barreto Salgueiro de Melo, Carla IsabelThe United Nations 2030 Agenda emphasizes reducing food waste through responsible consumption and production. The concept and principles of Circular Economy (CE) propose rethinking the entire food chain to minimize environmental impact. This chapter aims to characterize the adoption and implementation level of CE dimensions by restaurants in specified regions of Portugal. An exploratory quantitative study was performed through an online survey, with responses from 304 restaurants. Descriptive data analysis was performed with IBM SPSS 28.0. Key findings include significant food and beverage management practices, such as root-to-stem utilization and effective portion control. However, less emphasis is placed on practices like donating surplus food and promoting vegetarian options. Waste management practices, particularly waste separation, are widely adopted; however, energy and water-saving measures are lagging. The main conclusions highlight the need for increasing awareness, supportive governance, and investment in infrastructures to enhance CE adoption by restaurants and the food service industry. The results also advocate for collaborative efforts among stakeholders to overcome barriers and promote sustainable practices in the restaurant sector.
- Attraction and retention strategies: what matters to the millennial?Publication . Silva, Susana; Martins, Dora; Marques, AureaThe labour market is suffering many changes and transformations putting several challenges to human resources management. One of the biggest challenges is related to the attraction and retention of employees to work in several activity sectors and to retain the talent in the organisations. In particular, hospitality and technology sectors have seen robust growth since the pandemic-induced. This study aims to explore the strategies for attracting and retaining millennials. More specifically, to understand the challenges of multigenerational management, and to understand the strategies used by organisations to meet the needs and interests of the millennial generation. A qualitative exploratory study was conducted using a semi-structured interview with 17 Human resources managers. Data were analysed according to thematic analysis procedures. The results showed that university partnerships are the preferred practice for attracting millennials, work-life balance, benefits, organisational culture, investment in professional development, feedback, and recognition are the main attraction and retention strategies. Participants consider the millennial Generation to be committed, and the biggest challenge in managing generational diversity is linked to the demand and impatience of millennials. In conclusion, human resources managers should consider the generation characteristics to adequate and update their human resources practices.
- Exploring intercultural adjustment of self-initiated expatriates: a study of brazilians in PortugalPublication . Martins, Dora; Silva, Susana; Silva, QuérenSelf-initiated expatriation is a widespread phenomenon that has gained limited attention, in particular related to some countries and industries. Recent literature indicates that the hospitality industry is looking for talent beyond national boundaries. The main goal of this study is to understand the experiences of Brazilian self-initiated expatriates (SIEs) residing in Portugal. We are studying how individuals adjust to the job market and Portuguese society, to identify factors that help or hinder their integration into a country known as “sister nations”. The methodology employed in this study involved a qualitative approach to comprehensively investigate the experiences of Brazilian SIEs living in Portugal. A semi-structured interview script was administered to the participants, focusing on their perceptions of cultural adjustment in the country. The findings of this research indicate that adapting to the intercultural environment in Portugal can be quite difficult in terms of professional development. Building social connections and being part of the SIE communities is crucial for a smooth transition and integration into the country. The perception of acceptance by the local community varies, with some individuals reporting positive experiences while others encounter prejudice and discrimination. Participants mentioned that the main challenge in finding work in Portugal is the recognition of degrees in certain fields of study. The final section outlines the study’s limitations and suggests future research directions, with a specific focus on SIEs in Portugal.
- Exploring employee retention practices in the Portuguese hospitality industryPublication . Martins, Dora; Borges, Debora; Silva, SusanaThe recent developments in the hospitality industry and the overall economy following the recent pandemic, demonstrate a need for a new examination of how job seekers perceive hospitality jobs. The hospitality industry plays a major role in the Portuguese economy, contributing greatly to employability in Portugal. This study seeks to characterise talent retention in hotel units located in the Greater Porto region, one of Portugal’s main tourist regions. Based on a qualitative methodology, using an exploratory study, 10 semi-structured interviews were carried out involving human resources management professionals. The results suggest that professional factors are the determining factors in talent retention, specifically job satisfaction, organisational commitment, leadership and the work environment. This study provides some ideas for retention practices, centred on the perspective of human resources managers, on how to maintain the professional satisfaction of teams and reinforce their desire to continue in the hotel industry. This paper also includes the theoretical and practical implications of the findings as well as outlines the limitations and further research.
- Talent management versus tourism and hospitality business: a bibliometric analysisPublication . Mira, Maria do Rosário; Costa, Vânia; Campinho, Sara Pereira; Pereira, Raquel; Moura, Andreia; Silva, SusanaThis paper examines the importance of talent management in tourism and hospitality, focussing specifically on the effect of human capital management on business success. As it is a topic that is still relatively underexplored in the literature, a bibliometric analysis was conducted, guided by the following keywords: ‘Human Capital’, ‘Tourism’, ‘Hospitality’, and ‘Talent Management’. The scientific mapping of co-occurrences identifies contradictory perspectives and provides insights for future research, highlighting the most relevant dimensions for understanding this issue. The study of bibliometric indicators, along with the analysis of co-occurrences and their main connections, enabled the extraction of four clusters: ‘Talent Management’ (Cluster 1), ‘Management Practices’ (Cluster 2), ‘Business Sustainability’ (Cluster 3), and ‘Corporate Responsibility’ (Cluster 4). The data were processed using the VOSviewer software. Retaining talent in the hotel industry appears challenging, as the trend in talent management has shifted towards green talent management.