Cancer
2025-07-15
AI-based tool can ‘measure’ cancer aggressiveness and paves the way for new therapies
Developed at the University of São Paulo, the model uses protein expression to create a stemness index that analyzes the similarity of tumors to pluripotent stem cells. The article was published in Cell Genomics.
Biomedicine
2025-07-08
Group is investigating biomarkers for the early detection of Alzheimer’s disease
Based on the analysis of the genotypes of 500 volunteers, the research project aims to develop a panel of prognostic biomarkers and differentiate Alzheimer’s disease from other types of dementia using blood tests.
Health
2025-07-02
Overtraining: the cause of symptoms caused by excessive physical exercise has been discovered
In tests with rodents, researchers from the State University of Campinas and their collaborators found that hyperactivation of the PARP1 protein after exhaustive training was associated with decreased performance, fatigue, and behavioral symptoms of overtraining. Animals treated with a drug that inhibits the molecule’s activity did not exhibit the condition.
Evolution
2025-07-15
Reduction in supply of prey was decisive factor in extinction of saber-toothed tigers, study finds
Cross-referencing climate data and fossils from around 15 million years ago shows that the decline in prey availability may have played a role in the extinction of these felines. Another study cites competition with elephants and an increase in predators as factors that reduced the once diverse antilocaprids to a single species today.
Biotechnology
2025-07-09
Brazilian researchers identify bacteria that can transform plastic waste into bioplastics
Called BR4, the microorganism breaks down PET and produces PHB, a high-quality biopolymer that can be used to manufacture sustainable packaging and for biomedical applications.
Natural products
2025-07-09
Substances isolated from marine sponges show potential for treating malaria
In pre-clinical tests conducted at the University of São Paulo, compounds called batzelladins were effective even against strains of Plasmodium that are resistant to conventional antimalarial drugs.
Atlantic Forest
2025-07-09
Forest cover and type of environment shape functional diversity of insectivorous birds in the Atlantic Forest
According to a study conducted by researchers in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, more deforested areas have fewer species that are more similar to each other and perform the same ecological functions. The authors say this phenomenon compromises the resilience of the ecosystem.
Physics
2025-07-09
Holographic correspondence confirms the properties of quark-gluon plasma
The study compared theoretical predictions with data from particle collisions carried out at the LHC and RHIC. Maldacena’s conjecture showed strong convergence with the experimental results.
Bioenergy
2025-07-09
Technology that enables ethanol-powered electric cars could accelerate the energy transition
In a review article, researchers highlight the challenges that must be overcome to increase the performance and lifetime of MS-SOFC fuel cells while reducing the cost and environmental impact.
Circular economy
2025-07-07
Reusing sunflower seed flour can make bread more protein-packed and rich in antioxidants
A study by Brazilian scientists shows that a by-product of industrial sunflower oil extraction can be used to produce functional breads with high nutritional value.
Genomics
2025-07-02
Study resolves genetic controversy over iconic campos rupestres plant
Researchers at a FAPESP-supported research center have combined innovative techniques to determine the chromosome number of species of the genus Vellozia, typical of this montane savannah ecoregion. The result provides support for conservation programs and biotechnological applications.
Physics
2025-07-09
Holographic correspondence confirms the properties of quark-gluon plasma
Biotechnology
2025-07-09
Brazilian researchers identify bacteria that can transform plastic waste into bioplastics
Natural products
2025-07-09
Substances isolated from marine sponges show potential for treating malaria
Biomedicine
2025-07-08
Group is investigating biomarkers for the early detection of Alzheimer’s disease
Circular economy
2025-07-07
Reusing sunflower seed flour can make bread more protein-packed and rich in antioxidants
Mycology
2025-07-02
