http://bdtd.uftm.edu.br/handle/tede/1 Dissertações e Teses digitais organizadas por programa de pós-graduação Sat, 18 Apr 2026 10:09:56 GMT 2026-04-18T10:09:56Z http://bdtd.uftm.edu.br/handle/123456789/2076 Título: Arte e empreendedorismo: uma análise acerca da integração do Art Thinking na gestão empresarial Abstract: The integration of art into personal and professional life is recognized as a crucial avenue for interpersonal and personal development, as well as for innovation and leadership. Art Thinking, by offering creative strategies from the arts to solve business challenges, is emerging as a promising way to boost creativity and problem-solving in organizations. However, despite its potential, there are still gaps in our understanding of the main concepts and applications of Art Thinking. This research aims to investigate Art Thinking as a way of constructing meaning, exploring the main concepts and applications in personal and professional development in organizations. The study is qualitative, descriptive and cross-sectional, with data collection procedures using a questionnaire and a structured interview, recorded and transcribed, with thirteen entrepreneurs and leaders who incorporate art into their activities. According to the interviewees, art has the potential to positively impact various aspects of the business world. Integrating Art Thinking into business strategy can provide tangible and intangible benefits, contributing to the success and sustainability of organizations. Art Thinking has great potential to drive innovation, personal development and organizational culture in companies, although there are challenges and different perceptions about its applicability that must be considered. The continuous change of perspective, openness to experience and improvisation are highlighted as the main skills inherent in this professional profile. The artistic process, in this context, emerges as a fundamental element in promoting innovation and adaptation in a world in constant transformation. Tipo: Dissertação Wed, 07 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT http://bdtd.uftm.edu.br/handle/123456789/2076 2024-08-07T00:00:00Z http://bdtd.uftm.edu.br/handle/123456789/2075 Título: O uso de inteligência artificial potencializando a resolução de problemas em uma estrutura de Design Thinking Abstract: Design Thinking (DT) stands out as an effective methodology for solving complex problems and generating innovative ideas. However, its application can present challenges related to the required time and resources. Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI), with its ability to process large volumes of data and generate relevant discoveries, emerges as a potential catalyst for optimizing DT sessions. Despite growing interest, the academic literature still lacks empirical studies investigating the practical application and actual user perception of this synergy, a gap this research aims to fill. This study is based on the hypothesis that generative AI can act as a catalyst in the DT process, optimizing its five stages—Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, and Test—by providing relevant information and expanding the possibilities for analysis. Specifically, this research sought to evaluate whether the integration of AI can: i) stimulate creativity and the diversity of ideas; ii) improve team efficiency and productivity; and iii) enhance the quality and degree of innovation of the final solutions. To test this hypothesis, a mixed-method research approach was conducted, involving practical DT sessions with 101 participants. The sample was divided into four distinct experimental conditions to allow for a comparative analysis: a control group without AI (CG), an experimental group with AI (EG), individuals without AI (IC), and individuals with AI (IE). At the end of each stage, quantitative and qualitative data were collected through evaluation forms on the perception of the activity. The data analysis reveals a fundamental duality, in which the efficiency hypothesis was largely corroborated, with AI being universally perceived as a potent process accelerator. However, the results for creativity and quality are more complex, with qualitative data showing that the tool's effectiveness is critically mediated by the user's interaction skills, highlighting tensions between the agility provided by AI and challenges such as the superficiality of responses, the occurrence of "hallucinations," and the risk of dependency that can inhibit critical thinking. The research validates the potential of AI as a "creative co-pilot," whose contribution is maximized by human curation. As a result, a new DT framework with AI is proposed, which serves as a practical guide to optimize Human-AI collaboration, ensuring that empathy and strategic discernment remain at the core of the innovation process. Tipo: Dissertação Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT http://bdtd.uftm.edu.br/handle/123456789/2075 2025-10-17T00:00:00Z http://bdtd.uftm.edu.br/handle/123456789/2074 Título: Desenvolvimento de um imunossensor eletroquímico pioneiro para detecção precisa da leishmaniose visceral humana com antigeno recombinante purificado de leishmania Abstract: Leishmaniasis is a disease that affects a large part of the population of Latin America, especially in Brazil. It has a high mortality rate if left untreated. The main diagnostic methods currently used are based on signs and symptoms suggestive associated with parasitological and/or immunological tests, however, such tests have disadvantages such as low sensitivity and specificity, high cost, need for equipped laboratories and qualified professionals. Thus, it is necessary to have a fast, accurate, low-cost, portable diagnosis that has good sensitivity and specificity. In this study, a recombinant antigen called DTL-4 was used because of its potential to improve the sensitivity and specificity of the tests because it only allows specific binding with the antibody in the serum of patients with the disease. The results of the proposed immunosensor showed an estimated detection limit of 0.0442 ng mL−1. The absence of modifications with gold nanoparticles is another interesting point when we compare the cost related to the biosensor in question with other diagnostic methods. Thus, the proposed immunosensor has low cost, high specificity and sensitivity. In this way, the biosensor in question shows promise for validating the diagnostic platform and its future portable use in public health. Tipo: Dissertação Tue, 29 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT http://bdtd.uftm.edu.br/handle/123456789/2074 2024-10-29T00:00:00Z http://bdtd.uftm.edu.br/handle/123456789/2073 Título: Índice de Mobilidade Urbana Sustentável (IMUS) aplicado em cidades de pequeno porte: o caso de Iturama – MG Abstract: Research objective: The general objective of this research is to analyze the urban mobility conditions of the city of Iturama - MG, using the Sustainable Urban Mobility Index (SUMI), adapted for application in small towns. Theoretical Framework: The study falls within the line of research aimed at analyzing public policies, with a focus on urban mobility, contributing to the planning and sustainable development of the city of Iturama. Methodology: In order to achieve the proposed objective, the SUMI tool adapted to the context of small cities was used, consisting of a hierarchical structure of 9 domains, 30 themes and 57 indicators. The domains represent the main axes of sustainable urban mobility, the themes are branches of each axis and, finally, the indicators are the evaluation tools used to measure the main aspects of each theme. Results: The application of the SUMI made it possible to measure 44 themes, 27 indicators and all 9 domains, resulting in a Global Index of Sustainable Urban Mobility (SUMIg) of 0.252 for Iturama. In addition to the SUMIg, the domains that had the greatest impact on the city's urban mobility were identified, both positively (Transport Infrastructure, Accessibility and Political Aspects) and negatively (Urban Transport System, Environmental Aspects and Social Aspects). The results indicate that, although the municipal administration has made major investments in the area, these efforts have mostly focused on improving travel by individual motorized transport, revealing that the city's scenario is still far from the ideal model of sustainable mobility. Originality/Relevance: Actions aimed at improving urban mobility in Iturama have been implemented without proper planning and are still based on an outdated model that prioritizes individual motorized transport. In this context, the research reinforces the importance of adopting more sustainable and integrated strategies for urban planning. Practical contributions: The study presents potential impacts in the societal area, by offering recommendations for directing public policies aimed at sustainable urban mobility, in order to contribute to improving the quality of life of the population of Iturama. Tipo: Dissertação Wed, 04 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT http://bdtd.uftm.edu.br/handle/123456789/2073 2025-06-04T00:00:00Z