Discovery increased the number of known variations of the HER2 protein, the target of advanced drugs against the disease, from 13 to 90; diversity may explain resistance to therapies.
Immunology
2026-01-08
Research shows how immune system reacts to pig kidney transplants in living patients
Results indicate that the innate immune response remains activated even with immunosuppressant use, paving the way for new therapies to prevent organ rejection.
Oncology
2026-01-07
Advances in liquid biopsies as a tool for detecting lung cancer mutations
Test results in two days. A study supported by FAPESP contributes to improving disease monitoring, but the high cost remains a barrier.
Humanities
2026-01-21
São Paulo School of Advanced Science addresses immigration, environmental violence, and colonialism
The event supported by FAPESP is promoted by the Institute of Psychology at the University of São Paulo.
Neuroscience
2026-01-21
Study combines neuromodulation and physiotherapy to rehabilitate stroke patients
The multicenter Titan Trial project is investigating a method to treat unilateral spatial neglect, a sequela of stroke that affects perception of the side opposite to the affected cerebral hemisphere.
A study by the Federal University of São Carlos and University College London examined 2,815 older adults and identified an indicator of loss of mobility.
Innovation
2026-01-21
Platform helps children with neurodiversity and anxiety
Using biofeedback and gamification, the solution teaches emotional self-regulation strategies to child patients with disorders such as ADHD and ASD.
Paleontology
2026-01-21
Fossilized vomit reveals first filter-feeding pterosaur in the tropics
A flying relative of dinosaurs, Bakiribu waridza (“comb mouth” in the Kariri language) filtered crustaceans and other small organisms from rivers and lakes, where it was likely swallowed by a predator that regurgitated it in the Araripe Basin in northeastern Brazil.
Chemistry
2026-01-21
Three studies develop new sustainable methods for producing ammonia
The chemical compound is used in various industrial processes, but its synthesis is highly polluting. Research involving scientists from the Center for Development of Functional Materials and the Center for Innovation on New Energies, supported by FAPESP, indicates clean ways of obtaining the input.
Innovation
2026-01-14
Smart device reminds older adults to take their medication and monitors intake
Real-time monitoring reduces medication waste and increases treatment effectiveness.
Biodiversity
2026-01-14
Deadly to amphibians, a fungal strain emerged in Brazil and spread around the world
Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis is responsible for the decline of toad and frog populations across the globe. The origin of the fungal strain was the subject of a study led by researchers at the State University of Campinas.
Neuroscience
2026-01-21
Study combines neuromodulation and physiotherapy to rehabilitate stroke patients
Innovation
2026-01-21
Platform helps children with neurodiversity and anxiety
Paleontology
2026-01-21
Fossilized vomit reveals first filter-feeding pterosaur in the tropics
Chemistry
2026-01-21
Three studies develop new sustainable methods for producing ammonia
Biodiversity
2026-01-14
Deadly to amphibians, a fungal strain emerged in Brazil and spread around the world
Innovation
2026-01-14
Smart device reminds older adults to take their medication and monitors intake
Biomedicine
2026-01-14
Animal study indicates that laser helps combat hypertension triggered by menopause
Renewable energies
2026-01-14
