A study conducted in the Piracicaba River in the state of São Paulo, Brazil, shows that the macrophyte Salvinia auriculata can act as a sink for these contaminants, reducing bioaccumulation and genotoxicity.
Mental health
2026-03-09
Study traces genetic links between 14 psychiatric conditions and may facilitate future treatments
After comparing data from over one million diagnosed individuals, an international consortium of researchers grouped the disorders into five major categories.
Ecology
2026-03-04
Diversification of termite diets was made possible by genome modifications
Study reveals that evolutionary divergence occurred before ecological divergence, enabling these insects to feed on both wood and soil. Future discoveries may be applied to the production of biofuels.
It is estimated that up to 400 million people worldwide and nearly 14 million in Brazil have the chronic condition. A review by an international panel of 14 experts, including Brazilians, highlights the need to standardize diagnosis and treatment.
Innovation
2026-03-18
Canadian agritech companies seek expansion opportunities in São Paulo
Business mission aims to deepen collaboration on agricultural innovation between Canada and São Paulo startups supported by FAPESP.
Pollution
2026-03-18
The risk of groundwater contamination is still poorly monitored
Two-thirds of the 14,000 private wells in the São Paulo Metropolitan Area in Brazil are not formally registered, and many of the compliant wells operate in areas contaminated by toxic industrial waste.
Ecology
2026-03-18
Diet determines the bacteria present in microbial gardens cultivated by ants
Scientists observed that bacterial communities in colonies change depending on the food leafcutter ants offer to their symbiotic fungus. This research may aid in the search for new molecules for biofuels and bioremediation.
Biomedicine
2026-03-18
Researchers make breakthrough in biomedical imaging and cancer treatment
A group from the University of São Paulo transformed hydroxyapatite, a bioceramic material, into a nanoparticle with enhanced intrinsic luminescence.
Health
2026-03-18
The Primeiros Laços (‘First Ties’) program improves the quality of the family environment and the maternal bond
The finding is from a study by the Center for Research and Innovation in Mental Health. The program is aimed at young pregnant women.
Nutrition
2026-03-16
Researchers combine flavor and nutritional value in Amazonian chocolate
Study shows that combining cocoa clones with different post-harvest processes can balance sensory quality and functional benefits, opening up new possibilities for chocolate production.
Health
2026-03-16
Research shows that changes in breathing may be linked to hypertension
Scientists at the University of São Paulo discovered that neurons in a region called the lateral parafacial area constrict blood vessels during exhalation, which contributes to spikes in blood pressure.
